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Bab Al Shams, A Rare Finds Desert Resort review: A chic new chapter begins

Dubai’s oldest desert resort – just 45 minutes from the city – has emerged from a shiny makeover, bringing the iconic property into a stylish new era. Family travel expert Maryanne Peacock reports on why it’s a must for families and staycationers

10 July 2023

Dubai, Hotel Reviews, Hotels and Resorts

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The best hotels in Riyadh for a five-star stay in the Saudi capital

The capital is raising the bar for hotel stays in the Kingdom, from gold-dipped palaces to a Parisian-style hidden Haussmann gem

10 July 2023

Riyadh, Where To Stay

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The pieces we love from Net-a-Porter’s new Cote d’Azur summer edit

The new travel edit is filled with undeniably chic pieces perfect for sun-soaked days and balmy evenings, inspired by the dazzling French Riviera

5 July 2023

Style, Culture + Wellness

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Soneva Fushi review: Maldives’ beloved boho resort championing low-key barefoot luxury

The no news, no shoes resort was one of the first in the Indian Ocean – a pioneering eco-luxe force and one of the most loved Maldives escapes

4 July 2023

Hotel Reviews, Indian Ocean

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How to travel to Saudi Arabia: Everything to know about visiting the Kingdom

The final frontier of tourism is open for business

2 July 2023

News + Tips, Saudi Arabia

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Jetsetter: Maria Tash shares her NYC tips, experimental vacation jewellery and the items she always packs when travelling

Founder of the eponymous label, piercings and jewellery guru Maria Tash shares her tips for the perfect holiday accessories and what’s always in her handbag

30 June 2023

New York, Style, Culture + Wellness

The top celebrity-favourite hotels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

From models and actresses to sports stars, here’s where the rich and famous like to holiday in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

27 June 2023

UAE, Where To Stay

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Address Beach Resort Fujairah review: An elegant escape in the mountains

Address’ second beach resort is perfect for a long weekend escape from Dubai, without scrimping on five-star facilities

27 June 2023

Fujairah, Hotel Reviews, Hotels and Resorts

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Near+Far’s summer travel tips, from affordable flights and hotels to the next big Mediterranean Riviera

Founder and editor Isabella Sullivan on adaptable summer travel, the affordable – yet stylish – way to see Italy, and Europe’s new Riviera

20 June 2023

Destinations, Inspiration

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Raffles Doha review: An all-suite Arabian palace

Arguably one of the world’s most luxurious hotels – gilded suites, custom-made mattresses, scent machines, experience showers, a medi spa and more

19 June 2023

Doha, Hotel Reviews

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13 attention-grabbing, colourful sunglasses we love for summer 2023

Statement shades for the season, from candy pink cat eye frames to 50 shade of yellow

19 June 2023

Style, Culture + Wellness

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The 6 most stylish hotels in Bahrain, from boutique to beach resorts

Arabian beach resorts, design-led boltholes nestled in the old souqs and the coolest spot for socialising and dining in the capital

13 June 2023

Bahrain, Where To Stay