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6 new hotels to look forward to in 2018

By Spencer Groves on Aug 19, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Bahamas, Barbados, Caribbean, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe

Interested to hear about some of the world’s best luxury hotels that are just around the corner? Here’s our guide to some of the most exciting new hotels opening across the globe in 2018. Rosewood Baha Mar, The Bahamas – Opening Spring 2018 The Rosewood Baha Mar is part of a huge redevelopment project on […]

6 art events to visit in the UAE this Summer

By Jan D'Sa on Aug 11, 2017 in Events, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

It’s sizzling hot in the UAE but let that not stop you from enjoying a pop of colour on canvas at several art exhibitions and events taking place over the summer. Several luxury hotels are hosting various artist exhibitions, many of these are running for more than two months. So, if you find yourselves in […]

Our top 5 hotel picks in Dubai

By Sangeeta Sadarangani on Jun 28, 2017 in Accommodation, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, United Arab Emirates

The annual Dubai traveler would know that every year the landscape changes. New buildings invite new hotels that change standards. Hotels that were leading the industry just three years ago have fallen behind new players. We thus make it a point to annually visit this top holiday and business destination. During our trip last week, […]

Top 10 restaurants in Turkey

By Cristina Carpio on Jun 20, 2017 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Turkey

The location of a country like Turkey can deeply affect the versatility when it comes to cooking style, flavour and presentation of food. Set right in the middle of Western Europe and Eastern Asia, separated by the Bosphorus strait, the country is connected historically with Greek, Persian, Roman and Ottaman empire influences. I found Turkish […]

11 fine dining restaurants for iftar in the UAE during Ramadan

By Jan D'Sa on Jun 17, 2017 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

The holy month of Ramadan is one of personal reflection, communal worship and giving to the less fortunate. It’s also a time when families come together to break their fast at sunset. Moreover, in the United Arab Emirates, a country where a huge population of expatriates exists, iftar has become a time when they can […]

10 must-visit celebrity chef restaurants in hotels around the world

By Spencer Groves on May 18, 2017 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Mexico, Middle East, Nevada, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, USA, Worldwide

You’ve watched them on TV, bought their cookery books, and seen gushing articles referencing Michelin stars… and now they’re drawing diners in their droves to hotels around the world. Read on for our top picks of the best famous-name hotel restaurants. Gary Rhodes’ Rhodes Twenty10 at Le Royal Méridien, Dubai Who: Gary Rhodes OBE is one […]

Dreaming of Dubai: 5 top experiences for my next trip

By Paul Johnson on May 16, 2017 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

I’ve been to Dubai a couple of times, but each trip was rather brief. Yet I had enough time to appreciate the amazing contrasts in a city where sheikhs have fulfilled their dreams, but ancient traditions live on. I spent time in the opulent Burj al Arab, filming the incredible palatial surroundings of the Royal […]

5 of the world’s most breathtaking hot air balloon flights

By Candice Bain on May 15, 2017 in Africa, Air Travel, Australia, Egypt, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Namibia, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

Driving or hiking through incredible scenery is something most of us love to do on holiday. But imagine, instead, serenely floating above spectacular landscapes for a true birds-eye view of the beauty of nature. Taking a hot air balloon flight over some of the most memorable locations on earth is something you are likely to […]

5 ways to get your creative fix in Jordan

By Tom Marchant on Apr 26, 2017 in Jordan, Middle East, Regions

A fast-evolving creative scene in Jordan is turning this county into a rare haven for artistic minds. A land where the landscapes are epic, the culture is rich, and the people welcome you with open arms means inspiration is easy to find. Add to that a swath of galleries, exhibitions and local talent filled with […]

10 family-friendly resorts with top kids’ clubs

By Spencer Groves on Apr 25, 2017 in Accommodation, Antigua and Barbuda, Asia, Barbados, Caribbean, Europe, Family Travel, Greece, Hotels, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe

As any parent knows, you’re only as happy as your least happiest child – and keeping children happy, especially away from home, can be hard work. Finding a holiday resort that makes this as easy as possible, with plenty of tyke-pleasing facilities, is the first step towards a harmonious family holiday. The option of a […]

5 incredible wedding venues in Cyprus

By Christos Hajipapas on Apr 16, 2017 in Cyprus, Honeymoons, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel

Cyprus, although well known as a beach paradise, is a destination that is so much more. From the country’s mind-blowing historical ruins and pretty mountain villages to the foodie hotspots of the capital, this place has so much to offer. But most of all, it’s a wonderful place reserved for old school romantics. Weddings don’t […]

Top 10 tips for an amazing Dubai holiday during Ramadan

By Candice Bain on Apr 04, 2017 in Events, Food and Drink, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

The Muslim holy month of Ramadan begins towards the end of May this year and it’s a fascinating and very special time to visit Dubai. While the observant will be fasting from dawn till dusk they will be feasting and in celebratory mood when night falls. Visitors are most welcome to join the fun. Dubai […]

Dubai dream yacht trips: an unforgettable, affordable experience

By Paul Johnson on Mar 28, 2017 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

Set in the exotic Arabian Gulf, surrounded by sand-dunes, Dubai is a luxurious pleasure-dome that is wonderfully obsessed with fashion and style. The sun-soaked adult playground is a constantly innovative land where soaring skyscrapers create spectacular skylines, in a city that seems to have an endless imagination when it comes to entertainment. Its futuristic appeal […]

An insider’s guide to the Dead Sea

By Christos Hajipapas on Mar 23, 2017 in Attractions, Going Out, Israel, Jordan, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel

You’ll find the Dead Sea running in-between Israel and Jordan at the lowest point on earth. It is a hypersaline lake, with a salt content of over thirty percent, meaning that no aquatic life can survive in it, hence its name. The Dead Sea has a rich history, so floating in its waters is a […]

Top 5 luxury desert escapes

By Spencer Groves on Mar 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Hotels, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

A stay in the desert is the closest most of us will get to holidaying on another planet. These resorts perfectly embody the trend for pared-back luxury, shifting the focus from overblown opulence to one of pampering and soul-soothing; favouring enriching experiences over materialism. Their remote locations, coupled with other-worldly vistas and five-star comforts make […]

7 Asian holiday destinations that will take your breath away

By Rob Stross on Mar 13, 2017 in Asia, China, Featured, India, Japan, Jordan, Malaysia, Middle East, Philippines, Regions, Thailand

Holiday tastes change with the seasons. Only a month or two ago, we couldn’t wait to hit the piste, curl up in-front of a blazing log fire, or sit in an outdoor Jacuzzi surrounded by snow. But now, as the weather starts to show signs of improvement, we’re ready for some sun. And no continent […]

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