Middle East Travel Guides & Articles on Traveling Middle Eastern Countries

The Middle East is home to some of the oldest civilizations in the world, and travel in the Middle East is both a challenging and rewarding experience. Gawk at the historic ruins in the lost city of Petra and the Pyramids in Egypt, travel through history in bustling cities like Jerusalem, Damascus and Istanbul, take a camel ride through the desert, then head to Dubai to see the cutting edge of contrast between the very old and very new. Find everything from information on the best Middle East travel clothes to how to score Middle East travel packages on Travels.com.

Best Egyptian Tours

The All Season Tours company in New Jersey offers some of the best Egyptian tours you can find anywhere. The Great Sphinx, the Pyramids of Giza, King Tut's tomb and the Valley of the Kings are just the beginning of any quality tour in Egypt. Whet...

Burj AL Arab Description

The Burj Al Arab may be the only hotel to give itself a seven-star rating. After spending a night of opulence in one of its luxurious suites, you may come to understand why. One of Dubai's most picturesque landmarks, the Burj Al Arab is certainly...

Cairo Hotels

Cairo is both the biggest city and the capital of the Middle Eastern nation of Egypt, as well as the largest Arabian city in general. It is a hub for Middle Eastern culture and politics, and is a popular tourist destination due to attractions inc...

Cappadocia History

Aside from Istanbul, Cappadocia is Turkey's most famous region. Long known for the unearthly landscape of its fairy chimneys, wind-carved valleys and underground cities, for millennia refugees and emperors have come to this region for refuge, co...

Climate & Weather in Irbid, Jordan

A good alternative to Amman as a base for visiting the nearby sites at Ajloun, Um Qais and Jerash, Irbid has a pleasant climate throughout a range of seasons. Set in the rolling hills of the Levant, its surrounding pastures and farmlands take on ...

Climate and Weather in Haifa

Haifa is Israel's third largest city and the nation's largest port. The city is home to more than a quarter of a million people. Haifa sits on Mount Carmel's slopes and Haifa Bay along northern Israel's Mediterranean coast. The city's Mediterrane...

Customs of Jewish Women

Women hold an important role in Jewish society. Jewish women have been accorded respect in a tradition that dates back to Biblical times. Customs of Jewish women have been practiced for hundreds of years, most of which are still being practiced i...

Dead Sea Facts

Located between Israel and Jordan in the Middle East, the Dead Sea is one of the most easily noted bodies of water in the world. Sure, it has name recognition but how much does anyone really know about it?

Desert Palm Hotel in Dubai

Well-known for its world class, luxury hospitality, Dubai is home to some of the most opulent hotels in the world. With a mixture of Arabian culture, desert sunshine and state-of-the-art facilities, Dubai attracts business and leisure travelers. ...

Driving Rules of the Road in Kenya

If you are planning to visit the East African nation of Kenya and intend to drive when you are there, it is very important to familiarize yourself with all of the traffic laws and regulations beforehand.

Dubai Climate & Weather

Dubai is located in United Arab Emirates, on the southern shore of the Arabian Gulf. The population is 1,400,000 people. 60 percent of the population is of Indian, Pakistan and Filipino ancestry. 57 percent of Dubai's population is Muslim.

Dubai Hotel Review & Recommendations

The Traders Hotel is located approximately 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport. Travel from the airport is convenient by taxi and is reasonably priced. The hotel is very comfortable and has all the amenities found in a far more expensive ...

Egypt Packing Lists

Whether it's the pyramids of Giza, the world-class diving in Marsa Alam or a cruise down the Nile, a trip to Egypt can be a life-changing experience. Nowhere else in the world can you see giant man-made monuments to Pharaohs and gods and be surro...

Eureka Hotel Dubai Review

The Eureka Hotel in Dubai is located in the business district and near the Dubai airport. The hotel has seven stories with 99 rooms, a restaurant, fitness center and a rooftop pool. Eureka has a laundry and dry cleaning service and offers WiFi an...

Facts About the Dead Sea

The Dead Sea is located between Israel and Jordan and has been an important body of water for thousands of years. It is a hypersaline lake, meaning it has a very high concentration of sodium chloride, much more than ocean waters. Its variety of m...

Facts on Cappadocia Tourism

Set in the arid hills of central Turkey, Cappadocia draws tourists with its bizarre landscapes of cone-like spires and lava-capped fairy chimneys. It is also famous for the countless caves that are carved into cliff sides, which mark the centurie...

Facts on the Dead Sea

The Dead Sea has attracted visitors from the Mediterranean for centuries. In modern times, it has become a worldwide attraction because of its pleasant climate that features a lack of humidity and sunny skies. Located between Israel's West Bank ...

Facts on the Hebrew Language

Modern Hebrew or Ivrit was declared the official language of Israel in 1948. Earlier forms of the language existed including Biblical and Mishnaic Hebrew. The Hebrew alphabet has twenty two characters.

Fascinating Facts About Mexico

Mexico is formally called the United Mexican States. The capital of the country is Mexico City. Based on the 2005 census, the population reached 103,263,388 people. Mexico is located southwest of the United States and bordered by Belize and Guate...

Gaucho Grill Review

Gaucho Grill is located in The Palms Hotel and resort on Arabian Gulf Street a major road in Salwa, Kuwait. The atmosphere is cozy and tea lights brighten up the dimly lit restaurant. The downstairs area of the restaurant is decorated in dark woo...

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