Experience the Dead Sea floating

Discover the ancient city of Petra carved into rose-colored rock in Jordan

Uncover rose-red Petra, Wadi Rum desert skies, and Dead Sea shores of Jordan

Learn Modern Standard Arabic and its unique script

Walk layered holy cities, desert fortresses, and Mediterranean beaches of Israel

Visit Jerusalem, a historic city sacred to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Explore the Old City's Western Wall (a remnant of the Second Temple), walk the Via Dolorosa (the path Jesus is believed to have taken to his crucifixion), and see the Dome of the Rock (an iconic Islamic shrine with a golden dome). Discover the Israel Museum (home to the Dead Sea Scrolls) and Mahane Yehuda Market (a bustling spot for local food and culture).

Visit Tel Aviv, Israel's vibrant coastal city. Stroll along the 14km-long Tel Aviv Promenade (Tayelet) with Mediterranean views, explore the UNESCO-listed White City (over 4,000 Bauhaus buildings), browse the Carmel Market (Shuk HaCarmel) for fresh produce and street food, and relax at Gordon Beach (popular for swimming and beach volleyball).

Visit Aqaba, Jordan's only coastal city on the Red Sea. Explore the Aqaba Fort (a historic Mamluk-era fortress with views of the Gulf of Aqaba), snorkel or dive at the Aqaba Marine Park (home to vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life like lionfish and sea turtles), and see the Aqaba Archaeological Museum (featuring artifacts from the region's ancient history, including items from the Islamic and Byzantine periods).

Experience the otherworldly landscape of Wadi Rum, a protected desert wilderness in southern Jordan. Explore the vast red sand dunes and massive rock formations like Jebel Umm Fruth Rock Bridge and Lawrence's Spring (named after T.E. Lawrence, who based operations here during the Arab Revolt). Stay overnight in a Bedouin camp to enjoy traditional meals, stargazing in one of the world's darkest skies, and a jeep tour through the valley.