Doha Airport and Qatar Airways - Summer in Qatar

July and August are not surprisingly the low tourist seasons in the Gulf States, with temperatures often reaching 50 degrees celsius.

In Qatar, both Hamad International Airport and the national carrier, Qatar Airways, have been running a Summer in Qatar programme.

This includes promotions with airport retailers, as well as a free stopover / tour programme for anyone with a connection of 5+ hours.

Meanwhile the airport has set up a Heritage Zone in Concourse B. Housed in a traditional tent setting, this includes activities such as calligraphy writing and henna tattoos.

Qatar Airways meanwhile is supporting the campaign with discounts on fights to Qatar and on activities such as tours.