10 MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES ON A VISIT TO JORDAN YALA, YALA

This Middle Eastern country has been on my list of places to visit in the world for many years. I’ve heard nothing but glowing praise from the many friends I know who have visited.

The Baptismal Site of Jesus at Bethany Beyond the Jordan

The Director General of Bethany Beyond the Jordan, who shared poof that this was the exact place where John baptized Jesus in the Jordan River.

Taking a 9-Mile Hike Through Petra

In Petra, it’s the 9-mile hike we took to approach this ancient Rock City via the back door. It was several miles before we even reached the back door!

A Sunset Float in the Dead Sea

You can see Israel from the Jordan side, which is especially beautiful when the sun sets behind the Israeli mountains.

The Hilarious Frothing Camel Ride through Wadi Rum

My greatest memory though one that I’m still giggling over was our short 20-minute camel ride across the sand to the Bedouin camp.

Meeting Maya and the Scent for Color Program

Maya is possibly the most extraordinary young woman I’ve ever met.  She can see only blurred images and can’t distinguish between faces or hues of colors.

Riding through the streets of Amman in a royal vehicle

 We administered Royal waves to  the fascinated spectators smiling, waving, and taking our photos as we cruised around Jordan’s capital city.

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