Wadi Rum , Jordan

A maze of monolithic rockscapes rise up from the desert floor to heights of 1,750 m, creating a natural challenge for serious mountaineers. Hikers can enjoy the tranquility of the boundless empty spaces and explore the canyons and water holes to discover 4000-year-old rock drawings and the many other spectacular treasures this vast wilderness holds in store.

Octopus Card in Hong Kong

Word to the wise: Keep your Octopus card for your next Hong Kong visit as it is good for three years from the date of purchase.

If you are visiting Hong Kong for more than just a day, it is advisable to purchase an Octopus card. The card is rechargeable and works on all buses and across the MTR network as well as in a number of stores, such as branches of 7-Eleven.Simply buy the card at any MTR station for returnable HKD 50 deposit, charge it with your desired amount and then use it as you travel around the city. This is especially handy on buses, which only accept the correct change.

Dubai

Dubai is one of the top cruises destinations in the Middle East, offering many onshore and offshore attractions to explore—ranging from modern skyscrapers to traditional historical sites and extraordinary man-made islands. There are plenty of travel companies offering cruise tours around the stunning Arabian Gulf waters, with a range of special packages to choose from. Dubai cruises could be the right idea of romance for the newly-weds.