We highly recommend adding a visit to the village of Ghor al Mazra’a onto your customized private Jordan tour. The location of Ghor al Mazra’a makes it an excellent stopping point for a unique experience of humanity as well as a delicious lunch when traveling between Petra or the Red Sea […]
Want to explore ancient Roman ruins, shop lively souks perfumed with spices, visit an iconic movie set, and ride a camel into the Sahara sunset — all within a day’s drive? Look no further than Tunisia. Its relatively small size, abundance of cultural and historical sites, natural beauty and friendly locals make it an ideal […]
From harvesting olives in the north to camping in Wadi Rum in the south, the adventure possibilities in Jordan are endless. One of the hardest parts of planning a trip is knowing where to start. Here’s some inspiration for experiences to include on […]
Cheek to the dust.
Blow.
Beside me, Suleiman leans in, too.
We turn our faces away to breathe, then blow again on the glowing tinder.
The call to prayer begins down below, from the one-room mosque by the tree in the valley.
Tendrils of smoke make me blink.
I’m here with my family, in Feynan, in the arid valleys of southern […]
The Sousse Medina is a UNESCO World Heritage site full of rich history and cultural significance. It’s easy to access whether you’re on a beach holiday in Sousse or exploring Tunisia on a country-wide tour.
Here’s an overview of the main things to see […]
Runners of the Zriba Night Trail race head out of the village just after crossing the start/finish line.
On July 20th, more than 700 runners from all over Tunisia, including my wife and I, gathered in the ruins of a Berber village, Zriba Al […]
Whether Palestine is already on your travel wish list or you’re wondering if it should be, here are five reasons to visit:
Have you ever been told it’s best to avoid discussing politics and religion? In some cultures and situations, those topics may be seen as taboo. But […]
With the opening of Ryan Air’s low cost flights to Jordan, there is no reason not to tour Petra, experience the Wadi Rum desert, and rejuvenate at the Dead Sea.
Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a fantastic launch pad into the country. […]
I remember the first time I traveled to the East coast in the US. I distinctly remember saying to myself, “Woah, this building was built in the 1700s!” Then I moved to Jordan where everything is old. We’ve got stuff from the book of Genesis for Heaven’s sake!
Like you, I have personally experienced the transformative power of travel. This is one of the reasons I settled in Jordan; a small country with amazing sites, limitless potential for adventure, and some of the friendliest people on the planet. Travel magazines are now highlighting why a Jordan tour is a must for […]
