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Post by CrackityJones on Sept 20, 2022 16:07:08 GMT
Thanks for that. So we cant take in bottles of water?
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Post by welshrover on Sept 20, 2022 16:57:44 GMT
Thanks for that. So we cant take in bottles of water? I'm sure they will have very expensive bottles for sale inside the stadium! |
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Post by southcoastwelsh on Sept 20, 2022 18:13:25 GMT
Thanks for that. So we cant take in bottles of water? Sadly not they say. Crazy, but they are obviously trying to extract every last penny from us. The only exception would be on medical grounds if there's something you need to take with you e.g. diabetic. |
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Post by jbt95 on Sept 20, 2022 18:37:22 GMT
Thanks for that. So we cant take in bottles of water? Sadly not they say. Crazy, but they are obviously trying to extract every last penny from us. The only exception would be on medical grounds if there's something you need to take with you e.g. diabetic. You can’t take bottles of water into UK stadia. |
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Post by erasedcitizen on Sept 20, 2022 20:22:48 GMT
Sadly not they say. Crazy, but they are obviously trying to extract every last penny from us. The only exception would be on medical grounds if there's something you need to take with you e.g. diabetic. You can’t take bottles of water into UK stadia. Also mental. |
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Post by erasedcitizen on Sept 20, 2022 20:23:20 GMT
What are the chances of getting a big rainbow flag in?
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Post by jbt95 on Sept 20, 2022 21:03:45 GMT
You can’t take bottles of water into UK stadia. Also mental. Rather safe than sorry |
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Post by jbt95 on Sept 20, 2022 21:04:47 GMT
What are the chances of getting a big rainbow flag in? Need to respect their culture even if you don’t agree with it. |
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Post by erasedcitizen on Sept 21, 2022 6:33:48 GMT
What are the chances of getting a big rainbow flag in? Need to respect their culture even if you don’t agree with it. I'll never respect homophobia. |
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Post by jbt95 on Sept 21, 2022 7:48:47 GMT
Need to respect their culture even if you don’t agree with it. I'll never respect homophobia. The world is full of different views. |
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Post by erasedcitizen on Sept 21, 2022 8:36:02 GMT
I'll never respect homophobia. The world is full of different views. It's not a different view, it's hate. Take it to the DMs if you wanna discuss it further, save taking this thread off course. |
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Post by flutterdinho on Sept 21, 2022 8:41:01 GMT
A friend tells me that whatsapp is 'banned' in Qatar and that I need a vpn, whatever that is. To save me googling this, is anyone aware of any alternatives to whatsapp that will likely work in Qatar?
Anyone looked into the world of insurance yet? I usually just buy the cheapest without reading the t and c's so as this is my most expensive holiday so far and contains a fair amount of risk, I'd be interested to hear if anyone has looked into this.
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Post by jbt95 on Sept 21, 2022 10:27:04 GMT
I wouldn’t advise using VPNs if WhatsApp is banned there.
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Post by cymro on Sept 21, 2022 11:38:49 GMT
A friend tells me that whatsapp is 'banned' in Qatar and that I need a vpn, whatever that is. To save me googling this, is anyone aware of any alternatives to whatsapp that will likely work in Qatar? Anyone looked into the world of insurance yet? I usually just buy the cheapest without reading the t and c's so as this is my most expensive holiday so far and contains a fair amount of risk, I'd be interested to hear if anyone has looked into this. I took out insurance a little while ago just to be safe. Took some time to take out a more comprehensive policy with a reputable company for this trip due to cost and risk etc. Went with AXA and cost around ÂŁ40 for 11 days of cover. For context I'm 31 with no health issues. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2022 11:52:53 GMT
You should be more worried that FIFA has conned you all into going to a backwards shit country more than what bloody flags you can hang,but of course none of you care about that.
