{"id":3424,"date":"2023-01-26T17:53:53","date_gmt":"2023-01-26T15:53:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xltravel.co.za\/qatar\/?page_id=3424"},"modified":"2023-01-28T08:07:49","modified_gmt":"2023-01-28T06:07:49","slug":"explore-qatar-through-its-people","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.xltravel.co.za\/qatar\/explore-qatar-through-its-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Explore Qatar through its people"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Planning a trip to Qatar? Check out these hidden gems, unveiled by locals and expats, who provide exciting insider tips and tell amusing stories of the country they call home. Discover Qatar through the eyes of our Curators and live like a local.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Meet our Curators<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    Elmira Kahrobaie<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

    Luxury blogger<\/h5>\n
    ADVENTURES<\/div>\n

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    Mashel Al Naimi<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

    Rider<\/h5>\n
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    Muna Al-Bader<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

    Artist, Art ambassador<\/h5>\n
    ART & CULTURE<\/div>\n

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    Noor al Mazroei<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

    Chef<\/h5>\n
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    Rachel Morris<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

    Food blogger<\/h5>\n
    FOOD & DRINK<\/div>\n

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    Curator stories<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    Wondering how life in Qatar is? Follow the amusing stories of our Curators and get inspired.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Noor al Mazroei<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    Chef<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

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    Qatar<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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    How I changed people’s mindset on healthy food<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    My first year as a participant in the Qatar International Food Festival was definitely a challenging one; serving healthy food at a Food Festival required using persuasion since most of the times healthy means dull. So, I was urging visitors to try in order to show them that healthy can also be delicious. On the first day, I managed to attract five costumers. Then, the second day, I had more than 100 customers, and the rest of the days I was sold out. I believe that I changed people\u2019s mindset around healthy food. I proved that it could be tasty, and I provided Qatari dishes in vegan and gluten-free options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Elmira Kahrobaie<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    Qatar<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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    Family time<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    Spending time with my family is always my priority!\u00a0Salwa Beach Resort<\/a>\u00a0is a major leisure destination, ideal for\u00a0families<\/a>. Also, their waterpark is incredible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Muna Al-Bader<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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    Artist, Art ambassador<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

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    Doha, Qatar<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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    Always inspired<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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    Doha Fire Station<\/a>\u00a0is my favourite space in Doha. I enjoy being there at sunrise, sunset, watching people, the traffic, my city… My city is always an inspiration. We have many curators there and being in an environment full of artists, is always an inspiringation. I learn from them and they learn from me.\u00a0Doha Fire Station<\/a>\u00a0has been a great place for experimenting with my art.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Discover the road less travelled in Qatar with the country\u2019s top Concierges<\/h2>\n

    From spectacular natural wonders and outdoor adventures to cute cafes with lovely views and traditional markets, our concierges invite visitors to travel off the beaten track.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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      Randy Santos<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

      Chief Concierge<\/h5>\n
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      Abdur Rahim<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

      Guest Services Agent<\/h5>\n
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      Dev Poudel<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

      Chief Concierge\/ Resort Experience Manager<\/h5>\n
      ADVENTURES<\/div>\n

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      Innocent Ndiema<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

      Front Desk Concierge<\/h5>\n
      POPULAR ATTRACTIONS<\/div>\n

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      Carsten Hornig<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

      Guest Experience Manager<\/h5>\n
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      Curators’ top itineraries<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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      Discover the best places to go and find the most inspiring things to do in Qatar through locals’ eyes.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Tasting Souq Waqif with Rachel Morris<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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      The historic heart of Doha,\u00a0Souq Waqif<\/a>\u00a0has been rebuilt on the site of the city\u2019s old market. It\u2019s easy to spend hours getting lost in its winding alleyways. It also has some great places to eat.<\/p>\n

      Start your visit by fueling up for a late breakfast at one of two cafes owned by Qatari women – Shay Al Shamous or\u00a0Al Jasra Caf\u00e9<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 both serve hearty Qatari classics like rajaj (wafer thin papery bread usually spread with cheese or honey) and a cup of karak.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Discovering entrepreneurship in Qatar<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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      Ahmad Al-Kuwari, owner and co-founder of KAVA Koffee, explains what makes a good entrepreneur and shares advice and success tips for starting a new business.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Uncovering the architectural scene of Qatar<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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      Qatar is lined with impressive buildings and futuristic structures designed by local and world-renowned architects. The country has morphed into a dynamic architectural centre and has undoubtedly introduced a new identity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      A few days in Qatar with Innocent Ndiema<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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