Doha’s 10 Most In-Demand Hotels Right Now: Live September 2026 Rates
10 Wego Travel Trends · Doha We looked at every hotel search on Wego over the last 30 days and ranked Doha by pure demand — not by who paid us, not by who has the best PR. Then we pulled live rates on all ten. Here is where the city is actually going, and... Read More
Qatar Airways Doha-Bogotá-Caracas Flights: New September 2026 Start Date and Schedule
The current Qatar Airways route page lists 2 September 2026 as the start date The planned service operates twice weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays in a one-direction triangular pattern: Doha, Bogotá, Caracas, then Doha. Doha-Bogotá and Doha-Caracas itineraries are part... Read More
FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027: Doha Travel Guide
Key takeaways The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 runs from 27 August to 12 September in Doha. FIBA has confirmed 32 teams, 92 games and four venues. Lusail Arena will host the title game. Tickets are not yet on sale; FIBA currently offers pre-registration for ticket... Read More
Doha Film Festival 2026: Programme, Venues and Visitor Guide
Key takeaways The confirmed Doha Film Festival dates are 19–27 November 2026. Four competitions anchor the announced programme structure, alongside gala, outdoor, special and youth-focused strands. The 2026 film list, screening timetable, venues and public ticket... Read More
S’hail Qatar 2026: Dates, Venue and Visitor Guide
S’hail 2026 at a glance Dates: Tuesday 8–Saturday 12 September 2026. Venue: Katara Cultural Village, Doha. Entry: free general admission according to S’hail and Visit Qatar; 2026 visitor hours are still to be confirmed. S’hail Doha dates, venue and... Read More
Back to School in Qatar 2026: Best Time to Book Your Flight Back to Doha
Key takeaways Qatar government schools reopen for students on Sunday, 30 August 2026; staff return roughly a week earlier, in late August. MOEHE’s calendar now runs three years ahead (2025-26, 2026-27, 2027-28), so families can plan flights far in advance. The... Read More
Qatar Toy Festival 2026: Celebrate Summer With Fun for the Entire Family!
What is the Qatar Toy Festival? The Qatar Toy Festival is one of the country’s biggest indoor family entertainment events. The 2026 edition is organised by Qatar Calendar in collaboration with Spacetoon Group, under the theme “More to Imagine, A Whole... Read More
IRONMAN 70.3 Doha 2027: Dates & Registration
Doha will host its first-ever IRONMAN race from 18 to 20 March 2027, with the inaugural Visit Qatar IRONMAN 70.3 Doha set to take over Old Doha Port. It is the first IRONMAN-branded event ever held in Doha, designed as an early-season race that opens athletes’... Read More
Qatar Residence Permit Grace Period Reduced from 30 to 14 Days
Qatar now gives expats just 14 days to leave after their residence permit (Iqama) is cancelled — down from 30. The Ministry of Interior announced the change in June 2026. Here’s who it affects and what to do. What the New Rule Says The grace period to leave... Read More
Where to Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 for Free in Qatar: Fan Zones, TV Channels & Live Streaming
Qatar has no free-to-air World Cup 2026 broadcast — live coverage runs on the subscription channel beIN Sports. But you can still catch every match free at public fan zones and big-screen viewings across Doha. No Free-to-Air Broadcast Unlike some markets, Qatar has no... Read More
FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule in Qatar Time: Today’s Kick-Offs and All 104 Matches
Here are the FIFA World Cup 2026 kick-off times in Qatar (AST) — Qatar’s matches, the key dates, and the final. Qatar is 7 to 10 hours ahead of the host cities, so many games land late at night or in the early hours. Today’s Matches: 19 July 2026 Match... Read More
Muharram (Islamic New Year) 2026 Holiday in Qatar
The Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) marking the start of 1448 AH and the month of Muharram is expected to fall on Tuesday, 16 June 2026 in Qatar. The date is based on the Umm al-Qura astronomical calendar and may shift by a day depending on the official moon... Read More
PCC Tracking Qatar: How to Check Police Clearance Certificate Status
If you have applied for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in Qatar, you can check its status online. Qatar’s Ministry of Interior (MOI) runs an official PCC Request Tracking service for exactly this. This guide shows the two official ways to track a Qatar... Read More
Qatar Visa Extension for Stranded Travellers Has Ended (June 2026): What to Do Now
Qatar’s emergency visa extension for travellers stranded by the early-2026 Middle East airspace closure has ended. The Ministry of Interior confirmed that the temporary extension of all expired or soon-to-expire entry visas — first issued on 3 March 2026 —... Read More
