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Rosemary Behan

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A return to Cambodia's Koh Russey island

Rosemary Behan returns to the country and finds that much has changed in the decade since her last visit

February 21, 2019

The poolside offers some quiet time. Courtesy Taj Mumbai

Hotel insider: Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai

Exceptional service and original architectural features make this a hotel that everyone must visit at least once

February 13, 2019

The infinity pool and pagoda at the Atmantan. Courtesy Atmantan

Kickstarting a healthier, more active lifestyle at Lake Mulshi in India

We test out a four-day weight-loss retreat at Atmantan in Pune

December 12, 2018

Trekking at Wrangell St Elias in Alaska. Photo by Rosemary Behan

Alaska: call of the wild

Making the most of almost 24-hour daylight in summer is key to a two-week trek around the epic interior of America's biggest state

November 29, 2018

The UnCruise boat in Misty Fjords National Monument, Alaska.

Passage to Alaska

A luxury small-boat cruise from Seattle to Juneau balances adventure with home comforts and gourmet food

November 29, 2018

Social network applications including Facebook, Instagram, Slack, Snapchat, Twitter, Skype, Viber, Teamsnap and Messenger, are on display on a smartphone / AFP PHOTO / Eric BARADAT

On the move: why the proof is in the picture

Survey suggests that 80 per cent of UAE residents plan their holidays around taking photos to share on social media

November 28, 2018

In February 2008, buildings slowly begin to emerge around what will become the race track. Courtesy Yas Marina Circuit

On the move: When reaching the finish line is just the start

In the past 10 years, Abu Dhabi's landscape has matured into a much more comfortable place, with a functioning bus service and cruise ships visiting

November 23, 2018

Rooms are fully booked at Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi for Friday and Saturday but cost up to Dh17,850 for Sunday night. Courtesy Hotels.com

Hoteliers in pole position for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as rooms go for up to 20 times usual price

Hotels across Abu Dhabi report 100 per cent occupancy figures despite increased rates

November 22, 2018

24 Hours in Madrid

Spain's capital is as enjoyable as a destination in which to walk, eat and talk as it is to tick off major sights

November 16, 2018

"Art and history host" Pilar Berrozpe in action at the Reina Sofia, Madrid's national museum of 20th-century art.

On the move: why everyone should visit art galleries abroad

You might dread it and it does take time, but it's always worth making an effort for art, even if you're in a rush - as it helps to build understanding

November 15, 2018

The Garra Bar on the ground floor of the Barcelo Torre de Madrid.

Hotel Insider: Barcelo Torre de Madrid, Spain

With several new Barcelo hotels opening across the UAE, we check into its flagship property, a good-value designer haven in the Spanish capital

November 7, 2018

Delays on a British Airways flight from Orlando to London's Gatwick Airport this week meant the trip took 77 hours instead of 88.

On the move: how to deal with an airline delay

Despite a booking, passengers should remember no flight is guaranteed and that people flying between or within foreign countries may be protected from delays and cancellations by the laws of another nation

November 6, 2018

Hyderabad International Airport CEO P. Sripathy and Etihad Airways Sales Vice-President Adrian Parkes give a press conference in Hyderabad on November 12, 2009. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) national airline has launched four flights a week between Abu Dhabi and Hyderabad, the capital of southern Indian state Andhra Pradesh. AFP PHOTO / Noah SEELAM (Photo by NOAH SEELAM / AFP)

15 years of Etihad Airways: milestones in the growth of an airline

More than 139 million passengers have taken to the skies with an extraordinary airline launched in the UAE capital on November 5, 2003

November 5, 2018

The Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi Corniche will open in January 2019. Radisson

Radisson to take over landmark Hilton hotels in Abu Dhabi

After decades of management by Hilton, the Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Abu Dhabi Corniche and Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort Al Ain will open in January 2019.

November 1, 2018

Simple light switches in hotels are underrated.

On the move: when hotel lighting is a turn-off

As hotels embrace ever-more “high tech” flat screen panels and tablets to control room lighting and other functions, The National’s travel editor reflects on being driven mad by malfunctions and longs for the humble switch

November 1, 2018

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Rosemary Behan

A return to Cambodia's Koh Russey island

Hotel insider: Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai

Kickstarting a healthier, more active lifestyle at Lake Mulshi in India

Alaska: call of the wild

Passage to Alaska

On the move: why the proof is in the picture

On the move: When reaching the finish line is just the start

Hoteliers in pole position for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as rooms go for up to 20 times usual price

24 Hours in Madrid

On the move: why everyone should visit art galleries abroad

Hotel Insider: Barcelo Torre de Madrid, Spain

On the move: how to deal with an airline delay

15 years of Etihad Airways: milestones in the growth of an airline

Radisson to take over landmark Hilton hotels in Abu Dhabi

On the move: when hotel lighting is a turn-off

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