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Palau's underwater scene is second-to-none, and islanders want to keep it that way. Photo: Josh Burkinshaw

Lost in Paradise: A Palauan adventure

Visitors arriving in the tiny pristine paradise must pledge to respect its environment and culture

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Memo Paris has created a fragrance called Abu Dhabi inspired by the UAE capital. Photo: Memo Paris

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A home in Barja damaged by an Israeli strike on the town. Israel did not warn civilians before launching its attack. Reuters

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England's Paul Waring (L) holds the winner's trophy after winning the final round of the DP World Championship golf tournament in Abu Dhabi on November 10, 2024. (Photo by FADEL SENNA / AFP)

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A cannon at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is fired to mark the end of a day's fasting during Ramadan. Victor Besa / The National

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Rafael Nadal, centre right, and Roger Federer with their trophies after the 2006 Dubai Tennis Championships final. Photo: Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

A Dubai classic: When Nadal beat Federer in the 2006 final

Abdulla Alsharhan developed an AI platform that accurately represents Emirati culture, attire and landmarks using 12K-resolution imagery. Photo: Andy Scott / The National

Emirati develops AI to accurately represent Arabic features

Arsenal have gone four Premier League matches without a win. EPA

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With new hotels, luxury dining and adventure travel and culture galore, now is a great time to visit Oman. Photo: Jiri LIzler

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Paro Taktsang cliffside monastery is now more accessible for UAE travellers after Drukair launched direct flights between Dubai and Paro. Photo: Aman

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The port city of Cartagena in Colombia is filled with colour, music, street food, restaurants, shops and an impressive art scene. Getty Images

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Shangri-La Bosphorus sits along the waters that divide the Asian and European sides of Instabul. Photo: Shangri-La

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Palau's underwater scene is second-to-none, and islanders want to keep it that way. Photo: Josh Burkinshaw

Lost in Paradise: A Palauan adventure

Visitors arriving in the tiny pristine paradise must pledge to respect its environment and culture

Discovering Baghdad’s time-honoured cafe culture, one sip at a time

How to travel the world one art fair at a time

Why now is the time to visit Florida’s Space Coast

Panama's haunted prison island, visit if you dare

The UAE's 26 best camping and glamping spots

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Sand Sherpa's camping trailers are equipped with a rooftop tent, outdoor sofa, firepit and bedding. Photo: Sand Sherpa

The UAE's 26 best camping and glamping spots

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15 of the best summer day passes in the UAE

The best UAE staycation deals for Eid Al Adha

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