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The ultra-luxury hotel unveils an enticing summer staycation offer





Rising inside in Katara Towers – a striking new landmark on Doha’s skyline – Fairmont Doha is one of the most remarkable hotels in the Qatari capital. Located in the heart of the shiny new Lusail City, the property has already become a go-to spot for discerning travellers, and for summer 2023, Fairmont Doha has unveiled an enticing staycation offer.


Entitled ‘A Luxurious Escape’, the offer invites guests to enjoy 33% off all stays when booking into any of the hotel’s 362 elegant rooms and suites for a minimum of two nights. Fairmont Doha welcomes guests to partake in a delightful array of interactive experiences, including captivating cooking classes led by their skilled chefs, zero-alcohol mixology sessions, and an abundance of other engaging activities. Available through September 2023, the new offer allows residents and visitors to the city the chance to experience one of the most talked-about hotels in Doha, and to unwind and indulge while creating unforgettable summer memories. Giving guests peace of mind, bookings are also fully refundable.


To cater to families, the hotel is offering a ‘Family Fun’ offer which includes 50% off an additional children’s room, complimentary breakfast, an exciting movie screening at our own exclusive cinema with popcorn and other goodies for children, as well as a luxury shopping experience to ensure parents are pampered. To add to the amazing offer, children under 12 years old will enjoy a complimentary stay and will dine for free. A children’s club offering childcare and activities for little ones, such as cooking classes, scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, movie nights, and more, ensures families and adults have the most relaxing time possible this summer.


Opened in 2022, Fairmont Doha is steeped in grandeur, with touches like the world’s largest chandelier, super-yacht-inspired rooms, and suites, five excellent dining venues, a cutting-edge fitness studio and a regenerative spa. Fairmont Doha’s rooms are some of the most spacious and well-equipped in the city, adorned in luxurious white leather and rich wood with gold and nautical touches and boasting maxi bars stocked with Qatari specialities, bean-to-cup coffee machines and marble bathrooms with gold-tiled walk-in showers and soaking tubs. Many rooms also have balconies or terraces overlooking the skyline or ocean. A selection of visually remarkable themed suites can also be booked, including the flamboyant Shanghai Suite and opulent Arabesque Katara suite – coming with unique touches like private cinemas, wine cellars, private pools, and gyms.


During their stay, guests will have the chance to dine at Fairmont Doha’s five innovative culinary experiences – along with enjoying 24-hour room service. Restaurants trot the globe, from the wonders of the subcontinent at Masala Library by Chef Jiggs Kalra and Latin American at Vaya! to a world of fire and ice at Pan-Asian Provok. The setting for serene afternoon tea overlooking the pool and waterfront, Dome centres around a breath-taking bespoke 12-foot-high glass cloche hiding colourful cakes and pastries.


Guests will also have access to Fairmont Doha’s regenerative spa, which spans nine treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room, hammam and vitality pool, as well as an indoor pool for all ages making it tempting to not leave the property at all.


Fairmont Doha’s ‘A Luxurious Escape’ offer includes 33% off rooms when staying for a minimum of two nights and is available through September 30, 2023.


The ‘Family Fun’ offer includes 50% off an additional room, as well as a range of activities for the little ones, and is available through September 30, 2023.


For more information or to make a reservation, please call +974 4030 7200 or email info.doha@fairmont.com



to support the fast-growing e-gaming community in Qatar





Doha Film Institute has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding with Qatar Esport Federation (QESF) with the goal of promoting the fast-growing electronic gaming community in the country and establishing a culture of creativity and innovation in the sector for athletes.


This will support the thriving gaming industry in the Middle East, and position Qatar as a hub for the sector. With the region’s e-gaming sector growing at a compound annual growth rate of 24.5 per cent, three times faster than China, it is also reported that the region has one of the highest share of gaming mobile app downloads at 50 percent compared to the global average of 40 percent.


The MoU was signed by H.E Sheikh Abdullah Bin Faleh Al Thani, president of Qatar Esport Federation and Fatma Hassan AlRemaihi, Chief Executive Officer of Doha Film Institute, at a ceremony held at the popular Geekend in Lusail Boulevard.


Through the agreement, the two entities will join hands to strengthen the electronic games industry in Qatar and provide valuable support to aspiring entrepreneurs in this dynamic field. They will also leverage their collective expertise and resources to propel the growth and development of the gaming sector in Qatar and beyond.


Doha Film Institute and QESF share common objectives to support gaming enthusiasts with a clear path for professional progression, promote Esports locally and internationally, and increase its awareness as a true sport.


H.E Sheikh Abdullah Bin Faleh Al Thani, president of Qatar Esport Federation said: "We are thrilled to announce our partnership with the Doha Film Institute, as we join forces to nurture the electronic gaming community and pave the way for our entrepreneurs to thrive in their professional journeys. Our unwavering dedication lies in elevating the local esports community, propelling this industry towards a heightened level of professionalism. Our talented individuals have already demonstrated exceptional skills and capabilities, and through this collaboration with DFI, they will acquire the necessary expertise to excel and solidify their presence on the global stage.


With great anticipation, we eagerly await the fruitful outcomes of this remarkable partnership”.

In the same context, Mr. Faisal Abdulrahman Khalid, the QESF Assistant Secretary General said this agreement goes with the QESF’s strategy to join hands with government institutions to develop the mental sports among youngsters and do the best to establish national teams that will represent the country at the international arenas, this is just a first step to a series of agreements to come in the future, we hopefully it can help increase Qatari community awareness about the e-gaming ”.


Fatma Hassan Alremaihi, Chief Executive Officer of Doha Film Institute, stated: "Doha Film Institute continues its strategic partnerships with national and international institutions to strengthen Qatar's artistic and cultural landscape. We are pleased to sign this agreement with the Qatar Esports Federation to contribute to supporting our generations, broadening their horizons and opening new doors for them to meet their aspirations as part of our vision and mission to support all creative sectors and youth in Qatar and the region."


Abdulla Al Mosallam, Chief Administrative Officer at DFI, said: “The MoU with Qatar Esport Federation is a milestone in our commitment to promoting the creative gaming industry and positioning Qatar as a hub for the fast-growing sports. With a dynamic young population, the gaming sector is emerging as one of the most popular engagements for youth. Our goal is to build the Esport community, dedicated to supporting amateur athletes into professionalism, and provide them an enabling environment for creating gaming enterprises. This will contribute to Qatar’s reputation as a pop-culture hub, demonstrated by the success of 10 years of Geekdom.”


Through Geekdom, Doha Film Institute is strengthening the community of Esport enthusiasts offering them a major platform to show their talents and reach out to the wider audience. They are a major pillar of DFI’s programs to support the creative community.


Qatar Esport Federation (QESF) supports the development of electronic gaming in Qatar by creating educational and training programmes and initiatives which positively engage youth, and fosters the growth and development of local Esports scene in Qatar.







During the SS24 Men’s Fashion Show, Etro unveils the first two styles of the Spring/Summer 2024 Eyewear collection. The cutting-edge silhouettes and signature details of the new models celebrate a story of excellence in a perfect balance between tradition and innovation.


The new sunglasses feature oversize shapes with a bold architecture, elevated on geometric temples with the emblematic Pegaso detail in metal, as a symbol of freedom, energy and creativity, portraying the charm of the ancient myth into a contemporary style culminating in the ETROSCREEN style.


These new models are a preview of the new Etro Eyewear Collection designed, produced and distributed in partnership with Safilo launching in January 2024, with a first drop of selected styles starting from November 2023 in Etro boutiques and in selected opticians.



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