Posted on December 15, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Jordan, Middle East

Jordan: a land rich in centuries-old history, intriguing Bedouin culture and landscapes that range from vast red rose deserts to the legendary Dead Sea. Situated in the Middle East, Jordan has traditional Arabic flair blended into modern, advanced development, resulting in a safe and fulfilling destination to visit. The country has also gained quite a [...]
Posted on September 5, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Bolivia, Jordan, Lanzarote, Madagascar, Travel Lists, Turkey

Eerie, dramatic and enigmatic: certain landscapes on Earth can be so unworldly, they’re reminscent of scenes from outer space. Many of these hotspots have been sculpted by the hands of Mother Nature, moulded into intriguing destinations that have captivated the imagination of modern-day travelers. While space travel still seems to …
Posted on June 28, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Jordan, Middle East

As we descend into the depths of the Red Sea, the strong waves and whipping winds are replaced by clear-as-glass water and a kaleidoscope of colors. Marine life of all sizes and characteristics surround us. As Barbara and I slowly make our way through the sprawling coral gardens, we spot …
Posted on June 22, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Jordan, Middle East, Photoblog

When the Romans ruled the world, they left behind a legacy, one that would stay with us for milleniums. As a history buff, Roman ruins always have that wow effect on me. With their sheer size and grandeur, I find it hard to imagine that they were built thousands of …
Posted on June 13, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Jordan, Middle East, Photoblog

Mention Jordan and the image of Petra comes to mind. Not just Petra, but specifically its iconic rose-red building, the Treasury or al Khazneh. As a symbol of Jordan, the Treasury is strikingly stunning; but it is also just one of the thousands of impressive rock-cut buildings in the ancient …
Posted on June 10, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Jordan, Middle East, Romantic escapades

As my pilot starts the engine, I put on his Vin Diesel jacket and batman shades and buckle up. Within seconds, we are airborne, flying just inches away from the jebels or rock towers of Wadi Rum in Southern Jordan. I don’t care if the morning wind is whipping across …
Posted on June 9, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Jordan, Middle East

I’m still spinning in ecstasy from my week-long trip to Jordan – jam-packed with adventures, phenomenal sights and out-of-this-world experiences. We went from frosty mountain peaks to sprawling deserts to the breezy sea. Few countries offer as much diversity as Jordan: its distinctive terrains all within a few hours’ drive …
Posted on May 30, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Jordan, Middle East

This week, I’m in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan for a week of adventure. The last time I was here, Jordan blew my mind away with its extraordinary landscapes, rich culture and good food. To me, the journey to Jordan felt like a less-trodden path in comparison to Egypt and …
Posted on April 22, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Egypt, Recommendations

Let´s take a break from my journals on Asturias and head back to Egypt. This is a sponsored guest post by Cheri Felix. I believe in full disclosure, so let me confess: I love Egypt. And not in the “I once had a great time in Cairo” way …
Posted on March 25, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Asia, Europe, Malaysia, Middle East, Recommendations

Mention Paris and more often than not, the first thing that springs to mind is the Eiffel Tower. Many cities in the world are hallmarked by iconic towers that dominate their skylines. The meaning and function of a ‘tower’ have evolved over time: from basic fundamental survival tools to …
Posted on February 4, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Budget Travel, Egypt

This week’s guest post by by Gurdeep Gola brings us on a cinematographic journey through Egypt. With the political chaos happening in Egypt, now might not be the best time to travel to Egypt. Nonetheless, Egypt is one of the most enchanting places I’d visited, and remains an extremely …