travel

What Marrakech’s Jardin Majorelle taught me about travel and living in the moment

The Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech is a magnet for Instagrammers. But when did travelling become more about getting likes on Instagram than about exploring beautiful places, meeting people from different backgrounds and cultures, and informing our understanding of the world?

Kasbah Bab Ourika: Paradise Found

If you’re visiting Morocco, don’t miss a trip to Kasbah Bab Ourika in the Atlas Mountains. Its authenticity and deep connection to the local environment shine through in every detail – from the rose petals scattered on your pillow on arrival to the bowls of home-grown oranges on every table top. Just a stone’s throw from Marrakech, it’s the perfect place to relax, recharge and come back to yourself.

24 Hours In Muscat

Oman has become a popular tourist destination and Muscat airport is a frequent layover spot for tourists in transit. Here are out top tips on things to do in Muscat in 24 hours.

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13 essential blogs and websites to help you understand the Middle East

These 13 English-language Middle East blogs and websites are essential reading for anyone interested in Middle East politics and culture.

5 reasons to visit Petra

Known as the “Lost City”, the “Pink City” and even the “Rose Red City”, Petra is…

Socotra: Conflict and climate threaten Yemen’s “alien” island paradise

Famous for its bizarre natural life and dramatic scenery, the Yemeni island of Socotra is…

Why learning about other cultures is the best way to change the world

Pink Jinn was founded on the belief that learning about and engaging with different cultures…

Misfat Al Abriyeen: A Peaceful Oasis In Oman’s Hajar Mountains

Nestled in the foothills of Oman’s Hajar mountain range overlooking a steep valley is the…

Feynan Ecolodge: Setting The Standard For Ecotourism In The Middle East

On World Environment Day, we’re celebrating the positive impact Jordan’s Feynan Ecolodge is having on…