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It’s rare to see a great city in the making these days, but here's your chance. Whether it's the stunning and constantly changing skyline or the massive investments Qatari authorities are making in landmark cultural icons, Doha is a city oozing confidence and style, and it's as much ease with its modern shopping malls as it is with its heritage and traditional souqs.
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Luxury
8 of the finest dining experiences in Qatar
Nov 16, 2021 • 7 Min read
Find world-class restaurants, fusion cuisine and unique concepts that will blow your mind in Doha – a city that prides itself on its food and hospitality
History
Why you should make a stopover in Qatar
Dec 9, 2019 • 4 Min read
Qatar has earned its place on the tourist map, positioning itself as a vibrant and welcoming destination. Here's why you should make a short stopover.
Art
Where to see I.M. Pei architecture
May 17, 2019 • 4 Min read
Internationally-renown modernist architect, I.M. Pei, designed some of the world’s most recognizable buildings. From his iconic addition to the Louvre in…
Food
How to live like a Local in Doha
Jun 11, 2018 • 4 Min read
Five years ago, Lonely Planet Local Polly Byles followed her heart to join the man she loves in the Middle East. She didn’t know a great deal about the…
Wildlife & Nature
An adventurer’s guide to unforgettable outdoor experiences in Qatar
May 8, 2018 • 6 Min read
Qatar is well known for its towering skyscrapers, luxury hotels and impressive feats of engineering that have enabled the cosmopolitan city of Doha to…
Art
First time Doha: a stopover for souqs, skyscrapers and Islamic art
Apr 27, 2018 • 6 Min read
There can be few places on earth changing faster than Doha right now – in true Gulf style, the cityscape of Qatar’s capital is rising as steadily as a…
Food
Pick of the brunch: best weekend brunch spots in Doha
Dec 1, 2017 • 5 Min read
Brunch has taken on new meaning in the Middle East, evolving from a light late-morning meal into a veritable feast that spans long into the afternoon. You…
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