Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC), in partnership with United Development Company (UDC), will bring together leading Qatari designers and luxury fashion brands for the country’s first virtual fashion show, inspiring audiences with stunning original designs from Qatar-based creatives and leading retail stores while delivering an unforgettable experience to viewers from the comfort of their homes.
Staged at The Pearl-Qatar, one of the country’s most emblematic locations, the virtual fashion show will be"...

Qatar Museums (QM) yesterday launched major exhibitions at the Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art and the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA).

As part of Mathaf’s 10th anniversary programme, the museum unveiled three exhibitions including two major monograph exhibitions by leading women artists and an extensive survey of art and culture in Doha spanning more than half a century.

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Doha: The Ministry of Municipality and Environment represented by Environment Affaires Sector has announced the extension of closure of Fuwairit Beach for the implementation of turtle project and research purposes.

The sea turtle conservation project, under the supervision of the Ministry of Municipality and Environment and funded by Qatar Petroleum is being implemented"...

Doha: Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) has launched a vibrant programme of offers and activities for residents to enjoy during the summer holidays, as the country prepares to welcome back the world.

A host of exciting hospitality deals, outdoor experiences and activities centred around fashion, arts and culture are in store for people of all ages and interests.

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The Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME) has issued a fresh list of 15 attractive beaches including those dedicated only for women and families.

The MME also issued instructions for the safety of visitors at beaches which are attracting huge number of people due to Eid Al Adha vacations.

A part of Simaisma Beach has been dedicated only for women and similarly"...

The link to apply for an Exceptional Entry Permit to Qatar has gone live from today on the Qatar Portal Website.

It is a temporary service that is provided to residents of the State of Qatar who are unable to return to the country because of the restrictions imposed due to the Coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19).

This service allows employers, whether individuals or companies,"...

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker has said that Qatar is planning to expand the tourism sector and there will be many investment opportunities.
“We have massive tourism infrastructure investments that will be on offer. It will send invitation to any person that wants to come to Qatar and invest. We guarantee them tax exemptions and repatriation of profits. Qatar has a friendly business regime, with tourism infrastructure investments in place. We plan to expand the tourism sector and there will"...

The travel and tourism industry contributes 3 to 3.5% of the global GDP. If we also count related industries, the total contribution of tourism to the global GDP nears 10%. The entire part of the global economy was hit hard with the coronavirus pandemics. As the economies were locked down, the revenue declined by more than 90%. Now the economies reopen, it may be estimated the hospitality industry would recover. According to Alpho analysts it will very likely take a long time.

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Qatar, the host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, announced on Monday it would also like to stage the Olympics, possibly in 2032.

The Gulf Arab state’s Olympic committee said it submitted a request to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to join the phase of “continuous dialogue” about hosting a future Games.

Oil-rich Qatar is increasingly keen to host"...

DusitD2 Salwa Doha, the newest property of Dusit International in Qatar, has unveiled its offers for Eid Al Adha which includes a staycation offer inclusive of sumptuous breakfast for two and indulging in rejuvenating activities such as swimming pool and gym.

Guests can enjoy an Eid Brunch during the second and third days of Eid at “Flame”, dusitD2 Salwa"...