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

The question every Australian flying to Europe is asking

I’ve had many conversations about travel to the Middle East and whether it’s safe to fly there.

  • Lee Tulloch
Carriers have spent the past 12 days avoiding airspace near Iran. Overnight, Qatar’s airspace temporarily shut as Iran struck a United States military base.

I have an overseas trip booked. Do I need to rethink my travel plans?

What happens when disaster strikes on holiday? Here’s how you can prepare before takeoff to prevent pain once you land.

  • Bronte Gossling
Changed flight paths created some delays for Emirates flights.

Flying to and from Europe via the Middle East is nerve-racking right now

Coming back from Europe as airspace closed due to the Israel-Iran conflict was stressful, but I learnt a few lessons.

  • Julietta Jameson
Once consisting of a runway made from compacted sand, Dubai International is now the world’s busiest international airport.

The world’s busiest international airport is shutting down. What’s next?

Dubai International handles 92.3 million passengers a year, but its days are numbered.

  • Emma Thomson
Artist’s design concept.

Disney to build new theme park in stopover favourite

The resort will be built on Yas Island on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi, already home to the Ferrari and Warner Bros amusement parks, SeaWorld and a waterpark.

  • Michelle Chapman
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The Temple of Luxor on the Nile.

Port guide: Luxor, Egypt

The Nile River is the most astonishing river cruise destination in the world, and Luxor has some of its biggest and best sights.

  • Brian Johnston
The InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Mina Al Arab Resort.

Beyond Dubai: The smallest emirate wants to be your next stopover

Not enough beach? Build one. No islands off the coast? No problem. Just put them there yourself.

  • Carrie Hutchinson
Riyadh Air aims to take on award-winning rivals Emirates and Qatar Airways with its pointy-end offerings.

New rival for Emirates and Qatar Airways unveils its luxurious cabins

Riyadh Air is set to take off at the end of this year with cabins to rival the best in the sky. Just don’t expect to be served champagne on board.

  • Leen Al-Rashdan
One thing at least is settled - this dish is delicious.

Part pizza, part smash burger, this delicious flatbread is controversial

Food is a wonderful thing, tied to history, culture and identity, but that also means it can be a source of controversy. Welcome to the world of lahmajun.

  • Ben Groundwater
Traffic is terrible in Riyadh.

I did a women-only trip in one of the world’s most notorious countries

It’s one of the world’s most patriarchal societies, but I had a behind-the-scenes look at the secret lives of women here.

  • Katrina Lobley

Original URL: https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/topic/middle-east-ljm