Author Archives: Justin
The Empty Sinai
I previously introduced you to the Sinai Peninsula in this post. And in that post, I focused primarily on the Bedouin and on Islamic militants operating in the Sinai. Among other topics, I described how violence, mostly in the north, has been increasing dramatically. There have been rampant shoot-outs and gas line bombings by Bedouins … Continue reading
The Dead Sea: The Lowest Place On Earth
Sitting in the largest and deepest basin in the world, the Dead Sea presents us with one of the most unique environments to be found on our planet. This sign is found near the top of the cliffs that drop down to the Dead Sea… But, with its surface now almost 1,400 feet below sea … Continue reading
Sculpture Of The Day: The Conquered Victor
Sculpture by Hennie Potcieter… Taken in Kruger National Park, South Africa Continue reading
Photos Of The Day: The Motorcycle Carabinieri
Taken in Rome… Continue reading
Packing For Trips To Dangerous Places
Having just returned from a backpacking trip where I pushed myself quite hard, I have been pondering the issue of proper packing quite a bit in recent days… When backpacking, one has to make a cost/benefit decision regarding weight versus comfort for every single item. Everything one brings is something that adds to the overall … Continue reading