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Middle East Travel

Road Tripping Israeli Style: A complete Israel road trip itinerary

March 13, 2016 by Karen Turner 36 Comments

People always talk about epic road trips around the US, but why not around a country full of incredible natural beauty, history, and modern cities?  Luckily, Israel isn’t too big, so an road trip around Israel can be shorter.

If you follow this trip, you’ll visit Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, snorkel in the Red Sea, explore Roman ruins, swim in the Mediterranean Sea, explore old caves, hike in the Negev, see wild ibex, and experience the spiritual side of Israel.

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Filed Under: Adventure Travel, Israel, Middle East Travel, Travel Tagged With: israel, middle east, road trip, Travel, travel tips

What to wear in Muslim countries for female travelers by country

December 25, 2017 by Karen Turner 13 Comments

Let’s get this out of the way: not every Muslim country in the world is the same all around the world; what is appropriate to wear in Muslim countries differs by country and this is your guide to as many Muslim majority regions/countries that I could find advice for.  Even within one country, what is appropriate clothing in one Muslim country might vary between the city and the countryside.  Keep reading on how to dress appropriately for various Muslim countries for female travelers with tips on what to wear in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa by country….

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Filed Under: Albania, Borneo, Brunei, General Travel Tips, Jordan, Kosovo, Local Guides, Malaysia, Middle East Travel, Sustainable Tourism, Travel Gear, Uncategorized Tagged With: Asia, Brunei, Malaysia, Travel, travel clothing, travel tips

Wadi Rum Camp in Jordan & Wadi Rum Jeep Tour

February 19, 2016 by Karen Turner 28 Comments

The most magical part about Jordan by far was experiencing true Bedouin hospitality and the vastness of the Wadi Rum Desert in all its sparse beauty.  In this post, I explain the lessons I’ve learned about modern Bedouin life, what you should know before visiting a Bedouin family, discuss camping out in the middle of the Wadi Rum desert, and show some incredible views of the desert. Read more & see more incredible photos under the cut!
Want to experience Jordan's unique culture and beauty? Learn about the modern Bedouin lifestyle & what you need to know before you visit a Bedouin family. Photo Inspiration for camping out in the Wadi Rum desert luxury-style!
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Filed Under: Jordan, Middle East Travel, Sustainable Tourism, Uncategorized Tagged With: jordan, middle east, Travel, travel tips

Israel to Jordan and the Incredible City of Petra

January 31, 2016 by Karen Turner 16 Comments

Ever since seeing Indiana Jones, I’ve wanted to see Petra.  In this post, I cover basics of traveling in Jordan, getting there from Israel and Petra, how much time to give yourself to enjoy Petra, including what not to miss!  ****Post was updated February 16, 2017 as the border crossing has changed in 2017.*** 

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Filed Under: Israel, Jordan, Middle East Travel, Travel Tagged With: israel, jordan, middle east, Travel, travel tips

What to do during an overnight layover in Dubai: A review of our night tour of Dubai

August 8, 2018 by Karen Turner 7 Comments

Sometimes, you find an amazing flight for a very cheap price, however there’s something off about it.  This happened when I was heading to Borneo last year.  After realizing that we had a 10 hour layover at the Dubai International Airport while flying Emirates economy, I ended up looking into nights tours in Dubai as it was my first time in the U.A.E.  This post is about my experience doing an overnight layover in Dubai and what to expect in terms of the airport/leaving the airport!

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Filed Under: Airline Reviews, Airport Reviews, and Flying Tips, Middle East Travel, Travel

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