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Wynn, Four Seasons, Nobu: Ras Al Khaimah Is Doubling Its Hotel Rooms
With a Wynn resort, a private jet terminal, and a wave of luxury hotels on the way, the emirate is no longer just a weekend escape from Dubai.
SkiftMay 8
Wyndham to Launch Vienna House and Dolce Branded Residences in Ras Al Khaimah: Exclusive
Wyndham’s Al Marjan Island bet is less about the Wynn effect and more about proving midscale branded residences have been a missed opportunity all along.
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- Vienna House ResidencesHotel
- Dolce ResidencesHotel
SkiftMay 6
Dubai Hotel Occupancy to Plummet to 10% in Q2 — Moody’s
It's a grim forecast for Dubai’s hotels as missiles return to the Emirate.
SkiftApr 23
Dubai's Metro Expansion Will Link Hotels and a Mega-Airport
Dubai’s metro expansion won’t just move passengers — it will redraw the city’s hotel map, easing travel for visitors and hospitality staff alike.
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- Jumeirah Golf EstatesTrain stationIn 2021, it was rated among the top 10 lifestyle estates in the world.
- Etihad RailPlaceIt was established in June 2009 under Federal Law No.
- Gold Metro linePlace
- Al GhubaibaTrain station
Condé Nast TravelerMar 6
Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai? Here's the Latest Advice for Travelers
With the UAE's airspace currently closed, here's what global travelers need to know about visiting Dubai and the UAE.
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- Jumeirah Burj Al ArabHotelouter façade had minor fire from drone debris
- Fairmont The PalmHotelcaught fire after falling debris from interception
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)Placeoperating at 40-45% of normal flight schedule
- Al Maktoum International (DWC)AirportExplore flight information, services, facilities, and more.
- FlydubaiPlaceDubai Aviation Corporation, doing business as flydubai, is an Emirati government-owned airline based in Dubai, United…
- British AirwaysPlaceDue to the ongoing situation in the Middle East, we have made further changes to our flying schedule to provide greater…
- Singapore AirlinesPlaceDue to the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, the following Singapore Airlines (SIA) flights will be cancelled…
- KLMPlaceUpdate July 1, 12:00 PMKLM will not operate flights to Dubai, Riyadh and Dammam until and including August 23.Update…
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- EmiratesTrain station
- Qatar AirwaysPlace
- Air IndiaPlace
- Cathay PacificPlace
Condé Nast TravelerJan 19
A Guide to Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi's Art-Centric Island
Two new museums on Saadiyat Island are bolstering the emirate's bid to be a world-class cultural destination.
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- Natural History Museum Abu DhabiMuseumFirst major museum exploring history of evolution.
- Zayed National MuseumMuseumCelebrates UAE's history, culture, and natural beauty.
- Guggenheim Abu DhabiMuseumUpon completion, it is planned to be the largest of the Guggenheim museums.
- AntoniaRestaurantItalianesque trattoria serving pizza and pasta.
- Beirut Sur MerRestaurantLebanese spot known for alternative takes on classic dishes.
- NiriRestaurantQuietly serving some of the capital's best Japanese plates.
- Soul BeachSightHalf-mile strip of white sand behind the Cultural District.
- Louvre Abu DhabiMuseumExhibits 600 artifacts in 12 chapters.
- Abrahamic Family HouseSightCombines three houses of worship: church, synagogue, mosque.
- teamLab Phenomena Abu DhabiMuseumFeatures 17,000 square meters of immersive digital artworks.
- Saadiyat IslandNeighborhoodThe project is located in a large, low-lying island, 500 metres (1,600 ft) off the coast of Abu Dhabi island.
- Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and VillasHotelGrand dame of the Saadiyat hotel scene.
- MatéRestaurantArgentinian Lebanese restaurant with mouthwatering steaks.
- Beach HouseRestaurantBuzzes with music and atmosphere, serves Mediterranean-Italian menu.
- St. Regis Saadiyat Island, Abu DhabiNeighborhood376-room resort beloved for sea views and dining.
- MaziRestaurantGreek restaurant for sharing plates.
- Buddha Bar-BeachBarServes sushi with a laid-back vibe.
