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History + Culture
5 Tips for Traveling in a Muslim-Majority Country During Ramadan
Daily life slows down a bit, but traveling to a Muslim country during Ramadan allows you to be charitable, meet gracious locals, and taste some seriously good food.
March 11, 2024 12:27 PM
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Brooke Vaughan
Food + Drink
From Palm Dates to Cardamom, a Beginner’s Guide to Saudi Cuisine
Influenced by centuries as the center of the spice trade, the flavors of this Arabian country are as diverse as the land itself.
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History + Culture
What It’s Like to Break the Fast for Ramadan in Countries Around the World
For cookbook author Anissa Helou, traveling during the month of Ramadan offers a surprising entrée into Muslim culture–and hour upon hour of joyful feasting.
March 29, 2019 05:23 PM
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Anissa Helou
Travel Tips + Etiquette
What to Know Before Visiting Saudi Arabia
Now that the kingdom is welcoming international travelers, here’s everything you need to know before planning a trip to Saudi Arabia.
January 18, 2023 11:30 AM
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Sarah Khan
Fall 2022
Old Trade Routes, Ancient Ruins, Afternoon Tea: Biking the Jordan Trail
Along Jordan’s ancient trade route, two cyclists encounter archaeological relics, forested parks, and a generous invite to lunch.
October 3, 2022 03:52 PM
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Andrew Findlay
Tips + News
Saudi Arabia Bans Foreign Pilgrims Over Coronavirus Outbreak
Authorities also suspended entry to travelers from nations affected by the new virus who hold tourist visas for the kingdom.
February 27, 2020 01:03 PM
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Jon Gambrell
Hotels
Stunning Blue Waters Is Not What You’d Expect From This Up-and-Coming Destination
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.
August 8, 2024 11:34 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Cities We Love
Falling in Love With Türkiye Again on a Weeklong Trip
Our AFAR cofounder reconnects with a beloved city and discovers what’s new and notable from Istanbul to Cappadocia.
April 20, 2023 12:01 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Food + Drink
Meet the Israeli Chef Cooking Up Coexistence
In the walled city of Akko, 70 miles north of Tel Aviv, chef Uri “Buri” Jeremias invites both diners and cooks, Arabs and Jews, to open their minds while they expand their palates.
January 24, 2020 02:20 PM
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Sara Lieberman
Festivals + Events
Why Millions of People Around the World Are Celebrating Tonight
This evening’s sunset marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid al-Fitr.
July 5, 2016 07:01 PM
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Kyana Moghadam
Tips + News
Beirut Images Show Shattered, Dust-Covered City in Aftermath of Blast
An explosion that rocked Lebanon’s capital on Tuesday was the most destructive in the country’s history.
August 5, 2020 06:13 PM
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Bassem Mroue
Cities We Love
On the Water in Istanbul, Where Two Continents Meet
The Bosphorus has always defined Istanbul. Now the villages that line its European and Asian shores are injecting a new spirit into the city.
December 9, 2019 12:42 PM
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Anya von Bremzen
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The World’s Fastest Growing Tourism Destination: Why Tajikistan Should Be on Your Radar
Central Asia’s smallest nation has seen a rapid increase in travelers over the past few years. Here’s how (and why) to plan your first trip.
February 4, 2020 08:30 PM
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Brandon Presser
Food + Drink
16 Delicious Pastries From Around the World
Eat your way around the world, one flaky, chewy pastry at a time.
December 10, 2020 02:05 PM
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Dana Brindle
History + Culture
This Istanbul Shop Is the Last to Make a Turkish Breakfast Staple the Traditional Way
Kaymak, a rich buttery cream, is often eaten at breakfast time. But Istanbul is down to just one dairy shop that produces it traditionally, with their own fresh water buffalo milk.
February 28, 2019 01:48 PM
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Melanie Haiken
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