When Ahmed picks me up at the Visitors’ Centre, he immediately apologizes. He has a bad toothache. He explains he needs to sleep. Even in this condition, he is a gracious and kind host. He shows me where I will be working. I have a room at the office too, but will only stay there…
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Acclimating in Aqaba
There’s something about seaside towns. They’re more laid back and chill than other places. Aqaba, Jordan is the epitome of this – a hip little town on the Red Sea. As hip as you can get in the Middle East and the Kingdom of Jordan. I will be living and volunteering in Wadi Rum for…
Twenty Years From Now... 