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New-world city's old-world charm
Tucked away from the city, Deira harks back to Dubai's heritage of being an important trading port. -TNP
Land of diverse cultures
Kazakhstan is a country where nothing is definite. -ST
Romancing Iran
Iran may appear to be an ice queen with its grand architecture, but its heart and soul reside in its warm, generous people. -myp
Oman offers rich culture to attract high-end tourism
It offers interaction with the Bedouin tribe, beautiful marble mosques. -Viet Nam News/ANN
Dazzling Dubai
In this Middle East metropolis, ancient Arab tradition and 21st-century Western-style modernity come together to impressive effect. -BT
Fjords & flippers
There is not a great deal to do in Musandam, Oman, but a day or two here will draw out the oohs and ahhs from even seasoned travellers. -The Star/ANN
Paradise 50 km from the bombs
The Swiss Inn hotel, just 50km from the Israeli-Egyptian border, plays host to aid workers, Russian tourists & dream weddings. -TNP
A kaleidoscope of Cairo
A visit to the pyramids in Egypt is not complete without experiencing the Bedouin culture. -ST
More than just desert
Abu Dhabi, a city-oasis in the desert, is spending US$30 billion to lure adventure-thirsty tourists. -ST
A city of contrasts
Museums with modern technology and old-world marketplaces are found in the Omani capital. -ST
City of arts and carpets
Poets and wine, yes. But Shiraz also has fabulous architecture, gardens and carpets. -ST
Trabzon and Mushane: Tourism destination alternatives in Turkey
Cities in Turkey's Black Sea coastal area boast tourist attractions that have promising prospects. -JP
Taken with Turkey
Sure, Turkey's sights are a delight. But its people are even more delightful and will absolutely charm you. -ST
Vacation on the wild side
With so much travel advice, where do you begin? Iraq, perhaps... -The Star, ANN
Old Dubai clings to its fading heritage as new city rises
Nestled among mushrooming skyscrapers, the rabbit warren of streets dating from the 1890s is one of the few reminders left of Dubai's past. -Reuters
The Palm, his island paradise
Before The World, there was The Palm Jumeirah. Fanned out like a palm tree, it is a development that boasts luxury living. -ST
Worldly pursuits in Dubai
No doubt about it - The World in Dubai belongs to the rich and famous. This cluster of real estate is shaped like a map of Earth. -ST
No terminal madness here
Have you ever thought of a bustling airport terminal as a relaxing place? Well, Qatar Airways' new Premium Terminal begs to differ! -The Star, ANN
 
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