Jordan is one of the more popular places to visit in The Middle East, and yet, it still seems like a mystery on what to expect when visiting. After showing up on a whim, here are my top 10 tips on what to expect when visiting Jordan. 1. It’s Expensive Yeah, that’s right. Jordan is …
No visit to Italy is complete without a visit to its capital, Rome. However, because the country has so much to see, there’s a chance you’ll want to cut your time in Rome short in lieu of some other underrated Italian gems. Even if you narrow your time in Rome to just one singular day, …
After a long day, I headed to my local watering hole for a glass of wine. As I sipped subpar Pinot Grigio, I felt a blaring light behind me. The man sitting next to me at the bar screamed, “Yes! Bourdain!” I turned around to watch a younger, less-gray-haired Anthony Bourdain tossing fresh pasta in …
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I had heard Beijing is a stressful city to travel through. Someone had described it to me as “the general population having no regard for human life,” as in, get out of the way or you’re going to get hit by a car, be prepared to be cut in line often, be prepared for people …
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Transiting through China can be a real pain in the butt. Most layovers will be in Shanghai or Beijing, and though I’ve never been to the Shanghai airport, I can confirm the Beijing one is a bit chaotic. If you’re flying to or throughout Asia, you’re likely to see an option to fly with AirChina, …
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Anyone flying through The Middle East is likely to come across flight options via Royal Jordanian Airlines. All layovers would take place in Amman, and though some might only be one or two hours long, it’s worth calling the airline to see if you can extend it at no extra cost so you can spend …
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“Why do you love Italy so much?” my mom asked me at Cafe Florentine in New Hartford, NY over espresso.“Because it feels like home,” I said. I grew up in a small town in Upstate New York, mainly consisting of Italian-Americans and Polish-Americans. To no coincidence, my mother’s side mainly comes from Eastern Europe, while …
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“How do you afford to travel so much?” is by far the most common question I receive. Let me start by saying this question can be perceived as insulting. My entire life, I’ve witnessed people buy houses, go out to dinner several times a week, show off their Chanel sunglasses and even Coach bags, and …
1. The Nature Costa Rica accounts for .03% of the world’s surface, and yet it accounts for 6% of the world’s biodiversity. All of Costa Rica is lush and green, but nothing beats the oasis that is La Fortuna. Many species of trees, birds, flowers, and more can be found in La Fortuna, and it …
I visited Saudi Arabia for a short time in March 2022. Here are 10 important things to know for everyone to know who plans to visit the Kingdom. 1. Women Can Travel Alone The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is constantly making headlines for their stark gender unequal laws. Anytime I bring up a feminist issue …