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Travel: Post Cards From Jessica

Jordan is so easily wonder via a narrow canyon called Al Siq. It earned the
accessible by road, and to nickname of the “Rose City” because it contains tombs and
miss their UNESCO sites temples carved into the pink sandstone cliffs.
and beautiful terrain is a As you make your 40-minute journey through the stone
mistake. Most cruise ships maze either by foot or by donkey cart, you’ll come up to
moving through the Red the “big” reveal! Passing into the massive opening you’ll
Sea will likely make a port witness the famous Treasury. This towering structure was
stop at Aqaba for a day, or majestically carved into the cliffside. Don’t worry, there
overnight for excursions are plenty of opportunities to collect photographs for your
to Petra and Wadi Rum. Instagram or Facebook. Don’t pass up on the chance to ride
Also, most all luxury tour the camels directly in front of this biblical structure.
operators will either include Travel Tip: Mövenpick Resort Petra is located directly
or offer extensions to Jordan. at the entrance to the historic Jordanian city of Petra. This
I assure you that once you get to Jordan you’ll feel 5-star resort with an oriental flair features 183 luxury hotel
transported to a terrain and culture that will have you rooms and suites plus a wide variety of restaurants for your
feeling like you’re a true Bedouin living a biblical life! culinary cravings.
From Amman to Petra to the Wadi Rum desert, this will be On To The Wadi Rum Desert. Like Lawrence of Arabia,
a life-changing adventure. you’ll venture into the rose-tinted mountains and marvel at
Your Trail Map: Your first stop to Jordan will hopefully the desert vistas. Spend the day traversing the desert sands
be the Dead Sea, so be sure to pack your swimsuit for a dip on four-wheel drive vehicles as you comb the landscape in
into the saltiest body of water on the planet, with around 34 search of a Bedouin village. Once there, you will be treated
percent salinity. Floating has never been so easy. to a traditional Middle Eastern lunch under the tents of this
Also, we have to be reminded that the Dead Sea is ancient habitat. Or you can be offered a short ride via camel
“dying,” and with its waters vanishing at an alarming rate to roam like the locals. This is an experience you’ll never
each passing year the possibility of enjoying a visit to its forget.
To: All Wandering Nomads In Search Of shores keeps receding. For accommodations, many of our From One Sea To Another. You might end your trek
Ancient Treasures clients raved about the luxury Mövenpick Resort & Spa with a stop at the Red Sea. If you have the opportunity to
visit the port city of Aqaba on the Red Sea, you won’t be
Dead Sea.
From: The “Valley Of The Moon,” Wadi Rum Whether you’re arriving in Jordan independently or disappointed as a snorkeler or diver. The Yamanieh coral
Desert with a tour group, you’ll most likely start your adventure reef that’s found in the Aqaba Marine Park is world known
in Amman, the capital of Jordan. Even though it might not for the best views of marine life.
By Jessica Flores. Jessica has worked in the travel and tourism be the most glamorous of cities, the hilly topography and Wheels Down: It was the famous view of the Treasury
industry for well over a decade. She holds both Bachelors and the flourishing art and design scene will remind you of San at Petra seen through the rock corridor of the Siq in Indiana
Master’s Degrees in Hospitality & Tourism Management. As Francisco. Jones and the Last Crusade that initially sold me on the idea
owner of AWAY Travel in Boca Raton, Jessica and staff bring Travel Tip: A great place to park your camel would of visiting Jordan. And it was the world-class archeological
25 years of personal travel experience to an exclusive clientele be the Four Seasons. Perfectly located, this hotel delivers sites, the incredible desert scenery, the friendliest people,
looking for luxury travel planning. Ready for your own journey stunning accommodation and service. Even the standard or most delicious food, and abundant sunshine that had me
to begin? Visit: www.travelwithaway.com. Email me: jessica@ deluxe rooms are beautiful. confirming that my decision was well made. So, while you
travelwithaway.com or call: (877) 493-AWAY. Next Stop: Petra. This ancient Nabataean civilization may not find any of Indiana Jones’s treasure while you’re
Pack Your Camel: I have a lot of clients who visit Israel, was carved completely out of rock. Dating back to 300 B.C., there, I promise just visiting this gem of a country is the
and I totally agree this is one place you need to get on your this city originated when the Nomadic tribes-turned-traders best treasure indeed.
bucket list. But I often recommend that while they are there settled here for security, enabling them to control trade Wishing You Safe Travels,
not to miss visiting Jordan. routes. Today, there’s only one way into the archaeological Jessica

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