Ibn Al Hamra

Broschiertes Buch

QATAR

Travel Guide

Beschreibung

DISCOVER QATAR IN 2025 with this comprehensive travel guide, filled with location specific colour photographs by the author, and maps in its 298 pages.It helps you navigate your journey from Doha airport to the city with transport include Doha's Metro, catering to every taste and budget. The guide helps you discover hidden gems like the bisht supplier for Messi in vibrant Souq Waqif, the cultural haven of Katara, and the spellbinding dunes of Khor Al Udaid's 'inland sea'. The breathtaking Museum of Islamic Art is included as is the National Museum - both are 'must sees' as you explore Doha - a modern city like no other. Understand the culture of Qatari coffee etiquette or saunter along the picturesque Corniche, as you marvel at the kaleidoscopic skyline of Doha's West Bay at twilight. If you want to dig deeper into Qatar - there is a comprehensive history chapter and cultural insights will immerse you in the rich tapestry of Qatari life.

Autor

My experience in Arabia and the Arab world dates back to 1985, encompassing extensive living, working, and travel across all the countries in the Arabian Peninsula, - Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, UAE, and Yemen.It was 22 years ago when I first visited Qatar. I have travelled comprehensively, most recently enjoying the excellent Metro, Tram, and Electric Bus services.Over 35 years ago, Jeddah was my first stop in Saudi Arabia, as it was for many visitors. Since then I have travelled across this vast country, from Dumat Al Jandal in the far north to Najran in the south, and from Jeddah in the west to the Dammam conurbation in the east. I have enjoyed using the remarkable new metro in Riyadh; all three train lines (which are excellent), most especially the Haramain between Jeddah and Madinah: made use of the somewhat less impressive long-distance coaches. In major conurbations, I use the inexpensive local bus services: Uber and other taxi options. However to explore the kingdom I drove myself around.But before visiting Saudi Arabia and Qatar, I got my first taste of the Arabian Peninsula in Oman and the UAE. My first visit was 1986, when the World Trade Centre was the sole skyscraper on Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Bustan Palace had just opened its doors.Every country has undergone incredible transformations since my first visit and all are now welcoming tourists.I have been used to travelling independently in these countries - without the backup of officials or other people - which means that I have experienced each country in the same way many tourists will. I do have a slight advantage of speaking Gulf Arabic and having a good understanding of the culture (I used to provide cultural advice to executives of major companies moving to the region), however as English is widely spoken and the Arabs can be hospitable people any visitor should find help, if needed. I do hope you will also enjoy your visit using my books - thank you for your purchase.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Arabesque Travel
• Seitenzahl: 298
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. September 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 203mm x 127mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 322g
• ISBN-13: 9781068226854
• ISBN-10: 1068226854
• Artikelnr.: 75380374