Marhaba Information Guide

Summer Your Way – Katara Hospitality Summer Offers 2026

Receive 25% off across participating hotel facilities, including restaurants, cafés, spa experiences, and pool, beach & waterpark access — whether you stay with us or simply visit for the day.

Planning a getaway? Unlock additional savings on stays:
• 20% off for 1 night
• 30% off for 2 nights
• 40% off for 3 nights or more

Offer valid from 1 June to 31 August 2026. For reservations, call 800 8800 or email [email protected]

Here’s your guide to every zone and activity at Meryal Waterpark 🌊 SWIPE.

‼️ FREE ENTRY
🗓️ 1–30 June 2026
📍 Meryal Waterpark, Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North

⚠️ Guests of Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North and Meryal Waterpark ticket holders will enjoy priority access from 4 pm, while the general public can enter free of charge from 6 pm to 11 pm.

Fans of Paw Patrol and SpongeBob SquarePants, get ready for a summer splash!

The Ministry of Labour has enforced a ban on outdoor work between 10 am and 3:30 pm from 1 June to 15 September to protect workers from heat stress. The measure applies to open outdoor workplaces and inadequately ventilated shaded areas.

READ MORE ▶ https://marhaba.qa/ministry-of-labour-bans-outdoor-work-between-10-am-and-330-pm-from-1-june-to-15-september/

QatarEnergy announces the fuel prices for the month of June 2026.

The Ministry of Public Health has highlighted the importance of RSV vaccination to protect mothers and infants, particularly during pregnancy and early childhood.

Pregnant women are advised to receive the vaccine between 28 and 36 weeks to help transfer protective antibodies to their babies, reducing the risk of severe respiratory illness.

The initiative supports preventive healthcare efforts and aims to reduce complications linked to RSV, especially among high‑risk groups.

READ MORE ▶ https://marhaba.qa/moph-emphasises-rsv-vaccination-to-protect-mothers-and-infants/

Meet Omar Hamad, General Manager of W Doha Hotel & Residences, a dynamic leader with over 20 years of excellence in luxury hospitality. With a bold vision and proven track record across iconic brands, he brings innovation, elevated guest experiences, and outstanding performance to the forefront.

Marhaba was able to interview Omar about his career, his awards, and being the General Manager of W Doha.

READ MORE⁠: https://marhaba.qa/meet-the-gm-omar-hamad-of-w-doha-hotel-residences/

The United Nations has warned that global temperatures are likely to remain at or near record levels over the next five years, according to a new update by the World Meteorological Organization.

Average temperatures between 2026 and 2030 are forecast to reach up to 1.9°C above pre‑industrial levels, with a high chance of surpassing the 1.5°C threshold and increasing extreme weather events.

The report highlights ongoing concerns over rising temperatures and their long‑term environmental impact.

READ MORE ▶ https://marhaba.qa/un-forecasts-near-record-global-temperatures-over-next-five-years/

Meta has announced new paid subscription plans, ‘Plus’, for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp users worldwide.

The plans will offer features such as account customisation, enhanced reactions and story insights, aimed at supporting users, businesses and content creators.

The subscriptions will be introduced under the ‘Meta One’ brand as part of efforts to expand services beyond advertising.

READ MORE ▶ https://marhaba.qa/meta-launches-paid-plans-for-facebook-instagram-and-whatsapp/