Scene Traveller

28/01/2025

From resorts situated in centuries-old ruins and desert stays surrounded by protected oases to lavish hotels overlooking ancient wonders, these regional hotels all offer sweeping views of some of the world’s most breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

From resorts situated in centuries-old ruins and desert stays surrounded by protected oases to lavish hotels overlooking ancient wonders.

27/01/2025

: With an inverted pyramid shape and cantilevered design, the Hôtel du Lac in Tunis has been compared to the Sandcrawler vehicle from Star Wars.

Read our full guide on how to spend a weekend in Tunis at SceneNow.com

23/01/2025

Located in the Al Naseem District, the hotel will feature seven inter-connecting towers with over 2,179 rooms.

The hotel will feature seven inter-connecting towers with 2,179 rooms.

23/01/2025

We've unearthed the UAE’s best birthday villas for those who believe subtlety is overrated. Buckle up and buy yourself a flight ticket—the birthday party of the century awaits.

Why settle for candles when you can light up an entire villa?

22/01/2025

Air France’s new ‘Le Rendez-Vous’ promotion might just be the (flight) ticket we need to spend Valentine’s day in Paris. Or New York. Or even Toronto.

Valentine’s weekend in Paris, anyone?

21/01/2025

Originally slated for mid-2025, Riyadh Air’s debut has been delayed due to ongoing global aircraft delivery disruptions impacting airlines worldwide.

Riyadh Air will offer business class suites, premium economy recliners, and regional flights to Jeddah.

20/01/2025

: Luxor was, and still is, a treasure trove of ancient Egyptian history. It served as the ancient city of Thebes, and by the 1940s, it was a key site for Egyptologists, historians and voyagers.

19/01/2025

This boutique hotel in Egypt’s Islamia still carries the essence of French diplomat Ferdinand de Lesseps, who used it as his personal villa during the construction process of the Suez Canal.

The converted villa still carries the essence of the French diplomat, whose abandoned belongings still adorn the walls.

18/01/2025

Saudi’s Four Seasons Riyadh and the UAE’s Raffles the Palm, and Jumeirah Mina Al Salam were top-performing hotels, in terms of internet speed.

Saudi’s Four Seasons Riyadh and the UAE’s Raffles the Palm, and Jumeirah Mina Al Salam were top-performing hotels.

18/01/2025

Qatar Airways will reconnect travellers to the Mediterranean charm of Malta with the resumption of four weekly flights starting July 2nd, 2025.

The airline will reconnect travellers to the Mediterranean charm of Malta with the resumption of four weekly flights starting July 2nd, 2025.

17/01/2025

We've unearthed the UAE’s best birthday villas for those who believe subtlety is overrated. Buckle up and buy yourself a flight ticket—the birthday party of the century awaits.

Why settle for candles when you can light up an entire villa?

16/01/2025

These UAE carriers excelled in safety rankings for full-service and budget airlines.

15/01/2025

Amidst Algier’s casbah, Dar Aziza’s marble walls hold secrets of a bygone era. The question is: how do we find them?

14/01/2025

A trip to the lavish Al-Meger Palace shows us how personal history and global architectural traditions magically coalesce.

13/01/2025

: Originally a gift from Sultan Mohammed Ben Abdallah to his son in the 18th century, Morocco’s La Mamounia evolved from a royal orchard into a luxury hotel.

12/01/2025

This marks a significant expansion across Flyadeal’s operating bases in Dammam, Riyadh, and Jeddah.

11/01/2025

Over 30,000 Emirates cabin crew and ground staff are currently undergoing specialised training to better address the needs of affected travellers.

Over 30,000 Emirates cabin crew and ground staff are currently undergoing specialised training.

10/01/2025

Located on the UNESCO-recognised Hawar Island, Hawar Resort by Mantis offers a serene escape just 20 kilometres from Bahrain’s mainland.

Located on the UNESCO-recognised Hawar Island, this retreat offers a serene escape just 20 kilometres from Bahrain’s mainland.