Tourism is a big industry for the Middle East, but is it wise to head there now? Gemma Bowes consults tourist boards, tour operators and the Foreign Office
September 2010
Back to Bahrain
His search for the exotic paradise of his childhood proved elusive, but 25 years on Tom Yarwood discovers a new side to Bahrain, the 'Kingdom of the Two Seas'
November 2008
Songwriting sheikh sues Michael Jackson for £4.7m
Son of the king of Bahrain claims he set up singer with a studio on his ranch and advanced him money
March 2008
A new underwater kingdom
Saudi Arabia is a controversial holiday choice but for divers it offers some of the world's last virgin coral reefs, says James Montague