- SontayaRestaurantServes Southeast Asian fare in pretty floating pavilions.
- Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island ResortHotelMinimalist design ethos, determined effort at sustainability.
- Mare MareRestaurantServes Italian classics alfresco.
- Saadiyat Rotana ResortHotelCurves around a glorious palm-fringed pool.
- Nasma Beachfront BarRestaurantPull up a bean bag.
- Hamilton'sPubGastropub concept.
- Si RistoranteRestaurantContemporary Italian.
- Roof Bar @Turtle BayRestaurantEnjoys sushi with a view.
- Rixos Premium Saadiyat IslandHotelFirst all-inclusive five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi.
- Fouquet'sRestaurantFrench fine-dining outpost with lunch and dinner sittings.
- Saadiyat Cultural DistrictNeighborhood
- Saadiyat GroveNeighborhood
- Mamsha Al SaadiyatNeighborhood
Condé Nast TravelerDec 21, 2025
What to Wear in Dubai, According to Stylist Oumayma Elboumeshouli
What you need in your case for a city where a power suit and bikini go hand-in-hand.
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- D3 Design DistrictSuburbarea for meetings in Dubai
- Alserkal AvenueNeighborhoodcreative people hang out, sit in a cafe and work
- THAT Concept StorePlacehas lots of interesting labels
- SatwaNeighborhoodfor food and to discover new restaurants where locals eat
- Loewe totePlacefavorite style of tote bag for beach days
- BouguessaPlacelocal brand with modest, modern style
- AbadiaPlaceSaudi label with gorgeous abayas and kaftans
- 1309 StudioPlaceQatari brand with beautiful, modest clothing
Condé Nast TravelerDec 15, 2025
12 Best Hotels and Resorts in Africa and the Middle East, According to Our Editors
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.
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- Al Moudira HotelHotelA Moorish fever dream on Luxor ’s quieter west bank, Al Moudira offers a lush, artfully aged jumble of hand-painted…
- Raffles DohaHotelshaped like a scimitar, towers over Lusail Marina
- Mount Gahinga LodgeHoteleight bandas with papyrus roofs on Uganda-Rwanda border
- Our Habitas AlUlaHotellow-slung villas dissolving into sandstone cliffs
- The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu DhabiHotelFor a palatial stay on the white shores of Saadiyat Island, with the UAE’s most beautiful beach and Abu Dhabi’s top…
- Wilderness Bisate LodgeHotelvillas on a volcanic caldera overlooking Virunga Massif
- Bvlgari Resort DubaiHotelsecret refuge away from Dubai’s main traveler trail
- Al MoudiraHotelcupola-topped suites on Luxor’s quiet west bank
- Blue Cigar LoungeRestaurantlounge lined with 7,000 antique books
- HegraSightUNESCO-listed tombs, a 20-minute drive away
- The St. Regis Saadiyat IslandHotelgrandest of resorts on Abu Dhabi’s beautiful beach
- The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi DesertHotelescape where gazelles and Arabian oryx traverse sands
- Sterrekopje FarmHotelhealing hotel on a 124-acre farm near Star Hill
- Somalisa CampHotelsafari lodge in Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park
- SussurroHotelstone-colored property with thatched roofs on a peninsula
- Kinondo KwetuHotelbarefoot retreat on a private stretch of sand in Diani
Condé Nast TravelerDec 15, 2025
The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2026
Our editors across the globe share their favorite places to stay.
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- Al Moudira HotelHotelLuxor, EgyptOasis on Luxor's quiet west bank.
- Bvlgari Resort DubaiHotelDubai, United Arab EmiratesSecret refuge with understated luxury.
- Kinondo KwetuHotelGalu, KenyaBarefoot Indian Ocean retreat.
- Mount Gahinga LodgeHotelsouthwest Uganda, UgandaUnderstated luxury with Virunga views.
- Our Habitas AlUlaHotelAlUla, Saudi ArabiaVillas dissolve into sandstone cliffs.
- HegraSightAlUla, Saudi ArabiaUNESCO-listed tombs, 20-minute drive.
- Raffles DohaHotelLusail Marina, QatarLandmark hotel shaped like a scimitar.
- The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu DhabiHotelAbu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesGrandest luxury resort on beautiful beach.
