With a new tourist ambassador known for his reliable right foot, Qatar is embracing all things football as it prepares to host the Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022 in just over 12 weeks. David Beckham is the face of Qatar Tourism’s latest travel advertisement, in which he interacts with pearl divers, visit historic spice markets, and investigates Doha’s art scene. Let’s check out more about his 48 hours in Qatar.
David Beckham Learns About the Culture of Qatar
During his 48-hour, action-packed trip to the Gulf state, the English football player interacts with local celebrities. First, Saad Ismail Al Jassim, one of Qatar’s last remaining pearl divers, teaches him more about the nation’s customs. Then, he and Mexican chef Aquiles Chavez prepare some tacos with Qatari flavours.
Additionally, Beckham visits Khor Al Adaid’s nearby desert to see expert falcon trainers in action and eats a traditional Qatari dinner beside a campfire. Then, with the help of Qatari motorcycle champion Saeed Al Sulaiti, he picks up the pace with a tour of The Pearl Qatar on a motorcycle. Beckham joins Qatari player Noora Nasser for a kickabout game at Katara Amphitheatre. They discuss women’s soccer and the Fifa World Cup.kDavid Beckham Spends 48 Hours In Qatar And Tries All The Adventure Activities
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FIFA World Cup 2022 Attracting Many Visitors From Around The Globe
The initiative is a component of Qatar’s aim to welcome over six million tourists annually by 2030. The advertising promotes Qatar as a stopover location and a weekend vacation spot for GCC citizens. Additionally, Qatar Airways’ in-flight entertainment systems will host the film.
The nation is preparing for a surge in tourists as reservations for flights to Qatar from the Middle East have increased by 4,000% before the Fifa World Cup.
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