M4 Mac Mini 2TB Self (DIY) Upgrade for Less Than QAR 900 Read More »
Back in May I ordered from Ali Express a 2TB DIY (Do it Yourself) upgrade kit for my 256GB M4 Mac Mini. When I bought the bottom of the range 256GB M4 Mac Mini, I knew it was going to be challenging to fit my Photography and Videography work into such a small space. But […]
British Chinese Restaurant in Qatar Read More »
Time for some British Chinese takeaway? You will be glad to know that Qatar now has its very own British Chinese restaurant/takeaway. So for Brits living and working here in Qatar we can finally get that great taste of home simply by ordering online, or visiting the new food court in Lulu The Pearl. Check
Walking from Souq to Corniche Metro Station Read More »
I walked from the Golden Thumb in Souq Waqif, around the Corniche, and then to the Corniche Metro Station. It took me 50 minuets to do this. Souq Waqif to Corniche Metro Station (Walking) 50 Minuets 3.57km Best time to walk is 5pm onwards. Or sometime around sunset
Hamad International Airport to Shopping Malls Using Metro Read More »
If you find yourself between flights in Qatar, and are wondering if you have time to get to a shopping mall and back using the metro. Here are the timings to help you out. Firstly it will take you 7 minuets to walk from the information desk in the arrivals area of Hamad International Airport
Maria’s Pet Services Read More »
Call / WhatsApp +974 5591 2830 email doha.petrelo@gmail.com Today I briefly chat with Maria Sorongon, CEO and Co-owner of Maria’s Pet Services. Maria, discusses her company’s comprehensive pet services, including pet supplies, boarding, grooming, and most importantly international pet relocation. She emphasizes her personal involvement, handling all aspects from documentation to transport within Qatar and
Walking the Whole of Doha Corniche Read More »
Walking the whole of the Doha Corniche took me 1 hour 43 minuets. But this does include taking a lot of photographs and videos along the way. A little distance is also added because my start point was The National Museum of Qatar Metro Station My walk was a morning walk. Time of Day very
Old Doha Airport Take Off Window View Read More »
Before Hamad International Airport this was your window seat view taking off from the Old Doha International Airport. Notice as we fly over HIA there are no aircraft on the ground. The airport is empty.
Forever Autumn by Jeff Wayne (1978) Read More »
Back in 1978, a friend of mine invited me around to his home to listen to a new album that his older sister had bought. He was super excited about it and was certain it would blow me away. He wasn’t wrong! The album is still a classic today. But one track “Forever Autumn” still
Hamad International Airport to Souq Waqif by Metro Read More »
How to use the Metro. The cheapest way to get from Hamad International Airport to the souq (market) for a bit of shopping and a chance to grab something delicious to eat. And a chance for you to explore all that Souq Waqif has to offer. The sights, the sounds, the smells, the architecture, and
Model Village Opposite Box Park in Mina District Read More »
At this time (July 2025) there is a construction site opposite Box Park. This is going to be a model village. In this image you can just make out one of the miniature buildings in the distance. No information found online regarding an opening date. But this is going to be an awesome point of
