Category: Middle East

The wealthiest cities in the world

The wealthiest cities in the world

By on May 15, 2013 in Asia, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, Japan, Mexico, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Russia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 4304 times

According to WealthInsight’s World City Millionaire Rankings Report 2013, Tokyo is home to more millionaires than any other city in the world, followed by New York and London. But interestingly, a different pattern emerges if you look at the cities with the most multi-millionaires or billionaires. Dubai, often associated with extreme wealth and opulence, only [...]

Istanbul: 5 luxury local boutiques in Galata

Istanbul: 5 luxury local boutiques in Galata

By on May 15, 2013 in Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey   - Read 1009 times

Galata is home to a number of super cool local boutiques and concept stores. This local precinct is filled with little hole-in-the-wall stores and more elaborate boutiques. One little street, Serdar-ı Ekrem, is quite possibly the most popular street in the area, and a must-see for any budding traveler in search of a truly the local [...]

Welcome to quiet luxury at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

Welcome to quiet luxury at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

By on May 14, 2013 in Accommodation, Bars, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Videos   - Read 1455 times

Welcome to quiet luxury. At JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, guest rooms, meeting rooms, event spaces including 2 ballrooms are equipped with the state-of-the-art technology. 9 restaurants, 3 bars and two lounges offer a myriad of taste sensations. Saray Spa, a world class luxury spa, offers that seamlessly blends the best of Arabic rituals and [...]

Dubai’s Palm Islands

Dubai’s Palm Islands

By on Apr 30, 2013 in Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Videos   - Read 2027 times

An awe-inspiring engineering feat, Dubai’s Palm Islands are the largest artificial islands on Earth. There are three man made islands in the form of massive palm trees connected to the beaches of Dubai. The first island was the Palm Jumeirah, the second was Jebel Ali Palm and the third was the Palm Deira which is [...]

The top 10 tallest hotels in the world

The top 10 tallest hotels in the world

By on Apr 28, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Hong Kong, Hotels, Macau, Middle East, North Korea, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Videos   - Read 4170 times

Whilst the Burj Al Arab is no longer the tallest hotel in the world (it’s now fourth), it is an iconic building of its time and the video is worth watching. It shows how during the 1990s, engineeering was really pushed to its limits in the construction of the edifice, as architects battled against intense [...]

Top 5 luxury family escapes for teenagers

Top 5 luxury family escapes for teenagers

By on Apr 26, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Cyprus, Family Travel, Featured, Hotels, Mauritius, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Arab Emirates   - Read 3382 times

Unwind and relax whilst your teens engage in activities that they are sure to be talking about long after their visit. These carefully selected hotels offer the perfect holidays to reward your children after months of revision and exams, from team beach-athons in Saint Lucia and undersea walks in Mauritius to rock-climbing and urban graffiti [...]

Extraordinary cruises part 1: cruising the Arabian Gulf

Extraordinary cruises part 1: cruising the Arabian Gulf

By on Apr 08, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bahrain, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates   - Read 2794 times

The Queen Mary II called on Abu Dhabi for the first time in March. Dubai is moving again at warp speed to entice and enthral travelers with new hotels and experiences. Other ports in the Middle East are a little iffy at this time and pirates are still trolling the Horn of Africa. So am [...]

Top 5 family adventures to enjoy in Jordan

Top 5 family adventures to enjoy in Jordan

By on Mar 30, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Family Travel, Going Out, Jordan, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Websites   - Read 2131 times

Families looking for a change of pace on their next holiday should look no further than Jordan, a destination that offers a unique combination of adventure and education. Jordan’s rich culture and heritage brings about a sense of adventure and discovery reminiscent of the great explorers and adventurers like Lawrence of Arabia, Indiana Jones and [...]

