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Middle East

Is it SAFE to take your kids to Egypt?

Everyone told us that we had to take our kids to Egypt…but really just to see the pyramids. We were warned ...
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The Ultimate Guide To Red Sea Snorkeling: Saudi, Egypt, Jordan and Israel

After living in Saudi Arabia for years, we're here to show you the best kept secret in the Middle East - The Red Sea is one of the best places in the world for snorkeling and diving - come see why!
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Saudi Arabia Packing List For Women | The Ultimate Saudi Packing Guide

Figuring out what to wear for a trip to Saudi Arabia is enough to make your head spin. Not only ...
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10 Unique and Exciting Places to Explore in Saudi Arabia

World-class historical sites.  Vibrant Culture.  Amazing sea life.  Desert adventures. Is this what comes to mind when you think of ...
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Getting a Tourist Visa for Saudi Arabia + What to Know BEFORE You Go

The sun rising over the desert.  The thrill of diving with whale sharks in the Red Sea.  The tombs and ...
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7 Tips to make your family trip to Petra, Jordan Unforgettable

A trip to Petra, Jordan is the experience of a lifetime.  Truthfully though, I’m hoping that I can visit several ...
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On Moving Back: A Letter To Our Kids

Dear Cameron, Sydney, Landon, Connor and Ethan– It’s hard to really put into words what these last 5 years have ...
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Goodbye Saudi Arabia and hello WORLD TRAVEL

After three and a half years, our time in Saudi is finally coming to an end.  It has easily been ...
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How to not get robbed when traveling with kids + PacSafe bag review

“We were riding the metro in Istanbul.  The train was packed.  One minute I had my backpack on, the next ...
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Experiencing the Finest in Arabian Hospitality

“We’re going to kill the goat now.  Bring your family and come eat” said the man in the parking lot ...
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My Trick to Simple Packing: Eagle Creek Pack-It Cubes

Family adventures are awesome. Packing for them…well, not so much. Whether it’s a camping road trip or a trip around ...
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20 Photos That Will Make You Want to Take Your Family to Petra, Jordan

To say that Petra, Jordan is amazing a serious understatement.  Whether you’re channeling your inner Indiana Jones, brushing up on ...
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Why I hated the Dead Sea, and my kids never want to go back!

In my mind, our visit to the Dead Sea in Jordan was going to be unforgettable.  We would bask in ...
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My Saudi Arabian Birth Adventure

“Are you really going to have your baby in Saudi Arabia?” I think if I had a dollar for every ...
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