Condé Nast Traveller Middle East

Food & Drink
The best new Dubai restaurants to try in September
Picked by our editors, these are the best new restaurants to try in Dubai this month, from DIFC's hottest new Indian to a homegrown neighbourhood Japanese
By Sophie Prideaux and Zahra Surya Darma
Destinations
11 best places to visit in October, according to our editors
These are the best places to visit in October, from guaranteed sunshine and city breaks to altogether more tropical hideouts
By Connor Sturges

Inspiration
Inside the September 2026 issue of Condé Nast Traveller Middle East
Head of editorial content Selina Denman presents some of the magazine's highlights
By Selina Denman

Destinations
Mountain retreat: bioenergetics plus ancient Greek wisdom equals wellness in midlife
The new holistic longevity programme at the Euphoria Retreat in the Peloponnese helps Sarah Siese to let go
By Sarah Siese
How to buy a secondhand luxury bag in Paris, according to experts
One complete novice’s quest for a Chanel purse in the French capital's 1st arrondissement
By Ashleigh Stewart
How to spend three days on Egypt's North Coast
Base yourself in Marassi for three days of bright Mediterranean water, long lunches and a day trip to Hacienda White
By Hana Al-Khodairi

Your September 2026 horoscope: this month's thorny emotions will be hard to escape – here's how to navigate accordingly
Professional astrologer Steph Koyfman reads your monthly horoscope – and spells out how it may shape your travels
By Steph Koyfman

How to see Cappadocia’s hot air balloons, from the best time to go to the best places to watch
From the best sunrise viewpoints to when the balloons fly, where to book and what happens when the weather turns, here’s everything you need to know
By Scott Campbell

Vote now: Readers' Choice Awards 2026
Celebrate your favourite hotels, airlines, destinations and more in Condé Nast Traveller's annual Middle East Readers' Choice Awards
By CNT Editors
Culture

Inspiration
Meet the antique dealers keeping Middle Eastern history alive at Sharjah’s Souk Al Arsa
In the UAE’s oldest marketplace, shop owners have been selling prized pieces for decades
By Katy Gillett

Food & Drink
The best Middle Eastern cookbooks to add to your kitchen shelf
Cookbooks today are as much armchair travel guides as educations in history, culture and diverse cooking and eating practices around the world
By Nicola Chilton
Inspiration
The best exhibitions to see in the UAE this month: September 2026
The best exhibitions to catch around the UAE this month, from works that centre on emotion and memory to an exploration of life and love in a conservative society
By Romy Hunt
News & Advice
From Gaza to Beirut, the must-see Arab artists at this year's Venice Biennale
By Scott Campbell
Inspiration
How to style the granny headscarf for summer 2026 (and keep cool in the process)
By Lauren Burvill
Great UAE Day Trips
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Great UAE Day Trips: Mleiha and the Sharjah desert
The route journeys through Ghost Village, Fossil Rock and Al Buhais Geological ParkBy Nicola Chilton - Destinations
Great UAE Day Trips: Al Ain
The ancient oasis town is a calm, quiet place that moves at its own gentle rhythmBy Nicola Chilton - Destinations
Great UAE Day Trips: inland Fujairah
Away from Fujairah's beautiful beaches, take a drive into the emirate's mountains to explore historic villages and attractionsBy Nicola Chilton - Destinations
Great UAE Day Trips: Khor Fakkan
While it may feel like a lowkey place these days, Khor Fakkan was fought over by several different powers in the 16th and 17th centuriesBy Nicola Chilton - Inspiration
19 of the most beautiful places to see in the UAE
From mangrove forests and desert dunes to colourful mosques, the UAE has more to offer than flashy skylinesBy Sophie Prideaux and Sophia Dyer
Destination spotlight: Cairo
DestinationsThe 22 best restaurants in Cairo
Flavourful street food, Egyptian classics and Nile river views are waiting to be discoveredBy Jake Emen and Farah Al-Toukhi
Food & DrinkThe best cafes and coffee shops in Cairo
From historic meeting places to tranquil garden hideouts, these are the best cafes to seek out in CairoBy Tommy Hilton and Sebastian Sele- Destinations
The best hotels in Cairo
Amid the colourful, chaotic sprawl of modern Cairo, find refuge in these top-class propertiesBy Jake Emen and Tommy Hilton - Destinations
17 of the best things to do in Cairo
Our list of must-sees when navigating Egypt's culturally rich capitalBy Nada El Sawy - Destinations
How to make the most of visiting the Great Pyramids of Giza
From tipping, timings and the most accessible entry points, here's how to get the most out of a visit to Cairo's best-loved pyramidsBy Scott Campbell
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Destinations
16 best things to do in Dubai this weekend: 18 – 20 September 2026
Condé Nast Traveller Middle East's edit of the best things to do in Dubai this weekend, from a magical brunch to a new art exhibition
By Hana Al-Khodairi and Sophie Prideaux