- The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi DesertHotelRas Al Khaimah, United Arab EmiratesDreamy escape with wildlife and desert adventures.
- Somalisa CampHotelHwange National Park, ZimbabweSafari lodge in Hwange National Park.
- Sterrekopje FarmHotelWestern Cape, South AfricaThoughtful healing hotel on a farm.
- SussurroHotelMozambique Island, MozambiqueArtistry in every corner on a peninsula.
- Wilderness Bisate LodgeHotelVolcanoes National Park, RwandaLuxury conservation tourism base camp.
- Buahan, A Banyan Tree EscapeHotelTaro village, IndonesiaOriginal property with volcanic views.
- Cape WeligamaHotelSouthern Riviera, Sri LankaClifftop hotel with new beach club.
- The AtlasRestaurantSouthern Riviera, Sri LankaAll-day dining at Cape Weligama.
- TableauRestaurantSouthern Riviera, Sri LankaLive cooking experience on cliff's edge.
- The SocietyRestaurantSouthern Riviera, Sri LankaRevamped bar with inspired tipples.
- Capella SingaporeHotelSentosa Island, SingaporeHilltop haven in former barracks.
- CassiaRestaurantSentosa Island, SingaporeFine dining at Capella Singapore.
Condé Nast TravelerDec 8, 2025
How to See Old and New Dubai, According to Chef Sahar Parham Al Awadhi
Dubai is so much more than uber-luxury malls and towering hotels (though they're certainly part of it).
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- Jumeirah Burj Al ArabHotelDestination for cycling
- AbraRestaurantNew restaurant opening in early 2026
- Dubai CreekSightGenerations of merchants and traders settled around it
- SangeethaRestaurantBreakfast of dosa and vada
- Foul Abu Al AbbasRestaurantSudanese bean stew
- SharjahCaféCultural destination for art and architecture walk
- Museum of Islamic CivilizationMuseumHoused in a former market
- Sharjah Art FoundationMuseumGalleries host diverse, thought-provoking exhibitions
- Bait ElowalRestaurantCentury-old house transformed into art-filled café
- Rain RoomSightImmersive art installation
- Dubai Water CanalBarStart for cycling paths
- Kite BeachSightCycle along the beach
- Common GroundsRestaurantCafé for coffee and shakes
- FeelsFast foodHealthy bowls and juices
- JulithRestaurantCoffee fix in Al Quoz
- Gérard CaféRestaurantNostalgic institution serving creamy cappuccino
- MirzamCaféMakes beautiful chocolate
- TamasheePlaceContemporary versions of traditional Gulf sandals
- Dubai MallSightThe mall is part of Downtown Dubai and is located adjacent to the Burj Khalifa.
- Bur DubaiNeighborhoodSlower, calmer pace founded on merchants and traders
- Etihad MuseumMuseumRestaurant Abra opening in 2026
- NuwaPlaceSells Arabic coffee and dates
- Mira FarmsPlaceSells saffron and dried fruits
- Burj Al ArabHotelFormer employer of the chef
- Sri KrishnaRestaurantGo-to for Indian sweets
- Al Omani Sweet FactoryPlace
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Condé Nast TravelerNov 6, 2025
The 15 Best Hotels in Abu Dhabi
Classic Arabian hospitality and striking views are never too far away in the UAE capital.
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- Qasr al Sarab Desert Resort by AnantaraHotelcommissioned by the royal family, built in 2007
- The Edition Abu DhabiHotelSet the scene for us.
