Doha is a place with ambitious aspirations and opportunities that seem to multiply daily. Over the past 10 years, Doha has emerged as a center for business, culture, sport and education, as well as an emerging media capital. The city has drawn talented people from around the world, global citizens who have joined in the Qatari vision to grow and transform.

The Qatari population has maintained a strong sense of tradition and culture amid this extraordinary change and massive influx of expats. Qatari history and Islamic tradition are incorporated throughout Doha, from the architecture of the downtown core to cultural hot spots like Katara Village, Souq Waqif and the iconic Museum of Islamic Art.

A country rooted in the Persian Gild and brimming with serene locations, Bahrain has all the attributes to be a top tourist destination in the region. Popularly known as the island nation of 51 natural islands and 33 artificial islands, this is a land that ensures your holidays are never dull. In fact, there are many things to do in Bahrain, from adventure activities to scenic tours around the countryside.

So, do you fancy a vacation in this island nation? Here's our take on the top things to try in Bahrain.

Bahrain - which name means "two seas" - was one of the first states in the Gulf to discover oil and to build a refinery. It never reached the levels of production enjoyed by Kuwait or Saudi Arabia, and so has had to diversify its economy. The Muslim country is ruled by a Sunni king, whose family holds the main political and military posts. The divide between the Shia majority and the Sunni rulers has led to long-running tension in the kingdom, which has sporadically boiled over into civil disobedience.

one of the best thing about travel is the food that comes with it, and Bahrain is no exception. A visit to this Gulf island country opens the doors to culinary adventures that extend way beyond the traditional dishes of the region, although there’s ample opportunity to sample those too. From acclaimed regional names to celebrity chef’s these are the best restaurants in Bahrain.

Israel is a truly extraordinary country with so many attractions to discover from mystical seas to important religious cities as well as so many beautiful nature reserves. Here are some of our picks for the prettiest destinations in all of Israel. There is a certain special dimension to the country that is almost indescribable but the only way to fully understand it is to go and discover the place for yourself. 

Israel is a country which, despite it’s small geographic size, has made immense scientific and technological contributions. It is much more than the desert that characterizes it, or the Middle Eastern cultural assumptions usually associated with the country. Check out our list of surprising facts you might not know about Israel.