Destinations
The best design hotels in Lombok
Grounded in the Indonesian island's cultural heritage and architectural traditions, these design-forward properties are as immersive as they are beautiful
By Samia Qaiyum

Destinations
Ask a local: stylist Débora Rosa's guide to Madeira
Born on the autonomous archipelago off the Portuguese coast, she picks her favourite places in the capital, Funchal
By Adam Turner

Destinations
First look: Inside the $1.3 billion renovation of London’s most glamorous new hotel
Take a peek inside this historic Mayfair mansion, set to open its doors in 2027
By Olivia Morelli
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Inspiration
What the Traveller editors are loving this September, from the latest beauty finds to pocket-sized tech essentials
What the editors are eating, doing and buying at the moment
By CNT Editors

Inspiration
The Middle Eastern brands keeping regional craft alive
From trailblazers to up-and-coming creatives, meet the people behind the brands keeping artisanship at the fore
By Nicola Chilton and Hafsa Lodi

Destinations
How Cappadocia’s hot air balloons became an Instagram sensation
At dawn, hundreds of balloons rise above Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys – and below them, a parallel industry of flying dresses, vintage convertibles, galloping horses and sunrise photoshoots springs into action
By Scott Campbell

Inspiration
6 beautiful new designer boutiques worth travelling for
From Miami to St Tropez, Dubai to New York, these designer stores are as beautiful as the craftsmanship on display
By Selina Denman

News & Advice
5 compact gadgets that will help you sleep better when travelling
From an ergonomic eye mask to a teeny-tiny sound machine, these accessories have helped me snooze around the world
By Lara Kramer

News & Advice
Inside Etihad's new first class suites with closing doors and 32-inch screens
The new cabin will debut on the airline's Airbus A330s from September next year, bringing first class to more short and medium-haul routes
By Scott Campbell
News & Advice
This upcoming Qatar exhibition will examine jewellery across cultures and history
Opening in Doha this October, Around the World in Jewellery will explore how adornment has carried ideas of identity, status and protection across cultures
By Hana Al-Khodairi
News & Advice
Dubai and Middle East flight disruption: Emirates, Etihad and Flydubai face delays amid ongoing regional tension
With route networks being regularly updated, here's the latest news for passengers facing Dubai and Middle East flight disruption
By Hana Al-Khodairi and Sophia Dyer
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News & Advice
Global Village has announced its opening date for season 31
Dubai's beloved family-friendly attraction will reopen its doors in October
By Sophia Dyer

News & Advice
Transiting through Tokyo’s Narita Airport? Now you can snag a free neighbourhood tour
Starting on 1 October 2026, international transit passengers will be able to sign up for free tourist programmes at Narita Airport
By Sneha Chakraborty

Destinations
The 15 best hotels in Mauritius for dramatic sunsets and sugar-soft sands
Here's what makes the most reputable addresses in Mauritius so special
By Jemima Sissons

Destinations
Retreating to the edge of the Nile at new boutique hotel, Beit El Nil
This art-filled bolthole in Luxor is best for those looking to experience the wonders of Egypt at a slower pace
By Lisa Grainger
News & Advice
Thailand slashes visa-free stays for travellers from the Middle East, UK and dozens more countries
The new rules take effect on Tuesday, 15 September, although travellers who arrive before the deadline are still eligible for the exisiting 60-day stay
By Scott Campbell

Inspiration
The 17 most beautiful national parks in the world, from Yellowstone to the Serengeti
These diverse landscapes serve as a beautiful reminder of why our planet is worth protecting
By Caitlin Morton
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News & Advice
I flew Flydubai business class — is it worth the upgrade?
From priority check-in and lounge access to lie-flat seats and an upgraded menu, here’s what you can expect when you upgrade to Flydubai’s business class
By Jessica Blanchard

Inspiration
Dreaming of a slow autumn? 11 scenic train journeys that show Europe at its most beautiful
From vineyard-lined railways in France to mountain routes through the Balkans, these peaceful train journeys are at their best when autumn foliage and colours arrive
By Alessia Armenise







