Articles by Criselda Diala-McBride

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Go Local: Satisfy Your Wanderlust on Staycations in the Middle East and Africa

Ready to stretch your legs without trekking too far from home? A quick staycation may be just what you need. Autumn in the Middle East — when the summer heat has finally dissipated and the…
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How to Beat the Heat in the Middle East This Summer

You may think that summer in the Middle East is not for the fainthearted. After all, the region’s arid climate means outside temperature can reach a sizzling 122 degrees Fahrenheit and humidity levels a shocking…
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Why Abu Dhabi Is Perfect for a Long-Haul-Flight Layover

Relieve all your travel stress at a Turkish-style hammam. (Photo: Alamy) Having 24 hours to kill on a layover may seem like a soul-crushing prospect, but it needn’t be if you find yourself in Abu Dhabi,…
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Where to Go in Abu Dhabi to Impress Your Emirati Colleagues

Get the deal done in the Aloft Abu Dhabi’s sleek spaces. (Photo: Marriott International) If you think the business scene in Abu Dhabi is all about oil, think again. True, the city owes a lot…