Doha, the Qatari capital is a sizzling oasis in the middle of the Arabian Desert that provides ample opportunities to cool down and have some fun in the sun at the same time. Visitors to this intriguing city would do well to invest in one of excellent serviced apartments near city centre Doha Mall as this would situate guests close to fine dining and entertainment in the heart of the city. The Ascott Doha is one such example of fine Doha serviced apartments that provide luxury service in the midst of stylish interiors for a one-of-a-kind hospitality experience in the desert. To cool down in the arid desert heat, there are several fun options for the whole family. The Diplomatic club offers visitors the change to try out water skiing, wake boarding and banana boat rides for the kids, who love the latter especially. The Diplomatic Club also offers visitors the opportunity to try their hand at fishing, as well as offering leisure boat rides with a variety of distance options and times. Ro nautical Middle East will treat anglers to upscale fishing, as their boats are outfitted with rods, GPS and an onboard refrigerator in case you get a little nippy out at sea. Or, venture out to the high seas for a spot of sailing with the Doha Sailing Club, which will provide lessons, training and races, for the folks who prefer to look but not leap into the waters themselves. Adrenaline seekers should check out Ronautica Middle East’s options for kiteboarding for some extra spillage and thrillage on the Arabian seas! Or, just take a dip in the pool, but if you don’t quite know how to negotiate the waters, the Cabana Club offers swim lessons for both groups and one-on-one settings. So no matter what your water flavour, Doha dishes out an exciting array of experiences for you to get down and wet in the desert!
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Fascinating Camel Racing at Al Shahaniya Racetrack
While horse races offer plenty of thrills, those looking for some truly unique racing fun should definitely look to take in a camel race at the Al Shahaniya Racetrack when in Doha. The racetrack can be found about a 30 minute drive outside of the city and visitors in search of a Doha hotel from which to begin their travels can stay at Millennium Hotel Doha. This hotel in Doha is also a great base from which to explore the city.
Blending the traditional excitement of camel racing with more modern advancements, the Al Shahaniya racetrack is a great place to witness the speed and agility of these normally sedate desert animals. One of the unique features here is the fact that human riders have been replaced by small robotic jockeys who are “dressed” in colourful clothing too! The Al Shahaniya racetrack has also been used to host the Camel Racing Festival. The final event of this famous festival is the “HH The Emir’s Main Race” where the winner will receive the coveted sword of HH the Emir.
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Explore the Wonders of the Desert
Doha is the capital city of Qatar, and is also Qatar’s largest and most urban city. Serving as the seat of the government and an important financial trading centre of the region, Doha’s economy depends solely on petroleum and its rapidly growing tourism industry. Doha’s distinct Middle Eastern culture and wide range of cultural, historical and recreational attractions have further established it as a popular tourist destination.
Vast areas of Doha are deserts or arid lands, yet these deserts have been put to good use with Doha offering its visitors a chance to go on desert safaris. The deserts of Doha have many fascinating and magical features which make them ideal places to embark on an exciting safari in the sands. This completely unique experience in the deserts promises to be a truly memorable experience!
Desert safaris are either full day or half day excursions, both of which are loads of fun. A typical safari to the deserts of Doha start with a 4×4 ride into the desert which usually involves racing through the sands and bashing through sand dunes! The vehicle then stops at the magnificent desert beach which faces the Inland Sea, one of the only two places in the world where the ocean meets the desert. This beach offers visitors a chance to have some fun on the beach or just unwind in the Arabian waters. Half day desert safari’s end somewhere towards the evening, however full day safari’s then continue with the lighting of a bonfire and setting camp under the beautiful cloudless skies of the desert. The magical scenery, the blissful silence of the desert, and the exotic Arabian charm of the desert all combine to make the night a truly unforgettable experience. Many hotels offer safari’s to the desert, so go ahead and explore the wonders of the desert through a desert safari.
Set in close proximity to several key business and leisure districts of the city is the Kingsgate Hotel Doha, a luxury Doha Qatar hotel. Belonging to the prestigious Millennium Group of Hotels and Resorts, this 5 star hotel Doha offers accommodation in a range of tranquil and plush rooms and suites. Apart from the warm hospitality and excellent service, the hotel also offers exquisite dining facilities, business services, and other recreational facilities to make your stay all the more memorable.
Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.