Doha Travel Forum

Hi,

I would be very thankful if someone gives me an idea about the computer hardware prices of Webcam, 512 MB pen drive, bluetooth dongle.. I would be leaving for doha in 2-3 weeks time.. Pls. reply..

Thanking you

Sanjeev

i'm an iranian . while my mother was going to U.S through Duha - London she lost all her documents including her green card ,passport , ticket .. and by a letter from iranian embassy in Doha she returned to Iran but she didn't get a police report for her green card loss . now what should she do to get it ? it's neccesarry for getting a visa to u.s .she can not come back to Doha ..any idea?SOS PLS

my husband and I are going from Australia to Cairo via Doha and would like to know if we need a transit visa as we will be there for about 3 -4 hours on both ways of our journey. What happens if our plane is delayed over night, would we need a visa then. I just want to be certain before we arrive to save any problems.
Thanks

Are there any mt. bikers here? i hope i can find u peps. i really missed riding. i am also luking for bike shops around. email me skiptale_8@yahoo.com c yeah!

What's the best way to spend time if you are to transit for 12 hrs in Doha (with a 9 year old child as well). How expensive and value for money are transit hotels?

Thanks in advance for any responses.

What's the best way to spend time if you are to transit for 12 hrs in Doha (with a 9 year old child as well). How expensive and value for money are transit hotels?

Thanks in advance for any responses.

I will arrive Doha on Saturday morning 5:20AM and my next flight is 9:25AM. do i have enough time to go around the city?

i am holding a Canadian visa, how long it will take for getting an arrival visa? how long it will take from the airport to city center & other major attractions? what can i see? how about the traffic condition on Sat morning in Doha? i am planning to hire a taxi outside of airport, how much it cost for a short tour (probably within 2 hours?), Thanks very much!

We will be arriving in Doha at 12.50pm(Tuesday)tomorrow from Kuala Lumpur and departs for Munich on Wednesday at 1.25am
What is the best way to see Doha? Is there any tour desk at the airport? Besides seeing the city we also would like to try the local food and buy some t/shirts.Do we require a visa even on transit? I am a Malaysian and my hubby is German.Is Doha an expensive city? I hope someone can reply ASAP as we are actually running out of time.We are really looking forward to see Doha as much as we can.Thanks.

I am a US permanent Resident (Indian National)and I will be traveling to India in December. On my way back, I would like to spend 1-2 days at Doha. Do I need to get a Visa for the break of journey in Doha. For example, my ticket will be India-Doha (a separate ticket) arriving Doha on Dec. 12 at 2AM and then another ticket Doha-New York departing Doha on Dec. 12 at 11PM oe Dec. 13 at 11pm.

Thanks

Hi,
I have been offered a position in the Mesaieed Medical Clinica with QP. Was wondering if anyone out there knew anything about them and mostly the living accommodations. The offer appears good and I've worked in the Middle East for many years so have much experience (some good, some bad) with crappy living digs and offers that go bump in the night. I know Mesaieed is about 40 km South of Doha and it's primarily an industrial city but apart from that, I haven't found much on the Internet about it. I did hear in my interview that I would have unshared "bachelor" accommodations in a newly constructed building, paid for, all inclusive (whatever that means), etc. etc.
Anyone out there with first hand experience, I would be most grateful.
Cheers from Molly

I am taking a flight from Paris to Doha at the end of this month, i am staying 8 HOURS at the airport before leaving to nepal. I have lebanese passeport and visa for nepal. Do i need a transit visa for doha, knowing that i am travelling with a free ticket, so i have to get my luggage and go to check it inn again in the check inn area usually out of the international area.
Please if you know something about that let me know!

I've heard of a place in Doha called Habeeb's that apparently has very good middle-eastern (or maybe Turkish) food. I believe it might be on Old Airport Road. Has anyone been there? Can you give me an address or directions so I can get there from the airport? Thank you.

hi,
i will be in Dubai next week for 1 month. will be glad to visit Doha too.

is it a regular bus compagnie from Emirats (Dubai or Abu Dhabi) to Doha ?
thanks

I have a 5 1/2 hour layover in Doha next week and I would like to take a taxi to Souq Waqif and maybe the corniche to see what the city is like. Am I correct that I can just purchase a visa at the airport in Doha when I arrive? If so, how much does it cost?

I'm flying from Paris to Kuala Lumpur and i will be having a 8 hrs transit in Doha.
May I know if they have a tourism information centre in the airport?
How long does it take to go on taxi to the Central post office from the airport?
Is the national museum within walking distance from the airport?
How long do i need to wait to get a visa at the airport?
Is it convenient and safe to wander around alone without speaking any arabic?
Thank you very much in advance.

