June 2022 – Page 17 – AfroQconnect

For first time ever, visitor arrivals to Qatar by land surpasses those by air

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Qatar’s festivities in May have proven a big boon to the country’s visitor arrival figures. The past month’s unique events…

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Sheikha Asma scales six of the seven summits in quest to complete Explorers Grand Slam

Afroq Writer Jun 18, 2022 0

Qatari mountaineer Sheikha Asma bint Thani Al-Thani has become the first Qatari woman to reach the summit of Mt Denali,…

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IATA meet, World Air Transport Summit kicks off Sunday in Doha

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The top leadership of the aviation sector from around the world will gather in Doha Sunday for the International Air…

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President of Sierra Leone arrives in Doha

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The President of the Republic of Sierra Leone Julius Maada Bio arrived this afternoon in Doha on an official visit…

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Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council President leaves Doha

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The President of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Rashad Muhammad Al Alimi left Doha this evening, after an official visit…

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Qatar’s airports to set new benchmarks for the industry, says ACI Asia-Pacific chief

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Qatar’s two airports – Hamad International and Doha International – will continue to transform airport operations and set new benchmarks…

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Afghan evacuees pose very low risk of Covid spread: MoPH, HMC study

Afroq Writer Jun 18, 2022 0

The evacuees from Afghanistan posed an extremely low risk of infection of Covid-19 in the countries and communities they eventually…

Qatar 2022

New York, Los Angeles among 16 host cities for 2026 World Cup

Afroq Writer Jun 18, 2022 0

FIFA revealed Thursday the 16 cities that will host matches in the 2026 World Cup. The 11 American metro areas…

* May 2022 international arrivals 25% higher than pre-pandemic figures * Tourism performance over January-May shows Qatar well on-track with recovery plans * For the first time ever, visitor arrivals by land surpasses those by air Qatar’s festivities in May have proven a big boon to the country’s visitor arrival figures. The past month’s unique events and offerings under ‘Eid in Qatar’ have driven a significant influx of visitors. May international arrivals exceeded 166,000, marking it as the month with the highest number of visitors in 2022. Furthermore, the figures represent more than a quarter of all visitors welcomed over the first five months of this year The latest data on visitor arrivals point to a steady recovery of Qatar’s tourism sector, with the year-to-date total (580 k) fast approaching the overall arrivals figure of 2021 (611 k). Furthermore, arrivals in May this year are 25% higher than that of May 2019, demonstrating a return to pre-pandemic levels of tourism as public health measures for travel ease. In keeping with the strategic focus of festivities held in May as part of ‘Eid in Qatar,’ more than half (54%) of all arrivals in May originated from the GCC, with visitors from Saudi Arabia leading international arrivals during the month. Capitalising on Qatar’s close proximity and ease of access, the proportion of total arrivals by land exceeded that of air for the very first time, with visitors opting to drive through the open and operative Abu Samra border. Commenting on the latest tourism figures, Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Tourism, Berthold Trenkel said, “The data demonstrates that our recovery strategy is working. While air travel remains a strong pillar of our tourism strategy attracting visitors from all corners of the globe, we are pleased to see an influx of visitors leveraging Qatar’s multiple points of access and visiting Qatar via its land and sea borders.” He added, “2022 has been a pivotal year for the tourism sector and we’re excited to build on this growth as we enter the summer season. Looking ahead, we are confident that the tourism sector will perform well during this time, as visitors enjoy the range of activities that can be found around the country, from musical performances to retail offers and one-of-a-kind museum exhibitions, and which are in keeping with the country’s values and traditions.” Qatar Tourism recently launched a monthly release of events and activities, with its June calendar now live on www.qatarcalendar.com . A handy guide for residents and visitors alike, the calendar is set to be an easily accessible tool that can help visitors make the most of their stay in Qatar. With the summer season in full swing and Eid holidays soon upon us, visitors can expect the next issues of the calendar to highlight special seasonal activities, as well as new and returning events and attractions. Visitors from the region have multiple access points to Qatar, by land, air and sea, and the option to drive into Qatar makes the destination particularly appealing. With a driving distance of 584 km from Riyadh (equivalent to around 6 hours of driving), and 554 km from Abu Dhabi (equivalent to around 5 hours and 25 minutes of driving), Qatar is an ideal destination for an exciting holiday within close proximity.

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May arrivals hit a record in 2022 owing to Qatar’s compelling tourism offerings

Afroq Writer Jun 18, 2022 0

* May 2022 international arrivals 25% higher than pre-pandemic figures * Tourism performance over January-May shows Qatar well on-track with…

Health & Wellness

Innovative healthcare: state-of-the-art Aman Hospital opens its doors in Doha

Afroq Writer Jun 18, 2022 0

Aman Hospital has opened its doors to the public in Qatar, marking a new era in the country’s healthcare industry…

Entertainment Night Life

For first time ever, visitor arrivals to Qatar by land surpasses those by air

Sheikha Asma scales six of the seven summits in quest to complete Explorers Grand Slam

IATA meet, World Air Transport Summit kicks off Sunday in Doha

President of Sierra Leone arrives in Doha

Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council President leaves Doha

Qatar’s airports to set new benchmarks for the industry, says ACI Asia-Pacific chief

Afghan evacuees pose very low risk of Covid spread: MoPH, HMC study

New York, Los Angeles among 16 host cities for 2026 World Cup

May arrivals hit a record in 2022 owing to Qatar’s compelling tourism offerings

Innovative healthcare: state-of-the-art Aman Hospital opens its doors in Doha

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