Mixing ancient, fascinating culture and ultra-modern skyrises, the Middle East’s juxtapositions make this region a wonderfully unique destination. From soaring sand dunes and streets full of designer malls, to magnificent souks and jaw-dropping resorts, the Middle East does nothing by half measure.
A region where traditions and desert meet modern cities
The Middle East is an enigmatic region conjuring images of Arabian nights and sun-soaked days. Traditional Arabic culture and heritage is blended beautifully with modern amenities, swanky resorts and white-sand beaches. Visit the Middle East and you’ll experience a challenge to every cliché you’ve ever heard about, and enjoy a fantastic holiday in a fascinating part of the world.
Dubai and Abu Dhabi present the modern face of the Middle East; the excessive wealth here has been used to create a tourist’s paradise complete with sprawling shopping malls and record-breaking hotels. Egypt’s seaside resorts are the stuff of family holiday legends, while Oman represents a traditional take on Arabic values alongside decadent luxury.
Important information:
The holy month of Ramadan will be celebrated in Oman every year according to the lunar cycle (approximately 17 February-18 March 2026 and 7 February-8 March 2027). During Ramadan, Muslims all over the world abstain from food, drink and other physical needs during daylight hours. As a result, there are many restrictions in place during this time. Hotel restaurants and local city restaurants are closed until Iftar (the fast-breaking evening meal after sunset), though some hotels let one restaurant open for buffet breakfast and lunch. Alcohol is restricted in public, but can be delivered to the room. Non-Muslims are not expected to fast but be aware that in Qatar you cannot eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum in public.
Eid Al Fitr, otherwise known as the Festival of Sweets, is an annual Muslim holiday that celebrates the ‘breaking of the fast’ (approximately 19-20 March 2026 and 9-10 March 2027).
Eid Al Adha is the second major holiday celebrated annually in the UAE (approximately 26-30 May 2026 and 16-20 May 2027). During these festivities, the UAE can be very busy, however, there are no restrictions during these times.
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