- Jumeirah at Saadiyat IslandHotelDriving up the welcome ramp to Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort almost feels though you're about to board a luxury…
- Rosewood Abu DhabiHotelglass building on edge of Al Maryah Island
- The St. Regis Abu DhabiHoteltowering landmark connected to beach club
- W Abu Dhabi Yas IslandHotelbuilt directly above a Formula 1 circuit
- Qasr Al SarabHotelReminiscent of a Bedouin village, the resort sits among the rolling dunes of the world's largest uninterrupted sand…
- Oak RoomRestaurantMichelin-rated, serves steak and sides
- Library BarRestaurantserves experimental cocktails
- ErthHotelreimagined from former Armed Forces Officers Club
- Al RimalRestaurantall-day dining, Emirati traditions
- BeetzaRestaurantserves Neapolitan fare
- Erth Qasr Al HosnRestaurantfirst Emirati restaurant awarded Michelin star
- Ergon Deli & CaféRestaurantinspiration from the Aegean, serves Greek dishes
- Mare MareRestaurantbeachside Italian with fresh pasta and seafood
- Jumeirah Saadiyat IslandHotelall-glass lobby with Arabian Gulf views
- TeanRestaurantLevantine grilled meats
- OffsideRestaurantcasual pub grub
- WhiteRestaurantall-day dining
- Dai Pai DongRestaurantCantonese restaurant, consistently busy
- La CavaRestaurantSpanish-inspired, candlelit wine bar
- Crystal LoungeRestaurantafternoon tea
- St. Regis BarRestaurantexpertly made Bloody Mary
- Villa ToscanaRestaurantItalian food
- CatchRestaurantseafood restaurant
- GarageRestaurantmulti-kitchen dining space
- Brooklyn Chop HouseRestaurantdelivers steaks and Asian-inspired dishes
- Erth Abu Dhabi HotelHotel
- Abu Dhabi EditionHotel
- Ergon Deli & CaféRestaurant
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The New York TimesOct 28, 2025
Beyond Dubai’s Glitter, the UAE Coast Offers a Glimpse of Life Before Oil
The smaller, less visited parts of the United Arab Emirates offer a window into the past of a country whose riches once came largely from pearls.
Condé Nast TravelerOct 27, 2025
29 Best Restaurants in Dubai, From Kebab Counters to Late-Night Lounges
Dubai's best restaurants are as diverse as the city itself, from elevated Italian fare to omakase concepts.
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- GerbouRestaurantDubai's first fine dining Emirati restaurant
- ManāoRestaurantThai-inspired restaurant with an 11-course tasting menu
- Sufret MaryamRestaurantLevantine staples elevated with chef's touch
- Mythos Kouzina and GrillRestaurantauthentic Greek taverna with unfussy cuisine
- Fusion CevicheRestauranthomegrown Peruvian gem with a no-frills vibe
- La Petite MaisonRestaurantFrench-Mediterranean restaurant known for consistency
- BussolaRestaurantOG Italian restaurant with refined food and ambiance
- Mare by BussolaPlacechic pool club adjacent to Bussola
- The GuildRestauranthuge DIFC dining room with multiple concepts
- Estiatorio MilosRestaurantrefined Greek seafood with a sought-after terrace view
- Row on 45Restauranttwo Michelin stars, 17-course tasting experience
- Soul KitchenRestaurantLevantine/Latin hybrid restaurant and communal hub
- NiniveBarmodern, elevated Middle Eastern cuisine
- Trèsind StudioRestaurantbest Indian restaurant, three Michelin stars
Condé Nast TravelerOct 5, 2025
11 Best Affordable Hotels in Dubai
It might be known for its ultra-luxury mega-resorts, but there are plenty of affordable accommodations to be found across the city.
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- Jumeirah Burj Al ArabHotelFor a bucket-list stay in one of the world’s most recognizable hotels.
- MirzamCafélocal chocolatier café
- Dubai MallSightThe mall is part of Downtown Dubai and is located adjacent to the Burj Khalifa.
- Burj KhalifaAttractionDesigned by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, it is the world's tallest structure, with a total height of 829.8 m and a roof…
- Ain DubaiAttractionworld’s biggest Ferris wheel on Bluewaters Island
- Dubai Marina MallMarketIt is named for its close proximity to Dubai Marina.
- Mall of EmiratesMarketThe Mall of the Emirates offers a wide selection of shopping and dining options and unique indoor skiing & cinema…
- Ibn Battuta MallMarketopened in 2005, it contains more than 300 stores.
- JBR neighborhoodNeighborhoodpedestrian-friendly area
- Al Seef Heritage Hotel, DeiraHotelon edge of Dubai Creek in Al Seef district
- Canopy by Hilton Dubai, Al SeefHotelfriendly spot with rooftop pool
- Sol Sky BarRestaurantspot for sundowners and creek views
- SkafosRestaurantserves mezze, pasta, and grills on Dubai Creek
- ShabestanRestaurantserving Persian cuisine since 1984
- SumibiyaRestaurantserves yakiniku barbecue
- Fish MarketMarketseafood with panoramas over the creek
- Al FahidiTrain stationThis quaint neighborhood offers a glimpse into what Dubai was like before the Emirates were formed in 1971.
