The following is a sampling of our preferred properties in some of the locations visited on this tour and is meant to be indicative only. Hotel properties are not confirmed until 30-60 days before trip date. You can click on the hotel photo to view the official hotel website (if available). For sample hotels in other locations on this tour, please contact us.


  Kurdistan Hotels

Please note: For security reasons, we do not publicly publish our hotels in Kurdistan. If you would like a list of sample hotels used on previous tours, please contact us.
  Swiss-Belhotel Plaza

Location: Kuwait City

Rating: 4-star

Swiss-Belhotel Plaza Kuwait is prominently situated in Kuwait's city center, connected to a shopping mall with over 200 retail outlets and various restaurants. Rooms: air conditioning, direct dial telephone, TV, ADSL internet access, personal safety deposit box,
coffee and tea making facilities.

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  Mercure Doha

Location: Doha, Qatar

Rating: 3-star

On the Persian Gulf and in the heart of the city, the hotel is located near the traditional Arab souk and the National Museum. Mercure Grand Hotel Doha offers 175 air-conditioned guestrooms located on 12 floors, all of which modern decor and open onto balconies. Amenities include cable television, complimentary wireless Internet access, tea and coffee-making facilities, direct-dial phones and minibars.

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  Al Jawhara Gardens

Location: Dubai

Rating: 3-star

Over 100 tastefully decorated rooms and suites, complimented by the warm hospitality that is unique to The Emirates. The hotel's recreation facilities are first-rate, including an outdoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam-room, and fitness center. Rooms feture: air conditioning, hair dryer, in room safe, television, bathtub, shower, mini bar.

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