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

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

Discover some of the best places to travel with families, along with why you’ll want to add them to your travel plans this year.

The World Happiness Report is out with its latest country rankings. Here’s a look at the countries that topped the list—and what the world’s happiest country can teach us about how to find joy.

Bustling capitals, rugged mountains, and expansive deserts—there’s no shortage of things to do in Oman.

A history of luxury hotel ratings systems—and how the “seven-star” hotel was born.

Discover some of the best places to go in Europe for your next trip in this video by Afar.

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

The conservative kingdom has only been offering tourist visas since 2019.

Dubai’s sail-shaped Burj Al Arab and its sleek sister property, Jumeirah Al Naseem, are home to the Middle East’s first turtle rehabilitation project.

As traditional French bakeries decline in numbers, the U.N. agency aims to safeguard the long, lean loaf that dates back nearly 200 years.

Find mindfulness, sleep retreats, and much more in the Middle East.

As of the start of 2024, the $52 advance e-visa is no longer mandatory.

Go beyond the skyscrapers by venturing into these culture- and history-rich neighborhoods.

The UNESCO-listed island of Socotra faces an onslaught of sustainability challenges, from climate change to an Instagram-fueled tourism surge.