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Is Israel Worth Visiting?
People are always very curious about why I travel to Israel.
Continue ReadingA Turkish Coast Conundrum
I made up my mind—I made my hotel reservation—in minutes.
Continue ReadingAmman Starts Here
As you plan your trip to Jordan, deciding how many days to spend in Amman is essential to striking the right balance.
Continue ReadingWhere to Base Yourself in Israel
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
Continue ReadingThe Least Iranian Place in Iran
Iran itself was just about the only place traveling in Tabriz didn’t call to mind.
Continue ReadingIs Tehran Worth Visiting?
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 ReadingThese Are the Best Beaches in Oman
Truly wonderful Oman beaches are few and far-between, to an extent that might surprise you if you’ve never been.
Continue ReadingBeirut Starts Here
As the world finally escapes from the throes of Covid-19, 3 days in Beirut is just what the doctor ordered.
Continue ReadingCappadocia Starts Here
I’ll end by telling you a little secret about Cappadocia balloons.
Continue ReadingThe Truth About Turkey’s Cotton Castle
I wanted to see Turkey’s “Cotton Castle” for myself the moment I saw a picture of it.
Continue ReadingIstanbul’s Best Vantage Point(s)
Istanbul is gorgeous from any angle, but all vantage points are not created equal.
Continue ReadingTurkey in the Time of Covid-19
I’ll never forget the experience of living unafraid in Turkey while so much of the rest of the world cowered in fear.
Continue ReadingA Taste of Istanbul
A trip to Istanbul is as much about seeing sights as it is about feeling the energy of a city that straddles continents and centuries.
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