The former Soviet republic and Silk Road stop is now a must-visit tourist destination – with beautiful mosques, boutique hotels and UNESCO sites. And it’s just a 3-hour flight from the UAE…

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Just a 45-minute speedboat from Malé, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is one of the most striking and unique resorts, and this Eid al-Fitr, is offering a unmissable package and visit from a world-famous oceanographer

From charming orangeries and antique hideaways to panoramic lounges at luxury hotels

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Small but mighty, a collection of waterfront properties offer a peaceful beachy retreat just a 30-minute drive from Dubai