Marhaba! Hello and welcome to Middle East Journeys!
I am Soumya, a history buff and passionate traveler with a special love for the Middle East. Through my travel blog, Middle East Journeys, I want to share the region’s beauty with the world, especially its history, art, food, culture, and nature.
Middle East Journeys aims to be a resource for those looking to travel to all the fabulous Middle Eastern destinations, including but not limited to glitzy and glamorous Dubai, lesser-known ancient cities of Saudi Arabia, and the gorgeous beaches of Aegean Turkey.
Since the definition of the Middle East varies between organizations, and the number of countries included in the list also varies, we will try to cover the entire region and include as many countries as possible. Sometimes, the similarities between the countries may be geographical, and sometimes cultural. And that’s what makes the Middle East so beautiful.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about traveling to the Middle East. I am happy to help.
About Soumya
I am a travel journalist (bylines in BBC Travel, Condé Nast Traveller, Architectural Digest, Deccan Herald, Time Out, and more) with a special affinity for everything Middle Eastern.
I have lived and worked in the Middle East (including Kuwait, Dubai, Doha, Bahrain, and Istanbul) for several years and now call Riyadh home.
I am passionate about ancient history, art, architecture, and food. I run a history and culture-focused travel blog, Stories by Soumya, where I talk about long-lost civilizations and historical cities.
Architectural marvels such as the barjeels of the Middle East and colorful art forms such as Al-Qatt of the Asir region in Saudi Arabia fascinate me. When not traveling or writing, I research ancient cities such as Petra and AlUla or try delectable Middle Eastern sweets such as Halawet el Jibn.
Soumya’s favorite places in the Middle East
Abha – The Jacaranda Wonderland of the Middle East
Dubai Old Town – Beyond the Glitz and the Glamour of the City of Gold
The Lost Nabataean Tombs of Hegra in Saudi Arabia
The Ancient Necropolis of Saqqara in Egypt
