Qatar Tourism Authority News
Qatar offers Damian Hirst first solo exhibition in Middle East
Qatar Tourism Authority has joined forces with the Qatar Museums Authority to announce Relics, the first solo exhibition in the Middle East dedicated to the iconic British artist Damien Hirst. On view from October 10th until January 2014, at the Alriwaq Doha exhibition space, the show will present the largest collection of Hirst’s work ever assembled.
Qatar welcomes guests to latest UNESCO site
Visitors to Qatar can now experience the largest archaeological site to be inducted into the UNESCO World Heritage List, the town of Al Zubarah. A historic coastal town that is now abandoned, Al Zubarah is situated approximately 100 kilometres north-west of Doha.
Qatar Tourism Authority launches new website
Qatar Tourism Authority Chairman, Mr. Issa Al Muhanadi has announced the launch of QTA’s new and enhanced website. The announcement was during an event held at QTA’s offices and in presence of all the employees. The site has been designed to be a simple and informative, and aims to be a functional and interactive resource for Qatar’s residents, as well as for all the tourists.
Doha moves up ICCA rankings following latest investment
Doha has strengthened its position among the most popular convention destinations in the world, with the Qatar capital moving from 49 positions to joint 111th. The city is now level with the established destinations of Florence, Riga and San Juan, in a list of over 360 participating cities in a recently released from the International Congress & Convention Association.
Qatar Tourism Authority to feature at IMEX 2013
The Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) is heading to Frankfurt for The Worldwide Exhibition for Incentive Travel, Meetings and Events (IMEX) which will be held from 21st to 23rd May at Exhibition Hall 8, Messe Frankfurt.
Abdulla Al Bader, director of tourism, Qatar Tourism Authority
Abdulla Al Bader, director of tourism, Qatar Tourism Authority, speaks to Breaking Travel News at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa.
Hend Zainal, head of marketing, Qatar Tourism Authority
Hend Zainal, head of marketing, Qatar Tourism Authority, speaks to Breaking Travel News at Arabian Travel Market 2013.
Qatar Tourism Authority to feature at ATM 2013
The Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) is heading to Dubai for the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) which will be held from 6th to 9th May at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC).
Qatar Tourism Authority scores a success at Qatar Career Fair 2013
Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) has successfully concluded its participation in the Qatar Career Fair 2013 which was held from April 1-6, 2013 at the Qatar National Convention Centre.
Qatar Tourism Authority partners with Qatar Airways to launch food festival
Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) has partnered with Qatar Airways to launch the fourth edition of their annual food festival in Doha. Renamed Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) the four-day event will take place at the Museum of Islamic Art Park from 28 to 31 March.
Passenger facilities unveiled at Hamad International
The soft opening of Hamad International Airport on April 1st 2013 will see ten foreign airlines operating out of Concourse B and an array of modern facilities for passengers to enjoy. HIA is a uniquely designed airport set against a beautiful man made lagoon and landscaping, creating a lush green environment to complement the airport’s natural bay and coastal setting.
Launch carriers confirmed for Hamad International Airport
Hamad International Airport has confirmed it will begin soft opening operations for ten passenger airlines from April 1st. Biman Bangladesh Airlines, flydubai, Air Arabia, Iran Air and RAK Airways will be among the first carriers to move into the new facility.