An Expat Talks about Living in Doha, Qatar

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Doha

How long have you lived there?

1 year

What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?

There are just too many to list. I joined one of the many Dive Clubs they offer and learned to scuba. I did 40 dives.

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In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.

I thought Doha was quite accepting of the diversity of people who lived and worked there.

In general, what are peoples' priorities in this city? For example, do lives revolve around work, family, socializing, sports, etc.?

At that time, the open air markets were wonderful. I don't know if they still exist. Shopping was probably the most popular thing people did for entertainment. There were also many "club" activities which required membership of some sort.

If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.

Explore and then join a club or some organization where you could meet a wide diversity of people from many other countries.