From the mystical villages built on cliffs' edges in Dogon Country to the legendary ancient city of Timbuktu, which has long been synonymous with "a place unreachable," the wonders of Mali never cease. In the midst of this fascinating nation, lies another prized treasure - Teriya Bugu. More on...

If you are an expatriate in the Gulf or have only a few days traveling in the Middle East, do I have the place for you: Jordan.  A land rich in culture, history, tradition, and food, Jordan is often known as the Switzerland of the Middle East. Spend a long weekend and enthrall yourself to a...

Experience Bedouin Hospitality and Arabian Nights in Jordan's Wadi Rum DesertFor centuries, Bedouin tribes have lavishly entertained their guests amidst the dramatic scenery of Wadi Rum, Jordan. This is a stupendous, timeless place, virtually untouched by humanity. Here, it is the weather and...

In contrast to its locale, landscaped with sand dunes and rugged terrain, the region near the remote village of Essakane, Mali is no cultural desert. This is the home of one of the world's most unique musical events, Festival in the Desert, held annually every January. Located two hours from...