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Turkey has so much to offer, and you will find something that interests you. History? Aplenty! Landscape? One-of-a-kind. Food? Finger licking. Beaches? Inviting. So the hard questions are how long you have and what do you want to see first?… Continue Reading →
The Lut Desert Iran, also called Dasht-e Lut (meaning Empty Plain in Persian) is a massive salt desert close to Kerman in Iran. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the hottest places on earth! We included a trip to… Continue Reading →
A popular destination, Hormuz Island was a welcome rest on our Iran itinerary. The salty air and the warm temperatures of the Persian Gulf were a different experience after the dry and cold landscapes of Northern Iran and Central Asia…. Continue Reading →
One of the oldest Persian cities, references to Shiraz go back to 2,000 BC when the city of Tirazis was mentioned on Elmative clay tablet. With so much history in and around the ancient town, Shiraz is a vibrant city… Continue Reading →
Most travelers to Turkey explore the west side of the country. And for good reasons, of course. Istanbul and its beautiful architecture, the turquoise beaches of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas, and the millennia-old history in sites like Ephesus. But… Continue Reading →
Since I watched the movie, Lawrence of Arabia, when I was little, Wadi Rum held a unique mystic. A visit to the famous Jordan Desert was high on my travel bucket list, so when I got a chance to travel… Continue Reading →
Seating in both Europe and Asia, Istanbul offers a glance of past Roman and Ottoman Empires in the Old Sultanahmet, stepping into religious changes at the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, and the vibrant site of the Istanbulite life of… Continue Reading →
Kerman Iran is the main hub to explore the Lut Desert, but the ancient city offers plenty on its own. Kerman is indeed worth a visit and you can spend two days there. Here are our recommended things to do in… Continue Reading →
Head to the city of Kerman Iran, and plan your road trip to the Lut Desert, Bam, Mahan, and Rayen. See our suggestions for a Kerman tour itinerary, a mix of stunning landscape, ancient Silk Road history, and outdoor adventures. Lut… Continue Reading →
With millennia of history, ancient traditions and culture, and a large country that stretches from the Persian Gulf to the Caspian Sea, Iran has never left anyone indifferent. So much to see, so much to explore! We were lucky to… Continue Reading →
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