18 April, 2016
The Dead Sea, Jordan.
The Dead Sea makes for a very interesting alternative beach break. This landlocked salt lake is the lowest point on Earth and the dry climate means that the sea is slowly evaporating, making it incredibly salty - so salty in fact that nothing can live in it. Apart from making you feel light as a feather (the buoyant force is so powerful that you'll have a hard time even putting your feet down) the water also heals skin and rheumatic problems. Also while it's a popular destination with locals, there aren't hordes of tourists, so there's plenty of space for you to enjoy yourself. The hotels aren't quite up to scratch yet, but the scenery and experience will more than make up for it. Also, don't splash - getting such salty water in any orifices is not a pleasant experience for anyone.
Any time, the temperature is pretty consistent but around April it's just perfect.
Partner, family or friends.
Jordanians from Amman looking to relax.
Bathing in the sea and applying the mud to your skin. Do it as many times as you can during your trip - it'll do everything from cure cellulite to make your skin as soft as a newborn. Don't shy away from putting it in your hair too - you'll come away with perfect shiny locks.
A proper camera - you need to get those 'floating in the sea' snaps so that people will believe it.
Fly to Amman, Jordan then drive for an hour.
