Star Wars Slumbers: Sidi Driss Hotel
Star wars slumbers: Sidi Driss Hotel–Matmata, Tunisia – Hotel Sidi Driss, made famous in the first Star Wars movie in 1977.
Middle East
The Blue Haired Tattooist in Bahrain
Manama, Bahrain: Read about a traveler’s crazy adventure getting a tattoo in Bahrain.
Israel: The Magic of the Holy Land
Israel’s rich history and culture make for an incredible experience for this traveler’s first visit to the Holy Land.
Israel Travel: Seeing the Highlights
A guide to Israel’s dining, accommodations and attractions.
Istanbul: Living on the Asian Side
Turkey: Step away from the busyness of life and visit Princes’ Islands and Istanbul’s Asian side. Experiencing the ‘other side’ of Istanbul, Turkey.
Israel: Embracing All Things Adrenaline
For the thrill-seekers of the world, Israel is a place to fulfill all of your adventurousness and partake in sky diving, bungee and other extreme sports.
Oman: A Search for the Lost Mosque
Oman: Here’s one author’s experience searching for an ancient mosque in the fairytale city of Nizwa.
Egypt: The Exotic Resorts of Soma Bay
Egypt: Read about different exotic resorts in Soma Bay and popular activities and pastimes of the culture.
Turkey: Visiting Urgup, Mustafapasa and The Doll House
Turkey: Visiting Urgup, Mustafapasa & The Doll House. Ann Banks visits Cappadocia for more than the balloon rides.
Paddling the Persian Gulf
Stand up paddle boarding is a great activity – especially in the sweltering heat of Qatar. Enjoying the sport of paddling in the desert country of Qatar.
Iran: Sistan in the Far Southeast
Sistan and Baluchistan: A visit to vacation spots on the sea in the far southeastern corner of Iran.
Egypt: Hiking in the Sinai
Hiking at St Catherine’s Protectorate in the Sinai in Egypt. Joining a Bedouin on a desert hike and barbecue.