Middle East
Visit Petra Like Indiana Jones: 1 Day in Petra
In November of 2019 my childhood dream of playing Indiana Jones in Petra came true, and yes, it was just as amazing as I had hoped. Walking through that narrow Siq and having the carved face of the treasury suddenly come to view around the corner was just plain magical, and I couldn’t help but…
Read MoreThe Petra Monastery Hike: A Guide From a Non-Hiker
Petra was a place I dreamed about visiting for as long as remember (well, since I first watched Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade). While I couldn’t wait to walk through the Siq and seeing the Treasury appear, I kept being told over and over about an even better part of the City of Petra:…
Read MoreWhat to Wear in Jordan: Packing tips for Women
Jordan was a dream destination for me. Playing Indiana Jones in Petra, wandering through the ruins of Jerash, and exploring Wadi Rum. I loved Jordan. Not only did it have some amazing sites to see and visit but I found the people warm and welcoming as well. However, as a young, western woman, I did…
Read MoreIs Israel Safe to Visit? 8 Things to Know Before You Travel to Israel
Israel was somewhere I wanted to visit for a while. My mom went when she was around my age and had some great stories about floating in the Dead Sea and exploring the Old Town of Jerusalem. Yet when I told people (other than my mom) that I wanted to travel to Israel I was…
Read MoreWhat to Wear in Israel (& Palestine): Packing Tips for Women
Israel (and Palestine) was one of the most interesting places I have ever been. I learned a ton, saw even more, and left with a head full of knowledge (and, to be honest, a bit of confusion). Needless to say, I highly recommend it as a travel destination, especially if you love history as much…
Read MoreThe Best Places to Visit in Jordan (For any Wannabe Indiana Jones)
In November of 2018, my long awaited dream of being Indiana Jones came true. After years of dreaming about it, I finally got to visit the Kingdom of Jordan and it was every bit as amazing as I hoped it would be. Even though I only spent 3 days in Jordan (more on that later…
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