doha daily 3/2/07

Hello! Last week, Thierry and I went on a tour of the new Ritz-Carlton property here, “Sharq Village and Spa.” It has more of that “Old Doha” feel – resembling the style of an old souq with cobblestone passageways and the desert architect of mortar and wood. The lobby is intimate with subdued lighting and an atrium in the center where one can take a coffee. It is slated to open this coming week. Here are some pictures:

approach to Porte Cochere, Porte Cochere and fountain

front desk(s), lobby chandelier and lobby atrium / fountain

pool rear of hotel, 2nd pool further out with view of Doha behind and airplane passing over property (the new airport is being constructed away from this area, so low flying airplanes will not be as visible - according to a friend of ours working for Siemens, the Emir has his own airport being built within the public airport)

guest rooms

spa

See you!