Lawh wa Qalam Museum celebrates M. F. Husain’s legacy in Qatar
Thu, 03 Sep 2026
Qatar’s museum landscape has expanded with Lawh wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum, an immersive cultural institution dedicated to the life and work of renowned modern artist M. F. Husain.
Doha to host packed September schedule of sports, culture, entertainment
Tue, 01 Sep 2026
Qatar is set for a busy September as Qatar Calendar presents a diverse programme of international exhibitions, cultural events, live entertainment and sporting competitions across Doha and beyond.
Qatar welcomes first leisure charter flight from Armenia
Sun, 30 Aug 2026
Qatar welcomed its first leisure charter flight from Yerevan, Armenia, at Hamad International Airport on August 28, marking a step forward in the growth of inbound leisure tourism and diversification of its international visitor markets. Operated by FlyOne in partnership with Rustar Tour Operator, the weekly service connects Yerevan and Doha using an Airbus A320.
Qatar unveils packed July calendar
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Qatar has announced a packed July events calendar featuring family entertainment, major sporting events, cultural exhibitions and summer camps as part of its 2026 summer programme.
Qatar sees 1.13m visitors in Q1 2026, targets summer growth
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Qatar Tourism recorded 1.13 million visitors in Q1 2026, including 646,000 in January, 423,000 in February and 63,000 in March, with experts expecting further growth in summer driven by events and family-focused activities.
Visit Qatar wins ICCA Award, secures 2027 summit rights
Thu, 18 Jun 2026
Visit Qatar was recognised at the ICCA Middle East Summit 2026 in Jordan, winning the ICCA Innovation Leadership Award and securing a partnership with ICCA to host the 2027 Middle East Summit in Qatar.
Qatar Airways boosts Dubai flights to five daily
Sun, 07 Jun 2026
Qatar Airways continues to increase its capacity between Qatar and UAE by gradually expanding frequencies between Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) from two to five daily services.
Qatar Airways delivers $1.94bn net profit in 2025/26
Wed, 20 May 2026
Qatar Airways Group reported a post-tax profit of QAR 7.08 billion ($1.94 billion) for FY2025/26, carrying over 41.8 million passengers and maintaining strong global connectivity via Hamad International Airport despite geopolitical challenges.
Qatar Tourism launches training for immigration officers
Mon, 18 May 2026
Qatar Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior (MOI) and Hamad International Airport (HIA), has launched a service excellence training programme for immigration officers working across Qatar’s key entry points, reinforcing ongoing efforts to deliver a welcoming arrival experience for visitors.
Qatar to host 2026 T100 Triathlon World Championship Final in Lusail City
Sat, 16 May 2026
The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) and Qatar have announced that the 2026 Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final will return to Lusail City for a second consecutive year, taking place from December 10–12 , 2026 in partnership with Visit Qatar.
Air India Express resumes flights to Bahrain, Qatar
Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Air India Express, India’s international value carrier, has announced the reinstatement of operations to Qatar and Bahrain, along with additional flights to the UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia, starting April 30.
Qatar Airways resumes daily services to Bahrain, Kozhikode
Tue, 28 Apr 2026
Qatar Airways continues to reinstate its global network, announcing the return of daily flights to Bahrain (BAH) and Kozhikode (CCJ), starting May 1, 2026.
Qatar Airways suspends flights amid airspace closure; Qatar extends entry visas
Tue, 03 Mar 2026
Qatar Airways announced on March 3 that its flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. Simultaneously, Qatar’s Ministry of Interior automatically extends all expired or near-expiry visas by one month, free of charge.
Visit Qatar opens registration for Qatar T100 Triathlon 2026
Wed, 11 Feb 2026
Visit Qatar in partnership with the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) and the Qatar Triathlon Federation, has announced the opening of registrations for the Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final 2026, set to take place in Qatar on 11–12 December..
IHG to launch Kimpton luxury brand in Qatar
Wed, 04 Feb 2026
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Kimpton Al Rowda Doha, a 283-key luxury lifestyle hotel set to open in mid-2026 in the heart of Qatar’s capital. Located in a vibrant downtown area near major business districts and cultural attractions, the hotel will cater to both business and leisure travellers.
Qatar kicks off February 2026 with culture, sports, global events
Mon, 02 Feb 2026
The February 2026 edition of Qatar Calendar brings a wide-ranging programme of international conferences, cultural showcases, major sporting competitions, live performances and community celebrations.
Qatar welcomes over 5.1m guests in 2025
Mon, 05 Jan 2026
Qatar welcomed over 5.1 million guests from across the globe in 2025, drawn by the country’s dynamic year-round calendar of events and vibrant atmosphere, creating memorable experiences for every traveller.
Qatar offers two-month, multiple-entry GCC Residents Visa
Sun, 30 Nov 2025
Qatar Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and the Permanent Committee for Managing Visitor Entry, has announced updates to the “Hayya” GCC Residents Visa (A2). The updates, which will take effect on November 30, 2025, allows visitors from GCC countries to stay in Qatar for up to two months and offers multiple-entry access.
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain lead regional travel expansion: report
Wed, 12 Nov 2025
Saudi Arabia and Bahrain are now driving the GCC’s outbound travel growth, with Qatar and Oman also experiencing remarkable rises as regional aviation capacity and tourism investments accelerate, according to new traveller insights released by Dragonpass.
Minor Hotels names Commercial Director for five Qatar properties
Tue, 11 Nov 2025
Minor Hotels has announced the appointment of Adam Harvey as Commercial Director, overseeing five of the group’s properties in Qatar — Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels by Tivoli, Al Najada Hotel by Tivoli, Al Najada Hotel Apartments by Oaks, and Souq Al Wakra Hotel by Tivoli.
World of events landing in Qatar
Thu, 30 Oct 2025
Visit Qatar has unveiled a dynamic new campaign celebrating the nation’s vibrant year-round calendar of cultural, sporting, and entertainment events.