How a Solo Trip to Jordan Empowered Me

Sometimes in life, I just feel we need to take a leap of faith and do the things we have dreamed of doing! A visit to Petra has been one of my travel dreams for as long as I can remember!

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So, taking into account all my Jordanian research, positive energy, inward thoughts, and using all my courage, this 5-foot tall, blonde country girl from Ohio booked a solo trip to Jordan!

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Guess what? It was one of THE best travel decisions that I have ever made!

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The tour wasn’t cheap, but I was safe, met other solo travelers, and made incredible memories that will last a lifetime!

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My short adventure in Jordan, left me feeling exhilarated! My Jordanian experiences, the wonderful people I met, and the pride that comes with achieving a goal have brought me so much joy!

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Traveling solo to Jordan allowed me to reflect upon my life and to search inward for self-confidence and courage.

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I felt empowered knowing that I was living my life to the fullest, collecting moments that I will treasure in my mind and heart forever, and for the first time in my life, I felt like a badass!

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