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Peter Van De Bunt invites you to experience the luxury of nature

Peter Van De Bunt, Co-founder and Managing Director of The Outpost, shares his insights into Qatar’s entrepreneurship scene and spreads awareness about the country’s powerful, close-to-nature experiences.

Peter Van De Bunt invites you to experience the luxury of nature

Meet Peter, Co-founder and Managing Director of The Outpost

I am a Qatar resident, working as a hotel investment advisor for 15 years. I studied economics and biology while holding a PHD in hotel investment. My studies and business experience played a significant role in creating The Outpost, a place where you can disconnect from the hectic city life and reconnect with nature while doing so in a luxurious environment. Qatari nature truly fascinates me as it offers countless opportunities to explore astounding landscapes all over the country.

A special mention to my business partners, Andre Seltmann, a long-term business partner of mine and shareholder and Ali I. Al Abdulghani, a Qatari national and CEO & Group President of Qatar Islamic Insurance company.

 

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Experience is the new luxury

Peter Van De Bunt invites you to experience the luxury of nature
Peter Van De Bunt Co-founder and Managing Director of The Outpost

The Outpost integrates close-to-nature experiences, sustainability and luxury hospitality into one iconic concept.

Embedded in the globally unique Inland Sea nature reserve, The Outpost Al Barari provides a one-of-a-kind luxury experience celebrating Qatar’s rich natural heritage. Surrounded by soaring sand dunes and desert wilderness, our 21 tented luxury villas with private pools provide a well-deserved break from the hectic, overworked world.

The Outpost goes beyond just being a new resort brand; it’s a concept. It’s about embracing nature and experiencing mindful travelling; it encourages visitors to disconnect from the busy city life and reconnect with nature. The Outpost aims to make a difference, to provide unique experiences. 

The art of making Arabic coffee, offering farm to table dinner, cooking masterclasses, watching movies at the beach, stargazing, organizing beach cleaning, and educational activities for kids; these are a few of the experiences we plan to offer. We aim to make a difference and pave an environmentally conscious path.

We aim to make a difference and pave an environmentally conscious path.

Peter Van De Bunt invites you to experience the luxury of nature
Peter Van De Bunt Co-founder and Managing Director of The Outpost

Opening: November 2022

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Building your own business in Qatar

I am happy and proud to say that things ran smoothly for us. We developed a very clear concept and stayed true to it from the beginning, which is always so important. At the same time, we have a trustful and competent Qatari investor who facilitated the process. It took us two years to orchestrate and finalize everything, while usually, it takes four to five years as, on average, for a similar type of business to be developed and completed. Things can definitely be bureaucratic, but I can say that it is easy overall if you follow the below: 

#1

Have a clear and convincing concept

#2

Secure funds

#3

Find the land (since we are talking about a hotel/resort)

Advice to people who aim to start their own business in Qatar

  • Clear concept

  • Deal with setbacks

  • Strong business idea

  • Thorough research

Why invest in Qatar?

The country is a haven for entrepreneurs seeking to build their businesses and make their dreams come true. Entrepreneurship in Qatar is fast growing; government entities assist the process, making it easier to manage the three pillars explained above. 

Connectivity definitely helps; the country is very well positioned. Lastly, Qatar has a natural beauty not fully explored yet and offers excellent opportunities for sustainable tourism.

  • A haven for entrepreneurs

  • Government support

  • Connectivity

  • Opportunities for sustainable tourism

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