North Africa & Middle East

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Golden sands, ancient wonders, and cities that hum with energy.

The Middle East and North Africa are where history feels alive and the landscapes shift from bustling souks to sweeping desert dunes in a heartbeat. One moment you’re wandering the spice-scented alleyways of Marrakech, the next you’re sailing the Nile past timeless temples, or floating in the Dead Sea with nothing but stillness around you.

This is a region of contrasts: where futuristic skylines rise beside centuries-old mosques, where lavish palaces meet starlit desert camps, and where luxury travel means both five-star indulgence and once-in-a-lifetime cultural encounters. Whether it’s sipping mint tea on a rooftop in Fez, exploring Petra’s rose-red canyons, or basking on the beaches of Oman, every experience feels extraordinary – and unforgettable.

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Choose your favourite way to travel

Stay Your Way

Travel by Month

  • January

    Mild Winters & Desert Magic

    Cool, dry days make this the perfect month for exploring Egypt’s temples or Morocco’s medinas without the heat.

    In Dubai, the Dubai Shopping Festival turns the city into a month-long celebration of fashion, fireworks, and world-class entertainment.

  • February

    Romance & Revelry

    The Sahara is at its most pleasant for private desert safaris.

    In Oman, the Muscat Festival fills the city with cultural performances, art, and heritage exhibitions — a beautiful way to experience the soul of the Sultanate.

  • March

    Spring Awakening

    As wildflowers bloom in the valleys of Oman and Jordan, it’s an ideal time for hikes and 4WD adventures.

    In Abu Dhabi, the Al Dhafra Camel Festival offers a glimpse into Bedouin traditions — think camel racing, falconry, and cultural showcases.

  • April

    Holy Traditions & Heritage

    Depending on the year, Ramadan may fall in April — a deeply cultural time to experience the region’s spiritual side.

    In Jordan, Petra is breathtaking in the soft spring light, while Cairo’s Nile-side evenings come alive with vibrant iftar feasts.

  • May

    Desert Luxe & Coastal Cool

    The temperatures rise, but evenings in Marrakech’s luxury riads or Muscat’s coastal resorts are still blissful.

    A quieter travel month, perfect for avoiding peak-season crowds while still enjoying warm weather.

  • July

    Cultural Immersion

    Hot days make luxury resorts your best base.

    It’s also the season of festivals in Morocco, including the Marrakech Popular Arts Festival, with traditional music, dance, and theatre filling the city.

  • June

    Summer by the Sea

    Head to the Red Sea in Egypt or Oman’s coast for diving and luxury seaside stays.

    Resorts like Six Senses Zighy Bay offer cooling escapes, with private pools and mountain breezes balancing the desert heat.

  • August

    Desert Nights & Festivals

    Saudi Arabia hosts Al Ula’s Summer Music and Arts events, blending ancient landscapes with modern performances.

    Evening desert safaris in Dubai or Oman are cooler and perfect for stargazing.

  • September

    Back to the Classics

    As temperatures ease, it’s prime time for exploring Jordan, Egypt, and Oman again.

    In Abu Dhabi, the Al Ain Music Festival brings together traditional and contemporary performances.

  • October

    Golden Season

    One of the very best times to travel. Perfect weather across Morocco, Jordan, and Egypt.

    Cultural events return in Dubai, and private jet-hopping itineraries linking Cairo, Amman, and Muscat are at their most rewarding.

  • November

    Events & Energy

    Dubai comes alive with the DP World Tour Championship (golf) and the Dubai Design Week.

    Egypt’s pyramids and temples glow in the golden autumn light — a photographer’s dream.

  • December

    Festive Meets Exotic

    From New Year’s fireworks at the Burj Khalifa in Dubai to luxury Christmas escapes in Marrakech riads, this is where festive glamour meets ancient landscapes.

    Cairo and Jordan are also cooler and ideal for immersive touring.

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From your first call to wheels-up, you’ll have a real person (hi!) guiding the way - troubleshooting, tweaking, and whispering “try this instead” before you even need to ask.

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Whether it’s sipping Chianti in a Tuscan farmhouse or kayaking beside Antarctic glaciers, we design trips that immerse you - in culture, in place, in memory-making moments.

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