How to get to Socotra (2025-2026 Guide) Why Socotra? Why this guide? Some call Socotra Island the “Galápagos of the Indian Ocean.” It’s long been an off-the-beaten-path kind of travel destination — the kind only the most intrepid travelers bothered with. But that’s changing. Today, it’s gaining popularity as one of the most unique destinations…
Is Socotra safe? My experience and what you need to know Socotra is one of the most unique and otherworldly places I’ve ever visited and one of the safest to travel in Yemen. With dragon blood trees, turquoise beaches, and almost no crime, it feels far removed from the country’s ongoing conflict. But since Socotra…
16 Incredible Things to Do in Socotra Island (and Why You Should Go) Why Visit Socotra Is everyone talking about Socotra yet? I’ve known about this remote island for decades, but in recent years it’s become one of the must-see places to visit for adventurous travelers — and for good reason. Socotra Island, part of…
10 Incredible Places to Visit in Baghdad, Iraq: From Ancient Streets to Modern Monuments Think there’s no reason to visit Baghdad, Iraq? Think again. I spent several days in the capital during my 10-day trip through Iraq—and let me tell you, Baghdad is buzzing with life. Before visiting, everything I’d ever heard about the city…
Why visit Iraq? Here’s a 10-Day itinerary that will change how you see the country Iraq is probably not on your bucket list. But maybe it should be. For decades, most headlines about Iraq focused on conflict and chaos. Western media painted such a grim and one-sided picture that few people ever considered it a…
👋🏼 Welcome to Just Wanderlust—where we go beyond the obvious tourist destinations. I wanted my first post to break some myths wide open, and what better place to start than Iraq? Iraq is a country most people misunderstand, but one that completely changed how I see the world. Can you visit Iraq as a tourist?…