QUICK FACTS Region: Simon’s Town, Cape Peninsula Best time: Morning, when penguins are most active onshore What to wear: Swimwear acceptable for swimming sections; respect the no-touching rule Entry: Small
Month: June 2026
Saadiyat Beach: The Complete GuideSaadiyat Beach: The Complete Guide
QUICK FACTS Region: Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi Best season: November to April What to wear: Standard swimwear is fully acceptable Entry: Public access free; some sections through hotel beach clubs
Qasr Al Watan: The Complete Visitor GuideQasr Al Watan: The Complete Visitor Guide
QUICK FACTS Region: Abu Dhabi Best time: Late afternoon, staying through to the evening light show Dress code: Smart casual, modest dress recommended Entry: Paid ticket, multiple tier options Ideal
Louvre Abu Dhabi: The Complete Visitor GuideLouvre Abu Dhabi: The Complete Visitor Guide
QUICK FACTS Region: Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi Best time: Late afternoon for the dome’s light effect Dress code: Smart casual; no specific restrictions beyond general modesty Entry: Paid ticket, advance
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: The Complete Visitor GuideSheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: The Complete Visitor Guide
QUICK FACTS Region: Abu Dhabi Best time: Opening time (before 9am) or just before sunset Dress code: Mandatory full-body covering; abayas provided free for women who need them Entry: Free
Abu Dhabi: The Complete Guide to the UAE CapitalAbu Dhabi: The Complete Guide to the UAE Capital
Abu Dhabi is the UAE’s capital and, despite Dubai’s higher global profile, the wealthier and arguably more architecturally serious of the two cities. Where Dubai built its identity around speed
Padmanabhaswamy Temple: The Complete Visitor GuidePadmanabhaswamy Temple: The Complete Visitor Guide
QUICK FACTS Region: Trivandrum city centre (Fort area) Entry restriction: Hindus only — strictly enforced at the gate Dress code: Mandatory: dhoti for men, traditional attire for women — enforced,
Napier Museum: The Complete GuideNapier Museum: The Complete Guide
QUICK FACTS Region: Trivandrum city centre Best time: Weekday mornings, avoid Mondays (closed) What to wear: No specific dress code; modest casual wear is standard Entry: Nominal fee, separate small
Kovalam: The Complete Guide to Kerala’s Best-Known BeachKovalam: The Complete Guide to Kerala’s Best-Known Beach
QUICK FACTS Region: Trivandrum, Kerala (16km from city centre) Best season: November to February What to wear: Swimwear acceptable at the main beach; modest cover-up for walking through town Nearest
Ponmudi: The Complete Guide to Trivandrum’s Hill StationPonmudi: The Complete Guide to Trivandrum’s Hill Station
QUICK FACTS Region: Trivandrum, Kerala (61km from city centre) Best season: September to March What to wear: Closed-toe grip shoes, light layers, a windproof top for the summit Nearest airport: