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Jordan

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Can an Australian be mistaken for an American in the Middle East?

Monday, 28 May 2007 | Views [387]

The simplest way to avoid being mistaken for an American citizen is simply not to declare war on their country.  And the easiest way to convince them you are Australian is simply to avoid acting like an American - but just a side note, it may involve ... Read more >

Tags: Culture


Wadi Rum - How Many Beduin Does it Take To Change a Tyre?

Sunday, 20 May 2007 | Views [471]

One.  Unless the spare is flat and another tyre needs to be transported from camp.  The Beduin pride themselves on living in the desert without food and water.  In fact there is a proud tradition of the Beduin brothers outlasting one another for days ... Read more >

Tags: Adventures


Petra - Siq's, Sun, and Souveniers

Thursday, 17 May 2007 | Views [600]

Walking into Petra is like a child walking into a candy store.  And if you turn right at the entrance gate, you actually will be in a candy store. By continuing forward the local beduin will offer a a horse ride to the siq opening, and for a few extra ... Read more >

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Jordan - Chewing The Fat With The Beduin

Tuesday, 15 May 2007 | Views [744]

The Beduin are self sufficient people from a proud backround and quite often eat chicken, baked potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, onion, garlic, and numerous other delights, and for one extra Dinar they will dance to Michael Jacksons "Thriller.  However ... Read more >

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Amman - Memoirs From Days Inn

Sunday, 13 May 2007 | Views [220]

With intricate golden fixtures, beautifully lush red carpet, and exceptionally professional staff, you could be forgiven for forgetting the "Days Inn" was bombed by terrorists in 2005. The staff are so eagre to be of help, they would offer ... Read more >

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