Middle East
Historical occurrences in the Middle East are something you will observe with your own eyes. As the terrain in this area is dotted with massive stone outcroppings, these stones bear witness to local history. They all bear witness to that rich history—from Roman roads to Egyptian building blocks, and exquisite tombs and temples from Petra to Persepolis.
Turkey
Turkey has more than its share of world-famous ruins and monuments. The ancient port city Ephesus (Efes) to the tall Byzantine dome of Aya Sofya are just a few. Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans all stopped along the old Silk Road. A journey from the Sultan's private quarters in the Topkapi Palace to the enigmatic Lycian ruins on Istanbul's Mediterranean coastline.
United Arab Emirates
Most people think of the United Arab Emirates as just one place: Dubai, the sci-fi-like city of iconic skyscrapers, palm-shaped islands, city-sized malls, indoor ski slopes, and palatial beach resorts. But Dubai isn't the only place in the United Arab Emirates. But there are six more emirates to look forward to, each with its own unique character and appeal