Desert Days

Doha is located on the coast of the Persian Gulf and is the capital city of the State of Qatar. Qatar is the world's richest and most cosmopolitan nation on the Arabian Peninsula. Doha, once a small port, today is full of impressive, towering buildings of strikingly modern architecture and luxury shops such as the Pearl or the Villaggio Shopping Mall. Visit the stunning Museum of Islamic Art which houses the largest collection of Islamic artifacts in the world and the unique Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum with its magnificent exterior and its dazzling collections from cars to stamps and Islamic treasures.

Bahrain is an island nation with an area of 770 sq km, an archipelago consisting of 33 islands. Its capital city is Manama, based in the north of the main island. During your stay, visit Bahrain National Museum, which houses many ancient artefacts, some dating back to the Dilmun era, Qal’at al Bahrain (Bahrain Fort) which is a UNESCO World Heritage Monument, dating back to the 16th Century AD, the traditional Houses of Muharraq, showcasing the country's cultural heritage and the Al Fateh Mosque, Bahrain’s largest mosque.

Stretching along the southernmost shores of the Arabian Gulf, cosmopolitan Dubai is often described as a city of contrasts. On one side, sparkling tall buildings, glitzy shops and sun-soaked beaches of a glamorous seaside destination, on the other side, a city rooted in tradition and history. Wander the narrow streets of the Al Bastakiya historic district, where you can take in the sights and sounds of bustling souks (markets) or the quiet wonder of local mosques. Dubai is a wonderful word for shopping, in the most impressive shopping malls, such ast the Mall of the Emirates that also hosts the ski centre, and the Dubai Mall, which are a tempting world of shopping opportunities.

Khasab is a city in the area of Oman and the capital of the Musandam peninsula. It is frequently called the "Norway of Arabia" because of its extensive craggy inlets that look like fjords and desolate mountainscapes. The city is home to the Khasab Castle which is definitely worth visiting, as it has many replicas of traditional Musandam houses and traditional Musandam artifacts on display. The region's archaeology and its natural history are of great interest. 

Sir Bani Yas is a natural desert island, located southwest of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It is the largest natural island in the United Arab Emirates and was a retreat for Sheikh Zayed, ruler of Abu Dhabi. Sir Bani Yas is home to Arabia's largest wildlife reserve. The huge white Sheikh Zhayed mosque with its gleaming marbles and mesmerizing crystal chandeliers and the multi-media Qasr al Hosn museum are worth visiting.

Abu Dhabi is the lavish capital of the United Arab Emirates, built on a small peninsula surrounded by small islets. During your visit at this marvelous city of contrasts, with the fascinating blend of modern-day development and intriguing history, you can ride the world’s fastest roller-coaster at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the world’s largest indoor theme park, spend an afternoon at the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, infused with the region’s culture and religion or Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation, situated in a contemporary building of typical Islamic design with arched columns, elaborate courtyards, and well designed gardens and beautifully carved doorways. Also interesting and one of the most important highlights, is the Qasr al-Hosn fort, known as :the white fort", the oldest stone building in the city and seat of the government for more than 170 years.

Doha is located on the coast of the Persian Gulf and is the capital city of the State of Qatar. Qatar is the world's richest and most cosmopolitan nation on the Arabian Peninsula. Doha, once a small port, today is full of impressive, towering buildings of strikingly modern architecture and luxury shops such as the Pearl or the Villaggio Shopping Mall. Visit the stunning Museum of Islamic Art which houses the largest collection of Islamic artifacts in the world and the unique Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum with its magnificent exterior and its dazzling collections from cars to stamps and Islamic treasures.