by Stowaway Magazine | Nov 29, 2017 | Culture, Fall 2017
Morocco is a country shaped by influence—from the Spaniards in the north to the Saharan desert sands blowing from the east. The Moroccan people have built entire fortified cities from clay and have carved intricate designs into wood with Arabic messages thanking Allah...
by Stowaway Magazine | Oct 3, 2016 | Fall 2016, Field Notes
The Middle East’s unique culture and ancient history intrigues many westerners. The Dome of the Rock, the Sacred Tomb, and the Dead Sea are just a few of the region’s distinctive tourist attractions. However, recent political turmoil causes many travelers to feel...
by Stowaway Magazine | Oct 3, 2016 | Escapades, Fall 2016
Losing a tooth is a highly anticipated milestone for young kids. Not only does it mean that they are growing, but the event may also involve an exciting cultural tradition. Traditions related to losing baby teeth have been circulating since the Middle Ages, when...
by Stowaway Magazine | Apr 1, 2014 | Away For A Week, Getaways, Recent Articles, Spring 2014
If you like canyoneering in the southwestern United States, it might be time to take it to the next level—the Middle East. Moving to the United Arab Emirates with five children may sound overwhelming, but for the Hyde family it was the perfect adventure. The Hydes had...
by Stowaway Magazine | Apr 17, 2012 | Insider, Summer 2012
Since the Iraq War began, only a few people have been allowed inside the walls of the ancient city of Ur. In fact, Iraqi soldiers guard the city every day, all day and all night, to prevent it from being ransacked by looters. The city of Ur is a historical,...
