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5 Best Dubai Instagram Spots

Hand holds phone taking photo of Burj Khalifa instagram spot in Dubai

Discover the best spots to get Instagram shots in Dubai, plus get helpful photography and travel tips.

Woman teaching English to children standing around her

Want to travel overseas and get paid? Here’s a list of the 10 countries that offer the best pay for teaching English abroad.

airplane wing above dubai - 1 week 7 day uae itinerary

Discover the best things to do in Dubai and Abu Dhabi with this easy 1 week Emirates itinerary.

If you’re planning a trip to the Middle East, here are some helpful things to know before visiting the UAE.

City view of Bethlehem Israel Palestinian Territory

10 interesting facts about Bethlehem that you might not know, from entering Palestinian Territory from Israel to culture, sites & souvenirs.

With so many travel options, choosing your next destination is hard. Put these 10 global cities on your travel bucket list. They never disappoint.

Avoid tourist crowds and prices with these 6 alternative travel ideas. Includes average cost per day and recommended interests.

Our detailed Iraqi Kurdistan travel guide will help you visit Iraq safely and have a wonderful time. Here’s what to see and eat, planning info, costs and more.

Read about our visit to the Iraqi town where everyone has to go barefoot. The holy site of Lalish is so sacred to the Yazidi faith that shoes are strictly forbidden.

Dana Biosphere is a wild, rugged and picturesque part of Jordan that many people miss, yet it’s an ideal balance to the country’s more touristy sights.