I'd like to thank Omar - our tour guide - he was absolutely excellent! I really enjoyed our trip and seeing Jordan through Omar's eyes and his stories!! Amazing beauty, and not just Petra - that was a highlight for sure - but also Jerash and other locations were simply amazing!!! This was one of the best trip i did with Gate1 and outside of Gate1. Thank you.

Just wanted to say that our guide OMAR in Jordan was the best guide we have ever had in all our travels. He was absolutely top notch. Don't lose him!

I wanted to provide additional feedback on our Tour Manager Omar. He was a complete joy and made the trip such fun. He was very organized but very easy-going about it - never got uptight or stressed. He helped me with a dental issue - just jumped right in and got everything arranged. He learned everyone's name on the first day and was very instrumental in making us a more connected group than other tours I've been on. I had a wonderful experience, and Omar played a big part in making it so special. Great job!!

Gate 1 has done it again. Another excellent trip of a lifetime. Our trip to Jordan was one of our all-time favorites. We saw our 5th Wonder of the World and could not have had a better time. Our night in the Wadi Rum desert was a wonderful addition. We lucked into another travel group of punctual people and made friends with people we will travel with again. I must sing the praises of our guide, Wael. I don't know how you are able to consistently find such wonderful tour guides. Wael was funny, a great teacher, organized and knowledgeable. We were so impressed with him and his kindness. We have two trips on the books and now we are looking to finishing the World Wonders list. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for making all of these trips possible.

Our tour manager is the best tour manager for our past 5 Gate1 tours. I cannot say enough good words about him and I will recommend this tour to all my friends and hopefully they can have him as their tour manager.

We just completed a trip to Jordan with Omar as our guide. This was our 18th trip with Gate 1, and Omar was the best guide we have ever had. He combined incredible knowledge with a great sense of humor. He is an asset to your company.

The trip was fantastic. Kudos to everyone involved, from airport greeting and meeting to drop off every gate one representative was excellent but Hussein as tour manager was superb.

I recently embarked on the 12-day Jordan Tour, and it was an absolutely unforgettable experience that exceeded all expectations! From start to finish, every detail was meticulously planned and executed, making this journey through Jordan a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and luxury. Our tour manager, Hussein, was nothing short of exceptional. His deep knowledge of Jordan's history, culture, and hidden gems brought every site to life. Hussein's warm personality, professionalism, and genuine care for our group made us feel like family. He handled every aspect of the tour with ease, ensuring smooth transitions and addressing any questions with enthusiasm. His storytelling at each location added a layer of richness that made the experience truly immersive. The selection of luxury hotels was outstanding. Each property was offered comfort and elegant accommodations, stunning views, and top-notch amenities. The tour sites showcased Jordan's incredible diversity. Exploring the ancient wonders of Petra was a bucket-list moment, with its awe-inspiring rock-cut architecture. The Roman ruins of Jerash were remarkably preserved, and floating in the Dead Sea was both surreal and rejuvenating. Wadi Rum's otherworldly landscapes left us speechless, especially during our sunset jeep tour. Each site was thoughtfully curated, offering a perfect balance of history, nature, and adventure. The food throughout the tour was exceptional, with every meal showcasing the rich flavors of Jordanian cuisine. Safety was never a concern, thanks to the tour's excellent organization and Jordan's welcoming atmosphere. Hussein and the team prioritized our well-being, and the local guides and drivers were professional and attentive. We felt secure and at ease throughout the journey, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the experience without worry. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour to anyone looking to discover the magic of Jordan in style!

Another AMAZING Gate1 trip, my second with the company, this time to Jordan and Egypt. Both of our guides, Omar in Jordan and Caroline in Egypt, were fantastic- knowledgeable, organized, helpful, great sense of humor and fun! Such a treat to have these two, and their support teams of excellent drivers and helpful police escorts, guide us through these beautiful countries. Thanks to all!

