Itinerary for Israel’s South — Negev Desert & Dead Sea
Israel's southern half is dominated by the vast Negev Desert. Summers are hot and dry but winter days are. Continue reading
Negev Desert hikes: Avdat NP to Ein Akev Spring to Sde Boker Kibbutz
My last excursion in Israel's South took me into the desert: First, I explored ancient Avdat and then I went in. Continue reading
Life in the Negev Desert: Your guide to Mitzpe Ramon
Mitzpe Ramon translates to "Ramon lookout." A fitting name for a small town perched on the cliffs of Ramon Crater. Continue reading
Hiking in the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, Israel
Ein Gedi (also: En Gedi) is Israel's biggest oasis. Set between the Dead Sea and the Judean Desert, it has springs. Continue reading
How to visit Israel’s Dead Sea
One of the must-do experiences in Israel is a bath in the Dead Sea. You can book a tour from Tel-Aviv or. Continue reading
Israel guides: Masada — sunrise, history, and stunning landscapes
"Go see the Masada sunrise!" is a sentence you will hear all over the hostels in Jerusalem and Tel-Aviv. I saw the. Continue reading
Your comprehensive guide to Eilat, Israel
I arrived in Eilat from Aqaba, Jordan, and came here for New Year's, mainly to relax, enjoy the warm sea, and do. Continue reading
My accommodation in Jordan
Accommodation in Jordan (at least between Amman and Aqaba) covers everything from cheap hostels over Bedouin tents. Continue reading
How to Hammam in Amman
I had arrived in Amman with rain pouring and temperatures hovering below 10°C. My large hotel room unimpressed. Continue reading
The Jordan Pass & why you should visit Jordan (beyond Petra)
So you are dreaming of going to Petra but don't really know what else there is to do in Jordan? Here's a quick. Continue reading
