So many new hotels have emerged in this dynamic region, where cities have sprung up from the desert. With this expansion, GoTravelDaily has created a new category this year. Our readers’ choices spanned multiple countries, from a glass-and-steel high-rise in Dubai to a Moroccan hotel modeled after a royal residence. Every year, for our World’s Best Awards survey, readers are asked to weigh in on their travel experiences globally, sharing opinions on leading hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Hotels were rated on their facilities, location, service, food, and overall value. Properties were classified as City or Resort based on their locations and amenities.