Hayley Skirka

2 weeks ago | cntravellerme.com | Hayley Skirka

May is the perfect month to escape Dubai's rising heat and still make the most of pre-summer flight prices. With flight times of less than five hours and return fares starting from just $210, these handpicked destinations offer an ideal mix of culture, nature and value. From Cyprus' Mediterranean charm to adventures in Ethiopia, here’s our selection of the affordable and exciting places to fly to from Dubai in May.

2 weeks ago | thenationalnews.com | Hayley Skirka

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru in the North Male Atoll, the Maldives. Photo: Banyan TreeThree decades of preserving Maldivian paradise at Banyan Tree VabbinfaruRustic charm and natural beauty are front and centre on this tiny island resort

2 weeks ago | cntravellerme.com | Hayley Skirka

As the weather in the UAE starts to heat up, it might be time to plan your next getaway. And if you’re looking for an affordable escape from Abu Dhabi this May, we’ve got you covered with our pick of the cheapest places to go. From the ancient streets of Armenia’s capital city to the beaches of northeast Sri Lanka, here's a round up of the cheapest destinations to which you can fly.

3 weeks ago | cntravellerme.com | Hayley Skirka

The best restaurants and cafes in Al Ain take advantage of the city's leafy surrounds. Some 130 kilometres from Dubai and part of the Abu Dhabi emirate, Al Ain blends greenery, culture and rich heritage – and is one of the UAE’s best places to visit for an immersion into Emirati life. As the Gulf Capital of Culture for 2025, it's the perfect time for a day trip, not only for the culture but for the food.

1 month ago | cntravellerme.com | Hayley Skirka

The best hotels in Al Ain offer a chance to swap the hectic city life for a more relaxed, laid-back setting. Affectionately known as the Garden City thanks to its verdant landscapes, mountain-surrounded Al Ain is officially part of the Abu Dhabi emirate, but actually lies a little closer to Dubai, just 130 km from the city. Bordering Oman, Al Ain is a UNESCO heritage site and the place where the UAE’s story began, as the birthplace of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the country's founder.