Football fever in Doha, if you are going from India to this city then it is very important to take care of some things. Know every big detail of Doha.
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The FIFA World Cup has attracted fans from all over the world and this biggest football event has entered its final phase. The tournament is already witnessing controversies, ups and downs and the rise of unknown stars. Meanwhile, News9 Sports has taken up the task of covering the journey of Qatar from close quarters. It is very easy to reach Doha. It can be reached here from all Indian metros by short flight of only 3.5 to 4 hours. After landing, the immigration process in Doha is well organized. whoever is still in doha Football For those considering watching, here are three key things to keep in mind:
1. Hayya Card Allotment
The Hayya card is mandatory for anyone who wants to travel to Qatar for the FIFA World Cup. One has to apply for this card at least two weeks before the date of your travel. You will have to provide your ticket application number at the initial stage of Haya Card application. Later you will have to give details of your stay arrangements to get approval.
There are many options for accommodation in Doha. You can book rooms in the Fan Village which has been specially built by the Government of Qatar. There are interactive games, former FIFA trophies, big screens for matches, tented stays and a FIFA museum. Apart from this, people can also stay on cruises, in hotels, private villas and houses. You just need to want, everything is available in Qatar.
2. Brilliant Workforce
On arrival at Hamad airport in Doha, five to six people will take you to the immigration center. Where it only takes a few seconds to complete the process. Here you just have to scan your passport. After which the luggage gets removed from the belt in no time. To make it extra convenient for the fans, the personnel have been asked to organize the luggage.
The welcome does not end here. There are mobile service providers just outside the luggage area, providing free SIM cards with 2 GB data and unlimited calling for comfortable calling in Qatar.
There is free travel on the Metro to reach the place of your stay. Yes, you heard it right, all for free. Assuming you are traveling for the first time, every location will have metro maps and even associates to guide you to the right train. Overall, it is a very pleasant experience.
3. Enjoy the luxury
Eight state-of-the-art stadiums have been built in the country for the World Cup. One of them, Stadium 974, will be removed after the completion of the tournament. The main stadium is a spectacular city surround Lusail. The government has spent lavishly on roads, metros, hotels, apartments to welcome about one million fans in more than a month and a half. The facilities are world class, $200 million spent but only $20 million expected to be brought in, yet the hosts have no complaints, as they have done their job.
hardik agarwal
Source: www.tv9hindi.com