The Basics Country: Saudi Arabia Where is it?: Saudi Arabia is in the Middle East, bordering the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea, north of Yemen. Why do people go here?: Most people can’t get into Saudi Arabia, unless you’re a Muslim on a holy trip to Mecca. Otherwise, Saudi Arabia is one of the [...]
The Basics Country: Jordan Where is it?: Jordan is in the Middle East, northwest of Saudi Arabia. Why do people go here?: Most tourist come to Jordan to visit the ancient city of Petra. However, Jordan has so much more to offer – and there are few tourists. If you want a good starter country [...]
The Basics Country: Israel Where is it?: Israel is in the Middle East, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Egypt and Lebanon. Why do people go here?: Israel’s sites, like Jersusalem are some of the most scared places in the world, for Christians, Jews and Muslims. What are the main entry points?: Most people fly into [...]
The Basics Country: Lebanon Where is it?: Lebanon is bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Israel and Syria. What are the main entry points?: Travelers usually enter Lebanon from the airport in Beirut. It has connections to many places throughout the world. If you’re traveling overland, the only way to reach Lebanon is through Syria. The [...]
The Basics Country: Syria Where is it?: Syria borders the Mediterranean Sea, between Lebanon and Turkey. Why do people go here?: Friendly and safe, Syria is often misunderstood as being a haven for tourists. It’s not. Perhaps the best in the Middle East, the country is full of impressive empires that have left their marks [...]
