Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
For Expats
Camp out under the escarpment at
Bir Zekreet
and search for a pearl on a shore full of washed-up oysters. Cast
an eye over the historic interior at
Umm Salal Mohammed
, or enjoy some R & R at
Sealine Beach Resort
.
Stay overnight at the enchanting inland sea of
Khor al-Adaid
and sleep on a magic carpet of sand.
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Essential Food & Drink
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Makbus
Rice and spices with chicken, lamb or fish in a rich sauce.
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Grilled Lobster
Local crayfish are a popular favourite.
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Khabees
Dates in a variety of sizes, colours and states of ripeness.
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Tap water
Safe to drink although most people stick to bottled water.
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Alcohol
Available only in top-end hotel restaurants and bars.
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Coffee
Traditionally served pale and spiked with cardamon or dark, strong and with
plenty of sugar.
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Currency
Qatari riyal (QR)
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Mobile Phones
SIM cards widely available
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Money
ATMs widespread; credit cards widely accepted
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Visas
Available on arrival for many nationalities
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Fast Facts
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Capital
Doha
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Country code
974
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Language
Arabic (English widely spoken)
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Official name
Qatar
