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Post Report of the Day

Doha, Qatar

What is your housing like? What are typical housing sizes, locations, and commute times for expatriates?

Villas: families with kids or pets get a villa in a compound typically. We love the compound we live in (there are several). The kids can run free with friends, school bus pick up is...

What is the air quality like at post (good/moderate/bad)? Are there seasonal air quality issues? Does the air quality have an impact on health?

Terrible. Lots of air purifiers but it affects everyone differently. We still love it enough to extend.