I was worried about Jerusalem for the kids because Temples, Mosques and Churches are basically uninteresting to a child. We’ve been trying to explain the religious significance of Jerusalem for the past month, but as a non-religious family, the scale…
Jordan to Israel Crossing: Day 5
Day five is a transition day. We ended our stay at the Jordan Dead Sea with a little spa activity – the girls got their nails and toes done. ‘Professionally painted’ Lily says with pride. Then a few runs down…
Petra, Jordan: Day 4
It was a good night’s sleep for the first time in days. We awoke refreshed but it started off slow. Our driver didn’t show-up at 7am. After fighting with my phone and doubting that I had properly confirmed the reservation,…
Dead Sea, Jordan: Day 3
Day three was loooong for Emma and me. Our bodies woke us up at 2am after only a few hours sleep. She read her book ‘Avalon’ and I watched a little of the movie ‘Hellboy’ before we got up and…
Day one and two: Blast-Off! Our arrival in the Middle East
This is our initial 36 hour trip from our home to our first night abroad at the Jordan Valley Marriott on the Dead Sea.