Tag Archives: Travel

An Inukshuk In Jordan

Posted on May 14, 2013 by If It Was Today

If you are fortunate enough to travel in the arctic, you may see a mysterious stone figure known as an Inukshuk. These figures, made of unworked stone, were used by the Inuit as navigation aids and to mark an important … Continue reading →

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Barter For Dummies

Posted on April 28, 2013 by If It Was Today

I could use a book like that, because when it comes to bartering, I definitely qualify as a dummy. But I get the sense that it could be a lot worse, so maybe I shouldn’t complain. We took a taxi … Continue reading →

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The Zen of Travel

Posted on April 17, 2013 by If It Was Today

I love travel. The bustle of the airport, the anticipation of the departure lounge, the caress of economy seating. Obviously I’m lying. Discovering new countries is exciting. The process of getting there; not so much. I often wonder if we … Continue reading →

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Jamal’s Favourite Landmark

Posted on April 12, 2013 by If It Was Today

Some pictures really don’t need an explanation.

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A Jordanian Moment

Posted on April 7, 2013 by If It Was Today

On my last visit we had a bit of a running gag about “Jordanian moments”. I’m talking about situations where the only appropriate comment is “…seriously?”. In your head, of course. Saying it out loud is not helpful. It happens … Continue reading →

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