Turkmenistan isn’t a country that many people get to visit. It’s one of the more unusual destinations I’ve travelled to, with its strange capital city, spectacular landscapes, ancient ruins and traditions that you don’t come across every day. I recently spent two...
When I told friends and family that I was going to Pakistan, the reactions were… dramatic, to say the least. Some were horrified, warning me I’d be kidnapped, or murdered. The reality? None of that happened. Instead, I met some of the kindest, most polite, and...
Overlooked by the Narikala Fortress, the Old Town of Tbilisi (also known as Kala) is a magnificent labyrinth of narrow winding streets, balconied houses, leafy squares, tiny shops, cutesy coffee shops and fabulous restaurants. Balconied Houses In Old Town...
Roman Ruins at The Masada With a few days to spare at the end of our house sit in East Jerusalem, we decided to venture further afield. We had heard a lot about Masada, the ancient fortress on top of a high plateau overlooking the Dead Sea and we couldn’t wait to...
We visited Bethlehem in late November for the lighting of the Christmas tree. I was hoping to sing O Little Town Of Bethlehem under the tree and feel all Christmassy. But unfortunately, the pre entertainment went on so long and the last bus left at 19:30, so...
Admittedly, we were a little bit hesitant at first about visiting Jerusalem. Despite knowing there were so many fascinating things to see and do in Jerusalem, we believe that spending travel money is, in a way, like voting, and the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict...
Dome of the Rock Mosque No trip to Jerusalem is complete without a visit to Temple Mount and the Western Wall, two of the world’s most important religious sites. Facts About Temple Mount And The Western Wall of Jerusalem Temple Mount is located on top of one of the...
What Is The Via Dolorosa? The Via Dolorosa and Souvenir Shop The Via Dolorosa meaning ‘Sorrowful Way’ or ‘Way of Suffering,’ is a processional route for Christian pilgrims in the Old City of Jerusalem. It is said to be the path that Jesus...
