I have an opportunity to move there for a 5-7 year project and wanted to see if anyone has ever been there. Trying to see what it's like coming from someone first hand.
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I have an opportunity to move there for a 5-7 year project and wanted to see if anyone has ever been there. Trying to see what it's like coming from someone first hand.
I spent 3 days there for an R&R back in 07. As a matter of fact I am heading there this summer for 12 months.
What do you want to know?
I haven't been to Doha, but I've spent more time than I would have cared to in Qatar. I like to describe that place as the Devil's Asshole. Ridiculously hot and ridiculously humid. I hate that place with a passion. I'm getting mad just thinking about it.
LOL - it is better than Afghanistan or Iraq :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Sharpienads
In terms of climate? I dunno, where I was in the 'Stan was actually quite comparable to CO, well except for the complete and total lack of vegetation. [Coffee]Quote:
Originally Posted by airborneranger
Then again... anywhere in that entire region pretty much sucks. I've heard Qatar is like Kuwait, and seriously, phuck Kuwait, even 3 days there was too long for me.
In terms of not getting my ass blown-up by an IED.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ronin13
Ah that is very true... and let's not forget mortar/rocket attacks while you're trying to enjoy some downtime on base. If earth was to be hit by a meteor (not a life ending apocalyptic one) I pray it strikes in that region the day after the last of our troops pull out. [Beer]Quote:
Originally Posted by airborneranger
Agreed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ronin13
[Beer]
I would whole-heartedly disagree. If I'm going to be in that part of the world, I would rather be in Iraq or Asskrackistan.Quote:
Originally Posted by airborneranger
Umm....OK.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sharpienads
I would rather drink beer :)