Begin 2026 in style on our 12-day cruise around the southern Gulf states. This round-trip from glitzy Dubai heads first to the tip of Oman where we stop at Khasab, with must-see sights including the magnificent, crenellated fort. Turning north, we sail to the lesser-known emirate of Fujairah and then Muscat, capital of Oman, renowned for its souks and seafood. After a relaxing day at sea, we stop at Abu Dhabi, with its spectacular skyscrapers and art galleries. Our next port of call is Sir Bani Yas island, offering beaches, watersports and a wildlife reserve. We then call in at Doha and visit Bahrain, which is gaining an increasingly excellent reputation for its foodie scene, before returning to Dubai.