The Best Travel Experience in Jordan! I recently traveled to Jordan with Gate-One Travel Company, and the experience exceeded all my expectations. I want to express my sincere gratitude to our tour manager, Omar. He has extensive knowledge of Jordan's history and culture, and his kindness and thoughtful care made the entire trip comfortable and enjoyable. The tour was organized systematically, and I was impressed by how he attentively considered each traveler's needs. Visiting major attractions such as Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea was more than just sightseeing-it was a deeply enriching experience thanks to his insightful explanations and fascinating stories. Because of him, I gained a much better understanding of Jordan's history and culture. I highly recommend Gate-One Travel Company! If you have the opportunity to tour with Omar, you will undoubtedly have an unforgettable experience. Thank you once again for making this trip so special!

I have a most wonderful trip! Not only that I checked off Petra and Dead Sea from my bucket list, I learned so much about the history, culture and archeology of Jordan!! We had an exceptional tour manager Omar who's very knowledgable and experienced. He managed to rearranged some dates of our tours to avoid the rain or fog (poor visibility to some sites we were originally set to visit). I am very thankful for his quick planning rearrangements so every days of our sightseeing were not affected by weather changes. And as always, Gate 1 never disappoints.

Thank you again for another amazing Gate 1 tour. I really can't say enough good things about every part of the experience. In particular, I want to say that our guide, Omar, was incredible. He was watching the weather that week for us and took the initiative to contact Gate 1 home office to rearrange our day at Petra. Thank you for giving him the permission to make that itinerary change and for trusting his expertise. Because of what he was able to do, our day at Petra had perfect weather. If he didn't change the original day we were supposed to visit there, we would have been completely covered in fog and rain. He saved our trip! That was the highlight of the tour and if he wasn't watching out for the weather, we would have not been able to see a thing through that fog. I certainly wouldn't have blamed Gate 1 or Omar for the weather, but I am SO grateful that I traveled so far to see Petra and was actually able to see it! Thank you again and your guides are really all very, very good!

This was the very best Gate 1 trip that I have ever taken! From the moment I stepped off the plane until I too soon had to embark once more, our EXCEPTIONAL tour manager Omar did everything perfectly in the way of efficiency, hospitality, information, and fun! The representatives that met me and took over the handling of my visa were flawless and friendly. My transit driver both to and from the hotels was exceptionally friendly, giving me a mini tour en route and conversing with me about life in Jordan. I really enjoyed speaking one-on-one with a native rather than just riding in silence. We hugged when I left! The accommodations were outstanding, with fabulous decor and amazing views. Omar made sure every step of the way that we were not just comfortable but really pampered. The hotel managers and their staff were more than welcoming and personable, rather than merely remote functionaries. The included breakfasts were uniformly abundant and beautifully presented and hosted. This trip was unusually varied in activities while at the same time offering opportunities to sleep in and to enjoy resort amenities. We slept in on a few mornings, and we had time to really enjoy the unique offerings at both the Red Sea (a beach barbeque) and the Dead Sea (floating!). We also had time to enjoy spas and swimming pools at our beautiful hotels. And the activities! Driving through both city and countryside; exploring ruins; walking through the stunning immensity and glory of Petra and hiking to her highest outlooks; riding camels and jeeps through the magical Wadi Rum and spending the night there in cozy tents and domes; visiting adorable, outgoing children at a village school; strolling the path to Bethany Beyond the Jordan; taking a sunset dinner cruise on which we could catch glimpses of the surrounding countries of Israel, Egypt, Saudi Arabia; enjoying a home-cooked meal in a Jordanian home; making our own colored sand art and having our hands hennaed...we did so many different things and learned so much! And the key to all of this was always Omar. Best guide, best tour, I've ever had!!!!!

