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Travel With Gear & Gadgets? You Need To Read This

If you own or travel with valuables or gear — even one single item — listen up, as this will be one of the most important posts you read on Jessie on a Journey. Last year something happened to me that I did not write about on my blog as I didn’t want to cause…Read more...
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Active Middle East: Amazing Desert Adventures In Israel

People have many pre-conceived ideas about Israel travel. I say this not only because I had my own before visiting — mainly that visiting religious sites would be the only way to fill my days — but because of the statements made by family and friends. My mind was filled with dusty deserts, streets mixing…Read more...
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That Time I Hurled Myself Into Israel’s Largest Crater

“This isn’t a crater. It’s a makhtesh .” It sure looked like a crater to me, at least as I’m standing at the top of Mount Negev, peaking over a 45-foot (14-meter) cliff ledge. That I’ll be descending into. Backward with a rope (hopefully) ensuring I don’t fall to my death. This should be fun.…Read more...

How To Eat Fufu In Ghana, Africa

When traveling, experiencing the food of a culture can be one of the most exciting parts of the journey. Not only can you learn about a group of people by their dining etiquette, but, hey, eating is fun. I was lucky to travel to Ghana in Western Africa where dining rules and the cuisine itself differ…Read more...
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