AlUla was a place I had been curious about for a while, but I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect before visiting. It’s often described as Saudi Arabia’s most impressive historical destination, and while that’s true, it also feels refreshingly…
Saudi Arabia had been on my mental travel map for years, but always as a place I assumed I would never actually visit. For most of my life, the Kingdom felt closed, inaccessible, and deliberately off-limits to tourists. That perception…
Jordan has to be one of my favorite countries in the Middle East. It is known for its rich history, cultural attractions, and natural beauty. From the ancient city of Petra to the stunning desert landscapes of Wadi Rum, Jordan…
The mystical sandstone city of Petra has entranced and mystified travelers for ages. Famously described as “a rose red city half as old as time,” this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site served as the capital of the powerful Nabataean kingdom between…
Dubai may appear to be small in size, but its offerings are enormously vast. So if you are planning to visit the city for just two days, it can be sometimes exhausting to put together a perfect Dubai program. In…
Lebanon has always been high on my list of places to visit. I’ve been to much of the Middle East and I’ve always found the region to be fascinating in its history and culture. Lebanon is the without a doubt…
Lebanon has gone through some radical and extremely unfortunate changes in the past few years. The economy is for a lack of a better word, in shambles. The currency has taken a huge hit and will continue to do so…
Egypt is one of my favorite countries when it comes to diving. The stunning contrast between turquoise sea, desert, and towering mountains is just one of the most stunning landscapes in the world. Then there is everything below the water…
The best places to surf in Africa form an incomplete circle around the continent. Grab your board and be ready to travel. From Morroco in the North, to Cape Town in the South; from the warm, sweet Indian Ocean on…