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Hotel Atlantis The Royal, Dubai.

The verdict on the world’s first ‘ultra-luxury resort’

Beyonce was reportedly paid $36 million to perform at the opening of this hotel. She would be happy with how it turned out.

  • Damien Woolnough

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One for football fans of all ages … Real Madrid World Dubai.

‘The world’s greatest football club’ launches its own theme park

Real Madrid World in Dubai spans six hectares, the equivalent of six football pitches, and features more than 40 experiences and rides.

  • Julietta Jameson
With business class seats arranged 1-2-1, rather than 2-3-2, all passengers have aisle access

First look: Emirates’ new jet throws down challenge to Qantas

The airline’s first Airbus A350 raises the bar for all classes – even economy – and puts a challenge to Qantas for its version of the same plane.

  • John Arlidge
Kazem Hamad.

He’s one of Australia’s most wanted criminals. This is why he’s untouchable

Police suspect Kazem Hamad is directing the Melbourne tobacco war firebombings, shootings and drug trafficking from Iraq. We reveal why they can’t bring him back to face justice.

  • Chris Vedelago and Marta Pascual Juanola
Hamachi Sumac Sashimi at Moonrise.

Sorry, New York, this city’s food scene is better

Dubai is one of the world’s youngest cities, but its multifaceted food DNA tells a much deeper story.

  • Jenny Hewett
Teddy Jay Mojeca Mejia was last month extradited to his home country of the Philippines over child abuse offences. Video: GMA News GIF

The Sydney airport arrest that unravelled a global crime ring and caught a ‘demon’

A car salesman’s arrest at Sydney Airport rippled around the world and helped unmask the alleged leader of an international syndicate.

  • Clare Sibthorpe
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Since Middle Eastern hubs are often used by Australian travellers, we have been among the most affected.

Middle East conflict has caused chaos for flights to Europe

Flights that should take about 20 hours have turned into three-day ordeals thanks to changing routes and cancellations.

  • Michael Gebicki
In port in Dubai.

Port guide: Dubai, UAE

Dubai is one of the world’s most spectacular, ultra-modern, ever-changing cities, and few ports are better for an eye-popping cruise stopover.

  • Brian Johnston
Hells Angel president Angelo Pandeli

Alleged drugs kingpin Angelo Pandeli deported from Dubai

The Hells Angels bikie boss, once described by law enforcement as among Australia’s most influential drug traffickers, has landed back in Australia.

  • Clare Sibthorpe and Perry Duffin
Al Seef Heritage Hotel.

This bargain hotel could be Dubai’s best spot for a layover

Just 10 minutes from the airport, this charming hotel is a refreshing antidote to Dubai’s signature forest of skyscrapers.

  • Belinda Jackson

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