Catharsis from QATAR: Brievly about everything
Qatar surprises even the most experienced travelers. During the press tour, we made a number of discoveries, got rid of many stereotypes, plunged headlong into a new world of tastes, aromas, impressions and moods, enriched ourselves with new knowledge, found wonderful friends and lived truly unforgettable moments.
On a separate note, we would like to express our deep gratitude to the Qatar Tourism staff both in Russia and within the country for organizing the press tour. The trip was held at the highest level.
HOTELS
THE RITZ-CARLTON DOHA: R – RESPECTABILITY
The hotel's design exudes high artistic taste. Sometimes it seems that you are in the space of a modern gallery. The elegant rooms offer scenic views of the Arabian Gulf and city skyline. For business events, the hotel offers a complex of conference rooms and meeting rooms, which occupy an entire floor and have different entrances to the pre-function area. Sports are highly valued at the hotel. It offers a swimming pool and SPA, squash and the largest indoor tennis court, which is why tennis stars like to stay here. There is also a comfortable beach and an outdoor pool in a small landscaped garden, which is why The Ritz-Carlton Doha is often called a resort in brochures.
THE WHIMSICAL WORLD OF MONDRIAN
The Mondrian Hotel in Doha is included in our TOP of the most amazing hotels in the world. We felt like Alice through the looking glass. A snow-white hall with huge lamps resembling mushrooms, a twisted black staircase leading to nowhere, a ceiling painted with bright colors... The hotel is impressive not only from the inside, but even from afar, because the facade of the building resembles the
head of a falcon. Mondrian Doha features 211 rooms and 59 suites spread over 24 floors, each individually designed and furnished by designer Marcel Wanders.
The indoor pool overlooking Doha, resembles sunglasses and looks like it came straight out of a Lewis Carroll book, is absolutely stunning.
HOTEL WITH AN ARISTOCRATIC NAME
Imagine the most romantic setting. You climb to the top of a high-rise building, take a step towards the sky and enjoy a light aperitif, as if floating above the city. However, you can fly here by helicopter, because this is exactly what this site is intended for. Both during the day and at night, and especially at sunset, the photo session here will be magnificent. The 50-storey JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha, connected to the Doha City Center shopping complex, towers over the fashionable West Bay area but has the feel of a resort. There is a large pool in the shape of an emerald lagoon with green lawns, elegant sun loungers, and a bar.
A JEWEL IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
Marsa Malaz Kempinski — Doha is located on the artificial island of The Pearl. The family that owns it was once famous for its pearl divers. Everything about the hotel is imbued with a sincere love for the culture and art of the Middle East. The hotel gives you the opportunity to fully relax by the water. There is a private beach, outdoor pools and Spa by Clarins. All 280 rooms are decorated in a refined European style with traditional Arabic decor. Guests have at their disposal a complex of conference rooms and meeting rooms, including 6 halls with a separate entrance and two Ballrooms — Palazzo and Venezia. The Venetian theme is very popular on Pearl Island. For non-standard activities, we recommend an evening or even a night trip around Pearl Island on inflatable boats.
DOHA'S ICONIC HOTEL
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel: the history of coastal development in tourist Qatar began with this hotel back in 1982. The hotel has been completely renovated, however, we can note that the style of its rooms has retained the atmosphere of the resorts of the end of the last century, and this has its own charm. The central hall of the hotel amazes with its size and splendor. Suffice it to say that the giant crystal candelabra was even included in the Guinness Book. For events of all formats, Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel offers 25 impeccably equipped conference rooms. The largest of these, Al Dafna, easily accommodates up to 3,000 guests in theater style seating.
VENUES
A MUSEUM WHERE YOU WILL FEEL THE LIVING SOUL OF QATAR
Have you ever seen the Desert Rose? This is a beautiful crystal that grows from sand, water and wind. It was in the form of such a “sand flower” that the legendary French architect Jean Nouvel designed the building of the National Museum of Qatar. It’s not just the appearance of the museum complex, assembled from huge disks, that is fascinating. When you find yourself in its halls, you will have the thought that you have never been to such museums in your life. Time magazine named it one of the world's greatest places to integrate "immersive video screens and dioramas."
THE WIDEST SELECTION OF HALLS UNDER ONE CROWN
The Qatari Sidra tree is a symbol of a comfortable and safe place in the desert, a paradise for poets and scientists who gathered under its crown to exchange knowledge. It was this image that the famous Japanese architect Arata Isozaki chose for the overall design of the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC) building. At your service is a large Conference Hall for 3800 guests, decorated with unique chandeliers made of Swarovski crystals, an elegant theater hall with 2300 seats, auditoriums for 295/407 and 474 participants, 52 (!) meeting rooms for groups from 20 to 260 participants, 6 VIP lounges, 7 lounges and 2 spacious lounges that can be used for different purposes.
A CENTER WHERE NEW OPPORTUNITIES ARE BORN
The Doha Exhibition & Convention Center DECC is impressive in size. Its interior space is considered the highest and widest among all exhibition spaces in the Arab Gulf countries. This is 50,000 sq. meters of total area, 18 meeting rooms, 4 conference rooms that overlook the internal exhibition space, and 2 VIP lounges for comfortable relaxation. The center is located in the heart of the business district, near a metro
ACTIVITIES
AN ARABIAN HORSE THAT CAN FLY WITHOUT WINGS...
If you're doing an event in Doha, be sure to include a visit to Al Shaqab. Here you will immerse yourself in the fascinating world of horses. Al Shaqab is a modern equestrian center that occupies an entire city area. A guide in an electric car will invite you to drive around the territory and see how beautiful horses live in Qatar. You can also book riding lessons, watch training sessions and competitions. The business part can also be organized in conference rooms with panoramic windows onto the stands of the world's largest indoor arena.
AN UNFORGETTABLE DHOW BOAT CRUISE
Many people associate Qatar with a desert, but it is a peninsula. The territory of the state is small, so wherever you go, you will come to water. And the capital Doha is also located on the coast of the Arabian Gulf. These places have long been famous for pearl divers. If you want to experience the romance of this place, be sure to book a dhow boat cruise.
DESERT SAFARI AND LUXURY CAMPING
Surely, many readers have taken part in a desert safari, but... you didn’t do it in Qatar! Believe me, there is a difference. And the main difference is that after riding along the rolling dunes, you suddenly come out to the blue surface of the “inland sea”, and this view, this stunning combination of sand and water, will take your breath away. Khor Al Adaid is a nature reserve that is protected by UNESCO. It is a rare example of how the sea penetrates deep into the heart of the desert. Your guests can spend the night in luxurious, spacious tents right in the desert, gazing at the stars for a long time.
MARKET AS THE QUINTESSENCE OF THE EAST
Everyone who comes to Doha asks about Souq Waqif, which is located in the center of Doha. This is an incredibly colorful oriental bazaar. Experienced organizers will offer you a variety of activities to immerse yourself in the local culture. There are many cafes and restaurants in the market. Book dinner for your group in the Golden Room of the legendary Parisa restaurant. The splendor of the interior will take your guests into the world of Scheherazade's fairy tales.
GREEN GOLF COURSES ON WHITE STONES
Education City Golf Club. These green golf courses, which have grown on white rocks in record time, are a landmark project for
Qatar. If you bring a group here, then after the excursion you can practice basic positions and strikes on the most modern simulators, and then go to the training fields and play a minitournament. Experienced trainers from around the world will help you with this.
Truly, it is better to see once than to read a hundred times. We assure you that there are still many details not covered that we are happy to share. Especially after the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
