In contrast to the ancient beauty of Jerusalem, Tel Aviv was in many ways a modern city. We were there primarily to enjoy the Mediterranean beaches.  Indeed the water was…

Jerusalem was THE highlight of my trip, visiting the Holiest of Holies was truly overwhelming. Crossing overland from Jordan (via the Allenby Bridge) into Palestine and to Jerusalem, the border…

From Wadi Rum, we continued our journey towards the north of Jordan along the King’s Highway to make it to Madaba. Along the way, we went to the Crusader fortress…

For my 30th birthday, I spent the day and overnight trekking through the desert at Wadi Rum, famous for its incredible colours and serenity, as well as the site where…

Along with (Heartbreak Contiki) Niki and (Sneaky) Pete, we continued our journey on ferry from Nuweiba, Egypt to Aqaba, Jordan. From there, we met our charming, yet grating, taxi driver…

My last stop in Turkey, the peaceful port town of Çeşme was a nice place to take it easy before embarking on my Maramara Lines ferry to Brindisi, Italy.  When…

After falling ill with a stomach flu and a fever on my overnight bus from Goreme, Cappadocia, I struggled my way back west to Pamukkale to see the white calcium…

Away from the beaches, and in a desert region, Cappadocia is a UNESCO world heritage site known for its naturally unique rock and vally formations called ‘fairy chimneys’. In Persia,…

A backpacker haven, as well as an ancient Lycean city, Olympos was isolated from the intrusive coach parties and annoying cruise ships.  Olympos had the best beach I visited, and…

Upon the recommendation of Megan and Jane, I visited Kas, a beautiful harbour town along the Mediterranean Sea.  I was able to relax, dive, and swim under the basking sun. …