Qatar Tourism News
QIC Expands Its Digital Ecosystem with New Travel Solutions
Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has announced the launch of new travel-related features on its QIC App, further enhancing the digital experience for travelers to and from Qatar with extra convenience and ease.
Visit Qatar CEO Concludes Official Visit to China
As part of strategic efforts to attract more visitors from the Chinese market, Eng Abdulaziz Ali Al Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar, led an official delegation to China, signing two strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with industry leaders Fliggy and Huawei to elevate the visitor experience through advanced artificial intelligence (AI).
Qatar Calendar Launches ColorVerse Experience
Qatar Calendar has announced the launch of the ColorVerse Experience, a next generation immersive entertainment attraction developed in partnership with Spacetoon. Taking place at Katara Cultural Village’s South Parking from July 15 to September 15, 2026, the experience will add a new family-focused attraction to Qatar’s summer events calendar. The ColorVerse Experience invites visitors on an interactive storytelling journey through the world of Colorama, a once vibrant realm that has lost all colour and vitality. Throughout the experience, visitors become “Restorers”, tasked with reactivating the core RGB colour system, overcoming the colour-consuming creatures known as the “Munchers”, and ultimately restoring balance and life to the world.
The Samla International Race Secures Strategic Partnerships Ahead of January 2026 Edition
The Samla International Race has announced the signing of a series of strategic partnership agreements ahead of its upcoming edition, scheduled to take place on 24 January 2026. The agreements were formalised during an official ceremony attended by representatives from partner entities and members of the media.
Qatar Airways Launches World’s First Starlink-Equipped Boeing 787 and Airbus A350 Starlink Rollout
Qatar Airways, the operator of the world’s first and largest Starlink-equipped widebody fleet, has become the first carrier globally to enable Boeing 787-8 with Starlink. The airline has also equipped its entire Airbus A350 fleet within record-breaking eight months in December 2025. To date, Qatar Airways is operating three Dreamliners with the fastest Wi-Fi in the sky, bringing the total of its Starlink-connected widebody aircraft to nearly 120.
Doha Named 2026 “GCC Tourism Capital”
The committee responsible for the GCC Tourism Capital has officially announced Doha as the GCC Tourism Capital for 2026, within the framework of strengthening joint tourism cooperation among GCC member states. This decision has been approved by Their Excellencies the Ministers responsible for tourism across the Gulf Cooperation Council.
Qatar welcomes over 5.1 million guests
Qatar welcomed over 5.1 million guests from across the globe, drawn by the country’s dynamic year-round calendar of events and vibrant atmosphere, creating memorable experiences for every traveller.
Qatar and DCT Abu Dhabi Launch Joint Initiative to Promote Twin-Centre Holiday Packages
Qatar Tourism and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have unveiled a strategic partnership designed to strengthen regional tourism ties through a new twin-centre holiday offering. This initiative enables travellers to seamlessly combine Doha and Abu Dhabi into a single, multi-city itinerary, making it easier than ever to explore both destinations in one trip. At the heart of this collaboration are Qatar Airways Holidays and Etihad Holidays operated by Capital Holidays, part of ADNEC group, who will jointly curate customised travel packages. Each will draw from a selection of hotels and experiences to design integrated itineraries that capture the essence of both destinations. These packages will be promoted to tour operators across key markets in Europe and North America.
QATARI DIAR SIGNS STRATEGIC AGREEMENT WITH DAR GLOBAL TO DEVELOP TRUMP INTERNATIONAL GOLF CLUB
Qatari Diar has signed an agreement with Dar Global to develop Trump International Golf Club Simaisma includes a luxury 18-hole golf course, golf club and an exclusive collection of Trump-branded luxury villas, as part of the landmark Simaisma coastal project located 40 kilometres north of Doha.
Qatar Tourism, Visit Qatar mark milestones on opening day of ATM Dubai 2025
Qatar Tourism and Visit Qatar marked their participation at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 in Dubai, one of the world’s leading travel and tourism events in the region, by announcing two major developments on the opening day.
Travis Scott to Perform Live in Doha This May
Visit Qatar has announced that global artist Travis Scott will perform live in Doha on May 16th 2025, at Ahmed bin Ali Stadium. This concert is part of ongoing efforts to attract international entertainment and artistic performances, enriching the diverse calendar of events held throughout the year. It also reinforces Qatar’s position as a premier tourism destination in the region, drawing visitors from around the world and showcasing the richness and variety of entertainment experiences available to the public.
Hamad International Airport Unveils State-of-the-Art Concourses D and E
Hamad International Airport (DOH), ranked as the World’s Best Airport and Airport Shopping by Skytrax 2024, has officially unveiled its highly anticipated Concourses D and E, marking a major milestone in its expansion and increasing its capacity to over 65 million passengers annually.