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We’ll Take Care of Your Travel Needs for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Jordan will serve as the host country for the 2016 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup from Sept. 20 through Oct. 21. Matches will be played in Amman, the capital city, as well as Irbid and Al [...]
Combine Fitness and Travel in Jordan – Engaging Cultures Travel – Press Release
Combine Fitness and Travel in Jordan Engaging Cultures Travel has created a Fitness and Adventure tour that promotes healthy lifestyle, pursuit of adventure and crossing the lines of borders and cultures through fitness and travel. [...]
Kairouan – Culture and History in Tunisia’s Spiritual Capital
Recently I visited the city of Kairouan, considered the 4th holiest city of Islam and the spiritual capital of Tunisia. A walk through the city took me back in time as I discovered Kairouan's architectural, [...]
Celebrating Tunisia’s Peace Prize
Here is a video recently released by the Tunisian Ministry of Tourism in celebration of Tunisia recently being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. This how the Ministry of Tourism describes this film: "Tunisia celebrates the [...]
Zaghouan: A Worthwhile Day Trip for Your Tunisia Itinerary
Zaghouan is a small city that's off the beaten path for most Tunisia tours. Recently I was pleasantly surprised by my visit to the city that sits at the foot of Djebel Zaghouan, just [...]
21 Cultural Tips For Traveling In Jordan
I have found Jordan to be one of the most hospitable places on earth (and am fortunate enough to reside there). Visitors are highly appreciated and respected in Jordan. Jordanians are a social and personable people who [...]
Camping in the Sahara -pt. 2
In part 1 of Camping in the Sahara, I described the experience of an overnight camel trek and how much fun it can be. If you're planning your own trip to Tunisia, though, getting to the [...]
Camping in the Sahara -pt. 1
Camping in the Sahara desert is probably the most exotic and fascinating experience for travelers to Tunisia. The vastness of the desert, the fine powdery sand, and the traditional Bedouin way of life make the [...]
A Hike To Remember: Chenini Tunisia
At 9:00 a.m., my new friend Abdu Rahman saddled up the village donkey with all the essentials for our 10 km hike from Chenini to Douiret. This was the first time I was staying [...]
4 Reasons Why Tunisia Is Lonely Planet’s 2015 Top Value Destination
Lonely Planet has produced quality travel advice on Tunisia since 2001, consistently revising their travel books and web information. When I read their travel material, I really get a sense that the authors feel they've [...]
We Meet At The Olive Tree
Bombarded daily by images of a violent interpretation of Islam, Islamophobia is digging deeper into many Western nations. Fear creates a chasm of distrust that keeps us far from one another. Even before we look [...]
Jordan Olive Harvest Experience in Ajloun – Tour 2014
Once again, it's that time of year; the annual community olive harvest in rural Jordan. We are heading to Northern Jordan for a full day of harvesting olives with a Jordanian family on their farm. Learn about [...]
The Blue Doors of Sidi Bou Said
No visit to Tunisia is complete without a stop in Sidi Bou Said -the picturesque hilltop village overlooking the Mediterranean and the Gulf of Tunis. The village has a calm, relaxed atmosphere and outstanding [...]
A Walk Around History: El Jem, Tunisia
The Roman Coliseum in El Jem is a site that consistently impresses me. It was the third largest coliseum in the Roman world, and today Unesco considers it among the best preserved coliseums in [...]
Learn to Cook Mansaf from a Masterchef
Mansaf is unforgettable. As the country's national dish, it is an essential experience on your Jordan tour. A heaping pile of lamb cooked in a tangy yoghurt sauce and served on a bed of rice, [...]
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