00:01Eu sou Lili Douse e esse é Grand Voyager.
00:05Com minha base em Qatar, eu viajo o mundo para descobrir incrível lugares
00:10filled com cultura, luxúria e aventura.
00:13Along o caminho, eu me encontrei as pessoas,
00:16taste as flavors e experimento o momento que faz cada destino unforgettable.
00:30I'm in Qatar, a nation known for its striking architecture,
00:34world-class museums and proud heritage.
00:37It's a place of natural beauty,
00:39from its stunning coastline to its vast desert landscapes.
00:43Salaam and welcome to Qatar.
00:46In this episode, I'll be discovering the people, traditions and experiences
00:51that make this country so unique.
00:54There's so much to see right on my doorstep and I can't wait to explore more.
00:59Doha is the city I call home,
01:02from its centuries-old markets to its modern neighborhoods.
01:06It's a place shaped by history and change.
01:09Walking through the capital, you really notice the beautiful buildings
01:14and the heritage-inspired details.
01:16It's a modern city, but one that hasn't lost its roots.
01:20A balance you feel as you move through it.
01:23One of my favorite places to explore reflects the country's seafaring past.
01:27This is the Mina District, a pastel-colored area set along Doha's historic port.
01:33Once part of the city's docks, it's now a creative space filled with murals, walkways and hidden corners.
01:40Everything feels thoughtfully designed, from the layout and architecture to the stairs and viewpoints.
01:46Everything in the Mina District feels bright and calm.
01:49The colors, the sea, the cafes, truly brings this place to life.
01:54You can see why it's one of the most picturesque places in Doha.
02:02The Mina District is home to more than 100 shops, over 50 cafes and a traditional seafood market.
02:09It's a place where you can explore the harbor or stop for a quick treat with a view of the water.
02:15It's a great example of how the city is reimagining its historic spaces.
02:20Doha is full of places like this, where the past and present come together.
02:25Right in the center of Doha is Souq Waqif, one of the city's historic markets.
02:32With its narrow alleyways, traditional buildings and cafes, Souq Waqif is the perfect place to wander around and get a real feel for the city.
02:41Welcome to Souq Waqif. We're going to smell, we're going to see, we're going to explore and enjoy some culture.
02:46Sounds like we have a lot to do. Let's go.
02:48Khalifa Al Haroun is a Qatari entrepreneur who's helping shape the creative scene here.
02:53He's giving me a tour of some of the market's key spots.
02:59This area is the Sadu market.
03:02And it's a place where you're going to find rugs, you'll find pillows.
03:05But you need to really pay attention to the details because it's more than just color.
03:09So you'll see lots of different patterns that are geometric and they have different meanings to them,
03:14such as the zigzagging patterns over there that represent the dunes.
03:18And then an open diamond would represent the stars.
03:21And if you saw two connected diamonds, that represents the sea and water.
03:26Souq Waqif is a place to explore, with something happening around every corner.
03:31As we walk through the market, the sounds, smells and people really bring this place to life.
03:37So I just wanted to welcome you to the spice market, a place that has great smells, amazing aromas.
03:45And then, of course, it's where we buy all the ingredients for amazing food and also for medicinal reasons.
03:49The spice market is packed with items like black lemons, often called a secret ingredient in Qatari cooking.
03:56From spices and souvenirs to clothes and kitchenware, every part of Souq has its own character.
04:03And the deeper you go, the more there is to discover.
04:07Just nearby is the Falcon Souq, a place where falcon owners come to buy, train and care for their birds.
04:14Welcome to the Falcon Souq.
04:16This over here is a beautiful example of a white falcon and they're super important to us.
04:21They're our hunter friends.
04:23They're the ones back in the day that would help us to capture our food and we would share our meals with them.
04:28Falcons remain an important part of the country's heritage.
04:32Holding a falcon is a special experience.
04:35It's easy to see why they are so highly valued here.
04:38It's a fitting way to end our time exploring this traditional market.
04:44Just an hour south of Dhar is Sea Line Beach.
04:48One of the few places in the world where the desert meets the ocean.
04:52People come here to explore the dunes and drive along the sand.
04:56Close by is the Inland Sea, a UNESCO recognized nature reserve.
05:02Hidden within this remote landscape is a luxury desert retreat.
05:06The Outpost Al Barari is inspired by Qatar's nomadic past, offering dessert camping with modern comfort.
05:13It's a place to disconnect from city life and reconnect with nature.
05:18Walking in here, it genuinely feels like another world.
05:21You're surrounded by desert, nothing but dunes in every direction.
05:26The resort features 21 private villas, each designed to feel calm and spacious.
05:32The interiors are simple and elegant, with soft fabrics, earthy tones and materials that reflect the desert's colours.
05:41Each villa opens onto its own outdoor terrace, complete with a private swimming pool, perfect for relaxing among the dunes.
