The Middle East

Discover Israel’s complex culture, modern and ancient architectural marvels, and diverse landscapes. In addition, it is one of the world’s most revered pilgrimage destinations.

Float weightlessly in the Dead Sea, navigate the expansive Negev Desert on ATV, and sip renowned local wine in the mountainous region of Golan Heights. Visit a kibbutz, stroll through food markets to sample delectable cuisine, and discover the fortress of Masada.

From the beautiful beaches and stylish café culture of port cities like Tel Aviv and Jaffa, to the holy sites of Jerusalem and Jericho your options for exploration are endless.

Despite its tiny size, Jordan boasts some of the world’s most diverse landscapes, natural wonders, and rich culture. Its sacred sites are straight from the Bible.

Petra is one of the seven wonders of the world. Its ancient “Lost City” is a destination whose focal point is the Treasury or Al-Khazneh. Carved into the pink sandstone mountains, this iconic site and architectural feat stands 131 feet high.

Immerse yourself in the sublime saline waters of the Dead Sea or purify your skin with the charcoal-colored mineral-rich mud found here. The red windswept sand dunes and otherworldly landscape personify the pulse of Wadi Rum, featured in the film Lawrence of Arabia.

Nestled between equal parts desert and sparkling sea Qatar’s location on the Persian Gulf is primo.

Doha, its capital, is a mecca for futuristic skyscrapers and ornate Islamic architecture. Often used as a Middle East connection, Qatar offers so much more to its visitors than a place to spend the night en route to their destination. The blend of cultures is present in its lively music, art, and gastronomy scene.

Natural resources such as oil and gas have escalated Qatar to a wealthy nation emerging as one of the world’s finest cutting-edge destinations. Its growth is palpable.

Opulent. Indulgent. Futuristic.

The United Arab Emirates including its capital city AbuDhabi and luxurious Dubai is the place to beat when it comes to “world’s best”.

The seven Emirates continues to house many of the world’s firsts and, at times, seems in competition with itself. This region is also a land of extreme contrasts from its historic districts to its ornate mosques.

Here all your whims and wishes can be granted all in the same day …skiing on powdery slopes …. ATV or camel rides across sand dunes in the Arabian Desert … Michelin star dining … private superyachts in the Persian Gulf … a round of golf on lush green courses … riding 148floors up the Burj Khalifa, the tallest skyscraper in the world … surfingsimulated waves in a hi-tech waterpark … visit an exact replica of the iconic Louvre Museum. 

Let the luxury wash over you.

The Sultanate of Oman is truly the Middle East’s hidden gem. The mystique of this slice of the Arabian Peninsula is one straight out of fantasy—think camels walking across vast ever-shifting rolling sand dunes, prized Arabian horses with a noble bloodline from the movie "The Black Stallion”, and the world’s prominent producer of frankincense.

In the capital city of Muscat, you can find one of the oldest markets in the world, Mutrah Souq, featuring a kaleidoscope of colors found in rich textiles and glittering gold jewelry.

The desert magic is present with stays in Bedouin-inspired luxury tented camps nestled amongst the Wahiba Sands, with the Al Hajar Mountains as a backdrop. As if out of nowhere, Wādī Banī Khālid, a lush oasis appears with tranquil lagoons surrounded by traditional villages.

Oman is a birder paradise and one of the most important places for endangered turtle nesting. Watch them swimming peacefully while you snorkel or dive along the pristine coast of the Musandam Peninsula.

Take the opportunity to indulge in the most unique hotel arrival ever: paraglide to your property at Zighy Bay from the surrounding mountain tops.