Jordan is a country full of out of this world landscapes with ancient history right at your fingertips. You can spend days wandering around Petra taking photograph after photograph! And not only Petra, the Mars like landscape of Wadi Rum, the ancient Citadel in Amman and the Roman ruins in Jerash all make for amazing […]
Movenpick Tala Bay Review and Tips for Choosing the Best Jordan Beach Resort
Most people think of Petra when they first think of Jordan. But with the increasing flights into Aqaba, right next to the Red Sea, more and more people are choosing a Jordan Beach resort vacation. They can enjoy sun, waves, pools, kids clubs and relaxation while taking day trips to some of Jordan’s most popular […]
Arabs and Israelis Leaving the Middle East with More Questions than Answers
Why I am even more confused about the Holy Land after visiting Israel and the Palestinian Territories Let me preface this by saying that I do not come from a religious background. I am Canadian, and white, and went to Sunday School as a kid, so you could call me Christian, although I could […]
How to Get from Amman to the Dead Sea
Visiting the Dead Sea in Jordan is one a bucket list item for many visitors! There is something to be said about visiting the lowest point on earth and experiencing the surprising buoyancy of the Dead Sea. Unfortunately, there are NOT a lot of ways to get from Amman to Dead Sea. The Amman to […]
Visiting Rural Japan Countryside: What is it like?
I recently had the opportunity to visit the Shimane Prefecture in Japan. It is the second smallest prefecture in Japan population wise, but the mythical heartland of the country. Having only spent a few hours in Japan before arriving into the local airport, I had no idea what to expect. But what I did experience […]
Is Egypt Safe to Travel To?
When I booked my plane tickets to Egypt from our home in Canada, I was met with skepticism and dismay from many family members, who’s first question was “Is Egypt safe to travel to?” and “but you are leaving the kids at home right?” How I could consider a visit to what they considered a […]