Egypt: The Mystery of King Tut
King Tut in Egypt: Mary O’Brien travels to Egypt and visits the Great Pyramids at Giza, the Sphinx, the Valley of the Kings and the temples at Luxor.
Middle East
Mesmerizing Mountains of Iraqi Kurdistan
Iraq: Hiking to the summit of Mount Halgurd in Kurdistan’s Zagros Mountains with Secret Compass, in a place where few tourists ever set foot.
Thrilling and Chilling: Baghdad Noir
If you are a fan of thrilling stories of crime and mystery, the newest addition to Akashic Books’ Noir series will surely satisfy your itch for excitement, Baghdad Noir.
Jerash: the Epic Ruins in Jordan
Jordan: A highlight in the north is Jerash, where spectacular Roman ruins remain intact, and you can visit them close up.
Louvre Abu Dhabi: A New Museum for the Arab World
A third Louvre, after the famous museums in Paris and in Northern France, opened in November 017. The Louvre Abu Dhabi will be a museum for the world with treasures from Paris and many other works of priceless art.
Al Ain, A Desert Oasis in the Emirates
Al Ain, in the UAE, is a desert oasis with intricate water channels called Falaj, and green, going back to the earliest days of the 20th century.
Achieving Proper Solitude in Kurdistan
Secret Compass takes intrepid travelers to places few others will ever get to see. The trip is to a Kurdistan mountain, the second-highest in Iraq
Jordan’s Striking Petra: Truly Unforgettable
Petra is a stunning ancient site that everyone should see. It’s located in Jordan, and Bedouins, take tourists to see the spectacular carved buildings.
Ex-pat Living: Is It for You?
Ex-pat living can be different than people think, and the author is an Italian who has lived in Israel, tips on how to enjoy your ex-pat experience.
Abu Dhabi: Opulent City in an Affluent Nation
Abu Dhabi is an opulent, breathtaking city in the United Arab Emirates. It even has gold-sprinkled cappuccinos! Taking a tour of the city and attractions.
In the Land of Invisible Women: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia: In the Land of Invisible Women by Qanta A. Ahmed, MD.A female doctor’s story. Navigating life in the sex-segregated country of Saudi Arabia.
United Arab Emirate’s Two Most Impressive Mosques
Two of the world’s most impressive mosques are in Dubai, the Jumeirah Mosque, and in Abu Dhabi, the huge Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, touring both mosques.