It was another great and fabulous trip with Gate1! Our tour manager, Omar, was the best we had so far. He's very detailed oriented with great management skills and at the same time with very wonderful sense of humor that kept us constantly entertained. We received excellent service from Gate1 representatives beginning at our arrival at the airport until our check in at departure time. The hotels are excellent, we especially enjoyed our stays at the Kempinski hotel in Aqaba and the Dead Sea. We enjoyed all the excursions especially Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea. We felt very safe throughout our trip. Jordan has been on our bucket list and we are so happy to have seen it. Our group was small and we all got along very well. Thank you Gate1 once again for a memorable trip and looking forward to many more.

I had an amazing trip and truly enjoyed every moment. The tour guide and driver were both exceptionally knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating, and professional. The hotels were great, and the one at the Dead Sea was particularly stunning and memorable. I also appreciated the pacing of the itinerary; it was perfectly balanced and allowed me to fully enjoy each destination. I especially want to highlight how much I appreciated the more nuanced experiences that made this trip unique experiences you simply can't get with other kinds of travel. These moments truly set your tours apart. Thank you for organizing such a fantastic experience!

Best regards to OMAR, our tour guide for a JOB WELL DONE!!!! Very accommodating and very well versed in all aspects.

I just want to let you know how awesome our tour guide, Hussein, was. He far exceeded our expectations and our prior experiences with tour guides (even good ones) from earlier travels. He is professional, knowledgeable, warm, funny, diplomatic, generous, flexible, kind .... I can find nothing negative to say about him, he was outstanding by every measure. I do recognize that we had an extremely unusual tour group of only 4 people, and that Jordan was much less crowded than usual due to the unrest in the region. I know Jordan is suffering from this, and hope things get better very soon. That said, this misery was our gain, as we had an experience very close to a private tour as a result. Our driver, Abdullah, was also a complete sweetie. I completed your online survey, but it doesn't allow for free text and I really wanted to say more. I will certainly consider touring with Gate 1 again - that said, I am afraid that this tour will be a very hard act to follow.

Fantastic. Loved every minute.

My trip to Jordan was awesome! This was one of the best Gate1 tours I have been on. Kudos to Gate1 for not canceling the trip as there were only 5 of us on this particular trip. The itinerary was packed with interesting historical sights, visits to Petra, the beautiful sights of Wadi Rum , Aqaba and the Dead Sea, engaging cultural activities- making sand art, henna demos, cooking lesson and visit to a home for a home cooked meal. The sunset wine setup in Wadi Rum was really a very nice add on as was the yacht cruise with dinner. Over all a truly satisfying, thrilling and entertaining experience. Choice of hotels was superb - with The Kempinski in Dead Sea being the the icing on the cake! Our guide, Mohammed was courteous, friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. We learned a lot about Jordan, it's people and culture from him. The driver, Abdallah was again very courteous, friendly and helpful in addition to being a excellent driver. Overall an excellent trip and experience something I would highly recommend to all my friends.

It was such a great trip! The tour manager Omar is the best. We had a flight delayed and arrived at 2 am. He arranged the pickup and called us to make sure everything was fine. We had so much fun and enjoyed every day during the trip.

This is one of the best tours you offer. I've learned a lot on this trip, the country, people, culture & religion. I can't say enough about our tour manager, Wael, he was so organized and had so much knowledge to offer us! Thank you for letting him be our guide! The hotels were just amazing! Could not have been better! The food buffets were excellent. Thank you for offering this trip!

This was the first trip with Gate 1 for my wife and I after having the company recommended by friends who have completed several tours. The people of Jordan could not have been more welcoming. Starting from the moment we arrived at the airport until the minute we passed through passport control on our way home we were guided with attention and care. We did not know what to expect when travelling during Ramadan as we wanted to be respectful of the religious practice. Without exception everywhere we went people were gracious and made us feel comfortable during mealtimes. Our tour group was small, and our guide made the trip special with his knowledge of history as well as introducing us to some of the tastes of Jordan. It was fun to meet new people in our group and hear about their travel experiences with Gate 1. We would recommend Jordan to anyone.

