The ancient Roman city of Jerash (also known as Gerasa), and the current modern city by the same name, are located about 48km north of Amman, Jordan. It’s the second most-visited […]
8 Things You Need to Know Before Visiting the Dead Sea
The Dead Sea is one of the most unique places on earth. It’s also one of the most fascinating and mysterious! Here are a handful of tips and facts that […]
Discover the Fascinating History of the City of Petra
One can hardly walk through the ancient city of Petra in Jordan without connecting it to the pivotal ending of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. That movie brought even […]
The Citadel in Amman, Jordan – A Walk Through Centuries of History
Reaching the ancient Citadel in Amman requires a short hike through the striking city of Amman, Jordan. Jabal al-Qal’a, (Jabal is Arabic for “hill”, and Amman is built on seven […]
An Unforgettable Night at a Bedouin Camp in Wadi Rum
Not long ago, my husband Mark and I took a group tour through Egypt and Jordan. While Egypt had fascinated me for many years, the only thing I really knew […]