It seems dream-like looking back at Oman during my time there as a kid in the ‘80s, and actually, it was even dream-like then. Oman had such a profound effect on me, and when I reflect on my childhood ...

Each year, after much consideration and debate, Afar’s global network of editors, writers, and travel advisors anoints the best new and renovated hotels in the world. For 2025, we’ve selected 25 ...