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From date palm oases to desert dunes, Al Ain's tourism activities are as diverse as its landscapes. AFP
Why Al Ain is the UAE's travel destination to watch in 2025

If Abu Dhabi is jazz and Dubai rock 'n' roll, the Garden City is the classical music of the emirates, says tourism chief

TravelOctober 15, 2024
Reggio Calabria is one of Skyscanner's top trending destinations for 2025. Photo: Antonino Trimboli / Unsplash
Travel UnpackedTrending destinations for 2025 and Halloween fun in the UK

The National rounds up the most interesting tourism news you might have missed

TravelOctober 14, 2024
Take a short break this December and choose from the winter sun, snow-covered slopes or a dose of history. Photo: Colin Anderson Productions
Where to travel for National Day: Destinations within five hours

Whether you want winter climes or a shot of culture, plan for the coming long weekend with a break to one of these exciting escapes

TravelOctober 01, 2024
Modern-day pilgrims are traversing ancient trails and nature treks around the world. Photo: Untamed Borders
Modern-day pilgrimages to walk around the world

Tourists of any or no faith are being inspired by historic routes that encourage slow travel and an immersion in nature

TravelSeptember 27, 2024
Bab Al Nojoum offers glamping, overwater villas and a private beach, and is an excellent post-Coldplay concert base. Photo: Bab Al Nojoum
Best hotels to stay in for Coldplay's Abu Dhabi concert

Some accommodation options have already sold out ahead of the January gigs

TravelSeptember 25, 2024
The Swiftie Shangri-La is a three-bedroom Taylor Swift-themed Airbnb listed in Nashville. Photo: Airbnb
Taylor Swift mania in US and walkie-talkies ban on Lebanon flights

The National rounds up the most interesting tourism news you might have missed

TravelSeptember 23, 2024
Saudi Arabia's tallest volcano Jebel Abyad last erupted around the seventh century. Photo: Visit Saudi
Offbeat Saudi Arabia: Volcanoes, stargazing and cave diving

National Day holidays offer plenty of time to explore beautiful landscapes and unique experiences

TravelSeptember 20, 2024
Atlantis The Royal has 795 rooms and suites, 17 restaurants, 17 boutiques and 90 swimming pools. Photo: Dany Eid
World's 50 Best Hotels: Atlantis The Royal breaks top 10

The Lana, a Dorchester Collection hotel and Six Senses Zighy Bay in Oman also make the list

TravelSeptember 17, 2024
Bali could soon ban new hotels, villas and nightclubs to prevent overtourism. Raissa Lara Lutolf / Unsplash
Travel Unpacked: Etihad to fly A380s to Paris and Ajman thrives

The National rounds up the most interesting tourism news you might have missed

TravelSeptember 16, 2024
Despite being a major city and the birthplace of the American Revolution, Boston manages to retain small-town vibes. Photo: Kyle Klein / Meet Boston
Spilling the tea on Boston, where the spirit of America runs deep

As birthplace of the American Revolution, the capital of Massachusetts is an intoxicating fusion of past and present

TravelSeptember 12, 2024
Wizz Air is launching low-cost flights from London Heathrow to Jeddah. Photo: EPA
Saudi Arabia tourism set for take off as more airlines get on board

After Wizz Air, Virgin Atlantic and Air India launch new flights, the kingdom's airports are now some of the most connected in the world

TravelSeptember 11, 2024
A scenic hiking trail in Hawaii has been closed after several hikers contracted norovirus. Photo: State of Hawaii
Travel Unpacked: Perilous hiking in Hawaii and Etihad's new routes

The National rounds up the most interesting tourism news you might have missed

TravelSeptember 09, 2024
Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles and models walk the runway during the Kim Shui show as part of New York Fashion Week. Getty Images
Beyond the runway at New York Fashion Week

Opening weekend of industry's flagship event has been about more than just clothes

LifestyleSeptember 08, 2024
Wizz Air's All You Can Fly scheme lets passengers fly to destinations such as the Maldives, Italy and the Middle East. Reuters
The true cost of Wizz Air’s all-you-can-fly subscription service

The budget airline's membership scheme promises a golden ticket to unlimited, year-round flights, but what's the catch?

TravelSeptember 04, 2024
An Emirates A380 superjumbo soars over Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg. Photo: Emirates
Emirates adds daily A380 flights to Johannesburg

The National rounds up the most interesting tourism news you might have missed

TravelSeptember 02, 2024
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