Week 2 was dedicated to a little adventure and animal sighting. I started the trip with a safari in the savannahs on the hottest day of the year. Not the brightest idea but still had a wonderful time. I ended the week enjoying Mount Kigali …
During my first week in Rwanda, I wanted to learn about the history, and culture, and enjoy some good cuisine. I did not know much about Rwanda before I journeyed over, but I knew about the genocide. I did not expect the country to be …
I was lucky enough to have experience living in Kigali, Rwanda for about a month. During this time, I learned a great deal about the country. I will provide some basic tips to maneuver around the country. While most travelers will go from point A …
As my trip came to an end, I decided to take things slow and enjoy Amman. Destinations: 1. Roman Theatre → Taha Al-Hashemi St., Amman, Jordan In the heart of Amman is the Roman Theatre. The theatre sits on the opposite side of the citadel. …
Wadi Rum is a desert landscape with reddish sand that became a protected area in early 1997. This landscape provides an uncanny Mars-like scenery making it popular in several Hollywood films. Wadi Rum is a must-visit for travelers in Jordan as it provides uninterrupted views …
Petra is an ancient city in Jordan that is now part of the new wonders of the world. To get the most out of Petra, it may require 3 days, but if you are short on time, a full day may suffice. Entry to Petra …
The weather is taking a turn for the worse. We were making our way down to Petra while visiting all the castles that we could. Destinations: 1. Kerak Castle Location: 7VGR+9HJ, Jerash, Jordan Time Spent: 1 hr 15 mins Opening Hours: Varies My favorite castle …
The highlight for today was to enjoy the dead sea. I want to float in the sea with little to no effort. Let’s see if it is worth it. Destinations: 1. Jordan Trail in Umm Qais We woke up at 8 am to hike the …
Today was our first full day in Jordan. We headed up North to have an authentic cultural experience. We started the morning sightseeing a few touristy attractions before our driver dropped us off at our host family. Destinations: 1. Jerash Ruins Location: 7VGR+9HJ, Jerash, Jordan …