Following the Supreme Committee for Crisis management decision, malls in Qatar was temporarily closed as a precautionary measure until further notice. The decision to close retail outlets includes shops inside large malls and shopping centers (Gulf Times – March 23, 2020).
Due to the ongoing pandemic, people are encouraged to remain in their homes and only go out when necessary (going to work, purchase of food and medical supplies, and other emergencies). Group assemblies and meetings are also banned as a continuing effort to stop the spread of the virus. Even mosques and prayer areas are closed, encouraging the faithfuls to do their religious obligations at home.
So, I really admire how businesses can still be so resilient in times like these. I even learn more – on a practical level, on how they respond to these challenges: use of technology, out-of-the-box marketing strategies, a style of customer service that literally goes the extra mile (for home deliveries).
In Qatar, I came across some Instagram post which I thought should be made aware to as much people as possible. Our support will be very helpful to share to everyone that there exist services such as this – a VIRTUAL MALL. Personally, I was on a lookout for a leather shoes (since I was asked to report back to office) and I was curious where to get one during this time. Though i still couldn’t find one as of this writing… I saw more items that maybe of interest to many of you.
So brace yourself as the next time someone knocks your door, it wouldn’t be from your favorite food delivery services but from a shopping mall. Exciting days ahead!
Here are some of them (list may be updated regularly):
MIRQAB MALL
According to their Instagram post, “…over 30 of your favorite retailers are offering free home delivery to bring the best parts of Mirqab.”
At Mirqab Virtual Mall, you can find all your favourite shops and products. Order Food, find your next suit or piece of tech all in one place, all day every day. All you need to do is to contact the store directly, and they will deliver to you on their specified platform (directly or via delivery services).
Click this link https://mirqabmall.com/shop-online/ to shop anytime.
MALL OF QATAR
Shop from your favourite stores at Mall of Qatar with direct delivery to your doorstep.
Please note that some shops take orders by Phone/WhatsApp and/or Websites – This list will be updated regularly.
Click this link https://www.mallofqatar.com.qa/shopfromhome to shop anytime.
| LIST OF SHOPS OFFER FOR DELIVERY | |
| Shop Name | Order Via |
| Abdulsamed Qureshi | WhatsApp/Call: 5012 9577 |
| Al Alwa Oud | WhatsApp/Call: 6685 8268 |
| American Eagle | WhatsApp/Call:+965 18212 12 |
| B.YOU.T.Zone | WhatsApp/Call: 3347 3377 |
| Badie optics | WhatsApp/Call: 5578 0743 |
| Bath & Body Works | WhatsApp/Call: 3019 9005 |
| Bawadi | Whatsapp/Call: 5072 1112 |
| Beauty Gallery | WhatsApp/Call: 6655 5127 |
| BoConcept | http://www.instagram.com/boconceptqatar |
| Boots | WhatsApp/Call: 3001 0203 |
| Build A Bear | WhatsApp/Call: 3344 0991 |
| Bugatti | WhatsApp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Bvlgari | WhatsApp/Call: 3003 0771 |
| Call it Spring | http://www.6thstreet.com |
| Celebration Palace | WhatsApp/Call: 5587 8578 |
| Charles & Keith | http://www.6thstreet.com |
| Choice | http://www.dl.rivafashion.com/choice |
| Clarins | WhatsApp/Call: 7747 4691 |
| Cole Haan | WhatsApp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Crislu | WhatsApp/Call: 77135808 |
| Crocs | http://www.6thstreet.com |
| Dune London | http://www.6thstreet.com |
| ESCADA | WhatsApp/Call: 5576 2230 |
| Etam | WhatsApp/Call: 6610 7185 |
| Flormar | Whatsapp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Ghosn Al Oud | WhatsApp/Call: 6000 2245 |
| Gina | WhatsApp/Call: 5509 1457 |
| Godiva | Whatsapp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| H&M | WhatsApp/Call: 7058 2201 |
| Halla Accessories | WhatsApp/Call: 5518 2301 |
| Hamley’s | WhatsApp/Call: 7782 4979 |
| Homes R Us | WhatsApp/Call: 7048 5999 |
| Huawei | https://www.consumer.huawei.com/qa |
| Jacadi | Whatsapp/Call: 7779 0745 |
| JoMalone | WhatsApp/Call: 5550 1076 |
| K.Lynn | https://www.klynn.com/ |
| Karisma | Whatsapp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Kashkha | WhatsApp/Call: 3030 6573 |
| KENZO | WhatsApp/Call: 5039 1132 |
| La Marquise | http://www.lamarquisejewellery.com |
| L’Occitane | Whatsapp/Call: 3336 6468/3332 2874 |
| LC Wakiki | http://www.6thstreet.com |
