Doha, Qatar
Certainly! Here's an updated itinerary that includes a visit to the Mina District:
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Doha Itinerary (10–16 May)
Hotel: Embassy Suites Downtown (includes breakfast)
Focus: Affordable, highly rated food; 1 afternoon tea at Raffles; 1 full day at Banana Island; visit to Mina District
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10 May (Friday) – Arrival Day
17:40 – Land in Doha
Evening:
Hotel check-in
Light dinner nearby: Chapati & Karak (local favorite for karak tea and parathas – inexpensive and popular)
Evening stroll at Souq Waqif (historic market, open late)
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11 May (Saturday) – Museum & Culture
Morning: Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) & MIA Park
Lunch: Jiwan by Alain Ducasse – cultural fine dining with views (mid-range prices)
Afternoon: Visit the Mina District (port area for a unique blend of history and modernity)
Dinner: Damasca One in Souq Waqif (Syrian cuisine, great ambiance)
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12 May (Sunday) – Modern Doha
Morning: Visit The Pearl + stroll around Qanat Quartier (Venice-style canals)
Lunch: L’ETO Café or Eggspectation at Medina Centrale
Afternoon: Katara Cultural Village
Dinner: Bandar Aden (Yemeni cuisine, communal dining, affordable)
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13 May (Monday) – Raffles Afternoon Tea
Morning: National Museum of Qatar
Lunch: Replaced by Afternoon Tea
15:00: Raffles Doha – Afternoon Tea (elegant and scenic experience)
Evening: Light dinner or dessert at Halo Doha (specialty desserts near Lusail)
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14 May (Tuesday) – Desert Touch
Morning: Option: Half-day desert safari (can end by noon)
Lunch: Al Manchab (authentic Qatari food, reasonable prices)
Afternoon: Relax or mall stroll (Doha Festival City or Mall of Qatar)
Dinner: Nando’s or Zaatar w Zeit (casual and affordable)
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15 May (Wednesday) – Banana Island
Full day at Banana Island Resort by Anantara (pre-book ferry from Dhow Port)
Meals: On the island – recommend Azraq for a buffet or Q Lounge
Evening: Return to Doha & rest
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16 May (Thursday) – Departure Day
Morning: Souvenir shopping or light activity depending on flight
Lunch: Debs w Remman (Lebanese, tasty and not too pricey)
Head to airport – leave ~3 hours before flight
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Let me know if you'd like to adjust anything further!