Iran: A Day of Freedom in the Desert
Iran: A day of freedom in the desert | Max Hartshorne takes a tour of Dasht-E-Kavir, the desert lands near the holy city of Qom in Iran.
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Iran: A Conversation in the City of Poets and Nightingales
Julian Worker describes a conversation he had with an Iranian wishing to practice his English.
In Search of the Real Dubai
United Arab Emirates: Lucy Corne and her friend Sean search the tourist hub of the United Arab Emirates searching for the ‘real’ Dubai.
A Youth Trip to Israel
Jon Brandt visits Israel with Taglit-Birthright, visiting Jaffa, Caesarea, Masada, and, of course, Jerusalem, a holy site for Jews, Christians and Moslems.
Grenada: A Nation on the Rise
Grenada: Jon Brandt visits the Island of Grenada and samples the rum, the hospitality and the natural beauty.
Syria Unveiled: A Country of Hidden Treasures
Syria: A visit to Aleppo and Damascus in Syria, as well as the Crac des Chevaliers, a famous Crusader castle. Tragically, most of these sites are now gone.
Jordan: Petra Rocks
Petra in Jordan where natural rock formations and historic temples join to create one of the most amazing historical-geological marvels in the world.
Mummy Dearest: A Visit to the Real Egypt
Egypt: David Rich makes a visit to Egyptian museums and historic sites including the Western Oases and includes his usual fantastic photographs.
Desert Adventures in Qatar
One of the greatest pleasures in the desert is the sparkling of the stars at night. They seemed close enough to touch. I felt sure that I would not sleep. It was my first night in the desert and I didn’t want it to end.
Tunisia Will Seize Ya
Tunisia: David Rich visits Tunisia and describes the extensive Greek and Roman ruins, the succulent cuisine and the friendly locals.
Qatar: Capturing the Magic of Arabia
Qatar: The author provides a detailed guide to the attractions, hotels, restaurants and markets in Qatar.
Floating the Dead Sea, Exploring Jordan’s Wonders
Kent St. John explores Jerash and the Dead Sea and other fascinating sites in Jordan.
Cyprus: A Divided Island Begins to Prosper
A guide and information for travelers to Cyprus.
Oman: Storybook Enchantment
Oman: Ulrike Lemmin-Woolfrey describes the sultanate of Oman with its rich heritage, splendid scenery and many other attractions.
Istanbul: City of Superlatives
Istanbul Turkey: Jessica Hayden describes the many scenic, historical and recreational attractions of Istanbul on the Bosphorus straddling Europe and Asia.
A Celebration in Luxor: A Little Humor Goes a Long Way
The author visits Luxor, Egypt, and attends a wedding party, which reveals a lot about the culture of Egypt and Luxor like nothing else can.
Jordan’s Greatest Treasure: Petra, Aqaba Down Under
GoNOMAD Senior Travel Editor Kent E. St. John visits Jordan and describes Petra, The Rose City, and Aquaba down under.
Dubai – Destination Mini Guide
Dubai is unlike any middle-eastern holiday you will ever take. Dubai is a luxurious city destination offering a contrast of east meets west, where the traditional and modern blend in harmony.