Condé Nast Traveller Middle East
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The best of the Middle East: everything our editors have loved this year
From the best new hotels and restaurants to the people who make this region what it is, here is our guide to the best of the Middle East in 2024
By CNT Editors
News & Advice
As flights resume to Beirut, families in Lebanon can finally reunite for Christmas
‘The difference between the bombs last month and the festive spirit this month is incredible’ says designer Samer Alameen as he returns from Milan
By Maghie Ghali
Food & Drink
The Best Places to Eat in 2025
Dig into pan-African tasting menus in Rwanda, and sea-to-table Japanese fusion in Lima
By Arati Menon and Megan Spurrell
Food & Drink
The festive Dubai restaurants with the best Christmas decorations
From giant bows to enchanted cabins, these are the most Christmassy restaurants in Dubai
By Sophie Prideaux
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How designer Christmas trees became the ultimate status symbol for hotels
From Tracy Emin at The Connaught to John Galliano at Claridge's, we take a look at the creative collaborations brightening up luxury hotel lobbies
By Noo Saro-Wiwa
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The best new hotels in the world: 2024 Hot List
The best openings of the past year span the globe, from Argentina to Zimbabwe to Nepal
By CNT Editors
Culture
News & Advice
The one-of-a-kind Islamic Civilisation Museum in Sharjah will change how you see history
Explore the rich heritage and treasures of the past at the Islamic Civilisation Museum in Sharjah, where centuries of history and culture come to life
By Jack Cooper
Destinations
The secret football stadium hidden amongst Venice's canals
Until now, Venezia F.C's match days were mainly enjoyed by locals, but a recent promotion to Italy's Serie A league is about to change that
By John Brunton
Destinations
Making the most of a weekend in Galle
From fort rampart walks at sunset to meeting local artisans, here’s how to make the most of a stay in Sri Lanka's historic city
By Lydia Swinscoe
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Where to eat, stay and play in Rabat, Morocco's understated coastal capital
By Nicola Chilton
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Tbilisi’s sole surviving mosque is a fascinating slice of Georgian history
By Katy Gillett
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Moon-focused wellness retreats
From night bathing to lunar yoga, some of the best resorts for harnessing the power of the silvery celestial body
By Sarah Siese
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Tracing steps by the Bosphorus
Lale Arikoglu tracks down her heritage in Istanbul, a beguiling city being reshaped by a new generation
By Lale Arikoglu
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10 unwritten rules to know before visiting Sydney
Even in laidback Sydney, there’s a proper way to act, drink, and dress. Here’s a handy-dandy guide
By Chloe Sachdev
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Where to shop in Venice
The Venetian stores upholding the city's rich craft heritage, from Murano Glassware to Burano fine linens
By Skye McAlpine
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Travelling through Oman from plate to plate
To better understand her Zanzibari and Omani heritage, Dina Macki, savours the sultanate’s complex, colourful cuisine
By Dina Macki
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Ask a Local: photographer Abdulaziz Albalawi's guide to Saudi Arabia’s AlUla
Born and raised in the ancient town, the artist travelled to Canada before the desert called him home
By Nicola Chilton
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Staying at new Madagascan resort Tsara Komba
Off the northwestern coast of Madagascar, Nicola Chilton convenes with nature
By Nicola Chilton
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Where was ‘Black Doves’ filmed? A look at the key filming locations used in the new Netflix hit
From fancy houses in South London to some of the capital's most iconic attractions
By James Medd
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The Ayurvedic cleanse that's moved out of India and into Europe
Authentic versions of the Ayurvedic panchakarma cleanse are spreading from their Indian roots and rolling out on European soil
By CNT Editors
Destinations
24 best things to do in Dubai this weekend: 27 - 29 December, 2024
Condé Nast Traveller Middle East's edit of the best things to do in Dubai this weekend includes a new beach club and cafe
By Natascha Hawke and Sophie Prideaux
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Where is hot in Europe in February? 7 dazzling spots that sizzle
These are the best places across the continent to soak up the sun in February, from historic islands to wild stretches of southern Spanish coastline
By Connor Sturges
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Following China's ancient Tea Horse Road trading route
Tracing a tangle of millennium-old trading routes between southern China and Tibet
By Chris Schalkx
Food & Drink
Top chefs share the favourite spices that inspire their dishes
Chefs from across the globe talk about their hero ingredient – and how it enhances their cooking
By Samantha Wood
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18 best Christmas markets in London for 2024
We round up the finest festive markets across the capital
By Olivia Morelli and Connor Sturges
Inspiration
The modern-day voyages that trace the ancient Spice Route
From Sri Lanka to Venice, these itineraries trace stretches of the world's ancient spice routes
By CNT Editors
Food & Drink
How the Arab world influenced Sicily's famous desserts
The Italian island’s distinct desserts are laden with Arab influences
By Ruba Rahim
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An 8-day cycling adventure from Tokyo to Kyoto
Rather than rushing across japan by train, as most visitors do, explore the country’s remote corners on a cycling trip
By Tom Vanderbilt
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The world's most luxurious tented camps
These luxury tented camps break down barriers, both physical and metaphorical
By CNT Editors
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On Morocco's wild coastline, La Fiermontina Ocean hotel is building bridges
La Fiermontina Ocean is an immersion in Morocco’s wild landscapes, rich culture and nuanced history
By Paula Hardy
Destinations
Why Kyrgyzstan should be on your winter bucket list
Untouched landscapes, snow-capped peaks, ancient dwellings, and nomadic traditions that defy the modern world — the appeal of Kyrgyzstan is only heightened as the mercury drops
By Samia Qaiyum





