There are various Crusader castles around the world. These are, as the name suggests, castles that were founded or occupied during the Crusades. The castles can be found in the Middle East and the Eastern Med, as well as in Poland and some of the Baltic states. Some of the best crusader castles to visit are in Jordan. We visited the castles as part of our two week Jordan itinerary and absolutely...
Jerash is one of the great places to visit in Jordan! I loved Jerash- it wasn't overly touristy and has some brilliant ancient architecture to explore. It was also super easy to reach from Amman. In this post I will tell you everything that I learn about Jerash to help make your travel plans a little easier! Where is Jerash? Located in the north of Jordan, Jerash is the capital city of the...
Madaba isn't on everyone's Jordan itinerary, but it should be! We spent an afternoon in this ancient city that is somewhat off the typical tourist trail. I loved how it wasn't rammed with tourists and it had a really authentic Jordanian feel to it. It also had some really cools sites to see! In this blog post I will tell you all about visiting Madaba including why you should add it to your...
Aqaba is a popular tourist destination in Jordan, and for good reason! Jordan is a country that has so much to offer, regardless of what type of holiday you’re after. On our travels through Jordan we experienced the hustle and bustle of city life, explored several ancient ruins, drove the scenic Kings Highway, visited several castles and slept under the stars in the desert- all in just a few...
Wadi Rum was a highlight of my travels through Jordan! Visiting Jordan, like many places in the Middle East, can seem slightly complicated. But it doesn’t have to be! During my tour through Jordan we visited many places and Wadi Rum was undoubtedly one of my favourites! So if you're thinking about heading to Wadi Rum, then here is everything you need to know about visiting! What is Wadi Rum?...
Jordan has a lot to offer, especially if you’re interested in history and archaeology. Little Petra is just one of these. Never heard of Little Petra? I hadn't either! In fact, we accidentally stumbled across the archeological area when visiting the main Petra site! In this post I will share with you what I learnt about Little Petra and why it should absolutely be on your Jordan itinerary! What...
During my travels through Israel and Jordan I learnt that there are so many interesting facts about the Dead Sea! So today I would like to share some of them with you... #1 The Dead Sea isn’t actually a sea Funnily enough, it’s not. Despite its name, the Dead Sea is actually a salt lake. Also know as saline lake, a salt lake is a landlocked body of water with a higher concentration of salt...
It was slightly eerie being landlocked by war torn countries, but Jordan is actually one of the safest places I've visited and the people are incredibly hospitable and friendly. There is so much to do for everybody, from children to the elderly and so many great places to stay. So if you're thinking about a trip to Jordan, or booking one of the many Jordan tour packages available I would...
Moving to China is a pretty big deal. There are so many uncertainties and potential risks, but fear not.... If you are reading this article then it probably means that you are either considering moving to China or you have already decided to move to China. As you may...
Bullfighting in Spain is big business. What what does it actually entail? And is bullfighting in Spain ethical? In this article I will talk all about bullfighting and tell you everything that you need to know. What is bullfighting? Photo by Marko Obrvan on Pexels.com...
The history of Thomas Cook plays an important role in the growth and development of the tourism industry. Thomas Cook is (or was) one of the biggest names in travel. Without this company the tourism industry wouldn't look the way that it does today! In this article,...
Ethical tourism is on everyone's mind these days. Over the past decade or two, people have become far more conscious of their actions. Whether it's by turning off the lights when we leave the room, recycling our empty cereal box, not riding elephants in Thailand or...