Thank you to our tour guide, Mohammed, for providing us with an unforgettable experience in Jordan. His extensive knowledge and thorough preparation were evident throughout the tour. Mohammed expertly explained the historical background in detail and even demonstrated how people used to collect water in ancient times through simple experiments. We appreciated the ample free time he gave us to explore and take photos, as well as the additional tour points that allowed us to immerse ourselves in the local life of the city. Mohammed's clear communication and adherence to the itinerary ensured a smooth and enjoyable experience for all of us. Despite our tour taking place during Ramadan, Mohammed remained highly professional, walking with us even on hot days without complaint. We are grateful for his dedication and commitment to providing an exceptional tour experience.

I have traveled extensively with Gate1 and have always been extremely pleased. This trip was no exception! I was met upon arrival and was escorted to get my visa which went quickly. I was taken to the car and driver that would take me to the Marriott Amman. Check in was also quick & easy and the Marriott was absolutely fantastic. I met our guide, Ali and other tour members the next day as I arrived a day earlier. The tour was wonderful and we saw everything promised and more. Ali was very thorough in his explanations of what we were seeing in this beautiful and amazing country. He also had suggestions for our free time and as we were only 6 people on this tour we became quick friends! I couldn't have asked for a better or more inclusive experience. It was wonderful and I am so sorry that people cancelled because we always felt completely safe. Thank you for arranging such great tours and guides.

My recent visit to Jordan was more than perfect. Jordan was peaceful and safe despite the war next door in Israel with Hamas. Omar, our tour manager, is a gem. With his background in biblical studies and archeology, our group of five participants received extensive information about the sites we visited, the culture, and the history of Jordan. Omar was kind, joyful, and attentive to our needs. You could not have a better representative for Gate 1. The three Marriott hotels were comfortable, well situated to the sites visited, the staff kind and hospitable, and the food served absolutely delicious, varied, and plentiful. Our driver, Fatieh, was also kind and hospitable, and a wonderful driver. I do not believe there will ever be such a perfect trip as this was for our group of five. I can't wait for my next trip with Gate 1. I have told a number of my friends about Gate 1.

We LOVED our trip! While so many canceled because of the war, we felt very secure and safe with Omar, our guide and Fati, our driver. It was a wonderful experience. Hotels were great especially Dead Sea Marriott. If 10 is the highest score, then I give it a 10+! Petra was unbelievable but the forum and other sights were a surprise. Better than Rome. Jordan is such a secret.

Hazim is an outstanding tour manager, he clearly has the command of Jordan as a country, the history, the culture, and contacts at the places we toured. This has greatly enhanced our experience in Jordan and gave us a very memorable time. The lunch in Kerak prepared by his mother and family was outstanding, so delicious. His mom, uncle, cousins are very hospitable. This is the best local host we had experienced. The gate1 representatives at the airport who handled our arrival and departure are very efficient and informative. The drivers to and from hotels are also very good, and courteous. The tour bus driver Khalid is an outstanding driver. It took great skill to navigate the narrow streets in the city and town. Khalid is a very safe driver. We sincerely appreciate his driving skill. Overall, this discovery tour to Jordan is a top notch tour. Despite the uncertainty caused by the Israel Gaza situation, we were glad we went forward with the tour. Thanks Hazim, our great tour manager.

The Jordan walking tour was AMAZING!! Our guides were fabulous, they helped immerse us into the culture and show us so much of Jordan! Everyone was incredibly flexible and worked with the group's wants, needs, and abilities. Several things changed during the visit but everyone was flexible and I did not feel like we missed out on anything. I have a food allergy and everyone was very accommodating of my needs at every stop. Abrahim, our one guide, modified plans based on weather, group needs, and contacted the main office as needed based on group feedback. Thankfully we were able to do the back hike to get into Petra which was AMAZING! We were able to see just about the entire place and avoided the crowds due to the trek that we took which worked out fabulously! The only complaint was that I wish we had more time at the Dead Sea. We had enough time to go in for a bit, thankfully. We were at the resort for maybe 5 hours before it was time to leave for the airport. Overall amazing trip!

