Middle East

Sunset in the desert; an intimate meal with the waves of the Gulf lapping at your feet; enjoying a rooftop beverage with Doha’s skyline filling the horizon. Qatar offers a perfect backdrop for a romantic getaway, from the city to the desert. Whether you are visiting Qatar for a special moment over Valentine’s Day, for […]

From near-endless golden-hued sand dunes to the azure waters of the Gulf, Qatar offers plenty of opportunities for adventure – a land of hidden gems and unspoiled beauty. Feel the spray of the warm Gulf waters on a jet ski or scale a soft sand dune to gaze down to where sea meets desert. Excitement

For a destination that adds glitz and luxury to your city break, the small Gulf state of Qatar and its capital Doha have it all. It takes the best aspects of middle eastern travel and packages them together with no expenses spared, for a sumptuous experience around every corner. Qatar effortlessly blends traditional culture with

Exploring Qatar’s fascinating history rewards travelers with a glimpse of rich traditions and cultural heritage passed down through generations. The sense of individuality has become embedded in Qatar’s progression, development, and contemporary vision, leading to places where the past and future collide in incredible ways. Since the 1970s, developments in art, architecture and cultural projects

The Qatari desert offers some of the planet’s most surreal and splendid scenery – a land of wide-open beauty, shaped by the steady forces of wind and sun. It’s also a place of solitude, where a slow camel ride across time-worn tracks connects remote campsites to settlements that seem to blend into their surroundings. Look

Family is one of the cornerstones of Qatari society and culture, and adventures for all ages are abundant in Qatar. You don’t have to search too far to find activities everyone can appreciate – there are fun options in the main city of Doha, and exciting adventures in the unique surrounding landscapes sure to keep

It’s easy to think the Gulf nations are always hot. But Qatar’s scorching summers are bookended by surprisingly pleasant weather for exploring this corner of the Arabian Peninsula, with rainy days a rare event at any time of the year. Still something of an emerging travel destination, Qatar rarely feels crowded, allowing for a refreshing

Qatar might be better known for its futuristic skyscrapers, natural-gas riches and 2022 World Cup hosting duties, but this tiny Arabian Peninsula nation, almost entirely surrounded by the warm turquoise waters of the Gulf, also offers plenty of beaches to enjoy a refreshing dip. From family-friendly sands to an emerging kitesurfing destination, get ready to

There is no better way to experience Qatar than through its festivals. During the winter, Qatar’s festivities explode onto the scene, thriving on a sense of community and offering a variety of unique experiences. Whether you want to be educated, entertained, or fed, Qatar’s festivals highlight local talent and offer a little bit of something

It’s not hard to explore far and wide in diminutive but exciting Qatar. It should come as no surprise that this an oil-rich country, many locals prefer to drive, often behind the wheel of eye-wateringly expensive sports cars. Yet the cheap and efficient Doha Metro makes getting around this Gulf nation’s relatively small capital and