I find life for women to be very good; I've enjoyed myself in the two months that I've been in Doha. It's not New York or London (by a long shot!) but you will be happy here unless you decide that you *will not be*, if that makes sense.
Meeting new friends is fairly easy. There is a group called ExpatWoman Qatar that meets weekly for coffee and has other fun events as well. Plan to attend as soon as you can after you step off the plane :)
It seems that there is an women's organization for nearly every country (or global geographic area). I remember seeing a list of organizations on the web somewhere, but I can't remember where (sorry). If you husband will be visiting Doha before you are transferred, make sure he picks up a copy of the Marhaba book; it will give you a good idea of the organizations that are out there.
With respect to employment, you will need patience but it is possible. You may call a bazillion times before they phone you back - even if they have already extended an offer to you. I have heard of two situations in which an offer was extended and was then rescinded for no apparent reason - it's just like that here for whatever reason.
Someone else can provide you with a better idea on the shopping. I understand that it's not as good as Dubai, but it doesn't seem *too* bad.
OH - and if you happen to have small children who will accompany you send me a PM for more of the scoop on that.
Miss Anna --
I find life for women to be very good; I've enjoyed myself in the two months that I've been in Doha. It's not New York or London (by a long shot!) but you will be happy here unless you decide that you *will not be*, if that makes sense.
Meeting new friends is fairly easy. There is a group called ExpatWoman Qatar that meets weekly for coffee and has other fun events as well. Plan to attend as soon as you can after you step off the plane :)
It seems that there is an women's organization for nearly every country (or global geographic area). I remember seeing a list of organizations on the web somewhere, but I can't remember where (sorry). If you husband will be visiting Doha before you are transferred, make sure he picks up a copy of the Marhaba book; it will give you a good idea of the organizations that are out there.
With respect to employment, you will need patience but it is possible. You may call a bazillion times before they phone you back - even if they have already extended an offer to you. I have heard of two situations in which an offer was extended and was then rescinded for no apparent reason - it's just like that here for whatever reason.
Someone else can provide you with a better idea on the shopping. I understand that it's not as good as Dubai, but it doesn't seem *too* bad.
OH - and if you happen to have small children who will accompany you send me a PM for more of the scoop on that.
Cheers,
Expat Sueño