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uaePremiumMuch-needed attention for Old Dubai

The city’s heart gets a makeover, writes RONAN O’CONNELL

Ronan O'Connell

shirazPremiumCultural heart of Persia

STEPHENSCOURFIELD recalls a magical trip to the ancient city of Shiraz

Stephen Scourfield

COVID, REFLECTION & FUTUREPremiumOne year on, a waking world

A new travel landscape unfolds, writes STEPHEN SCOURFIELD

Stephen Scourfield

IranPremiumEchoes of Persia ring true in Iran

STEPHEN SCOURFIELD explores the ancient world of Zoroastrianism

Stephen Scourfield

The Middle eastPremiumDubai waterway links new with old

RONAN O’CONNELL looks at Dubai Creek’s role in the city

Ronan O'Connell

The Pod Well TravelledVideoUS/Iran, tourism and a year in ocean cruising

Join the West Travel Club team for their new weekly podcast

William Yeoman

Iran imprisonmentPremiumOnus is on the traveller to respect local laws

The advice I give is to take every aspect of every place, its attractions, its politics, its sensitivities, situation and overall “safety”, in every sense into account before you travel.

Stephen Scourfield

Stephen Scourfield

‘Switzerland of the Middle East’Man, oh man, old Muscat is a hot spot

About an hour’s flight east from Dubai, Oman is perfect for a side trip on the way to Europe or elsewhere. It feels like the old Arabia, but with modern infrastructure and is welcoming and moderate.

Stephen Scourfield

Classy foodCalombaris takes Greek dining to the skies

Qatar Airways will launch in-flight dining options for Perth travellers based on the Aussie celebrity chef’s heritage.

Grace Millimaci

Celebrating 100 yearsVideoTour masters lay world at your feet

Our Travel Editor surveys Collette’s rich offering of tours around the world.

Stephen Scourfield

Travel tipsVideo30-second guide to Georgia

For food and wine tourers, Georgia may be a surprise, and a holy grail.

Stephen Scourfield