Middle East Nutz and Bolts Articles
Saudi Arabia Travel FactsThe 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 [...]
Jordan Travel FactsThe 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 [...]
Israel Travel FactsThe 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 [...]
Lebanon Travel FactsThe 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 Travel FactsThe 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 [...]
