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American Southwest Family Vacation
We followed historic Route 66 on our way to see the Grand Canyon, the Petrified Forest, the Painted Desert, plus much more in New Mexico and Arizona.
End of Tour Summary: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Here are our stories from two and a half years of living in Saudi Arabia while exploring the region.
Excursions to Oman
On two different trips, we strolled Muscat, hiked Wadi Shab, and sailed a dhow through the fjords of Musandam.
Our Expedition to Jordan
Highlights included tracing the steps of Indiana Jones into Petra, following Lawrence of Arabia into Wadi Rum, and floating in the Dead Sea.
Our Adventures in Sri Lanka
Safaris to spot leopards and elephants, swimming in the Indian Ocean, sipping tea in the mountains, and several more!
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End Of Tour Summary: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
We spent two and a half years in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on our second tour in the Foreign Service with the US Department of State. As you migh...
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