Middle East & Africa
Middle East Sunsets
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Discover some of the best spots throughout the Middle East and Africa to witness the magical golden hour just before the night sky takes over.

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Herzliya

Retreat to a seaside spa to catch a stunning sunset. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Herzliya has countless ways to relax and rejuvenate. Enjoy a few rounds in the Turkish-style hammam or dry sauna, arrange for a deep tension-relief massage to smooth out stubborn kinks in your muscles.

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Dubai

Enjoy the Sunset Session at La Baie, a casually sophisticated indoor/outdoor venue with great views and comfortable seating. Grab a lounger or a private cabana and enjoy a cocktail or shisha while relaxing after an eventful day. 

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Al Hamra Beach

Al Hamra Beach isn’t your typical tropical destination. With turquoise waters, pristine white-sand beaches and protected coral reefs just a short drive away from desert dunes, stunning mountains and a bustling city, it’s a truly unique oasis. Soak it all in with a sunset toast overlooking the Arabian Gulf.

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Abu Dhabi

In Abu Dhabi, the concept of having it all is a tangible reality. From sunrises over Al Maqta Creek to sunsets that illuminate Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, every moment here reawakens the senses.

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Jeddah

To enhance the stunning beauty of a Jeddah sunset, be sure to be at Souk Al Alawi as the sun goes down, when the ululations of the call to prayer fill the market. You can find genuine Arabian jewelry and Islamic art and traditional spices and foods that make ideal mementos.

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Cairo

Watch the sun set from the Nile River, as you float along on a felucca, or small sailboat. As the sun begins to dip below the horizon, soak in the colors and fragrance of the surrounding landscape.