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

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The Italian team during practice ahead of the Emirates Dubai SailGP race. 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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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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Dubai's oldest JBR hotel reopens with a new look

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Panama's haunted prison island, visit if you dare

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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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