Qatar Tourism enhances desert experiences

Qatar Tourism (QT) conducted an inspection campaign on four-wheel drive bike rental offices in Sealine and Ghariyah at the beginning of this year’s winter season, ensuring adherence to Law No. (20)/2018, a statement said on Thursday.
This law specifies operating guidelines and standards for vehicles used in tourism experiences.
Timed with the start of the winter season, the QT conducted the annual inspection in collaboration with the South Security Department in Sealine, the North Security Department in Ghariyah, the General Directorate of Traffic, and the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME).
In a press statement, Ali al-Mohannadi, head of Tourism Control Section at QT, said: “Providing distinctive tourism experiences is one of our top priorities at the QT.”
“As desert excursions are a significant part of Qatari culture and are a popular tourism activity, we work closely with the relevant public and private institutions to improve security and safety during the camping season,” he said. “We also work jointly with the owners of the rental offices to assist them comply with the licensing requirements, with the focus on delivering service excellence.”
“Our regulations not only prioritise the safety of campers and tourists, but also help to protect the investments of vendors and ensure a quality experience,” al-Mohannadi added.
As an entity responsible for regulating, supervising and controlling all entities and activities of the tourism and hospitality sector, including issuing licences, and classifying institutions and activities in the sector, the QT focuses on providing safe and secure products and experiences.
With the popularity of camping and associated activities, enforcing regulations is of great importance, helping the sector build more offerings in an ideal and safe environment.
Qatar’s winter season is captured vividly in the new destination campaign recently launched by the QT, “Hayyakum Qatar”, which showcases Qatar’s diverse attractions and events offering.
Earlier this month, the QT issued the December edition of its monthly *Qatar Calendar guide, with events that range from outdoor bazaars to sports championships, art exhibitions, and more.