Qatar Travel Stories

Aug 13, 2022 • 3 min read

Do you need a tourist visa to visit Qatar? Check this guide to find out everything you need to know about visas for visiting this Gulf state.

Aug 5, 2022 • 6 min read

Before you visit Qatar, here are some must-read tips from an expat on the country’s culture, transportation, can’t-miss sites and experiences and more.

Jul 24, 2022 • 5 min read

Stick to the Doha metro to get around the capital city and then go farther afield via taxi, bicycle and car. Here’s how to get around Qatar.

Jul 18, 2022 • 4 min read

Whether you want to be educated, entertained, or fed, festivals highlight local talent and offer something for everyone

Jul 18, 2022 • 6 min read

Discover the best places to hit the beach in Qatar, from family-friendly beaches to a little-known kitesurfing haven.

Jul 14, 2022 • 6 min read

Here’s our month-by-month guide to planning outdoor excursions, indoor feasts and much more in Qatar. One thing you don’t have to worry about? Rain.

Jul 5, 2022 • 5 min read

Fun options in Doha, and exciting adventures in the surrounding landscapes, will keep all family members happy

Jun 27, 2022 • 5 min read

The Qatari desert offers splendid scenery, history to be found, fun to be had, sights to be explored and memories to be made

Jun 20, 2022 • 7 min read

Exploring Qatar’s history gives a glimpse of rich traditions and cultural heritage passed down through generations

Jun 14, 2022 • 7 min read

Qatar blends traditional culture with modern opulence and is perfectly placed to be enjoyed in utter comfort and luxury

Jun 8, 2022 • 4 min read

Qatar is a land of hidden gems and unspoiled beauty, and excitement can be found all over this understated country

May 31, 2022 • 5 min read

Whatever the occasion, Qatar offers a perfect backdrop for a romantic getaway – be it in a city or desert setting

Dec 15, 2021 • 6 min read

The Al Jassasiya rock carvings, some 900 images spanning an area 2300 feet (700m) wide, is the most extensive collection of petroglyphs in Qatar

Dec 15, 2021 • 10 min read

Everywhere you turn in Qatar a blend of Bedouin traditions, modern art, striking architecture and sustainable ingenuity provides a rich cultural experience

Nov 16, 2021 • 7 min read

Find world-class restaurants, fusion cuisine and unique concepts that will blow your mind in Doha – a city that prides itself on its food and hospitality

Dec 9, 2019 • 4 min read

Qatar has earned its place on the tourist map, positioning itself as a vibrant and welcoming destination. Here's why you should make a short stopover.

Jun 11, 2018 • 4 min read

Five years ago, Lonely Planet Local Polly Byles followed her heart to join the man she loves in the Middle East. She didn’t know a great deal about the…

May 8, 2018 • 6 min read

Qatar is well known for its towering skyscrapers, luxury hotels and impressive feats of engineering that have enabled the cosmopolitan city of Doha to…

Apr 27, 2018 • 5 min read

There can be few places on earth changing faster than Doha right now – in true Gulf style, the cityscape of Qatar’s capital is rising as steadily as a…

Dec 1, 2017 • 5 min read

Brunch has taken on new meaning in the Middle East, evolving from a light late-morning meal into a veritable feast that spans long into the afternoon. You…