Our Jordan Discovery tour was exceptional. We enjoyed every bit of it and we Thank Gate1 for making this tour a memorable one. As always Gate1 has the top notch Tour Manager and best choice of hotels. During our trip we felt safe, the people are friendly and welcoming. Thank you Gate1.

The trip was quite exhausting, but it was well worth the visit. Our tour manager in Israel Mika and Omar in Jordan were both nice, pleasant and most importantly knowledgeable about the history and culture of their respective countries. Lahdo, the local tour guide in Bethlehem is equally nice, pleasant and knowledgeable as well. Haled in Israel and Sammy in Jordan were both very cautious and careful drivers. Muhannad Tomlieh, Gate1 airport representative helped us all the way for a smooth check in until he can't come with us pass the way going to the boarding gate. My husband and I are very impressed with Gate1 travel just like the other two previous trips we've taken.

EXCELLENT!! Our guide was the BEST!

Well, all I can say is "Thank You"! Thank you for providing the best accommodations and unforgettable tours on your trips! We are looking forward to our next adventure with gate one, and we highly recommend you. P.S. Omar, and Uri are absolutely an asset to your corporation. They were very knowledgeable, very humble, friendly and full of FUN!! We loved them!!!

This trip was excellent, with active and compressed itinerary, and very well planned. The last minute airline schedule change, 2 weeks before our departure, was a shock with 4 am arrival at Cairo and 4 am departure returning home. Upon arrival, Gate 1 arranged a day room for 6 hours at an airport hotel before we checked in at our scheduled regular hotel. For our return flight we were arranged to spend our long layover at the VIP lounge at the airport. The way Gate 1 handles arrivals, departures, hotel/boat check-in/out procedures and the transfer of luggage is a stress reliever. The success of the Egypt trip in large part can be credited to our tour manager, Rasha. She is extremely knowledgeable of ancient Egyptian history and current day Egyptian culture. From day one, her friendliness and hospitality made all of us feel so welcome to be in her country. She has terrific people skills, caring and yet consistent in her expectations of the group. She did everything to ensure our safety and warned us about uneven surfaces and constantly reminded us to be careful every step of the way. She also knows invaluable insider tips about where to shop, where to eat, and what to do. This was a very active trip with early wake up calls and lots of walking. The early arrivals to the sites certainly had the benefit of smaller crowds and better visitation experience. Jordan, the second part of our trip, was also excellent. Our tour manager, Hazim, is very experienced and has a great sense of humor. He knows the sites very well, seamlessly planned and timed our visits smoothly. He was very entertaining, very knowledgeable and thoroughly explained each site we visited and left no question unanswered. I saw many sites and things, travelled many miles and ate more food than I ever thought during these 17 days but never felt rushed. What makes a tour "best vacation ever" is the tour manager. I was fortunate to have the best two tour managers this time. Thanks to Gate 1 for this wonderful experience which enriched my life. This is one trip I could not accomplish if I was doing on my own.

Great, we were pleasantly surprised at how things went smoothly. Our tour guides were excellent, Izack, in particular. Although we were expecting the holiness of the place, we were blasted by the extra activities that our guide prepared for us, like the show of King David after the Armenian dinner, the lunch at the market place and of course the float in the Dead Sea. Petra was spectacular!

