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New spas, nature reserves and desert adventures to woo Qatar tourists

By Doha News Team For illustrative purposes only. Credit: QTA/Twitter Qatar will build new eco lodges, desert adventure resorts, nature reserves and heritage boutique hotels to attract millions of visitors…

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New water park and resort hotel planned for Lusail island

By Doha News Team Rendering of new aqua park for Qetaifan Island North. Credit: Katara Hospitality A new luxury resort with a water park and four-star hotel will be built…

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German art to be highlighted during upcoming exhibitions in Qatar

Driven by Germany exhibition. Credit: Qatar Museums Two major art exhibitions will open to the public next month to mark the Qatar Germany 2017 Year of Culture, Qatar Museums (QM) has…

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Qatar’s first Five Guys is now open for business

Five Guys at Doha Festival City. Credit: DFC Popular American burger chain Five Guys has opened at Doha Festival City. This is Qatar’s first Five Guys outpost, though there are already…

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Five things to do in Qatar this weekend (Aug. 23-26)

From fashion to food to dance to arts and crafts, there's lots to do around Qatar this weekend. Here are the highlights.

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Outpouring of support for Sheikh Tamim now on display at MIA Park

Sheikh Tamim murals at MIA Park. Credit: Sheikha Al Mayassa/Twitter The dozens of Emir murals that have been posted and signed around Qatar now have a new home: the MIA…

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Here’s a look at Qatar’s upcoming National Museum

All photos by Ray Toh Its doors temporarily open to visitors, Qatar’s upcoming National Museum has welcomed hundreds of curious guests in the past few weeks. The museum is offering tours…

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Pearl-Qatar to open new mall near the beach next year

All photos courtesy of UDC A new three-story mall at the very southern tip of the Pearl-Qatar will open near the end of next year, the island’s developer has announced. United…

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Mondrian Doha sets Oct. 1 opening date

An artist’s impression of the Mondrian Doha building. Credit: Mondrian A new luxury hotel in West Bay Lagoon will open its doors to visitors on Oct. 1, officials have announced. The…

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