Scents of Arabia: A Perfumed Path Through Dubai, Muscat & Taif

The Arabian Peninsula is golden domes and epic deserts more than it is—it's also a land of fragrance. Centuries back, the likes of frankincense, myrrh, rose, and oud have been mythical part of royal, social, and religious functions. Now, a new type of experiential travel is in the process of creation: the Arabian Perfume Trail—a travel experience that has people following their nose through culture, craft, and memory.

1. Dubai, UAE – The Scented Metropolis

Dubai: a future city constructed on the precepts of centuries past—and nowhere is that paradox better described than in its perfume culture.