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My Middle East: Egypt’s beachy bohemian guest house with photographer, Asran Mohamed

The photographer and content creator shares an ‘unforgettable’ guest house, sitting on Egypt’s Red Sea coast

26 March 2025

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My Middle East: Wadi Rum Jordan, by Julia Caira

A love letter to Jordan’s world-famous Valley of the Moon, told by photographer Julia Caira

5 November 2024

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My Middle East: The best Oman with Max Muench

An Oman travel guide, told by photographer, creative strategist and long-time Oman lover, Max Muench

4 November 2024

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My Middle East: Sir Bani Yas Island, by Natalie Chaban

A love letter to Abu Dhabi’s stunning natural island of Sir Bani Yas, home to roaming African animals and a luxury safari lodge – lovingly told by local photographer Natalie Chaban

1 November 2024

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My Middle East: A moment of peace in Dubai, with Odette Campbell

One of Dubai’s most beautiful and romantic hotels and destinations, through the eyes of photographer and model, Odette Campbell

30 October 2024

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A Tale of Two Trips: A luxurious journey through Sri Lanka’s south coast

Sri Lanka’s south coast is a beguiling mix of historic towns and laid-back surfing spots, and one elite hotel brand manages to offer the best of both in one magical combined escape

29 October 2024

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My Middle East: Baghdad, told by Ahmad Al-Dabagh

A travel guide, and love letter, to Baghdad – the city of One Thousand and One Nights and Iraq’s resilient cultural capital

25 October 2024

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Step Inside Dubai’s Slickest Business Address: ICD Brookfield Place’s Luxurious New Sky Suites

Capping the region’s premier lifestyle and business address tower in style, ICD Brookfield Place’s Sky Suites are redefining the ability to work, play and live well

25 October 2024

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The Arts Club London Hotel Review: (Perhaps) London’s Smallest, Most Exclusive, Hotel

Home to 16 pieds-à-terre above its famous Club, the Arts Club London doubles as (perhaps) London’s chicest, most exclusive small hotel…

24 October 2024

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24 hours at Dubai’s coolest hotel: 25hours Hotel One Central

A 24-hour day isn’t enough to explore Dubai’s coolest hotel, 25hours Hotel One Central, where a soulful community-driven space fizzes with energy, fusing culture, dining and world-class wellness in one…

24 October 2024

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My Middle East: Beit Douma Lebanon, told by Elie Obeid

A charming guest house set in one of Lebanon’s most beautiful villages and capturing the essence of traditional charm

21 October 2024