- General Overview
- Dubai is a city in UAE, Qatar is an independent nation
- Both located along Gulf of Persia coast
- Both have major international airports and airlines
- Dubai Features
- 620 sq mi city with 3.5 million population
- Famous for Burj Khalifa and world's largest mall
- Modern architecture and efficient public transport
- Urban accommodation with luxury hotels
- Qatar Features
- 4,471 sq mi region with 2.8 million population
- Home to world's largest petroleum and gas reserves
- Doha capital with extensive public transport system
- Luxury hotels and desert camping options
- Activities and Costs
- Dubai offers world-class shopping and entertainment
- Qatar better for outdoor activities and beaches
- Dubai slightly more expensive than Qatar
- Daily food costs $45-50 in Dubai, $20-20 in Qatar
- Travel Considerations
- Dubai better for weekend visits
- Qatar better for week-long stays
- Flight between cities takes 1 hour, costs $180-500
- Both destinations accessible by car or short flight