GLOBEPOUNCING

Today we have a look at highlights in the west and southwest of Aphrodite’s island that make for comfortable excursions from Paphos.

Time for our biennial top-fives! As of spring 2021, these are our streamlined picks...

If you're looking for an accessible slice of traditional Arabia, Oman - called the "Norway of the Middle East" by some - is the place to go.

Congratulations on moving to the capital of the UAE!

Globepouncing chooses to think of Lebanon in terms of its rich history and cultural resplendence.

Istanbul's Old City is a historical district with few peers.

Petra and the Dead Sea get much of the attention in Jordan, but Jerash would be the undisputed cultural gem of most countries.

If you're looking for something relaxing and different or you just need to get out of Abu Dhabi for a minute...

Need a quick jolt of travel inspiration? Here are forty(-one)! These are our all-time favorites by category as of winter 2019...

Fear not, friends, and go to Beirut. It has ancient history, great night life, religious diversity, and, of course, Lebanese food!

Lebanon is one of our favorite spots - we liked it so much we went twice in four months, and we'll go back again.  The concentration of...

The people, food, diversity of terrain, ease of driving, and excellent airport all make Jordan the ultimate spot to visit in the region.

After being razed for building materials and treasure for millennia, these structures are still a mighty sight to behold...