The Whale Sharks of Qatar
Qatar has the biggest whale shark concentration in the world. According to the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC), Qatar’s concentration of whale sharks reached 600 sharks in 2020…
The Power of Dates
For centuries, dates have been prized for their health-enhancing benefits. Greek physicians, ancient Egyptians and Islamic scholars used dates in folk medicine to cure a plethora of ailments – from…
Beat the Heat (and Have Fun) at these Theme Parks
During summer in Qatar, soaring temperatures and humidity can be overwhelming. Thankfully, you can beat the heat by seeking refuge at fantastic water parks, thrilling indoor theme parks, and even…
Meet the GM: Salah Bsisso of Maysan Doha, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Salah Bsisso is the hotel manager of the new Maysan Doha, LXR Hotels & Resorts. Salah began his luxury career in Jordan as a busboy at The Four Seasons Amman. He…
Enjoy this Summer with these ‘Cool’ Destinations
It’s summer in Qatar, and with summer comes high temperatures and humidity. People avoid the outdoors to escape the heat. Malls are a popular choice during the summer, whether to…
Stay Active this Summer at these ‘Cool’ Parks
It’s summer in Qatar, and with summer comes high temperatures and humidity. People want to stay active but avoid the outdoors. There is a way! Enjoy being active at the…
Meet the GM: Ammar Samad of Marriott Group
Ammar Samad is the multi-property General Manager of Delta Hotels By Marriott City Center, Element By Westin City Center, Element By Westin West Bay, and Al Samriya Hotel, Doha, Autograph…
The Significance of Muharram and Ashura
Muharram marks the beginning of the Islamic or Hijri New Year, and one is of the ‘Asyhurul Hurum’, the four sacred or holy Islamic months. In Muharram, Muslims are encouraged to increase…
Celebrating World Chocolate Day
What’s dark, brown and sometimes melts in your hands, sweet and not always good for your body, but is, most times, good for the soul? If you guess chocolate, you…
Meet the Chef: Kotaro Hayashi of Morimoto Doha
The first restaurant by Chef Morimoto to open in the Middle East, Morimoto Doha makes a significant appearance in Mondrian Doha. Inspired by ancient Japan and a key landmark in…