KateR wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 1:55 pm

Is anyone going to the World Cup, do you have tickets or are just planning now?

We as a family lived in Qatar a long time, children right through the schooling system, which was first class in Doha. It was a good life, especially for children and it was very safe the majority of the time, however for males living alone it was a poor life and we used to have parties were there was a sprinkling of single guys at every party. In the beginning the availability of alcohol was under license with a monthly allowance where you went to a warehouse type facility that basically only sold alcohol, however it morphed into having areas and "5 Star" hotels able to sell alcohol in bars and restaurants, I remember watching a few matches in bars during the 2010 WC.

I've just been reading about the groups in the LBGTQ sphere and their fears, not something I ever thought about before in reality but I definitely recognize that this will be a huge issue and can't see them repealing the laws but they are seeking assurances to this. Another interesting side story in this WC development full of controversy, while I really enjoyed my time there I don't think they should have been awarded the games and my thoughts are it will be rally badly attended. Our youngest has spent two years trying to plead the case for us going back and watching games, we definitely wont be going though.

Rowls wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 2:01 pm

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Redbeard wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 2:18 pm

I went early this morning as usual, Kate.

Though why you want to know, I can't imagine.

dougcollins wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 8:37 pm

How many times though?

Vintage Claret wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 9:09 pm

Won't be going but will be watching it on TV.

I'm assuming the games will be played morning or evening in Qatar due to the heat?

If so will be odd viewing times in the UK as Qatar time is a few hours ahead.

bobinho wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 8:55 pm

It's absolutely obscene that the tournament was awarded to them. Absolutely bent. Surely there can't be an individual anywhere on the planet who thinks that it was awarded honestly, and in the best interests of the game?

I wouldn't go if the tickets were free. Can't imagine that anyone who isn't actively involved in the whole shitshow would want to go and support it...

Vintage Claret wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 9:09 pm

Won't be going but will be watching it on TV.

I'm assuming the games will be played morning or evening in Qatar due to the heat?

If so will be odd viewing times in the UK as Qatar time is a few hours ahead.

Wile E Coyote wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 11:51 pm

after the appalling scenes of industrial littering , and rampaging drunken mobs storming Wembley causing mayhem at the euros, its hardly appropriate to pour scorn on Qatar .
We have a vile culture of vindictive, tribalism and violence. We are known for our inability to eradicate racism.
Why on earth would english football fans be expected to regard Qatar as a tournament to avoid based on human interest or human rights?
We require millions of pounds of taxpayers hard earned cash to pay for policing every season due to fans being incapable of attending matches without resorting to attacking rivals.
if the day ever dawns when the UK has rid itself of the moronic **** that follow football, then maybe it might be possible to criticise another country. Until then, let the games commence.

Caballo wrote: ↑

Fri Apr 01, 2022 8:40 am

You're right! Compared to slavery and human trafficking on an industrial scale, imprisonment for being a rape victim, a gender pay gap of 50%, no workers rights and the death penalty for same sex intercourse we really are a bunch of two hats.

Marney&Mee wrote: ↑

Thu Mar 31, 2022 10:00 pm

It’s not that hot there in December. Dry heat as well so no real humidity. For those going, best bet is stay in Dubai and fly in (50min flight I recall)

Pearcey wrote: ↑

Fri Apr 01, 2022 9:05 am

During the night it is the most humid place I’ve ever experienced. Can’t remember if I’ve been at that time of year though. We were back and forth whilst in the RAF to a base near Doha.