Over 400m below sea level, the Dead Sea was one of the most surprising, unique 
experiences on my Jordan journey. Coming from someone who has grown up in the ocean and spent as much of my waking childhood hours in the water as out of it, I was completely shocked by my Dead Sea submersion… or attempted submersion since technically I couldn’t completely submerge myself in the Dead Sea. Continue reading
Jerash, Amman, desert castles, Karak, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Ma’In Hot Springs, Dana 
Biosphere Reserve, Wadi Rum, Aquaba, the Dead Sea, and the Red Sea were all part of my Jordan journey. It will take several days and maybe even weeks of posting to cover all of my amazing experiences and give you a proper tour of Jordan. If you just can’t wait for my Jordan journey, you can check out my Facebook and Instagram for more photos and a faster glimpse into life in Jordan.
See you later today for my experience at The Dead Sea, one of the most spectacular natural and spiritual landscapes in the world!
The Kings’ Highway in Jordan is the world’s oldest continuously used communication 
route. It used to link ancient Bashan, Gilad, and Ammon in the north with Moab, Edom, Paran, and Midian in the south. This scenic route winds, drops, twists, and meanders through the heart of the Jordanian highlands, passing through the country’s most spectacular landscapes and some of its most important ancient sites. But words can’t do it it justice. Continue reading
I could live in the ocean if I could only breathe under water. I love everything about it… the 
sounds, the smells, the sights, nothing is more relaxing or refreshing. I grew up next to the ocean so it brings me back to my childhood and elicits some of the fondest memories of my life. Any location that offers great beach destinations automatically draws me so Bermuda was always high on my list of places to visit. With azure blue waters and bold, colorful fish, the snorkeling in Bermuda is some of the best in the world, making it my favorite family activity in the country. Continue reading
Jordan’s rose-colored sandstone city, off maps for centuries, is a bucket list experience
not to be missed. On the edge of the Arabian desert, hidden in mountains south of the Dead Sea, Petra had disappeared from maps for more than 1,000 years. Thought to be at least 3,000 years old, Petra is one of the ultimate bucket list destinations. The city’s architectural beauty survives from it being chiseled directly from the sandstone mountains. Temples, tombs, a highly sophisticated hydro system, and a monastery are linked by trails, steps, and ancient caravan routes. Journey back in time with me to Petra and become part of My Jordan Journey. Continue reading
Vast, echoing mountains, sandstone gorges, an endless, deserted path, and me… (as well
as other bloggers from Canada, Mexico, and the US, a guide, and two reps from Tourism Jordan, but that doesn’t sound as good). Hiking the 14 km from Wadi Dana to Feynan, Jordan was one of the most difficult treks of my life. It’s not that 14 km is that difficult under normal standards, but I was battling a cold and strep throat. I hadn’t slept in days and coughing through the night was as common as taking a breath. The dry, windy desert played its role like a fiddle too, not to mention the 40 C temperatures. Ashamed and defeated, I did make it to Feynan but it wasn’t without its trials. Would you have missed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hike through one of the most beautiful places in the world because you were sick? You might change your mind after I share my story, regardless of your standpoint. Continue reading
In the last few days, I hiked all of downtown Amman and the Citadel, Jerash, Evason Ma’In 
Hot Springs, Madaba and Mount Nebo, Feynan, and Little Petra and Petra, all while battling a cold and strep throat. We hiked for more than 5 continuous hours yesterday in the desert after sleeping in tents. It has been difficult at times, but here is a preview of some of the views. Do you see why it’s all worthwhile?
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