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The Red Sea region in Saudi Arabia is quickly becoming a playground for next-level hotel design.

The move is one that “signals optimism about travel to the region in 2026 and beyond,” observes Afar contributor Laura Dannen Redman, who recently traveled to the Middle East.

With dazzling views, sophisticated restaurants, and warm service, the beachside Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab brings calm luxury to a city that does everything big.

Set to launch by early 2026, the new multicountry visa was modeled after Europe’s Schengen visa system.

Six leading international wellness groups are opening hotels at Amaala on Saudi Arabia’s northwestern coast.

Along Jordan’s ancient trade route, two cyclists encounter archaeological relics, forested parks, and a generous invite to lunch.

In the Ashar Valley of AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Habitas and Banyan Tree there are different ways to be immersed in nature, be it a luxury villa or a retro Airstream.

Dubai has plenty of hotels to choose from, but these will truly connect you to the emirate and its culture.

In search of cultural understanding, one wobbly step forward at a time.

Islamic faith and history mix with pop-up food concepts and Four Seasons in the kingdom’s capital city.

Raki Phillips, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, talks about the hospitality boom in the Middle East—and the evolution of Ras Al Khaimah into a luxury travel destination.

Located in the ancient Saudi Arabian town of AlUla, Dar Tantora the House Hotel feels like a step back in time.

Community activist, organizer, and restaurateur Reem Assil on the power of investing in people.

More than 12,000 flights had been canceled throughout the Middle East since the start of a major combat operation in Iran over the weekend. Though limited flights resumed on Monday, hundreds of thousands of travelers around the world have been stranded.

With dozens of sustainability-minded luxury hotels to open in the coming year, the Red Sea Global project is poised to transform tourism in the Middle East.