Yas Island is definitely one of the most exciting parts of visiting Abu Dhabi for families – as well as thrill-seeking junkies and general theme park lovers – we know there are plenty of big…

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When planning any trip, we try to visit a place where its climate is at its best! Because let’s be honest, whether you’re there to explore or simply relax, nobody wants to set foot in…

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, known to many as KSA, is an extremely conservative country with a strict dress code despite recent changes to the law. If you plan to visit or move there with…

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Putting some truth and context behind the world’s most misunderstood region for travellers This article was written prior to the current Iran War and the Middle East situation since 28 February 2026. Please check with…

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Are you planning a flight with Qatar Airways but weighing up whether it’s worth doing a Doha stopover? It could all come down to how many hours you have to spare, and the season you…

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Qatar is a small peninsula in the heart of the Arabian Gulf (Persian Gulf). It’s connected by land to Saudi Arabia and is close to the Tropic of Cancer. Qatar experiences a desert climate with…

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What are the most important things you should really know before taking a baby or young child to Dubai? Our Editor, Keri, has been a UAE resident for over a decade, raising her 3 kids…

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Are you planning a visit to Israel, one of the easiest ways of getting around as a family is to hire a car. If you are planning a road trip across Israel, let us tell…

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Want to visit several cities in the UAE but not sure how to get around? The two most popular cities for visitors are Dubai and Abu Dhabi – but is it possible to visit both…

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The beauty of planning a visit to Oman is that it’s truly a year-round destination. With its unique and varied geography, there is almost always some part of the country experiencing amazing weather for tourists…

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Kuwait is a small, oil-rich country nestled northeast of the Persian Gulf. With an arid desert climate, the country can experience extremely hot weather in the summer and cool, inviting winters. You can read our…

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Unlike many other parts of the Middle East, Jordan experiences four distinct seasons, and has many sub-climates that visitors need to be aware of when planning a trip to Jordan. On this page we will…

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Includes 20+ toddler-approved activities in Dubai + Free things to do with toddlers Ever questioned whether you should visit Dubai with a toddler? We will state it outright, Dubai is a complete toddler’s paradise! There…

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For many families, the Middle East has become a popular travel destination. It’s known for its warm hospitality, vibrant culture, historical landmarks, gorgeous landscape, and many tourist attractions. Whether planning a theme park trip to…

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International travel can be stressful, especially with children on board, whether by ship, plane, or land. It gets even trickier when your child has to fly to a specific destination with another family or responsible…

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Understanding cultural etiquette and how best to dress for the weather and attractions when visiting Oman can be tricky. If this is your first visit to the Middle East – or to a Muslim country…

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The Oasis City of Al Ain is the UAE’s historical centre and an easy day trip or weekender from the big cities of Dubai and Abu Dubai. You can read more about all the fabulous…

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Israel is an extremely diverse country, home to both orthodox and secular Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Knowing how to dress in this vibrant and trendy yet traditionally distinctive country can be quite daunting, so we’ve…

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Planning a trip to Doha? On your Qatar packing list, you no doubt have your phone (of course!), camera, maybe even your laptop, a hairdryer? But how do you charge all your electrical devices in…

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Is there a best time of year to visit the famous sites of Egypt or relax at one of the country’s many Red Sea resorts? In this family guide to visiting Egypt, we’ll take you…

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If you are a first-time visitor to the United Arab Emirates it can be confusing to know what advice to follow on dress code and acceptable clothing in this forward-thinking Muslim country. Dress standards for…

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Includes a free family packing list for Egypt! Egypt is known for its long hot summers and sweltering sightseeing, but don’t be caught off guard when packing, as the winters – when most tourists travel…

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Egypt is no stranger to foreign tourists with more than thirteen million people visiting in 2019. Whilst in popular resorts such as Sharm El Sheikh, you will see people wearing all sorts of skimpy outfits,…

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Living in Muscat has its perks! The beautiful buildings, the upscale shopping malls, the historical forts, the intricately designed mosques – everything grand. But, sometimes, an exotic escape awaits! How would you like to immerse…

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When I visited Jordan for the first time, two bits of travel advice stood out for me as a female traveller, ‘do not wear leggings’ and ‘do not go out with your hair wet’. As…

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Although all countries in the Middle East have lifted COVID entry restrictions, you may still want to stay up to date with safety matters in the Middle East here. Are you unsure what to do…

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If you are looking to include Musandam on an Oman road trip (which you should!), there are several options to get you there that will bring with them completely different experiences and costs. There are…

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Looking at spending a weekend in Musandam, or breaking up a trip to Dubai with a short break in the mountains? Here’s exactly how to get to one of the world’s most dramatic beauty spots,…

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The United Arab Emirates is in the heart of the Middle East, along the Arabian Gulf.  Sitting near the Tropic of Cancer, the country has a desert climate with sunshine almost year-round. This basically leads…

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An increasingly popular tourist and resort destination in the UAE is the northern Emirate of Ras al Khaimah – known locally as RAK.  RAK does have its own small international airport but it is reserved…

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“Baksheesh” or gratuities were an area we found a little confusing on visiting Egypt so here we lay out for you some of the rates that we paid on our trip in early 2019 to…

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Oman has long held a claim to fame as one of the Middle East’s best-kept secrets!  The secret might be slightly out of the bag, but the experience has still not been spoilt by any…

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One thing that is certainly not clear in the Middle East is what type of power points to expect and voltage for powering up your much-needed devices!   There are no standards across the region, and…

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