Ancient times refer to the period spanning from the early development of human civilizations to the end of classical antiquity, roughly 3000 BCE to 500 CE. This era saw the rise of powerful empires, ...

Bettany Hughes is on a mission to understand the secret behind the success of the Nabataeans. The glorious tombs of their cities like Ancient Hegra in AlUla, Saudi Arabia are proof of a rich kingdom.

Pre-Islamic history was once taboo in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Will the ‘rediscovery’ of an ancient people – the ...

Instead, head for the often-overlooked west coast, where you can swim with dolphins and enjoy pristine beaches. There are also quokkas, an extremely cute cross between a cat and a kangaroo, which live ...

Established by the Nabateans, an indigenous people of the region, Petra is located in present-day southwestern Jordan, extending into parts of southern Israel. The Nabateans were known for their ...

On the 75th anniversary of the van that became the VW Camper, the Travel Show sets off on a journey to celebrate this instantly recognisable travel icon. Travel reporter Rob Bell visits the ...

Presenter Roma Wells heads to the north of Iceland to learn how to knit the true Icelandic way. Romania is the latest country to join Europe's Schengen Agreement, making travel across its borders ...