Middle East Travel
You had better take some good advice before visiting the Middle East. The area has some stable countries (respect local culture and laws to the maximum) but there are some areas/countries at war.
With recent conflicts still happening in Syria the area and bordering countries you should be extra careful if you absolutely cannot avoid them.
There are safer destinations like OMAN and the UAE.
Cities like Dubai however has a very safe reputation and welcome millions of tourists yearly without issue. As a female there are some things to be very careful of. Review the sections of your favorite travel websites and of course our own information.
One of the seven regions representing a part of the United Arab Emirates is Ras al Khaimah. In the north of the country it is the main access point for climbers and adventurists intersted in Jebel Al Harim. An hour away from Dubai International Airport it is an area worth considering as an alternative to Dubai.
A little bit about Dubai and if it might be a good destination for you from the standpoint of tourism and you being on holiday in Dubai.
Located in the Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea is Socotra. Located closer to Africa than the Arabian Peninsular it is in fact part of Yemen. You can fly into Hadibu the capital from Sana'a and Aden. Its alien like landscape is very unique and the island is best known for its botanical uniqueness and biodiversity. An example of which is the Blood Dragon Tree pictured named as if the bark is pierced the sap is a curious red colour. The desert rose is another shrub that has a very bulbous base holding water to tide it over the dry season. Its not just the fauna that is amazing Socotra hosts many bird species such as the Egyptian Vulture the orange plumage distinctive.
When to go: Avoid the monsoon season June through September and try to go in the cooler months of January and March. Further Reading:
Visit http://www.socotraisland.org/
