What’s New In Regional Travel
The Arab-Inspired Wellness Retreat
KHUN, Fujairah
Set to open in Fujairah in late 2026, KHUN is one of the UAE's most exciting new wellness concepts, offering a fresh approach to restoration inspired by centuries of Arab wellness philosophy. Rather than traditional spa schedules or fitness programmes, the 48-hour retreat is designed around architecture, nature and intentional solitude, encouraging guests to slow down and reconnect through thoughtfully designed spaces, thermal rituals, mindful nutrition and time immersed in the surrounding raw landscape. Created as a series of architect-designed sanctuaries with minimal environmental impact, KHUN places Arab well-being traditions at the heart of the experience.
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The Egyptian Seaside Escape
Mariolino Beach House, North Coast Egypt
Mariolino Beach House is a new Mediterranean-inspired hospitality concept created by Mario Jr Haddad, centred around coastal living, Lebanese warmth and the art of gathering. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the property combines 18 suites and beachfront cabins with a lively open-kitchen restaurant, where fresh seafood and generous Levantine sharing-style dishes take centre stage. There is also a spa and wellness studio, pool and beach, with morning movement sessions and recovery treatments alongside long, lazy afternoons by the water. With natural textures, sun-kissed linen, warm woods and relaxed coastal interiors throughout, Mariolino feels like a cool, stylish home by the sea that you never want to leave.
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The Family Adventure at Shura Island
InterContinental The Red Sea
Looking for a family-friendly getaway? InterContinental The Red Sea on Shura Island is offering a Children Stay, Play & Eat Free package until 20 September. Families can enjoy up to 20% off their stay, complimentary daily breakfast and early check-in and late check-out, while children aged 12 and under stay and dine for free, with an extra bed included. The offer also includes complimentary tickets to the exciting ADRENA Adventure & Water Park and a 30-minute daily lagoon kayaking experience for younger guests – a perfect option for a summer family escape before school starts.
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The New Omani Beach Resort
Hilton Muscat Al Bandar
One of Oman's most exciting new hotel openings, Hilton Muscat Al Bandar officially opened earlier this year, bringing a fresh chapter to the much-loved Barr Al Jissah coastline. Set between the dramatic Al Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman, the 198-room resort features a 500m private beach, with multiple pools, water sports, Muscat's only lazy river, a kids' club and a dedicated spa inspired by the rose terraces of Jabal Al Akhdar. Dining is another highlight, with everything from Sicilian cuisine at Capri Court and Southeast Asian dishes at Chow Mee to poolside bites and beachfront drinks. It's a particularly appealing choice for families, with connecting rooms and shared access to the wider Barr Al Jissah resort facilities.
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The Scenic Digital Detox
Miraval The Red Sea
Surrounded by coral reefs and mangrove forests, Miraval The Red Sea has officially opened on Shura Island. One of Saudi Arabia's most anticipated hotel openings, the hotel marks the wellness brand's first resort outside the United States. This adults-only, all-inclusive retreat, designed by Foster + Partners, is centred on mindful living, offering personalised wellness programmes, restorative spa rituals, fitness classes, meditation, nutrition-led dining and digital-detox experiences, all set against the serene backdrop of the Red Sea's coral reefs and mangrove forests. Home to 180 beautifully designed rooms, suites and villas, it's the perfect destination for travellers looking to shut off from the outside world whilst enjoying five-star luxury and turquoise waters.
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The Santorini-Inspired Adult Only Retreat
Anantara Retreat Santorini Abu Dhabi
If you're looking for a quick European-style escape without leaving the UAE, Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat has a tempting UAE & GCC Staycation Retreat. The adults-only beachfront resort is offering up to 25% off accommodation, daily breakfast for two, 20% savings on dining and spa treatments, flexible booking terms and up to AED500 in daily resort credit to spend on food and wellness experiences. With just 22 rooms and suites, a tranquil beach, pool, spa and two dining venues (Middle Eastern cuisine and Mediterranean), it makes for an easy reset before the Fall season.
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The New Luxury Train To Book
Dream Of The Desert, Saudi Arabia
Set to launch in late 2026, Dream of the Desert is Saudi Arabia's first ultra-luxury train and one of the region's most anticipated travel experiences. Travelling between Riyadh and Al Jouf, the 14-carriage train has been designed in collaboration with Italian luxury hospitality company Arsenale and features just 33 Arabesque-inspired suites, fine-dining restaurants, a majlis-inspired lounge and interiors that reflect Saudi Arabia's rich cultural heritage and dramatic desert landscapes. Along the way, guests will enjoy curated off-train excursions to some of the Kingdom's most fascinating historical and natural landmarks.
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