Hipster Jerusalem: Things to do near Zion Square
When I first landed in Israel (well, walked into Israel, really), I had little idea of what to expect. Coming from Egypt, I was already used to the Middle Eastern lifestyle (ie, things…
Camping at Wadi Rum…Bedouin style
The absolute highlight of my Christmas in Jordan trip (yes, I liked this even more than Petra), was camping overnight in Wadi Rum. When I was in the Middle East on my round-the-world…
When Moses saw the Holy Land: Viewpoint at Mount Nebo, Jordan
Mount Nebo, a viewpoint and summit in Jordan, is (according to the Bible) where Moses first saw the promised land. Today it’s a popular tourist site where you can catch some truly spectacular…
Chefchaouen’s disappointing waterfall
Chefchaouen’s disappointing waterfall Chefchaouen, Morocco is in the north of Morocco and is probably most famous for its beautifully vibrant blue medina (or city center). The Morocco Lonely Planet also said the city…
Inside the Tel Aviv Museum of Art
Inside the Tel Aviv Museum of Art A view inside the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. I spent over four months living in Tel Aviv, not far from the Tel Aviv Museum of…
Why I wanted to visit Petra a second time
Back in December I visited Jordan for the second time. I’d been to Petra the year before (read about my first visit to Petra here) but when I had won a Christmas travel…
Forgetting what it feels like to travel
For lack of creativity, time and battery power, I’m not really sure how to word this feeling I’ve got. But, as the title suggests, it feels like I’m slowly remembering what it feels…
Should you visit Israel?
Maybe you’ve heard great things about Tel Aviv’s nightlife (even here on this blog). Or you’re interested in Middle Eastern history & culture. Or maybe you’re religious and interested in the religious history…
Take a Seat in the Lap of Luxury
The following is a guest post by M.E. Reidy, about the wonders of Dubai.
Travel Responsibly in Israel: the City of David
Recently there was a travel post over at Landlopers.com about the archaeological City of David site in Jerusalem. Because Matt refuses to post the entirety of my comments on his post** (understandably it’s…
17 May 2012
Jarmo @ Arctic Nomad — The trees on the railway tracks are pretty cool. And I really like the idea of a graffiti park.
17 May 2012
Brock - Backpack With Brock — Insightful! Little experiences you have while traveling add a lot to who you are and what you want to do...
16 May 2012
Candice — This looks awesome! And positively dangerous...
16 May 2012
Adam — Okay THIS SOUNDS AMAZING. Thanks for sharing! Haven't read that book either...will look it up for sure.
