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Dubai’s New Airport: Everything We Know About the Futuristic $35Billion Al Maktoum International Airport

It is the world's most expensive airport and will handle 260 million passengers per year

Princess Diana’s Yacht Adventures: The Famous Boats She and Dodi Fayed Vacationed On

The photo of Princess Diana on the diving board of the Jonikal is unforgettable, but there were many more luxury vessels linked to the royal's final days

What Are the Super Rich Buying? Top Trends From Design Miami LA

From spectral paintings and hypnotic furniture, to sculptural work by South African creatives – this is what's worth investing in, right now

The World’s Largest Labyrinth You Must Visit At Least Once

In this mystical labyrinth envisioned by Franco Maria Ricci in Fontanellato, art, nature, relaxation, and culinary delights converge

This Layered Coastal Home in Sydney Puts a Contemporary Spin on Seaside Living

Sat atop a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this recently renovated holiday home honours its Italian-inspired architecture with suitably moody interiors

Architecture & Interiors

How To Start Your Own Interior Design Business

We asked the region's leading designers for their top advice for anyone thinking of launching their own design studio

The Ambitious Oman Botanic Garden Project Is Nearing Completion

The garden will showcase the various different habitats and the entire flora of the Sultanate of Oman

This Understated Dubai Home Follows Rules of Proportion Traditionally Used by Couture Designers

The design, an homage to its owner’s passions for fashion and wellness, features a coffee colour scheme that transforms the mood of the house throughout the day

4 Arab Creatives Contemplate The Meaning of Home

Through their work, regional diaspora creatives Salma Tuqan, Hayv Kahraman, Diana Al-Hadid and Zineb Bennis explore the complex nature of identity and belonging

Inspiration

How To Get Rid of Mosquitoes in 7 Easy Steps

The recent unpredictable weather has created the perfect breeding conditions for mosquitoes. Here we tell you how to get rid of them naturally (and effectively)

Nail the Burgundy Autumn Colour Trend With 5 Timeless Designs

Call it Shiraz-chic or Cabernet-core, either way it’s a statement shade that is also surprisingly versatile – and it’s all over the latest furniture collections

‘70s Design Trends Get a Modern Makeover at This Glamorous Townhouse

Vintage pieces and a generous dose of pattern and colour have created a dwelling with roots in the iconic era but remains a chic, contemporary family home

7 Qatari Artists You Need To Know About

Qatar is rapidly emerging as one of the Gulf’s most important creative hubs, one that blends a rich artistic tradition with important contemporary ideas

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Culture & Lifestyle

Eid Al Adha 2024: The Top Holiday Destinations for the Upcoming Long Weekend

From the expected dates and trending international holiday destinations, to the best UAE staycations, this is your guide to making the most out of the break
Architecture & Design

The Residence at Claridge’s Hotel in London Is an Astonishing Two-Storey Glasshouse in the Sky

Designed by André Fu, the hotel's new duplex is part of a head-turning makeover that's made the legendary address more beguiling than ever
Architecture & Design

Modular Houses: A Buyer’s Guide to Choosing One That’s Perfect for You

With sustainability, efficiency and adaptability at the forefront of our minds, prefabricated homes are emerging as a new housing solution in the Middle East
Celebrity Style

Where Is Kate Middleton Recovering? In Windsor, at Her Home With Prince William

As Trooping the Colour approaches, this is everything we know about Adelaide Cottage, where the Princess of Wales is recovering, supported by her husband and family
Culture & Lifestyle

What To Do in Dubai This month? The June 2024 Edit

From art exhibitions, to the best restaurants to try and the beach clubs to be seen at, this is our pick of the best things to do in Dubai this month
Culture & Lifestyle

These Heritage Hotels in Al Balad, Jeddah, Are an Invitation To Step Back in Time

Three authentically restored houses, unveiled as elegant boutique hotels, beckon the discerning traveller to this historic quarter in Saudi Arabia
Homes

This Sustainable Family Home in the Himalayas Was Hand-Sculpted by a Global Community of Artisans

With the help of 90 extraordinary craftspeople from 18 countries, artist-architect duo Ansh and Raghav Kumar built this fairytale home in Rishikesh in 547 days
Interiors

Plan Your Orient Express Train Experience: Routes, Ticket Prices and Everything Else You Need To Know

Europe’s most legendary train is reopening in 2025 with a brand-new look. Read our guide before booking your tickets for this bucket list worthy adventure
Decorating

Gifting Birth Month Flowers: 12 Floral Varieties You Can Never Go Wrong With

Bouquets bursting with the recipient’s birth month flowers make for thoughtful birthday gifts. This is our guide to the most meaningful blooms for every star sign