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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.
Traditional Arabic coffee pot and cups with dates on a tray
Travel

Gahwa and Dates: A Simple Guide to Gulf Hospitality

Learn the etiquette of serving and drinking Arabic coffee, a central ritual of welcome across the Arabian Peninsula.