We will be in Doha for 5 days. We are thinking of doing a day trip to Bahrain, but do not really want to go by plane. Is there a boat or ferry that goes? Ideally, we would do the trip in one day?

Also, if this possible, what are the times/costs for 2 adults?

Regards

Jason

I arrive in Doha at 7 pm on a Sunday and my next flight does not leave until 12:30 am. I want to go into the city for a good (but inexpensive) middle eastern meal, and someone recommended Souq Waqif. I'm worried it won't be open that late though. We probably won't get there until 8:00 or 8:30. Will it still be open? If not, where else can I go to eat? I don't want to stay in the airport the whole time. Thanks.

how easy (or difficult)is it to have a relaxing beer in Doha.do the indian restaurants sell beer as they do in bahrain and some places in oman ?are the hotel /pub happy hour deals reasonable ? just how much should we expect to pay for a simple ale in a central location ? good health, igorv

I will be arriving in Doha in Aug 07.

How is the life for singles in Doha?

How can I travel to Abu Dhabi by road? Any bus service etc, duration!

I will appreciate any response.

I have a layover from 5am to 1pm. Does the city (souks, corniche) open fairly early in the morning? I was hoping to get out of the airport for a few hours, but if it's anything like Korea, most places don't open that early. If the city doesn't really come to life until 10am then maybe I am better off staying at the airport. Thanks for the advice.

Hi all

Just moved out to Doha and am still trying to get my bearings - and am finding it a tad difficult to get info on the following

1. where can i get a list of all the bus routes in the city and bus timetables?

2. I'm looking for the cheapest way to call London and other European cities - are there any pre-paid calling cards I can purchase, or are there phone shops I can go to??

3. being new to the city I'm looking to make new friends - any ex-pat watering holes that are worth a visit? clubs that are worth joining?

4. I need to find a gym (road running in this heat is a definate no-no) - reasonably priced - any recommendations?

5. Are there any regular VT'ers based in Doha that would be up for organising a VT meeting in town - have noticed this is done frequently in Dubai and other locations?

6. Evenings and weekends - ex-pat listings guide anywhere or recommendations regarding where to go and when?


Thanks loads
ELG

Hiya we are flying out this sunday from manchester to doha then from doha to bangkok. Could anyone please put us out of our misery!!! on the flight schedule it says that it is a 7hr flight to doha and then 11 hours to bangkok!!!
is this because of the time difference? does anyone know how long each flight is please
Thanks a million
Tracey

Hello

I'm planning to visit Doha in May for about three days for business. I've some questions:

1. Is there any 5 stars hotel near Doha City Center Mall? If not how far 5 stars hotels from the mall by Taxi?
2. What is the best hotels in Doha?
3. What is MUST SEE & DO in Doha?
4. Any suggestion for restaurants?
5. Any Internet Cafe with private booths?
6. What time shopping centers open and close?

Thanks,

i am thinking of booking a flight with qatar airlines from london to bangkok with a stop-over at doha airport.has anyone used qatar recently for this route, and if so,what did you think of flight. ive read that the customs etc can be chaotic at times.also is there a bar at the airport? cheers.

I have a 5 1/2 hour layover in Doha on my way to India in late July because my flight arrives at 7:00 pm and my next flight does not leave until 12:30 am. Is that enough time for me to get a quick tour of the city in a taxi or something like that? Even just going somewhere for a good authentic Qatari meal before I continue my journey would be great. Do I need a visa if I leave the airport like that? If this is all possible, can someone recommend something for me to do or see or someplace for me to eat? Thanks.

what are the timing of the band and are they playing every day
do they have also the disco jokey what are the timing of the joky
do they have special daily permotions any ?????????????

Hello,

In July we will travel with Qatar Airlines from Istanbul to Bangkok and back. In both directions we will spend a night in Doha. What can be seen for such a short time to feel the country? And can anyone recommend an unexpensive hotel in Doha?

Thanks,

Katya

I am going to be travelling alone in 2 weeks to the Middle East. is it safe for an American to visit/stay in Doha/Qatar? any advice would be appreciated. (dress, etc.) Thank you.

Hi Everyone..... anybody there who can help me for accomodation sharing in Al sadd area 1 small room rent 1,000 to 1,200 QR sharing kitcen and bathroom if yes... then call me then leave me a msgs here and your contact number. thanks

I am a muslim brother from Nigeria,hoping to come and spend my one month holiday in doha the vacation is to start by 19th of march, I intend to spend every bit of it in doha,pls I need a muslim friend from doha who could assist me secure a visa before the 19th of march and how to go about paying online.Pls you contact me through osoye@yahoo.com or this page.thanks