Long trip, now ensconced in the lovely Four Seasons Amman which has not much trace of being in Amman. Nice though. We are lazing about today, eating and sleeping and some swimming later. The drive from the airport to the hotel was interesting- first Bedouin tents and their herds of goats and camels near by- I was kind of shocked- didn't expect that right out of the gate as I not seen that in Doha or Kuwait. Coming into the city we were confronted first with McDonalds, then Kentucky Fried Chicken, then Popeyes, Pizza Hut, Arby's- yes we have transported our bad food here! Our driver said his two teenage boys beg for burgers on the weekends! Gene wants you to know that they also drive on the right here, making us feel right at home. Everyone is very welcoming- the phrase is Ahlan wa Sahlan, meaning "be as one of the family and at your ease."
The breakfast buffet had all the middle eastern food we love- hummus and local cheeses and yogurt and halva and pears preserved in honey- big yum. Here's a pic out the hotel window. Will see more tomorrow, as we will attend our conference for a little while at least. Our actual tour starts Wednesday morning- can't wait!
Safe Travels to you! Diane...when you come back I will no longer be a Hinzman! We wanted to surprise everyone. We have had this planned for a few months. We just figured why wait!! November tenth is the date, so think good thoughts that day. See you soon, Have a great time!
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Ahlan wa Sahlan - making note of that good phrase.
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