But for some reason, beer is okay. Go figure...
Fans traveling to watch the global soccer championship have been warned not to bring a number of items that are reportedly banned in Qatar, the site of 2022’s World Cup. Those caught with any one of the verboten items could face prison time, according to an official memo. “Importing drugs, alcohol, pornography, pork products and religious books and material into Qatar is illegal,” reads the UK Foreign Travel Advice government website. Beer, it is noted, will be served at designated locations, including inside stadiums during games, but prohibited elsewhere.
“Swearing and making rude gestures are considered obscene acts and offenders can be jailed and/or deported,” the site continues. “Take particular care when dealing with the police and other officials.”
The site goes on to list several cautions for visitors, such as
refraining from public displays of intimacy, and it offers
advice on how to dress according to Islamic code.
- Thanks to the New York Post for the heads-up...
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