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from dynamic fine dining spots from powerhouse female chefs to playful ramen joints and Cannes-born hotspots

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Shangri-La Jeddah cuts a striking figure on the Jeddah Corniche, with oceanic interiors, ocean views and luxurious facilities

Jeddah’s hotel scene has never offered so much, thanks to a new wave of designer hotels and boutique boltholes

The authentic, cultural, design-led and stand-out hotel openings that are making the Near+Far team excited

Where neon-lit theatricality meets melt-in-your-mouth Asian delights, orchestrated by service as dazzling as the decor

A Japanese-meets-Alpine ski-in ski-out hideaway with subterranean spa and prime piste-side location that epitomises stealth wealth

The UAE emirate is emerging as a cool and cultural staycation and vacation spot

North of Dubai and stretching across the UAE, Sharjah offers a wide range of fantastic beaches – from cool clubs to buzzy public sands

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