About Matt Long
Who am I? I am a typical Gen-Xer and recovering cubicle-dweller who has a passion for all things travel. My site brings a unique perspective that is hard to find online. I am not a backpacker, nor am I...
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Elephant Rock Formation at Entrance to Petra, the Siq
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The Treasury at Petra, Jordan
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Five Reasons to Visit Jordan
Posted on January 24, 2012 | 14 Comments1. Safe and stable so far - The reverberations of the 2011 Arab Spring have been felt throughout the Middle East, and they’re not over yet. The instability in Egypt especially has had a lasting impact on tourism not only in that country, but surrounding... -
Reflections on a Petra Dog
Posted on January 22, 2012 | No CommentsI took this photo in Petra, Jordan, while on a 10-hour exploration of the ancient site. It was hot, scorching really, and every living thing was seeking shade of some sort, including this little guy. Dogs traditionally are not well cared for in certain... -
42 Things I Love About Jordan
Posted on December 1, 2011 | 19 CommentsIf you’re a frequent visitor to LandLopers, then you know that I didn’t just enjoy my trip to Jordan earlier this year, I loved it. I’ve been looking through photos of the trip and reflecting on key moments, so I thought I would assemble a... -
Hidden Treasure of Petra – The Monastery Trail
Posted on October 12, 2011 | 5 CommentsOne of the nice things about having someone else plan a travel itinerary for you is that a lot of the stress goes away. One of the downsides I learned though is that I personally don’t do as much trip prep as I should, especially... -
Travel Photo – Petra Camel Caravan, Jordan
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When Good Ideas Go Bad – Petra by Night Experience
Posted on August 22, 2011 | 15 CommentsWe meandered on the way to Petra, stopping at Karak castle and the Dana Biosphere Reserve before finally reaching Petra in the late afternoon. I knew that the following day would be spent exploring the great wonder of the world, but I was excited for... -
World’s Best Entrance – Exploring the Siq at Petra
Posted on July 19, 2011 | 5 CommentsThe most visited site in Jordan is Petra, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and perhaps best known for its cameo in Indiana Jones. I wrote briefly about the city and how, even though I expected it to amazing, it far surpassed... -
Five Favorite Moments in Jordan
Posted on June 20, 2011 | 5 CommentsMy trip to Jordan was at the kind invitation of the Jordan Tourism Board, and they made sure I had plenty of time to do everything on my wish list. The experience was an amazing one and fostered an instant and intense love for this... -
Ancient Ruins Overload and How Petra Saved Me
Posted on June 7, 2011 | 5 CommentsWhen I first saw my schedule from the Jordan Tourism Board, I got very excited. They were kind enough to invite me to explore their country, and I couldn’t wait. I love history and I knew that Jordan’s influence in the region and in world... -
Amazing Petra, Wadi Rum Desert Camp and Baby Camels – Trekking Through Jordan
Posted on May 24, 2011 | 8 CommentsToday was a tiring day. We awoke early to start the walk through the Siq to enter the ancient city of Petra. I thought I knew what to expect, but I wasn’t even close. It was an incredible experience. After more than twelve kilometers of... -
Crusader Castle, Dana Biosphere Reserve and Petra by Night – Trekking Through Jordan Highlights
Posted on May 23, 2011 | 2 CommentsOn my second day in Jordan we left Amman along the Desert Highway to the ancient city of Karak, home of an imposing Crusader-era castle. The castle looms high over the modern city of Karak in an eerie reminder of the city’s past. We then...
