I'm going to this! However, it's already seeming like it's not very well managed and it's going to be super expensive.
- Getting tickets for the games through FIFA was a pain.
- The Hayya card isn't as easy to apply for and get as they say.
- Flying there and back is hyper-expensive.
- Stay options are very limited. And it is super expensive to even get a decent place. This is one thing I am still struggling to sort out.
- Alcohol will not be easily available. There are strict rules AND ramifications on public intoxication (don't mean to drink and run riot but there are even rules about where you can drink and take public transport after etc. etc. - As in Metro and buses on gameday).
- Alcohol where available (fan parks) is very expensive. And I get it's the WC so probably prices will be inflated to help the local economy but buying alcohol has something called a "sin tax" in the region and that makes it even more expensive.
- At stadiums during games, alcohol isn't available unless you buy hospitality passes and those prices are out of reach for most people.
If anyone reading this is in the region or going, can I reach out for help on things to do, places to stay, etc.? Thanks!