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Jerusalem: the Lion of this Kingdom

March 10, 2013 by Matthew RiterLeave a Comment

In May of 2009, my mother and I traversed France over 10 days.  On our final day, at a Paris hotel, I perused cheap flights on the Internet, chancing upon a low-cost Belgian airline, JetAirFly, with one-way flights from Liege, Belgium, to Tel Aviv, for 99 euros.  In Jerusalem, my nephew, Guy, and his mother, Miri, agreed to shelter me from the incoming cultural storm.  My nerves tingled as I considered the implications: Judea, Israel, Jerusalem, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Animal Rescue, Arabic, Beach, Belgium, Christmas, Coffee, Culture, Desert, Drinking, Egypt, Ethiopia, Europe, France, Freeways, Greece, History, Internet, Israel

Step back in history in Savannah

October 5, 2012 by Phyllis SteinbergLeave a Comment

Time has stood still in Savannah with its 24 squares and picture perfect parks with homes dating to the 1700's when General James Oglethrope arrived here to build a colony in the name of England’s King George II. Oglethrope and with city planner, William Bull of South Carolina established the squares and reserved them as public parks among the neighborhoods. One of the homes along the squares Monterey Square is home to Congregation … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Antiques, Bicycle, Civil War, England, Food and Wine, History, Ice Cream, Israel, London, Monterey, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, South Carolina, Trekking, Walking tour, Wedding

Rolf Potts: Travel Writer & Journalist

September 17, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Rolf has built up an impressive resume during his travel writing career. He is the author of two critically acclaimed books and numerous travel related essays. Late last year he set out on a "No Baggage Challenge" Round the World Trip in which the only items he carried were what fit in his pockets. Recently we had a chance to ask Rolf about both his career, travel writing and recent projects.   Q. For those interested in pursuing travel … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: America, Art, Bangkok Thailand, Burma, Cambodia, Desert, Europe, Fashion, Fishing, Food and Wine, Israel, Istanbul, Italy, Journey, Land Rover, Lifestyle, National Geographic, New York City, Paris, South America

Visit Kuwait – July 2011

July 1, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

While Kuwait is certainly not as well known in tourism circles as some of its other middle eastern neighbors (Jordan, Israel, Syria etc), it is a friendly, small and easy to navigate country. Kuwait City is the heart of the country and is spread out along the edge of the Persian Gulf. The major highways are modern and efficient and gas is very cheap. During our stay we rented a car and drove through much of the country. This is a flat desert … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Airport, Desert, Dubai, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Mosque, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Visa, Walking tour

Southern Jordan, Fun in the Sun

January 5, 2011 by Dave2 Comments

We are watching the sun slowly drop below the Egyptian skyline here on the edge of the Red Sea merely 3 clicks from the Saudi border. It is so quiet from our mountain side desert perch. 6 minutes walking gets us to the beach. The air is warm and intoxicating. We are on the Jordanian side now. This arm of the Red Sea contains the world's most northerly coral reefs. The Red Sea is full of coral and brightly colored fish. Just got in from a 1 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: America, Arabic, Beach, Bridges, Canyon, Cell Phone, Chile, Chocolate, Desert, Dessert, Drinking, Food and Wine, Ice Cream, Indiana, Israel, Jordan, Markets, Olives, Oman, Passport

Hitch Hiking through Jordan

June 1, 2010 by Dave2 Comments

There is the Arabic world, the Western world, the Indian world, the Asian world and the African world. we are loving every minute of our time in the Arabic world. Greetings from Dead Sea high on top of Mt. Nebo overlooking Jerusalem City and Palestine Territory. Can see lights of this old city already popping out, about 15 clicks from where we are standing. We are near the John the Baptism site and at the Moses memorial. One … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Arabic, Art, Canyon, Flowers, Food and Wine, Hiking, History, Hitch Hiking, Hot springs, Israel, Jordan, Mediterranean, Mountain Climbing, Olives, River Rafting, Seafood, Spa, Taxi, Trekking

5 Important Tips for Enjoying Egypt

April 21, 2010 by Egypt Ala Carte travelLeave a Comment

Egypt is one of the most fascinating destinations on the world tourist map. This extra ordinary country is today the favorite vacation spot for many, just like it was in the days of the early Greeks and Romans. The thoroughly cultured Greeks, in particular, were fascinated by this civilization that predated theirs by at least 2000 years. When you decide to visit Egypt, you always worry about climate, save places to visit and stay, where and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Beer, Egypt, Food and Wine, Israel, Luxor, Mediterranean, Valley of the Kings

Travel Spotlight: Jordan

November 1, 2009 by Dave10 Comments

Jordan is one of those fantastic countries that has an excellent balance between both natural and historical attractions. In this part of the Middle East everything is located "close" to one another. Jordan is surrounded by a number of countries, it is a small country itself and as a result all of the major attractions are usually within just a several hours drive of one another. The Jordanian people are very friendly and hospitable and are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Arabic, Beach, Bridges, Bus Travel, Canyon, Desert, Drinking, Egypt, Hiking, Hitch Hiking, Israel, Jordan, Lodge, Mountain Climbing, New Zealand, North America, Public Transportation

Traditional things to do in Dubai

May 10, 2008 by LewisLeave a Comment

Is Dubai the new Jerusalem, this millennia’s Babylon, or a middle-eastern Las Vegas? The Emirate city is certainly a new kind of something, that’s for sure. But with the light glinting off the gold cylinders of the Al-Attar tower like it does, it’s hard to think of what exactly. Let’s just say that most of what’s happening here is currently unprecedented, both in terms of scale and – if you consider the devastating combination of sunshine and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Art, Culture, Dubai, Fishing, Food and Wine, Israel, Museum, Pizza, Resort, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Taxi, Traffic, Village

Valencia – The City That Has It All

March 28, 2007 by Alex WelshLeave a Comment

Western Europe is such an ultimate travel destination that anything worth seeing has already been triple-packed. It is practically impossible to find a place that has major attractions yet has retained its innocence. And, out of all countries, Spain - the place where annual tourist head count overtakes that of its residents - is a very unlikely candidate for such location. Valencia leaves you perplexed. When you see the vastness of its … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Arabic, Architecture, Art, Beach, Castle, Chile, Culinary travel, Culture, Europe, Fashion, Fireworks, Flowers, Garden, History, Israel, Istanbul, Journey, London, Museum

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