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A traditional majlis room with floor cushions and a brass coffee pot
Travel

The Majlis: A Simple Guide to Gulf Hospitality for Visitors

The majlis is the heart of Gulf social life. Here's how to understand this tradition and participate respectfully as a visitor.
An ornate incense burner releasing fragrant smoke in a traditional Gulf setting
Culture

Bukhoor: The Gulf's Fragrant Incense Tradition

A guide to bukhoor, the scented wood chips and resins that perfume homes, clothes and gatherings across the Arab Gulf, and how you can enjoy this ancient ritual.