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Dubai's Jumeirah Burj Al Arab has closed for restoration
After more than 25 years, Dubai's most iconic hotel has closed for 18 months of restoration work. We sat down with the man leading the design
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UAE passport is now the second strongest in the world, a new record ranking
Once ranked at number 62 on the list, the UAE passport has continued its historic climb to become one of the world's most powerful passports
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Dubai and Middle East flight disruption: the latest airline updates as US and Iran agree temporary ceasefire
With flight schedules and route networks being updated daily, here's the latest news for passengers facing Dubai and Middle East flight disruption
Destinations
Great UAE Day Trips: Hatta
The ultimate handbook for exploring Hatta in a day, including which roads to take and what activities to do
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Emirates issues updates on Dubai flights – here's what passengers need to know
Emirates' latest updates on flights to, from and via Dubai, including a new date-change policy for passengers planning to book
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Inspiration
Solo travel in the Middle East
A collection of first-hand accounts of what it means to travel alone through the Middle East
Culture
Destinations
The 11 best museum gift shops in the Middle East
Forget the dreaded exit through the gift shop — these museum boutiques are filled with carefully curated objects, thoughtful souvenirs and design-led keepsakes
Destinations
A first look inside Abu Dhabi's Zayed National Museum
The opening of another highly anticipated museum brings Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Cultural District one step closer to completion
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A first look inside the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
The latest museum opening in Saadiyat Cultural District reminds visitors that planet Earth is a place of wonder
Great UAE Day Trips
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Great UAE Day Trips: Mleiha and the Sharjah desert
The route journeys through Ghost Village, Fossil Rock and Al Buhais Geological Park - Destinations
Great UAE Day Trips: Al Ain
The ancient oasis town is a calm, quiet place that moves at its own gentle rhythm - Destinations
Great UAE Day Trips: inland Fujairah
Away from Fujairah's beautiful beaches, take a drive into the emirate's mountains to explore historic villages and attractions - Destinations
Great UAE Day Trips: Khor Fakkan
While it may feel like a lowkey place these days, Khor Fakkan was fought over by several different powers in the 16th and 17th centuries - Inspiration
19 of the most beautiful places to see in the UAE
From mangrove forests and desert dunes to colourful mosques, the UAE has more to offer than flashy skylines
Destination spotlight: Muscat
DestinationsThe best hotels in Muscat
The capital of Oman has a clutch of world-class hotels, including some impressive new additions
Food & DrinkThe 15 best restaurants in Muscat
From sweeping rooftop terraces, to carefully curated brunches, karak stops and new twists on classic, spice-rich local flavours, the Omani capital's dining scene is thriving- Destinations
The 15 best things to do in Muscat
From forts to museums and palaces, here are the top sights to see on a weekend break in the laid-back Omani capital - Destinations
The best time to visit Oman
Oman is one of the few Gulf nations to have year-round appeal 
DestinationsThe best street-food restaurants in Muscat
These are the best spots to seek out in the Omani capital – don't expect any frills, just good, authentic food- Destinations
The 13 most beautiful places in Oman
From majestic mountain landscapes to picturesque villages, the sultanate is blessed with both natural and man-made wonders
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Inspiration
17 incredible-but-true facts about Dubai's Burj Al Arab
From the amount of 24-carat gold found in the property to how its iconic design came to be
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Dubai International Airport has officially been named the world's busiest for international passengers – again
With 95.2 million people flying into its terminals, DXB has retained the top spot for the 12th year in a row
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17 best things to do in Dubai this weekend: 17 – 19 April 2026
Condé Nast Traveller Middle East's edit of the best things to do in Dubai this weekend, from horseback riding to a viral dessert pop-up
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Why do flight attendants sit on their hands?
This unusual position is part of the cabin crew’s safety training
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The world's most powerful passports in 2026
There's been a shift in the world's most powerful passports for 2026. Here are the countries at the top of the latest passport power rankings
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When will Kuwait's airspace open?
Everything we know about Kuwait International Airport's reopening date, according to local authorities
Destinations
Saudi singer-songwriter Hajaj's guide to London
The musician on his favourite shawarma joints, listening rooms and hotel stays in the UK capital
Inspiration
9 places around the world where the sun never sets (or rises)
Above the Arctic Circle and below the Antarctic, the sun can stay high through the night or fail to rise at all. Here’s where to experience these rare extremes
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What it’s like to travel under Europe’s new entry system: chaos, stranded passengers and fainting in Milan
Some 122 easyJet passengers were stranded in Milan after a flight to Manchester left without them
Destinations
The 20 best things to do in Almaty
From foodie havens to museums and markets, find out why Kazakhstan's largest city is perfect for a short break
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MSC Cruises has cancelled all its Middle East routes until 2027
The Swiss global cruise liner will replace its regional itineraries with Caribbean routes
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British Airways just made a major change to its Middle East flight offering
The airline is cutting flights from London Heathrow to this popular destination, in the wake of the Iran-US war
Inspiration
The oldest souks in the Gulf
These local marketplaces are a reminder of the region's long-standing links to the rest of the world through its trading routes
Food & Drink
The best cafes and coffee shops in Cairo
From historic meeting places to tranquil garden hideouts, these are the best cafes to seek out in Cairo
News & Advice
A new Schengen entry-exit system begins today – here's what it means for travellers
A guide to the Entry/Exit System (EES) for travellers heading to Schengen countries
Destinations
10 best hotels in Vietnam, the land of jade lagoons, secret coves and the mighty Mekong River
Our edit of first-hand reviews outline exactly what makes these Vietnamese propeties special
News & Advice
The golden rules of packing
I've been a travel editor for nearly a decade – these are my go-to tips
News & Advice
Middle East airspace closures: the latest updates during the temporary US-Iran ceasefire
Here's everything you need to know about airspace closures across the Middle East as a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran is agreed
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Bahrain reopens airspace amid temporary ceasefire agreement between US and Iran
National carrier, Gulf Air, will now gradually resume its flight schedule to and from the kingdom
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Is it safe to travel to Dubai right now? The latest advice and updates for travellers
As daily life slowly resumes in Dubai and a temporary ceasefire has been agreed, here's what travellers need to know about safety and visiting the city right now