| Lululemon | WhatsApp/Call: 6614 6512 |
| MAC | WhatsApp/Call:+965 18212 12 |
| Magrabi | WhatsApp/Call: 5539 6788 |
| Make Up For Ever | WhatsApp/Call:6681 3528 |
| Mango | WhatsApp/Call: 6610 7185 |
| Massimo Dutti | http://www.massimodutti.com/qa |
| Momento | Whatsapp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Mosafer | https://www.mosafer.com |
| Nespresso | https://www.buynespresso.com |
| Nest | Whatsapp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Nomination | WhatsApp/Call: 5016 4500 |
| Organique | WhatsApp/Call: 3390 6569 |
| Parfois | WhatsApp/Call: 6610 7185 |
| Pari Gallery | WhatsApp/Call: 3089 3501 |
| Pottery Barn | WhatsApp/Call: 3375 6886 |
| Pottery Barn & Kids | WhatsApp/Call: 3375 6886 |
| Pronovias | WhatsApp/Call: 6610 7185 |
| Qatar Optics | WhatsApp/Call: 5005 9091 |
| Riva | http://www.dl.rivafashion.com/Riva |
| Salam Stores | Whatsapp/Call: 5001 9079 |
| Samsonite | Whatsapp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Samsung | WhatsApp/Call: 3157 9577 |
| Sheikha Style | Whatsapp/Call: 7064 9000 |
| Smile Lips | WhatsApp/Call: 3345 5878 |
| Shine | WhatsApp/Call: 6610 7185 |
| Swarovski | http://www.swarovski.qa |
| Takara | Whatsapp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| The Bodyshop | WhatsApp/Call: 7034 0393 |
| The Face Shop | WhatsApp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Tory Burch | WhatsApp/Call: 6681 6195 |
| Victoria’s Secret | WhatsApp/Call: 3302 4362 |
| Virgin Megastore | WhatsApp/Call: 6697 4417 |
| Vision Express | WhatsApp/Call: +965 1821 212 |
| Voulez Vous | WhatsApp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Wasayef | WhatsApp/Call: 6655 5127 |
| WOW Saloon | WhatsApp/Call: 5567 3358 |
| Yamamay | WhatsApp/Call: 6616 5756 |
| Zara Home | http://www.zarahome.com/qa |
| Zawaya Perfumes | WhatsApp/Call: 5579 1452 |
| Zohoor AlReef | WhatsApp/Call: 5001 2333 |
| Restaurant | Order Via |
| 3 lines | www.talabat.com |
| Al Aker | www.talabat.com |
| Asha’s | www.talabat.com |
| Baskin & Robins | www.talabat.com |
| Bun Alameed | www.talabat.com |
| Jollibee | www.talabat.com |
| Krispy Kreme | www.talabat.com |
| Magic Wok | www.talabat.com |
| Magnolia Bakery | WhatsApp/Call: 5594 1232 |
| Mcdonalds | www.talabat.com |
| P F Chang’s | www.talabat.com |
| Pizza Hut | www.talabat.com |
| Reboost | www.talabat.com |
| Royal Tandor | www.talabat.com |
| Shater Abbas | WhatsApp/Call: 4401 5656 |
| Subway | http://www.talabat.com |
| The Cheesecake factory | www.talabat.com |
| Zaatar Zeit | http://www.talabat.com |
DOHA FESTIVAL CITY
During Ramadan, all retail shops in Doha Festival City are temporarily closed until further notice, with the exception of hypermarket, pharmacies, and food outlets offering takeaway service.
ACE
Weekday
(Sun to Thur) 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Weekend
(Fri to Sat) Closed
Pharmacies
Weekday
(Sun – Wed) 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Weekend
(Thur – Sat) 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Hypermarket
Weekday
(Sun – Wed) 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Weekend
(Thur – Sat) 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM
For other shops, you may contact the establishments directly via Whatsapp or click this link https://www.dohafestivalcity.com/home/shop-online for reference.
A PIECE OF ADVISE
Time will come that the government will soon reopen business establishments one after another. They will try to slowly bring back the economy into its feet after a long time of closure and massive losses in the hope to go back to its normal operations.
China is trying to restart its economy after … – CNN.com https://edition.cnn.com/2020/03/24/economy/china-economy-coronavirus/index.html
New Zealand is set to lift its toughest restrictions – CNN https://edition.cnn.com/world/live-news/coronavirus-pandemic-04-27-20-intl/h_a1fbf0be9a0242e71cc8e155261ce07b
We’ve heard news from China, New Zealand and other countries slowly returning to (new) normal. However, it is really advisable for everyone not to let our guards down. Let’s still observe safety precaution, and strictly follow government regulations.
Why the Second Wave of the 1918 Spanish Flu Was So … https://www.history.com/news/spanish-flu-second-wave-resurgence
It is not the right time to throw a party yet. Until vaccine is discovered, we could just simply stay alert, stay informed, and stay protected knowing that this virus is still around us and it can hit us really bad when we stop being cautious.
