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The Sultanate of Oman | Ultimate itinerary and Travel Guide

The Sultanate of Oman | Ultimate itinerary and Travel Guide

by Kyle H | Feb 10, 2026 | Beach, International, Middle East, Mountains, Oman

Oman often feels like the forgotten country of the Middle East. Located at the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, Oman stays out of the major political tension and drama that dominates the region. This may be why Oman has been frequently dubbed the “Switzerland of...
The Suwgra | Stay in Oman’s 500 Year Old Mountain Village

The Suwgra | Stay in Oman’s 500 Year Old Mountain Village

by Kyle H | Jul 19, 2025 | Adventurer, International, Middle East, Mountains, Oman

Discover Oman’s authentic mountain heritage and timeless hospitality at the Suwgra, nestled high in Jebel Akhdar -Old Soul Explorer Note: This blog and review of the Suwgra is not sponsored and is completely based on my own experience. Tucked in the Rose Scented Fold...
Amman Guide | How to Explore the Ancient Heart of Jordan

Amman Guide | How to Explore the Ancient Heart of Jordan

by Kyle H | Jul 13, 2025 | City, International, Jordan, Middle East

In my Amman guide, I have included my personal travel tips and recommendations for exploring the city’s Roman ruins, hidden cafes, and hilltop views of Jordan’s exciting capital – Old Soul Explorer It was around a 30 minute uphill walk from Jabal Al-Weibdeh to...

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Agios Myron, Crete
The holy church of Agios Myron is located in the village of Agios Myronas in central Crete. It is one of the island’s most treasured spiritual landmarks, housing both the upper church and a revered holy cave.
Agios (Holy) Myron was the 7th bishop of Crete after Agios Titos brought Christianity to Greece’s largest island. He started life as a simple farmer and became a clergy after his wife passed away. He was known for his spiritual guidance.
The church of Agios Myron is considered miraculous and many personal miracles have been recorded. The church is situated on a set of two hills and includes a holy cave where the relics of Agios Myron were found in 2014. On the lower hill, a cave where Agios Myron’s relics were discovered is marked with an icon and an oil lamp. The upper church is larger and contains the relics which stream myrrh. It is collected in cotton swabs and distributed to visitors.
The feast day of Agios Myron is on August 8. Divine Liturgy is conducted in the morning and the reliquary is opened which streams myrrh. A panigiri or Greek festival is held in the evening. A unique cultural and spiritual heritage on the island of Crete.
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It was around a 30 minute uphill walk from Jabal Al-Weibdeh to the top of the ancient citadel. On that steep hilltop are remains of Roman ruins, Byzantine walls, and the old Umayyad palace. Sunset drenched the arid and sprawling capital in a thousand hues of pink, purple, and gold. The call to prayer drifted through the valley as schools of birds danced in the sky. Across the way, the Roman Theater glistened in evening orange lights. This is Amman, the capital and ancient heart of Jordan.
Amman is incredibly old and is one of the most surprising cities I’ve visited in the region. An endless sea of earth tone apartments intermix with ancient ruins throughout the densely-packed hills of a city as old as civilization itself. It has a surprising creative side too, a hidden jewel of the Middle East.
What I love most about Amman is the strong sense of both history and authenticity that prevails everywhere you go.
In my travel guide to Amman, I share the best places to eat, shop, and explore during your time in this remarkable and storied city built on seven hills (map included).
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Oman is the gateway of the Middle East. It’s the serene, often overlooked corner of Arabia. Compared to the other flashy oil-rich monarchies of the region, Oman has retained its unique character and authenticity. It’s truly one of the most exciting places to travel to in the region. Yet, while many people visit the coastal capital of Muscat, the walled historic city of Nizwa, and the soaring peaks of Jebel Akhdar and Jebel Shams, very few people head further south.
Just an hour flight from the cosmopolitan, date tree-lined boulevards of Muscat, Salalah and the Dhofar region are another world entirely. Tropical forests blanket the coast, with palm trees extending all the way to the shoreline. Concealed within Salalah’s lush and myseterious tropical forests are massive banana, mango, and papaya plantations.
Thousands of wild camels roam freely across pristine white-sand beaches, framed by soaring mountains and rugged cliffs that seem to plunge directly into the sea. Salalah isn’t just a destination, it’s a travelers real life dream. It’s the soul of Dhofar, Arabia’s Eden.
Despite this, Salalah is still off the beaten path and is one of the Middle East’s best kept secrets. It’s gaining more popularity though. When I visited in early April, I was the only traveler swimming on postcard-worthy tropical beaches and trekking the wild and exotic coastline dotted with camels as far as the eye can see.
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Almost forgot this was the whole point
To pause. To experience. To get inspired.
To remember how lucky we really are. To discover new horizons and explore new worlds.
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