Other Destinations

The capital city of Afghanistan, Kabul is situated near the mountain pass which acts as the border to Pakistan. The city has been in the center of numerous military actions since 1979, there are...

A small constitutional monarchy on the Persian Gulf, Kuwait offers Arab tradition and culture with a modern flair. While most of Kuwait is flat desert, it also includes nine gulf islands; the...

Kuwait City is the capital of Kuwait and an extremely well-developed and modern metropolis where old-world traditions meet with the staples of capitalism. You will find a host of high-rise office...

Until the mid 1970s, Lebanon was an extremely popular destination for tourists and business travelers, who considered the capital city of Beirut the "Paris of the Middle East." A brutal civil war...

The capital of Dhaka, Bangladesh is crowded with historic buildings, parks, mosques and businesses. Here's some tips on finding accommodations.

Long a backward and underdeveloped nation, Oman has finally emerged as a great tourist destination. It's one of the more traditional countries in the Middle East, but it has friendly locals and...

The capital and largest city in the Sultanate of Oman, Muscat is one of the oldest cities in the Middle East, dating back to the 2nd century A.D. Remarkably green considering its surroundings,...

Bring a fresh supply of sun block, sunglasses, a hat and protective clothing. Summer in Manama, the capital city of Bahrain, surely brings the heat. Yet the nightlife, accommodations and...

Micronesia is made up of hundreds of small islands in the central Pacific Ocean. Created from volcanic activity millions of years ago, these tropical islands are divided into four states and are...

The Galapagos Islands, about 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, are home to some amazingly unique species of wildlife, including giant tortoises and Galapagos Penguins. The region is made up of...

The Anatolia peninsula is a diverse region of Turkey, featuring everything from imposing relics of its ancient history to chic beaches that rival the most storied resorts on the Mediterranean. Its...

Ancient Ankara, today the capital of Turkey, is home to a stunning collection of ancient archaeological treasures, historic mosques and beautiful gardens. From its ancient bazaar to every modern...

Straddling the border between Europe and Asia, Istanbul has long been one of the world's most important cities. This capital city of several ancient empires has modernized while maintaining its...

A historical bridge of the gap between Eastern and Western cultures, Turkey's long history entered the modern age with its secession from the Ottoman Empire in 1923. With a rich archaeological...

Riyadh is located in the Nadj Region near the Nadg desert and is the capital of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Despite its location near the desert, the city lives up to its name, which is...

Home to one of the oldest centers of civilization, Yemen is located on the Arabian Peninsula along the Red Sea. Its adequate rainfall has always allowed Yemen a modicum of prosperity compared to...

Baghdad is the capital of Iraq and has been at the top of world headlines for the last few years due to war and political tensions. Currently (2006), it is at the top of the list of places not to...

Bahrain is one of the most accessible and safest places in the Persian Gulf. Manama City is the capital, which is located at the northeastern tip of the Bahrain Island. It was once the center of...

The multi-billionaire Sultan of Brunei may sleep in a palace of 1,788 rooms, but you don't have to spend his kind of money to enjoy the natural and cultural beauty of Brunei. With persistence and...

Reykjavik is not only the largest city and capital of Iceland, it's also the northernmost capital city in the world. While luxury accommodations can be found, Reykjavik is not specifically...

Riyadh is Saudi Arabia's capital and largest city. Despite the exotic location in the central section of the country, luxury accommodations are readily available in Riyadh. Follow these steps to...

Romania is a southeastern European country that features Baltic Sea coastline and Carpathian mountain ranges. Relatively new to mass tourism, Romania now offers luxury accommodations throughout...

Russia is a huge country with coastline on several seas and oceans, including the Arctic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean and the Baltic Sea. Moscow, the capital city, and several of the larger Russian...

Muscat, the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, is one of the oldest cities in the Middle East. Muscat means "anchorage" and refers to the city's natural harbor. With excellent tourist...

Goa, a state in India's West Region, is a favorite site for approximately 2 million tourists every year. Goa's beaches are among the best in the world. Ancient temples and churches along with the...

Yemen is Saudi Arabia's smaller, more troubled neighbor to the south, and the ancient city of Sana'a is its capitol. The region is currently experiencing intense civil conflicts among rival...

Cairo is either home to or a stone's throw from many of Egypt's treasures. Those hoping to book train travel from Suez to Cairo should know that Cairo offers lots to see and do for travelers with...

The Republic of Lebanon is located in the Middle East, surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea, Syria and Israel. The country is known for its ancient cities, clubs, ski resorts, great food,...

The island of Mo'orea is a tropical paradise in every sense of the word. Its picturesque nature makes it a common location for Hollywood movies and honeymoons alike. Part of the Society Islands,...

Astana is a cultural center in Kazakhstan, which is really saying something. So much of the country consists of wide open spaces--long stretches of grassland and vast moonscapes--that it's almost...