1 Nile in style
Egypt needs no introduction, but Abercrombie & Kent’s unforgettable ‘Nile in Style’ itinerary provides the perfect taste of the world’s oldest travel destination. On this nine-day tour, you’ll wander through dizzying temples and ancient tombs along the legendary River Nile.
Your accommodation is split between the Four Seasons Cairo at Nile Plaza and Sanctuary Sun Boat IV as you navigate powerful waters. The intimate vessel is the perfect base for your leisurely cruise between Luxor and the southern city of Aswan, as you soak in the stories and secrets of this ancient land.
Guided by a private Egyptologist, you’ll take to the streets of Cairo exploring ancient monuments, glittering mosques and a maze of bazaars. And then there are the Pyramids of Giza, with exclusive access to the tomb inside the Pyramid of Cheops, the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still in existence. You’ll sail on a typical Egyptian felucca around Elephantine Island, Lord Kitchener’s Botanical Gardens and the Aga Khan Mausoleum.
The experience follows a history-packed route with highlight visits to the necropolis of Saqqara and the impressive Imhotep Museum, the Temple of Karnak, the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities and so many more. abercrombiekent.com
2 On the ball
Qatar’s hosting of the 2022 FIFA World Cup (21 November to 18 December 2022) has brought in a wealth of new stadiums and hotels, including the Middle East’s first Banyan Tree. The I. M. Pei–designed Museum of Islamic Art also reopens later this year, after 12 months of enhancements. Those in need of a reset are heading to the north coast to Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, while just outside Doha, the unexpectedly verdant Heenat Salma Farm reconnects people with nature through field-to-table dining, craft workshops, and cosy tents for overnight stays. It’s desert life, but not as you know it. visitqatar.qa
3 It was all yellow
Celebrating its 150th birthday this year, Yellowstone National Park is the oldest national park in the world. Perched on top of a dormant volcano spanning three states (Wyoming, Idaho and Montana), it’s home to more
