Royal Suite bath, The Lana, Dubai

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Venice, when it was at its zenith, loved showing off its wealth just as much as Dubai does today. We returned to the former, a city still dear to our hearts, during its much-maligned high season to find out how difficult it was to escape the crowds. Our affection for Dubai has been slower to develop, but the openings of a sophisticated hotel and an array of superb new restaurants have raised our estimation of the emirate significantly. It was also a great pleasure to set sail with the Crystal cruise line, recently resurrected under new ownership. And look for a selection of enviable experiences around the world that our Travel Office can arrange. The impressive examples it provided have us all itching to hop on a plane.

September 2024

Venice

Review

The Persistent Charm of Venice

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Experiences

Escaping the Crowds in Venice

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Review

The Best Wine Bars in Venice

Review

Off-the-Beaten-Path Dining in Venice

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Favorites

Modern and Contemporary Art in Venice

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Video

Inside Opulent Venice Hideaways

Dubai

Review

A Game-Changing Hotel in Dubai

Andrew Harper at Sea

Review

Crystal Cruises: A Controversial Line Reassessed

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE

Video

Footage From Our Crystal Symphony Cruise

Columns

News

Top Luxury Hotel Openings Now

Experiences

Beyond Hotel Bookings

Last Word

Editor’s Note: Holiday Escapes