Mama In Transit

The thing about having one foot somewhere while actually living somewhere else is that you end up in this weird in-between category. You’re not really a resident anymore, but you’re definitely more than just a tourist.

It’s a strange (but also interesting) way to experience a place you once called home.

Every time I’m back in Qatar, I get to roam around with this mix of familiarity and curiosity: going back to places I used to know, discovering all the new ones that popped up while I was away, and constantly noticing what’s changed… and what somehow stayed exactly the same. 😊

It’s a little nostalgic, a little surprising, and actually quite fun seeing Qatar through slightly different eyes each time.

So, here’s a little recap of my most recent trip!

Sorry you had to wait so long for this one 🤍
This hotel series moves slowly... not because it’s planned that way, but because life gets busy and content has to wait its turn sometimes. 😅 And why do I bother at all? For a simple reason that most hotel content you see is about flashy, expensive places... and let’s be honest, that’s not the reality for many of us (it’s definitely not mine 😉).

So instead, I share stays that make sense for a low-to-medium budget. Places that are comfortable, practical, and realistic for people who actually live here & look for places to host family & friends, those who visit often, or come to Doha for specific reasons.

Premier Inn Education City (not to be confused with Old Airport one which I haven't visited yet!) is the star of today's post.

If you’ve been waiting, thank you for your patience! Looking forward to my next visit and another hotel review! 😍

Happy New Year everyone! Onwards and upwards! 🥰

Continuing with my "hotels that won't break your budget" series!

Hampton by Hilton Doha Old Town is a budget friendly version of a brand people trust, and it didn't disappoint: modern, colorful, and full of thoughtful little touches that make a short stay feel like an actual break.

Another solid find for my series and a proof that comfort, convenience, and great service don’t have to come with a 5-star price tag. 😊 Swipe left on the slides to find out more!