Our 2nd trip to Egypt with Gate1, but with the addition of Jordan this time. What an amazing trip! Our tour manager in Egypt, Tarek, was absolutely and simply the best tour manager we've EVER had on all our trips. Friendly, funny, incredibly knowledgeable, really cared for our little "family" of 31 and kept us on track and safe, and he imparted SO much knowledge that added greatly to our tour. Thank you soooooooo much, Tarek! Our tour manager in Jordan, Mohammed, was also very good and friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and (as we all warmed up to each other) funny! Both men are incredible assets to Gate1, and anyone who tours with them will have a great time. If you're considering any of the Egypt/Jordan Gate1 tours but are holding off because you're concerned about safety, we always felt safe. Security rode and walked with us every day in Egypt and was unobtrusive but always there keeping an eye on everything. The Egyptian people are friendly and happy to see you. Same with the Jordanian people. Vendors can be a little pushy but a polite "no thank you" (or two), or better yet, a polite "la shokran" (or two) and they'll leave you alone. Be warned, though, this is a VERY active trip. Early wake up calls, lots (and LOTS) of walking, on the go. As Tarek said, "you can sleep when you're home!" This was simply an absolutely amazing trip with wonderful staff in 2 incredible countries. Thank you, Gate1!

This was our first travel with Gate 1 and my husband and I were very happy with our trip. Our reservation was quick, it was easy to speak with Mario when one of our itinerary was cancelled by Turkish Airline and he was so responsive and courteous. The communication from Gate 1 pre-travel was great. Our tour expert in Israel, Ilan was tremendous. He was knowledgeable, fun and very professional. He was very approachable and loved by our tour group. We found a friend in him! Our tour guide in Jordan, Omar was also knowledgeable, fun and professional. He had his own method of organizing the group. He was approachable and had the interest of his traveler as well. Both tour guides were excellent. We recommend them highly. They really take interest in their travelers . They live what they do. They have the personal touch. Gate 1 is lucky to have Ilan and Omar. The drivers, Reuben and Mazen were amazing , approachable, friendly, caring and were very skilled drivers. We have confidence in their safe driving. The hotel accommodations were great. Wish we could stay longer in each destination. The actual tour schedule was hectic but worth it. We certainly could have lessened the optional tours but we would have never known what we have missed out on. The selections were great from the many sites to visit. The Gate 1 representatives were very helpful. We were assisted at the Amman airport until we were all checked in. This is traveling with confidence that there is someone there when we need help. Truly, truly, satisfied with Gate 1 services from day 1. The only negative is that we traveled from Seattle to JFK , to Istanbul then Tel Aviv. On our return, Amman to Istanbul then finally Seattle. Why the need to go to JFK? Thank you Gate 1. Looking forward to our second travel experience with you.

My Jordan trip was very memorable! Our trip Omar was one of the best tour guides I have encountered since I have been using Gate 1 for my travels since 2013. He was efficient, very knowledgeable and went out of his way to make our trip enjoyable and memorable. For instance he was taking our pictures with our own camera as we handed it to him during the camel caravan. He was running through the desert to take our pictures. His plans were well executed and he communicated very effectively. He was sensitive to each member's needs. I truly enjoyed our Jordan trip. By the way our driver made sure we were all safe with our tour. Kudos to him as well. Thank you Gate1!

Our Discovery trip to Jordan was fabulous, exceeding all expectations. We have never had a bad guide with Gate 1, but I have to say we had the best guide ever, Hazim, on this trip. He was absolutely superlative in communication, group management, and creating an atmosphere of trust, excitement, and learning among a cohesive group of travelers. Of course, the sites we visited were incredible and memorable. Each day was paced in a way that worked for everyone and accomplished a lot. The culinary highlight was a home-cooked meal at his mother's house. Yum!

My husband, Rick and I had a wonderful time on our Jordan Discovery Tour. Our outstanding guide, Hazim, was the best travel guide we have had anywhere in the world! He was knowledgeable, interesting, kind and thoughtful, and gave attention to everyone on our tour. Hazim wanted us to immerse ourselves in the culture, history, and archaeological beauty of Jordan. When I first met Hazim, I told him that this tour was a Biblical Pilgrimage for me, and he discussed the spiritual importance of many of the sites with me, and our group in great detail throughout our tour. A special visit: meeting his family, son, and mom during a delicious lunch, and aunt and uncle during tea. And we met many relatives on our tour throughout the country. All of the sites: Biblical Baptismal site of Jesus at Bethany, Mt. Nebo, Madaba, Jerash, Petra, Little Petra, Wadi Rum, Amman, the Red and Dead Sea were captivating, beautiful and amazing. We enjoyed the spectacular 5+ hotels, breakfast buffets, and various meals, teas, and coffee. We love Gate 1 tours, highly recommend them to friends, and look forward to booking another tour soon.