Qatar Airways Flight Status (July 2026): Current Operations and Affected Routes
Qatar Airways is still flying from Doha, but renewed US–Iran fighting since early July has forced fresh cancellations and Gulf airspace restrictions. Here is the current status, which routes are affected, and your rebooking options. Qatar’s airspace and... Read More
Eid al-Adha 2027 Prayer Time in Qatar
Eid al-Adha prayer is one of the most important communal observances of the festival. This 2027 guide explains the expected date, how official prayer times are announced, and how worshippers in Qatar can prepare without relying on an outdated timetable. Eid al-Adha... Read More
World Cup Flights From Qatar: How to Fly From Doha to FIFA 2026 Host Cities
The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from 11 June to 19 July across 16 cities in the USA, Mexico, and Canada — and Doha’s Hamad International Airport is one of the best-connected hubs in the Middle East for reaching every host country. Here’s how to plan your... Read More
Qatar to USA for FIFA World Cup 2026: Travel Guide for Football Fans
If you’re flying from Doha to follow FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, Qatari citizens need only an ESTA, not a full visa. Here’s how to plan the trip from Qatar, from picking the right host city to halal food, prayer rooms, and matchday transport.... Read More
Qatar Eid Al Adha 2027 Holiday: Expected Public Sector Dates and Private Sector Rules
Eid Al Adha 2027 in Qatar is expected around mid-May, with the first day of Eid likely falling on Sunday, 16 May or Monday, 17 May. The exact date depends on the Dhul Hijjah moon sighting, and official confirmation typically comes just 1-2 days beforehand. Your... Read More
Qatar Visa Free Entry 2026: Which Countries Can Enter Qatar Without Visa?
Qatar Tourism now uses “visa-free entry” as the updated term for what was previously called “visa on arrival.” However, entry conditions still vary by nationality, and some travellers may need to meet additional requirements before travelling. Which countries are... Read More
Qatar Contract Verification for OFW: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
OFWs in Qatar who need a new Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) generally need their employment contract verified by the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) before they can head to Qatar from the Philippines. Contract verification is how the Philippine government checks... Read More
Eid Al Adha 2027 Flight & Hotel Deals for Qatar
Eid al-Adha is a popular travel period for residents of Qatar. This guide tracks 2027 flight and hotel offers and explains how to compare options while official holiday dates and promotions are still pending. Eid al-Adha 2027 travel window Eid al-Adha 2027 is... Read More
Kids Dine and Stay for Free in Qatar This Summer Under the Hala Summer 2026 Campaign
Children under 12 can stay, eat, and play for free at participating venues across Qatar from 1 May to 30 September 2026. That’s the headline offer from Visit Qatar’s new Kids Go Free campaign, part of the country’s annual Hala Summer season. If... Read More
Qatar Work Visa (Permit) Transfer: How to Transfer Your Work Permit?
Qatar work permit transfer rules in 2026 In Qatar, transferring your work permit to a new employer within the local labour market is possible, and the process has been considerably simplified since the labour reforms of Law No. 18 of 2020 and Law No. 19 of 2020. Under... Read More
Canada Visa Waiver for Qatar: 2026 eTA Guide for Citizens & Expats
Qatari passport holders no longer need a Canadian visitor visa. Since late 2025, citizens of Qatar can travel to Canada by air with just an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) — a CAD 7 online authorization that most applicants receive within minutes. The change was... Read More
Qatar and Saudi Citizens Can Visit Albania Visa-Free Until December 2026
Eligibility and requirements According to Albania’s Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, citizens from Qatar and Saudi Arabia can enter without a visa for the period of 15 April 2026 until 31 December 2026. The exemption is for tourism purposes only; it does not... Read More
Eid al Adha 2027 in Qatar: Expected Date and Public Holiday
Eid al-Adha 2027 date in Qatar Eid al-Adha 2027 is expected to fall around Sunday, 16 May 2027 in Qatar, corresponding to 10 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH. This date is an estimate and has not yet been officially confirmed. The official date is subject to the sighting of the... Read More
From Stadium Lights to Starlit Nights: Qatar’s New Year Beckons
As winter brings festive energy to the Arabian Peninsula, Qatar becomes the ultimate destination for travelers Eat at a stadium-side food festival, watch athletes race under circuit lights, or take a keepsake home. Pick an event based on location or your interest,... Read More
