It has petroleum and a fast-growing economy alongside stunning beaches and buildings; Business Destinations looks at the less oily side of Kuwait

Cities hoping to curb their carbon footprint have researchers in overdrive to find the next big solution. Catherine Smyth looks at some of the more curious policies pursued in the quest to save energy

Often overshadowed by its better-known neighbours, Abu Dhabi has been purpose-built for business success. Catherine Smyth finds that it holds some pleasant surprises for the discerning entrepreneur

Home to a host of stunning landscapes and epic wildlife, Zambia’s natural charms and knowledgeable locals have ensured its status as a prime ecotourism destination

From liveability to freedom of the market, Canada consistently ranks highly on top 10 lists. Vancouver, in particular, has proven itself to be a prime location for startup businesses, thanks in part to its highly skilled population and wealth of industry

With countless countries backing out of trade with Iran, Jules Gray addresses whether the nation can afford to go solo, or will be forced to open up to the rest of the world

A movie-making Mecca, Los Angeles, California is an emblematic city. With its glamorous and often questionable past, Rita Lobo explores how the city has evolved from a sun-drenched town to one of the most iconic settings in the world

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to gently cruise through wonders of the rainforest in perfect luxury, then Delfin Amazon Cruises has just the trip for you

Once famous as the country where General Pinochet overthrew Salvador Allende’s socialist government in a bloody US-sponsored coup in 1973, Chile is now a major investment prospect

If your business plans present an excursion to Malaysia, a trip to the Putra World Trade Centre – winner of Best Meetings & Conference Centre, Asia, 2012 – could be all you need to make your event a success

Directly overlooking the tranquil Beira Lake in the very heart of Colombo is a five-star work of wonder – Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is Business Destinations’ Best Luxury Hotel, Sri Lanka, 2012

With a cool climate that’s top on the quality-of-life index, Malta is currently one of the hottest destinations to invest in property thanks to a decade of pioneering work from Tumas Group