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Post by iantov on Sept 21, 2022 18:21:30 GMT
What are the chances of getting a big rainbow flag in?  |
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Post by CrackityJones on Sept 29, 2022 9:41:19 GMT
Doha starting to look better everyday:
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Post by iantov on Oct 5, 2022 8:52:05 GMT
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Post by pclaude on Oct 5, 2022 19:13:59 GMT
A friend tells me that whatsapp is 'banned' in Qatar and that I need a vpn, whatever that is. To save me googling this, is anyone aware of any alternatives to whatsapp that will likely work in Qatar? Anyone looked into the world of insurance yet? I usually just buy the cheapest without reading the t and c's so as this is my most expensive holiday so far and contains a fair amount of risk, I'd be interested to hear if anyone has looked into this. I think from memory what’s app messages work, but calls don’t. You need to get Botim which is like what’sapp but not banned. VPN won’t get around the WhatsApp ban I don’t think. But generally VPN works ok. No need to be afraid of using it for pron etc EDIT in UAE at the moment and VPN does let you do what’s app calls. (Not arrested yet either) |
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Post by iantov on Oct 6, 2022 17:38:31 GMT
A friend tells me that whatsapp is 'banned' in Qatar and that I need a vpn, whatever that is. To save me googling this, is anyone aware of any alternatives to whatsapp that will likely work in Qatar? Anyone looked into the world of insurance yet? I usually just buy the cheapest without reading the t and c's so as this is my most expensive holiday so far and contains a fair amount of risk, I'd be interested to hear if anyone has looked into this. I think from memory what’s app messages work, but calls don’t. You need to get Botim which is like what’sapp but not banned. VPN won’t get around the WhatsApp ban I don’t think. But generally VPN works ok. No need to be afraid of using it for pron etc EDIT in UAE at the moment and VPN does let you do what’s app calls. (Not arrested yet either) VPN is not banned in the UAE, it is merely against law to use it for illicit purposes. Watching 'pron' could mean imprisonment and up to AED 2m fine |
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Post by iantov on Oct 7, 2022 7:49:25 GMT
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Post by bobbyghoul on Oct 7, 2022 8:23:11 GMT
Qataris struggling for numbers? That would be a shame for them... |
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Post by cymro on Oct 7, 2022 9:26:25 GMT
Seems strange to me that they bring in the strict testing requirements but at the same time make it easier for people to come to the country who otherwise wouldn't have been. If covid infections are the main concern then why invite more people to come over.
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Post by iantov on Oct 10, 2022 6:19:48 GMT
Seems strange to me that they bring in the strict testing requirements but at the same time make it easier for people to come to the country who otherwise wouldn't have been. If covid infections are the main concern then why invite more people to come over. It's all very strange..! |
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Post by mikejones on Oct 10, 2022 10:41:52 GMT
What are the chances of getting a big rainbow flag in? Pretty sure that there's a FIFA rule that only national flags are allowed. I went with my sisters to a Women's World Cup match once and there were taking all types of flags from people at the gates. |
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Post by chrisdf on Oct 10, 2022 12:29:34 GMT
Some SIM card news
"The CEO of Ooredoo (biggest telecom company in Qatar) just held a press conference in Doha. He announced that every fan with a Hayya Card will receive a free Ooredoo SIM card with 2022 MB free data, 2022 free phone calls and 2022 free SMS."
"1- The services (data, minutes, sms) are only for 3 days.
2- After the 3 days, you can top up the sim card they will be providing you with the usual data/promotions depending on your preferences.
3- The free minutes and SMS provided are local.
4- The service is available on Physical SIM cards or E-Sim cards.
5- Sim cards can be collected at Oreedoo store at the airport or other sales points."
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Post by cymro on Oct 10, 2022 13:05:37 GMT
Some SIM card news "The CEO of Ooredoo (biggest telecom company in Qatar) just held a press conference in Doha. He announced that every fan with a Hayya Card will receive a free Ooredoo SIM card with 2022 MB free data, 2022 free phone calls and 2022 free SMS." "1- The services (data, minutes, sms) are only for 3 days. 2- After the 3 days, you can top up the sim card they will be providing you with the usual data/promotions depending on your preferences. 3- The free minutes and SMS provided are local. 4- The service is available on Physical SIM cards or E-Sim cards. 5- Sim cards can be collected at Oreedoo store at the airport or other sales points." I guess that's something. But I assume all visitors will need to be able to be online as soon as they get off the plane and going through immigration to show the track and trace app to the immigration officer? Clarity on this has been a bit vague so far. I bought one of the Qatar sim cards from simcorner recently. Hopefully it works. |
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Post by idj68 on Oct 10, 2022 20:04:53 GMT
Some SIM card news "The CEO of Ooredoo (biggest telecom company in Qatar) just held a press conference in Doha. He announced that every fan with a Hayya Card will receive a free Ooredoo SIM card with 2022 MB free data, 2022 free phone calls and 2022 free SMS." "1- The services (data, minutes, sms) are only for 3 days. 2- After the 3 days, you can top up the sim card they will be providing you with the usual data/promotions depending on your preferences. 3- The free minutes and SMS provided are local. 4- The service is available on Physical SIM cards or E-Sim cards. 5- Sim cards can be collected at Oreedoo store at the airport or other sales points." I guess that's something. But I assume all visitors will need to be able to be online as soon as they get off the plane and going through immigration to show the track and trace app to the immigration officer? Clarity on this has been a bit vague so far. I bought one of the Qatar sim cards from simcorner recently. Hopefully it works. Good news … just googled how cold is it at night in November in Doha !!! …18-21 and average 29 In day .. knew it was a nice time of year but flippin heck !! .🌞 Don’t think I need to pack my jumper !!! |
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Post by massivefloodlights on Oct 11, 2022 10:13:55 GMT
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Post by kingstonred on Oct 11, 2022 10:51:20 GMT
We're looking to do some 'dune bashing' on one of our days off.
Normally this is priced around ÂŁ70pp but during the World Cup the prices are around ÂŁ350+pp
Anyone had any luck finding / booking some good activities at reasonable prices?
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