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Day 3 in Jordan: the lowest place on earth … the Dead Sea!

Today is my friend’s birthday and what better way to celebrate his birthday, and my vacation, than to go to the Dead Sea?! The Dead Sea was a non-negotiable for me on this trip and I am so glad we went! Our first stop of the day was the Octagon Panorama Dead Sea Complex which…
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Jordan Day 2 – Jerash and Ajloun Castle

This morning we left the city and drove north. We stopped to fuel up the car and I learned that all gas stations are full service here. You tell the attendant what type of gas you want (90) and how much (full). They then fill the car up for you and you pay without ever…
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London, UK; International Airspace; Amman, JO
I attempted to sleep in slightly today as my itinerary was fairly light. St. Ermin’s offers a breakfast buffet in the Caxton Grille and I made use of this convenient option. Though not included in my room price, since I booked with points I had a basic room, it was satisfactory. The scrambled eggs, hashbrowns,…
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Afternoon Tea at St. Ermin’s Hotel

I booked a classic afternoon tea experience at the Tea Lounge at St. Ermin’s and was impressed with the menu, service, and experience. I would describe afternoon tea to my American friends as a meal but think in terms of finger food. The menu consisted of sandwiches, sweet treats, freshly baked scones, and, of course,…
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A March morning exploring London
My first stop was the British Library. As a bibliophile, I always enjoy a trip to a bookstore or library. While I only spent about an hour at the library, it was well worth the visit to walk through the exhibit. I saw various texts of religious, political, and scientific importance including the Magna Carta…
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This is NOT your Instagram influencer style travel blog.
Don’t get me wrong, I like the glam Instagram pics and videos as much as the next person. I mean they are GORGEOUS. Regardless, you won’t see pics of me in a flowing dress with perfectly curled and styled hair running barefoot through the desert. It’s not my style and I’m not sorry because that’s…