We had a fantastic trip and our tour guide Waleed is excellent. We recommend this tour to everyone who wants to check out Jordan!

Although I have had a number of amazing guides, I can say that Waleed is absolutely the best that I have ever encountered. Gate 1 needs to give this guy a raise or promotion or something super special because Waleed is without a doubt representing Gate 1 in stellar fashion. The Jordan itinerary is already worth whatever it takes to get there, 100%- such an amazing country! But with Waleed as tour director, travelers can expect to have a truly top-notch experience. Waleed ensures the added value where it is possible to achieve more than an enjoyable vacation in an interesting location; seriously, after being on tour with Waleed I felt I had touched the authentic heart of Jordan. I have so much respect for the people of Jordan as a whole. Their bravery in the face of economic hardship and personal tragedy both breaks my heart and fills me with so much admiration; yes, and gratefulness for the hope they give me for a better world. Jordanians are some of the kindest, most open-hearted, jolly, goofy, people I have ever met. I see grief in their eyes, but they treat each other and foreigners with gentleness and respect. Go to Jordan! You will love it! You will be blown away by the people's incredible level of hospitality. And if you're especially lucky, you will have Waleed as your Gate 1 representative. I'd also like to say that I had some shocking and major disappointments with the US-side of Gate 1 and hope anyone reading this never receives the inexplicably reluctant and rude "help" from Gate1's customer service (please consider not booking your flights through Gate1). The Jordanian side of the whole Gate 1 operation was unceasingly impressive and wonderful. I especially appreciate the driver Muhammed who provided airport transport as well as Mohanned and Abu Ali, Gate1 airport representatives. The country of Jordan is now forever in my heart.

Although I never received a request from you for a personal review for a recent trip ( 16 Day Deluxe Israel and Jordan), I feel compelled to write regarding the superb guides and bus drivers in both countries as well as the outstanding Gate 1 service and planning, beginning with pick up at the Tel Aviv airport and ending with Gate 1 support at the Amman airport. The hotels were superb, the meals delicious, and the travel arrangements between hotels, between tourist sites and between countries, were seamless. Kudos to the Gate 1 planning team, from initial reservation in 2019 and due to Covid, rescheduled twice! In Israel, Gabriella (Gabi) , our tour manager and guide, was a font of information regarding history- both historical/archaeological and the history of the state of Israel. She is extremely knowledgeable regarding the culture, religion and food ways of her country. Gabi is a master planner and facilitator, shepherding us daily through a rich itinerary, coordinating departures, entry times, lunch and dinner reservations, leaving us each day with rich memories of Roman cities, natural wonders, Christian holy sites and Jewish religious/cultural experiences. Gabi's ability to communicate her love and passion for Israel coupled with her empathy, understanding, concern, and care for the 20 tourists under her care made for wonderful traveling. Our Israeli bus driver, Aman, was outstanding, maneuvering a large bus in crowded cities with skill and humor. And across the border we were met by our Jordanian driver Mohammed, equally skillful and engaging. In Jordan, we were welcomed at the Israeli border by Ali , our charming and exceptional tour manager and guide. Ali's extensive knowledge of history, archaeology, Islam, and Jordanian culture, coupled with his engaging manner, ability to communicate and involve his audience, made our experience especially memorable and enjoyable. Our itinerary was was filled from sunrise until nighttime. Ali delivered wonderful lectures on the tour bus as we traveled from site to site and seamlessly planned and timed our visits and meals. Ali's concern for us, his wealth of information, ability to engage his audience, and the spectacular sites in Jordan all contributed to an exciting week of travel.