- Jumeirah Marsa Al ArabHotelDiscover the final piece of our nautical trilogy at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab.
- NaifSuburbIt is a commercial and residential locality.
- Rove, Dubai MarinaHotelin Dubai Marina, near beach and shopping
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira CreekHotelDubai’s oldest five-star hotel
- Zabeel House, The GreensHotelconvenient for most places in the city
- Social CompanyRestaurantfor coffee, laptops, or after-work drinks
- Lah LahRestaurantgood spot for Pan-Asian bites and drinks
- KinoyaRestaurantcelebrated homegrown ramen joint
- Jumeirah Zabeel SarayHotelhotel on The Palm
- Shada Hotel Jumeirah GardenHotelboutique hotel with art from Arabian Peninsula
- 25hours Hotel One CentralHotelTo experience the most un-Dubai hotel of Dubai hotels : edgy (not glossy), design-forward (not traditionally…
- Mama ShelterHotelA playful and unpretentious take on contemporary hospitality, Mama Shelter Dubai brings the brand's vibrant,…
- JA Hatta Fort HotelHotelOne of the oldest hotels in the country, JA Hatta Fort is an oasis in the desert.
- RoveHotel
- Bluewaters IslandAttraction
- ChaptersPlace
- Radisson BluHotel
- Naif soukMarket
- Deira soukMarket
- Al SeefNeighborhood
- Zabeel HouseHotel
- DeiraNeighborhood
Condé Nast TravelerSep 12, 2025
8 Stunning Desert Resorts in the UAE
Among the dramatic dunes of the UAE's sprawling deserts, private pool villas, protected wildlife areas, and unbeaten tranquility await.
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- Terra Solis, DubaiHotelDubai's newest glamping experience
- MesaTrain stationrestaurant at Terra Solis, inspired by 'Tastes of the World'
- Al Wathba, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu DhabiHotelrising from the desert like a mirage
- Saray SpaPlaceresort's spa
- Telal Resort Al Ain, Abu DhabiHotelboutique hotel set on former nomadic Bedouin stomping grounds
- The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, Ras Al KhaimahHotelvillas dotted through the protected Al Wadi Nature Reserve
- Mysk Al Faya Retreat, SharjahHoteltransformed plot of abandoned buildings
- Al MahaSuburbnamed after the UAE's national animal
- Dubai Desert Conservation ReserveNature reserveAl Maha is located an hour outside Dubai in it
- Al DiwaanRestaurantmain resort area home to this all-day dining restaurant
- Timeless SpaPlaceoffers signature treatments
- Bab Al ShamsHotelDubai's longest-running desert resort
- Al HadheerahRestaurantoriginal Middle Eastern restaurant, spruced up
- ZalaRestaurantall-day dining restaurant dishes up plates
- Qasr Al SarabHotelReminiscent of a Bedouin village, the resort sits among the rolling dunes of the world's largest uninterrupted sand…
- Star Wars: The Force AwakensPlacemovie fans may recognize vistas from it
- DunePlacecast of the Oscar-winning hit stayed here
- TomorrowlandFestivalsame people behind world-famous electronic dance festival
- Al Wathba Wetland ReserveNature reserveresort is close to it
- Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by AnantaraHotelkingdom-like fortress emerged from the Rub Al Khali desert
- Rub Al Khali desertPlaceQasr Al Sarab emerged from it
- Remah DesertPlacehotel is tucked within the peaks of it
- Al Wadi Nature ReserveNature reservemore than 100 villas dotted through it
- Wadi Khadeja valleyPlacevillas perfect for spotting wildlife patrolling it
- The RainforestPlacehydrothermal suite at the Ritz-Carlton
- Mleiha desertPlacesurrounding area holds important archaeological discoveries
- The Rainforest hydrothermal suitePlace
- AnarchitectPlace
- Al WathbaSuburb