Crossing into Israel/Palestine from Jordan can be a bit intimidating for some travelers. Here’s a step by step of how to cross from Jordan to Israel-Palestine via Allenby Bridge, also known as the King Hussein Bridge.
The Allenby/King Hussein Bridge is the most accessible crossing from Amman to […]
If the late, great Anthony Bourdain taught us anything, it’s that the best food a country has to offer is often found not in fancy restaurants, but in the humble hole-in-the-walls where average people go for lunch. Tunisia has plenty of fine dining options, but the heart and soul of Tunisian cuisine can be experienced […]
If you assume Jordan is hot, dry, and sunny, you would be correct… about 30% of the time! There are four seasons in Jordan and the weather directly impacts what you can do and what you should wear. Use this weather guide to help you pack and […]
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 […]
On a Jordan tour, you’ll find a fair amount of meat, eggs, and dairy in the local cuisine. But there are also colorful salads, tasty dips, and numerous other dishes that can be made without any animal products. Here are some tips for vegetarian and vegan […]
About once a week in Tunisia, I experience a version of this conversation:
Taxi driver: [In French or English] Hello! Where do you want to go?
Me: [In Arabic] Good morning! Souq Sibit, please.
Taxi driver: [In Arabic] You speak Arabic?! Where are you from? How do you learn it?
In some countries, […]
Is Tunisia safe in 2019? If you’re considering traveling to Tunisia, the safety question may be one you’re asking. As a travel company, this question is absolutely important, and we frequently evaluate it. We also understand it’s a crucial question for travelers to get a fair answer to. In this post I’m going […]
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 […]
One of the best things about travel is that it takes you beyond the headlines and into the daily reality of a place. Stories about the Middle East that make the international news tend to be disproportionately negative. So you might be wondering (and surely some of your […]
Visiting a new place can be daunting. But knowing what to expect before you travel to Jordan can help ease your mind and make the entire trip—from planning the itinerary to packing your bags to exploring the destination—much more enjoyable. Here are five tips to help you prepare for your journey to Jordan (keep […]
