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There are seven swimming pools plus the beach at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Hilton

Hotel Insider: Family fun at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island

Value-for-money staycation option has a host of entertainment options for children

Why Monaco is one of Europe's best-kept winter secrets

Flights grounded at Damascus Airport as Syrian government falls

Special reportTwenty-five of the most epic trips to inspire your travels in 2025

Aleppo airport shuts and Ajman invites Scandinavian tourists

In focus

Arnold Novio’s in his home at Windsor Residence in Dubai. Ruel Pableo for The National

My Dubai Rent: Filipino event manager pays Dh48,000 for peaceful one-bedroom apartment in Dubailand

Kani Kusruti and Divya Prabha in All We Imagine As Light. Photo: Janus

The 10 best movies of 2024 from the Arab world, India and beyond

UAE were held to a 1-1 draw by Qatar in the opening Group A game in the Arabian Gulf Cup in Kuwait on Saturday, December 21, 2024. UAEFA

UAE battle back to snatch draw against Qatar

Malika director Maram Taibah, left, and producer Farah Jouni at the opening ceremony of the Red Sea International Film Festival. Getty Images

AlUla Creates nurtures next generation of female Saudi filmmakers

Historic Italian military vessel Amerigo Vespucci will dock in Abu Dhabi as part of its diplomatic world tour. Photo: Embassy of Italy in UAE / Instagram

Historic Italian training ship Amerigo Vespucci docks in Abu Dhabi

Christmas decoration in a tree at Global Village in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

Most impressive Christmas decorations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Team Hawks's Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus in action against Team Falcon during a match in the World Tennis League in Abu Dhabi, 19 December 2024. EPA

ExclusiveSabalenka determined to stay world No 1 as she steps up pre-season in UAE

Prime districts such as DIFC in Dubai have recorded a surge in Grade A occupancy levels. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Business InsightsHow the UAE's commercial property market is adapting to hybrid working

Features

Idyllic beaches of Nosy Iranja, one of several destinations to visit in Madagascar. Getty Images

Why now is the time to visit Madagascar

An island of contrasts, this Indian Ocean escape offers pioneering travellers everything from untouched beaches to exotic animals

Etihad resumes flights to Lebanon and Icehotel reopens

Amaala is one of many mega projects taking place in Saudi Arabia. Photo: Amaala

What are the ambitious mega-projects shaping Saudi Arabia's future?

Christmas attractions worth travelling for, from Germany to Denmark

Zaha Hadid Architects designed the futuristic-looking Beijing Daxing International Airport. Reuters

Airports as luxury destinations? It's an idea taking off

Abu Dhabi's Zayed International named world’s most beautiful airport

10 times Burj Al Arab helipad has stolen the show

Rovaniemi and Rome among top winter escapes for UAE travellers

Why now's the time to visit Oman for new hotels and adventures

Hotels

There are seven swimming pools plus the beach at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Hilton

Hotel Insider: Family fun at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island

Value-for-money staycation option has a host of entertainment options for children

Dubai hotels set for New Year's Eve boom as revellers make party plans early

Hotel of the weekNiyama Private Islands, Maldives

Burj Al Arab turns 25: Meet the people behind the landmark

FCC Angkor by Avani review: Charming hotel in historic Siem Reap

Hotel of the weekRoom with a view at storied Anantara Amsterdam

Shangri-La Bosphorus: Waterside views and ancient art in Istanbul

Destinations

Idyllic beaches of Nosy Iranja, one of several destinations to visit in Madagascar. Getty Images

Why now is the time to visit Madagascar

An island of contrasts, this Indian Ocean escape offers pioneering travellers everything from untouched beaches to exotic animals

Why Monaco is one of Europe's best-kept winter secrets

Crowd-free Cappadocia is a place where dreams take flight

Rovaniemi and Rome among top winter escapes for UAE travellers

Etihad announces flights to 10 new destinations

Lost in Paradise: A Palauan adventure

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

Staycations

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

From Dubai to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah to RAK, here is where to spend the night surrounded by dunes

15 of the best summer day passes in the UAE

The best UAE staycation deals for Eid Al Adha

From bed to beach in 17 steps at Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi

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