I made up my mind—I made my hotel reservation—in minutes.
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Amman Starts Here
As you plan your trip to Jordan, deciding how many days to spend in Amman is essential to striking the right balance.
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Getting around in Turkey is much easier than you’re probably thinking.
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Even if you’ve already decided to visit both TLV and JLM, this post will help you gain a clear idea of what to expect in each city.
Continue ReadingIran Begins in Isfahan
It’s not an exaggeration to say Isfahan is my favorite city in Iran
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Iran itself was just about the only place traveling in Tabriz didn’t call to mind.
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Whether you spend one, two or three days in Tehran, here’s how to make the most of your time in Iran’s capital.
Continue ReadingCity of the Pink Mosque
Whether you spend two or three days in Shiraz, the Pink Mosque is only the beginning of all there is to see here
Continue ReadingHow to Make the Most of Muscat
Muscat was far from a highlight of my trip to Oman, but I wouldn’t recommend skipping it—necessarily.
Continue ReadingWelcome to Wahiba Sands
Chilling amid Oman’s dunes is a relaxing, pleasurable and worthwhile endeavor.
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