The federation of the United Arab Emirates was founded in 1971. The population is quite young, with a little over 51 percent of the nationals under the age of 20. There are special cultural tours available where you can engage in UAE travel and live in the desert as early nomadic tribes did. You could also spend time on the coast at the harbors where fish are plentiful, and are often sold at the souqs, or markets. You will find a plethora of items native to the region for purchase at the souqs, including various foods such as dates for which the United Arab Emirates are famous, as well as many spices, seafood, and colorful fabrics. For these reasons UAE travel is unique



Egypt travel is excellent during the fair times of year. The best weather occurs in spring and fall for a visit. There are many excellent sites of antiquity to visit during Egypt travel, including Aswan. Here is located the mighty Aswan High Dam, as well as the Tombs of the Nobles. The city of Cairo offers the majestic Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum. To get a sense of the local culture, consider a visit to Islamic Cairo, which offers a taste of what Cairo was like in the Middle Ages, and is a wonderful place to explore mosques. A sailboat, known as a felucca, ride at sunset on the Nile River is the experience of a lifetime, and is a “must-do" during Middle East travel.

Saudi Arabia resides on the Arabian Peninsula. You will fall in love with the zesty Saudi cuisine, featuring spices such as cardamom, saffron, and musk. Algebra mathematics is an Arabic invention, and Saudi Arabia is where Islam originated in the sixth century. The late King Abdul Aziz renovated and expanded the Holy Mosque in Makkah beginning in 1988. Every year the Jenadriyah Heritage and Cultural Festival is held, which features traditional camel races, music and dance.

Qatar travel offers many natural features that make for an interesting visit. The Oryx Farm and the Al Shaqab Stud Farm are two that merit attention. The Oryx is the national animal of Qatar. It is a large member of the antelope species that has beautiful upright horns. The Arabian Oryx has also been reintroduced in Saudi Arabia, Israel and Bahrain. The Stud Farm is home to purebred Arabian show and race horses. You can also take a Desert Safari tour, where you will spend time traversing sand dunes, as well as sea swimming. During your Middle East travel, Shopping at souqs, and visiting the Corniche coastline are a great way to see Qatar.