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The wild mountains of Southwest Mauritius hide the island's best-kept secrets
Beyond the beaches, volcanic peaks, farm lodges and tumbling waterfalls await
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21 best things to do in Dubai this weekend: 17 – 19 July 2026
Condé Nast Traveller Middle East's edit of the best things to do in Dubai this weekend, from the 2026 FIFA World Cup final to fun indoor activities
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These 8 Dubai beach clubs are closing for the summer (and beyond)
Here’s everything you need to know – including their reopening dates
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What's new in the Indian Ocean for 2026? The hotels, villas and spas shaking things up in the Maldives, Seychelles and beyond
The latest happenings in the Maldives, Seychelles, Madagascar and Mauritius
Where to go in Indonesia (that isn't Bali)
Bali is just one of Indonesia's 17,000 islands. That just gives you 16,999 more reasons to visit
Inside the summer 2026 issue of Condé Nast Traveller Middle East
Head of editorial content Selina Denman presents some of the magazine's highlights
The best places to live in the world in 2026, according to the Global Liveability Index
This year's top 10 ranking is spread across Australia, Japan, Scandinavia, and beyond. Here's the full list
How UAE citizens can legally spend more than 6 months in Europe using the ‘Schengen shuffle’ – no residency visa required
Travel journalist Shellie Bailey-Shah plans on using the so-called Schengen shuffle to spend the next two years in Europe with her husband. Here's how to do it
30 of the absolute best restaurants in Sri Lanka
From local favourites and slick new hotspots to homegrown eateries championing the country’s most exciting produce, these are the top spots on the island
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Meet the antique dealers keeping Middle Eastern history alive at Sharjah’s Souk Al Arsa
In the UAE’s oldest marketplace, shop owners have been selling prized pieces for decades
Food & Drink
The best Middle Eastern cookbooks to add to your kitchen shelf
Cookbooks today are as much armchair travel guides as educations in history, culture and diverse cooking and eating practices around the world
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The best exhibitions to see in the UAE this month: July 2026
The best exhibitions to catch around the UAE this month, from works that explore artists' visions of the UAE to a showcase exploring connection, identity and belonging
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: Cairo
DestinationsThe 22 best restaurants in Cairo
Flavourful street food, Egyptian classics and Nile river views are waiting to be discovered
Food & DrinkThe 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
DestinationsThe best hotels in Cairo
Amid the colourful, chaotic sprawl of modern Cairo, find refuge in these top-class properties- Destinations
17 of the best things to do in Cairo
Our list of must-sees when navigating Egypt's culturally rich capital - Destinations
How to make the most of visiting the Great Pyramids of Giza
From tipping, timings and the most accessible entry points, here's how to get the most out of a visit to Cairo's best-loved pyramids
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News & Advice
Dubai and Middle East flight disruption: airlines extend route suspensions as US-Iran tensions intensify
With flight schedules and route networks being regularly updated, here's the latest news for passengers facing Dubai and Middle East flight disruption
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Unpacking with Tom Holland: a lads' trip to Portugal for his 30th birthday
The Odyssey star celebrated in Lisbon with family, friends, and lots and lots of non-alcoholic beer
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From Dubai to London, what the city you live in says about your skin and how you age
Each destination has its own science – and its own strategy – for dealing with skin as it changes. Here's the best tricks and tips from our favourite cities
News & Advice
Where will the next FIFA World Cup be held? Why the 2030 tournament will make history
The 2030 tournament will take place between six countries – and three continents
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What the Traveller editors are loving this July, from under-the-radar spots abroad to essential travel skincare
What the editors are eating, doing and buying at the moment
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Where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final in Dubai: fan zones, pubs and the best family spots
From tented fan zones to a fine-dining experience surrounded by screens, this is where to be to enjoy the last match
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Where to eat, stay and chase sunsets in Mykonos, according to jeweller Cecily Morris
An insider's guide to the best beaches, coffee shops and places to escape the crowds on the Greek island
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Sailing the Mallorcan coast onboard the legendary Maltese Falcon, Jumeirah's new private-charter superyacht
Now part of the Jumeirah Privé collection, the pioneering yacht is offering bespoke week-long itineraries throughout the Mediterranean this summer
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Ask a local: artist Vhils offers an insider's guide to Lisbon
Peeling back the Portuguese capital's many layers
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Why Hunza G swimwear is having a heyday – 40 years after its launch
From that Pretty Woman dress to a new collaboration with Burberry, Hunza G's Original Crinkle is firmly back in the zeitgeist
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7 unique ways to explore Greece in Odysseus' footsteps
From Costa Navarino’s guided philosophy walks to Ithaca history tours and Homer-inspired sailing trips, seven unique Odyssey-themed ways to explore Greece
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This Elie Saab-designed private jet might be the most stylish plane in the world
The Lebanese designer has applied his haute couture aesthetic to the world's most advanced business jet
News & Advice
Europe warns airlines against flying through Gulf airspace as US-Iran tensions escalate
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is advising airlines to avoid flying through the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait until 29 July
News & Advice
Is it safe to travel to Dubai right now? What travellers need to know about visiting the UAE
As tensions between the US and Iran flare once more, here are the latest updates for travellers visiting Dubai right now
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UK updates UAE travel advice amid renewed regional tensions
British travellers can continue to visit Dubai and Abu Dhabi, but have been urged to remain alert
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Wildfires in Europe: where are the wildfires across France, Spain and Greece?
Which countries experience the most wildfires, and what can travellers expect from the scorching summer 2026 season?
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This is the best time of day to fly with kids to avoid jet lag
A pharmacist breaks down the optimal time to take off by age group
News & Advice
AlUla’s upcoming Valley of the Arts comes to life on stage
With Wadi AlFann set to open in 2028, one of the landmark art destination’s first major artistic commissions is touring the US
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The best hotels in Dubai for 2026
The true standouts among the city of superlatives' infinite options
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The best lounges at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport
Whether you're flying domestic or heading abroad, here’s where to recharge and relax before boarding
