FROM THE DESK OF THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF It’s hard to believe that May has arrived already, and with it a number of special events to keep you busy both inside and outside Doha. This month in our Community section QH brings you a feature on the country you only thought you knew, highlighting the best day-trips to off-the-beaten track destinations around Qatar – perfect for the adventuresome traveler with an eye for history and natural beauty.
Publisher: The Art of Business Chairman: Ahmed Hassan Bilal Editor-in-Chief: Nasser Ahmed Hassan Bilal Executive Editorial Director: Moona Masri-Whitice Editor: Ashlee Starratt Editorial Coordinator: Marlynne Mallari-Dela Pena
Keeping with the theme of promoting and preserving our natural landscapes as the country continues its rapid growth, we tell you everything you need to know about ‘going green in the desert’. With a burgeoning eco-conscious movement sprouting across the nation, QH examines what we as consumers can do in our daily lives to help the environment. It’s an issue that’s in line with the national vision for 2030 and QH is proud to help promote awareness.
Graphic Designers: Soné Moriarty, Zahi Srour Sales and Marketing Manager: Deliah Furcoi Sales and Communications Manager: Jorge Granda Marketing Coordinator: Jeniffer Daclan Ruiz Photographer: Jessie Palanca Finalizer/Production Manager: Srimani Welagedara, Badir Bechara New Media Manager: Susanna Wolfe
On the Entertainment scene for May we have the Celtic Tenors landing in Qatar for a much-anticipated one-night show at the Ramada Plaza Doha. The internationally-acclaimed group will bring their talented harmonies all the way from Ireland for concert-goers to enjoy. The Tenors have won musical awards and accolades world-wide, having worked with Grammy-nominated songwriters and producers, so this performance is not to be missed.
Business Development Consultant: Kristina Helg Distribution & Accounts: Lanie Fillo-Pana Contributors: Chloe Adelle, Mark Bambach, Alex Corey, Khalifa Saleh Haroon, Mike Moriarty, Jeffrey Navarro, Laura Prior, Victoria Scott Have Your Say: Feedback and comments are always welcome. Please forward letters to the editor:
On the Food and Dining front, QH is proud to announce the opening next month of two new Chowking restaurants in Al Khor Mall, Al Khor and Dar al Salam Mall in Al Mamoura. An associate of Ahmed Hassan Bilal Group, Chowking continues to promote excellence by bringing the best Chinese cuisine to Doha at affordable prices in a family-friendly atmosphere. Please come out and join us for a lovely meal.
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Finally in Sports, Doha plays home to one of the most prestigious athletic events in the world this month as the Samsung Diamond League series comes to town, bringing the best in track and field athletics to this exclusive sporting invitational. Athletes and competitors from all over the world will gather at the Qatar Sports Club on May 11th to vie for the Diamond Race prize.
QATAR HAPPENING (QH) is published 11 times a year by The Art of Business, Doha, Qatar, an associate of Ahmed Hassan Bilal Group of Companies. The information contained in QATAR HAPPENING (QH) is correct at the time of printing. Details may change at any time without liability on the part of The Art of Business. Readers are advised to confirm details with the event organizers.
We hope to see you out and about at many of these exciting events and look forward to bringing you the latest news on all things happening in Qatar for next month in the pages of QH. So stay tuned.
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