Emirates on October 1 launched its nonstop daily service from Dubai to Edinburgh. Here's what to expect out of this medieval haven
Location scout: Andy Serkis on South Africa
Filming Mowgli in Durban gave Serkis a newfound appreciation for the “Indian City”
Travel essentials: The diving watch
A retro timepiece that offers a new way to experience the ocean’s depths
Stay: On Dubai’s most famous island
At Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa, soak up the atmosphere of Dubai’s most famous island whilst also enjoying a laidback beach retreat
Behind the scenes of the September issue
A note from the editor
Rebuilding an institution
The Address Downtown has reopened after two years. What’s new for the mall-centric property?
The Middle East’s radical green designs
How green could the UAE really be? With a renewed desire for ecological sustainability and the credentials to back it up, a new breed of architects are slowly turning over a new leaf in the country
Travel essentials: the fountain pen
A picture may paint a thousand words, but the simple pleasure of putting pen to paper should not be discounted
A tiny paradise
Far more than just a taste of island life, this cluster of villas – nestled in the azure of a surrounding marine park – offers complete immersion into Seychelles living