Category: Middle East
The most-viewed tourist destination on TikTok
By Paul Johnson on Jul 30, 2022 in Europe, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
Dubai is the most-viewed destination on TikTok with views for videos featuring the hashtag #Dubai totalling over 81.8 billion. 
Luxury yacht charter holidays along Turkey's mesmerising Turquoise Coast
By Trina Howes on Jul 24, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey
Surround yourself with familiar comforts as you head off in search of the exotic on a summer adventure to Turkey aboard a luxury yacht. 
11 epic hotel swimming pools to escape the heat
By Paul Johnson on Jun 19, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Florida, Hotels, Illinois, Jordan, Leisure Travel, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Serbia and Montenegro, Seychelles, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, USA, Vietnam, Worldwide
IHG Hotels & Resorts have shared with us 11 of their coolest pools that will have you pulling out your swimsuits and packing your bags. 
New luxury hotel opens in Doha in time for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
European-born brand, Le Méridien Hotels and Resorts, has today debuted its first Qatar hotel as Le Royal Méridien Doha welcomes its first guests.
Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) becomes part of the Accor portfolio
By Paul Johnson on May 23, 2022 in Accommodation, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates
Queen Elizabeth 2 is to become a landmark property for the MGallery brand from Accor, and for Dubai overall. 
New ultra-luxury yacht club set to compete with Monaco and the Caribbean
By Paul Johnson on May 23, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Saudi Arabia, Speciality Travel
AMAALA, the ultra-luxury development located along Saudi Arabia’s north-western coast, has revealed its iconic design for the new Triple Bay Yacht Club, set to compete with Monaco and the Caribbean. 
The best stands at this year's Arabian Travel Market in Dubai
By Paul Johnson on May 12, 2022 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Events, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
I was honoured to be on the judging panel for the best stands at this year's Arabian Travel Market where the SAUDIA stand was crowned as winner of the Best Stand Design. 
Tomorrowland to open magical desert destination Terra Solis in Dubai
By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2022 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
Tomorrowland, one of the most iconic music festivals in the world, is set to open Terra Solis, a brand-new unique desert destination in Dubai. 
SAUDIA launch brand new in-flight entertainment system
By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2022 in Air Travel, Middle East, Regions, Saudi Arabia, Speciality Travel
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) has officially revealed its brand-new in-flight entertainment (IFE) system, Beyond, during Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, which started today, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The new IFE system will further transform SAUDIA’s onboard experience with over 5,000 hours of HD content, including, but not limited to, Western and Eastern films and 
Is Etihad Airways leading the way in terms of sustainable aviation?
By Paul Johnson on Apr 20, 2022 in Air Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, is undertaking a week of intensive research to reduce carbon emissions. 
Uncover the beauty of Turkey by yacht
By Nicholas Dean on Apr 16, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey
Turkey is an exceptional destination for a yacht charter, filled with character and beauty. 
Suite of the week: Sultan Suite, Ciragan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul, Turkey
By Paul Johnson on Apr 11, 2022 in Accommodation, Featured, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Suite of the Week, Turkey
One of the largest and most expensive suites in the world, the Sultan Suite is a one-of-a-kind accommodation where visitors can feel the soul of a historical palace that Ottoman sultans once called home. 
Where to stay for every match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - the definitive guide
By Paul Johnson on Apr 02, 2022 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Middle East, Qatar, Regions, Travel Miscellany
This year's FIFA World Cup in Qatar will run from Monday, 21 November until Sunday, 18 December and, with the Final Draw now made, maybe you are thinking of attending some of the games... 
Jawaher Tent returns to Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait for Ramadan
By Paul Johnson on Mar 28, 2022 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Hotels, Kuwait, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany
Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya will feature the popular Jawaher Tent offering seating for up to 600 guests as well as two Majlis areas housing six separate spaces, as well as three sections of elevated VIP seating. The hotel's Al Bidaa Ballroom which will be transformed into a beautiful Ramadan dining destination that embodies the holy month's most cherished traditions. 
Meaningful luxury family holidays for the Summer of 2022
By Christopher Hill on Mar 01, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Family Travel, Hotels, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Worldwide, Zambia
Amidst a global pandemic and regional war, life is difficult for many, and my heart goes out to those directly affected. It may seem strange to think about a holiday in this context, but sometimes, we need to get away from the stress and recharge to emerge stronger. A luxury family holiday that includes a 
