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South Africa Part 1: Planning the trip and CapeTown An Unforgettable Halal Family Adventure By Naumaan Qamar Part1: Planning the
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Some of the best travel advice may not come from tourists. It comes from people who have lived there.
Our travel series continues with insights shared recently in our what’s app group by a Halal Travel Pal member who has been living in Doha for nearly 10 years.
“If you are visiting Qatar for around 5 days, this is a simple way to plan without rushing.
Masjid Al Hikmah
Masjid Muhammad
Start with Museum of Islamic Art. Even if you’re not into museums, it’s worth it. Nice views for pics specially outer courtyard.
After that, walk in MIA Park behind the museum, nice views of the skyline.
Then head to Souq Waqif for lunch and walking around. Old Doha vibes, falcon market, spice shops.
Fanar Islamic Cultural Center is right next to Souq if you want to pop in for amazing Islamic VR section.
Evening walk on the Corniche and if you like, a short dhow boat ride at night, strongly recommended.
Dinner options around Souq Waqif or nearby.
Authentic Balinese Village
Authentic East Bali Village
East Bali Beach
East Bali Halal Resto
Morning visit National Museum of Qatar. Go early so it’s not crowded.
After that head to Msheireb Downtown. Walk around, maybe visit 1 or 2 Msheireb museums, not all.Lunch in Msheireb.
Later in the afternoon Mina Port or go to Villaggio Mall. Easy walk inside, indoor canal, good for families. Aspire Park next door if weather is nice.
Dinner idea BBQ Tonight (very popular Pakistani BBQ) or Spice & Sizzle if you want something spicy and flavourful.
North Bali Dolphin
Desert day. This is a must in Qatar.Dune bashing, camel ride, inland sea.
Family friendly option is Regency Sealine camps.
Try to stay till sunset, it’s beautiful. Better stay overnight, you will love it.
Dinner usually included if you book a proper tour or stay.
West Bali National Park
West Bali National Park
Morning at Katara Cultural Village. Mosque, art spaces, beach walk. Lunch around Katara or nearby.
Later go to Place Vendome in Lusail. Very impressive mall.
Food options
here Yasmin Palace (Lebanese/Syrian, high end, very tasty kebabs)
Another must try Turkish restaurant is Turkey Central (no fancy ambience, but one of the best Turkish foods in Doha, multiple branches)
Evening walk at Lusail Marina or Lusail Boulevard.
Keep this relaxed.
Option 1: Banana Island day pass. Expensive but peaceful, food voucher usually included.
Option 2: Hilton Salwa Resort with water park, can stay overnight, food is really good.
Tea break suggestion: Tea Time Premium. Good karak, less sugar, reasonably priced.
Souq Waqif, Corniche, MIA and Fanar are all very close. National Museum and Old Mina Port are also nearby. Plan these together and you save a lot of time.
This plan easily covers a full week if you slow it down, or 5 days comfortably without rushing.
If people want, we’ll soon share a proper Qatar guide page on HalalTravelPal InshaAllah.”
This isn’t a quick visit or a weekend impression. It’s real, lived experience shaped over time.
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