4×4 driving in the Wahiba Sands, and other adventures in Oman

4×4 driving in the Wahiba Sands, and other adventures in Oman

By on Mar 30, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Speciality Travel   - Read 1767 times

The Sultanate of Oman is a haven for adventure seekers, from rock climbing and hiking in the fjords of the Musandam Peninsula to abseiling into one of the world’s largest cave chambers, Majlis al Jinn in Selma Plateau, 100km south-east of Muscat. Just reaching the Cave opening requires strenuous physical effort, trekking through rugged mountain [...]

Unseen Picasso portrait to be unveiled by Louvre Abu Dhabi

Unseen Picasso portrait to be unveiled by Louvre Abu Dhabi

By on Mar 30, 2013 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates   - Read 2918 times

Pablo Picasso’s never before exhibited work, Portrait of a Lady is one of the art works in Louvre Abu Dhabi’s permanent collection and included in the Birth of a Museum exhibition (22nd April- 20th July 2013). Recognised as the most legendary artist of the 20th century, Picasso contributed greatly to the construction of modern art with [...]

Top 10 places in Europe to visit this Easter

Top 10 places in Europe to visit this Easter

By on Mar 16, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, Featured, France, Greece, Hotels, Italy, Middle East, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe   - Read 11956 times

Looking for inspiration on what to do or where to go this Easter? Then look no further! We’ve saved you the legwork by compiling 10 great ideas for a luxury European break during the festive season. Perhaps you’d like to experience a traditional Spanish Easter celebration or wish to find somewhere with guaranteed skiing this [...]

5 of the most lavish hotel suites in the world

5 of the most lavish hotel suites in the world

By on Mar 07, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Caribbean, China, Europe, Hong Kong, Hotels, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 8903 times

Luxury hotels the world over are renowned for their service and amenities, whether you are staying in a standard room or a suite.  But there are also those suites where you get something over and above the norm – here we look at five lavish suites offering everything from personal butlers to extensive living space [...]

10 of the world’s most unusual restaurants

10 of the world’s most unusual restaurants

By on Feb 28, 2013 in Asia, Bars, Belgium, Europe, Food and Drink, Germany, Going Out, India, Japan, Maldives, Middle East, New York, North America, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 10767 times

Travelling has its benefits, among them being able to shock people with tales of where you’ve been, what you’ve done and where you’ve eaten. There’s nothing more satisfying than making your friends and family shriek, ‘you did what?!’ Well, if it’s the shock factor you’re after, we’ve got just the thing for you; a list of 10 of the world’s most unusual restaurants. [...]

Arriving in style at Zighy Bay

Arriving in style at Zighy Bay

By on Feb 24, 2013 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Hotels, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel   - Read 4829 times

There are not many hotels and resorts where you can arrive in style by paragliding in, but Oman’s Six Senses Zighy Bay is one where you can do just that. Situated on Musandam Peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman, you fly from a height of about 450 metres up in the Hajar Mountains Here’s Zighy [...]

Our trip to the Emirates Palace… wow!

Our trip to the Emirates Palace… wow!

By on Feb 24, 2013 in Accommodation, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, United Arab Emirates   - Read 2592 times

I’ve recently had the pleasure of being given a guided tour of Abu Dhabi’s pride and joy, the fabulous Emirates Palace. Landing in Abu Dhabi and making our way from the airport, this iconic metropolis is visible from some distance. And as we were told by our guide on arrival, this is a 100% fully [...]

Top 10 places in the Middle East to take your loved one this Valentine’s

Top 10 places in the Middle East to take your loved one this Valentine’s

By on Feb 10, 2013 in Accommodation, Featured, Hotels, Middle East, Oman, Qatar, Resorts, Turkey, United Arab Emirates   - Read 6285 times

Often overlooked as a holiday destination, the Middle East is home to some of the most luxurious hotels in the world. Whether you are looking for an urban getaway to celebrate Valentine’s Day or simply wish to relax in the tranquillity of the desert, here’s a varied of selection of places to stay that’ll help [...]

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