05:49Everything is designed to feel calm and simple. The colours, the textures, it all fits with the desert landscape.
05:58One of the best parts of any luxury retreat is always the breakfast.
06:02And here it's a mix of Arabic and international flavours.
06:06In the resort's signature restaurant, you will get a generous spread of dishes that are perfect for sharing.
06:12It's a great way to start the day before heading out for a desert adventure.
06:17Spanning around 1,800 square kilometres, this desert is vast, and it's easy to lose your sense of scale out here.
06:28To explore it properly, I'm joining Bassam from Discover Qatar for a desert driving experience.
06:35Driving through the desert is a completely different way to experience this landscape.
06:40It's a bumpy ride, but that's all part of the fun.
06:44The shape of the dunes, it's really nice.
06:47Most of the people come here to do a picnic and do fishing, swim, drive in the buggy, ride the camel.
06:59It's a really amazing, nice place.
07:02As we drive deeper into the desert, we come across a beautiful inland water area, and Bassam and I stop to take in the views.
07:10Here, this is the place, it's very nice to store for a picture.
07:15It's really nice because the water is coming from underground.
07:20And all the Qatari people, they love to come here.
07:23It's a really nice place to do safari.
07:27This natural water area shows how varied this desert landscape really is.
07:32It's peaceful and incredibly still, a perfect place to pause before continuing deeper into the desert.
07:39After a fantastic safari drive, I end my experience with lunch in the desert.
07:44A table is set among the dunes, with traditional Arabic seating and a spread of local dishes, including grilled meat, hummus and salad.
07:55It's a simple setup, but it feels really special.
07:58And the views across the desert are simply breathtaking.
08:03Next, I'm meeting one of Qatar's most experienced air sports pilots.
08:08Today, Reem is at the club's desert camp, preparing for a flight that will take us out over the dunes.
08:15I'm very excited for today, my first time on a gyrocopter.
08:20I bet you're going to be amazed by how this thing works and how this thing works.
08:25It will be different than any flying experience you've ever had.
08:33From up here, everything feels different.
08:36The desert stretches out in every direction, and the sense of scale is incredible.
08:43Flying with Reem, I feel completely at ease.
08:46Her calm approach and confidence in the air make the experience feel safe and relaxed.
08:52As the sun begins to set, it's time to head back to base.
08:55Seeing the desert from the air is something I won't forget.
09:00Thank you so much.
09:01Yeah, it's my pleasure.
09:02The best time.
09:03You're always welcome to come back.
09:04I will.
09:05I dare anyone else.
09:06Thank you.
09:07Thank you, thank you.
09:10Just outside the city is a very different side of Qatar.
09:13This is Torba Farm, a lush green space in the middle of the desert.
09:18Torba Farm is one of Qatar's most unique hidden gems.
09:22It's a place for organic farming, local produce and sustainable living all come together.
09:29I've come here to explore this magical space.
09:32There are also animals that call the farm home.
09:35Visitors can get clothes and even help with feeding.
09:38Friendly and curious, they're surprisingly gentle and relaxed.
09:43Inside the farm's greenhouses, produce is grown by the staff for the on-site restaurant.
09:50Visitors like me can also get hands-on, and today I'm picking some vegetables myself.
09:56There are even chicken coops where you can collect fresh eggs.
09:59The food you collect can be taken straight to the restaurant's kitchen, creating a true farm-to-table experience.
10:08Muhammad Ali Al-Khattah is the driving force behind the farm, and I meet him just as the farm's lights come on.
10:15We are currently in the edible garden.
10:18Across every part of this road, we see diverse plants, aromatic plants, medicinal plants, and ornamental plants.
10:28And we've built the lights in a way where they're subdued, they're part of the language of the landscape, and not intrusive to the eye.
10:37Muhammad's passion for the farm is clear.
10:40As we walk through the gardens, Muhammad shares more of his vision, and explains how the plants are able to thrive with minimal irrigation.
10:49Back on the paths, soft lighting guides the way.
10:52Muhammad then leads me to the farm's experimental lab, where flowers and plants are turned into essential oils and natural remedies.
11:00Over here, we have one of the most rare, endangered plants native to the north of Qatar, called Bulusaria crispa.
11:09In the lab, the focus is on transforming what's grown here into a wide range of products.
11:15It's a process that blends traditional knowledge with experimentation.
11:20After a fascinating tour of the farm, Muhammad and I sit down together to taste some of the vegetables I picked earlier.
11:27I love pumpkin soup, and this is definitely the best pumpkin soup I've ever had.
11:32The food reflects everything I've seen here.
11:35Thoughtful, carefully prepared, and deeply connected to this place.
11:40What an incredible way to end my experience here in Qatar, my home base.
11:47From flying over sand dunes to experiencing homegrown cuisine, I couldn't think of a better way to explore.
11:53But now, time for my next adventure.
11:55Time for my next adventure.
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