May 21, 2021 | Europe, Middle East, Travel, Travel Tips
A Complete Guide To Istanbul With TourIstanbul Several years ago I visited Istanbul – twice in the span of two weeks. I took advantage of a program that Turkish Airlines still has in operation called TourIstanbul. If you are flying with Turkish Airlines and have... 
Apr 23, 2021 | Blog, Europe, Middle East, Travel, Travel Tips
A Story of Caution While Traveling Abroad I first traveled to Istanbul as a young, single woman in 2012. I was on my way to visit a friend in Japan and was on a late arrival flight from Nairobi. This story is to share my words of caution while traveling alone abroad,... 
Jun 22, 2018 | Jordan, Middle East, Travel, Travel Tips
Wadi Rum: The best way to visit one of the most beautiful deserts in Jordan Our trip to Jordan was through a tour group, and if you really want to make good use of a trip to the incredible Wadi Rum desert I would recommend going on your own. Because we were restricted... 
May 31, 2018 | Hiking, Israel, Middle East
Hiking Wadi Qelt, one of the most beautiful places in the West Bank Andreas and I love hiking and exploring the great outdoors, and Israel and Palestine have so much hiking to offer it can be a bit overwhelming! One place we highly recommend checking out is Wadi Qelt,... 
May 23, 2018 | Hiking, Israel, Middle East, Travel
To day trip, or not to day trip One place many people overlook spending a good amount of time in is Bethlehem. Because the city is in Palestine, or the West Bank, many are concerned about staying overnight and instead book a day tour to visit the main site: the Church... 
May 11, 2018 | Jordan, Middle East, Travel, Travel Tips
Tips for visiting Petra and Avoiding the Crowds One place that has been on my bucket list for years is Petra. Ever since I watched Indiana Jones as a kid I was inspired by the travels and adventures of Indiana and the amazing places he traveled to all around the...