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Sandskating and sand dune racing in Khor Al Udeid (Itineraries)
Khor Al Udeid (Inland Sea) is the place to be for adrenaline junkies as this region of rolling sand dunes engages tourists on an afternoon 4WD sand safari or sand dune race. The sands soar up to 100 feet...Read full tip...
Kite-surfing, kite-boarding and jet-skiing (Itineraries)
Since Qatar is surrounded by sea, the country has plenty of beaches for watersports. Kite-surfing, kite-boarding, and jet-skiing, in particular, are popular among tourists and locals alike. To join...Read full tip...
Smoke Shisha (Activities)
A favorite local pastime is smoking shisha or a water-pipe with flavored tobacco. You can try one yourself at the many cafes spread throughout the country. Such cafes offer many flavors that you can try...Read full tip...
Shopping and art gallery hopping at Souq Waqif (Shopping)
Doha’s Souq Waqif or The Standing Souk is Qatar’s most popular souq (market) for its vintage look and odds and ends. The market has been renovated to regain its look from 50 to 60 years ago...Read full tip...
Dinner on a dhow (Itineraries)
A beautiful way to see Doha is by having an hour or two of cruise dinner and dancing on a dhow (traditional wooden boat with sail). You can just ride the 20-passenger dhow for free without having dinner...Read full tip...
Museum of Islamic Art (Itineraries)
To see the full scale of Islamic art from 7th to 19th century, visit the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha, Qatar. The museum is an impressive structure in itself designed by Pritzker Prize winner I. M. Pei...Read full tip...