Maartje

Maartje's enthusiasm and curiosity knows no bounds. She loves museums, nature, food, walking, architecture, history, animals. Writing and photography is a big passion and she has been writing about cooking, minimalism, food, hotspots and travel for many years. Above all, she has a special place in her heart for castles, royal jewels and ancient Egypt. Maartje gave up her job as a lawyer to bring more balance to her life: less work and more life. Besides to The Orange Backpack, she works as a legal entrepreneur.

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Madaba is Jordan’s most atmospheric and traveler-friendly city. The best things to do in Madaba include beautiful churches that provide a fascinating contrast to the numerous mosques in the country but also stunning mosaics. During our time in Jordan, we found this mosaic city to be one

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Where to stay in Amman while exploring the captivating sights of Jordan’s capital? Amman in Jordan offers a range of hotels, hostels, and boutique hotels for accommodation. However, navigating the wide selection can be challenging. As the capital and a popular destination, Amman has delightful neighborhoods. This blog

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Where to stay at the Dead Sea in Jordan? Experience luxury resorts with private beaches and swimming pools along the Dead Sea in Jordan, one of the most popular destinations in the country. With numerous high-end hotels and resorts, choices may be limited. If you desire a

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The most unique places to stay in Jordan are the Bedouin luxury camps in Wadi Rum. This fairytale desert location offers magical nights in stunning Bedouin tents and special glamping sites in remote locations in the desert. Wadi Rum is one of the most beautiful places in

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The best things to do in Guatapรฉ include strolling down the colorful streets, admiring the unique zรณcalo murals, enjoying water activities on the lake and climbing the iconic Guatapรฉ rock. As one of the most beautiful destinations in the country, Guatapรฉ is one of the most popular

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Where to stay in Guatapรฉ if you want to experience the colorful village in peace after all the day-trippers from Medellรญn left? Both Guatapรฉ and the beautiful lake area beyond offer beautiful places to stay for an unforgettable experience. From charming hotels to many unique glamping sites!

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