Amman Travel Information
Posted by admin on Aug 07, 2011 | Leave a Comment
Amman is the capital and largest city of Jordan and a fascinating mixture of ancient and modern. The city is a commercial centre with modern hotels and good shopping opportunities in the numerous malls, most of them located in Western Amman, as well as museums and historical ruins from Roman, Byzantine and Arab origin. In addition, Amman is an ideal starting point to trips to other destinations in Jordan, like the Dead...
Aqaba Travel Information
Posted by admin on Aug 03, 2011 | Leave a Comment
The beautiful Red Sea port city in the southernmost part of Jordan, Aqaba offers beautiful beaches, desert and mountain landscapes and plenty of sunshine. The warm, crystal clear waters of the Red Sea with coral reefs rich in marine life are great for diving and other water sports such as windsurfing. In addition, Aqaba offers luxury beach hotels, bargain shopping and magnificent desert views.
Beaches, water sports...
Petra (Wadi Musa) Travel Information
Posted by admin on Aug 03, 2011 | Leave a Comment
One of the new Seven Wonders of the World, the mythical ancient city of Petra is the major attraction in Jordan and a UNESCO World Heritage Site with magnificent ruins of tombs, temples, palaces and other ancient structures carved in the mountainside. The desert area around Petra offers also great hiking opportunities. The Turkish baths, hammams of Petra and Wadi Musa are ideal places for relaxing and pampering yourself....
Jordan Travel Information
Posted by admin on Aug 01, 2011 | Leave a Comment
Rich in historic sites, the small Arab Kingdom of Jordan is almost a landlocked country in the Middle East. The small coast of Jordan by the Red Sea with its beaches and coral reefs and the inland Dead Sea are ideal for water sports. Jordan is also home to scenic deserts and highlands, impressive ancient ruins and several scenic nature reserves to visit.
Lively, historic cities, desert nature and fascinating ancient...
Muscat Travel Information
Posted by admin on Jul 31, 2011 | Leave a Comment
Flanked by dramatic mountains and bordering the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Oman, Muscat, the capital of Oman is a fascinating blend of old and new: there are colorful souqs, spectacular mosques, medieval forts next to modern malls and world-class hotels. In addition, Muscat is home to long, sandy beaches and a great variety of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed nearby.
Sightseeing and sports in the historical...
Salalah Travel Information
Posted by admin on Jul 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment
A nature and beach lover’s paradise, Salalah has pleasant tropical climate and beautiful landscape with wide white sand beaches, mountains, lush vegetation, coconut palms and wildlife. This second largest city of Oman offers good chances for activities like scuba diving, trekking and birdwatching. In the colorful Souq of Salalah you can buy beautiful Omani handicrafts and the famous frankincense tree.
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Oman Travel Information
Posted by admin on Jul 26, 2011 | Leave a Comment
A wealthy traditional sultanate in the Arabian Peninsula, Oman is the country of dramatic and unspoiled landscape with deserts, beaches, valleys and mountains. Rich in history and culture, Oman is home to beautiful mosques, colorful souqs and traditional festivals. The friendly Omanis warmly welcome a visitor in their home country which is a fascinating blend of old and new.
Mountains, beaches and colourful souqs in...
United Arab Emirates
Posted by admin on Jul 25, 2011 | Leave a Comment
The United Arab Emirates are an interesting holiday destination with white-sand beaches and a lot of sunshine. This rich country is home to big modern cities with luxury hotels, multitude of duty-free shopping opportunities and nightlife, as well as traditional Bedouin culture and vast deserts good for jeep safaris. Where else could you watch camel racing and try your skills of indoor skiing during one day only?
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Aleppo Travel Information
Posted by admin on Jul 22, 2011 | Leave a Comment
Aleppo is an intriguing historical city that has been one of the commercial and cultural centers of the Middle East for thousands of years. History buffs will surely enjoy walking the streets of the Old City of Aleppo, a World Heritage Site and one of the oldest cities of the world, filled with ancient architecture and temples of several major religions. The many souqs and bathhouses and the lively local culture of Aleppo,...
Damascus Travel Information
Posted by admin on Jul 21, 2011 | Leave a Comment
If you want to explore the ancient cultures and religions of the Middle East, Damascus is a perfect destination for you. The capital of Syria is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world, established sometime between 8,000 and 10,000 BC. Damascus offers a wealth of historical sites including beautiful mosques and churches, ancient walls built in the Roman era and seven gates leading to the Old town, as well as...
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