FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.
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Middle East

Tips / Destination
Aug 2, 2019

Get Your Float On in the Dead Sea

Floating in the Dead Sea is a bucket-list experience, but you can’t exactly just walk up to it and flop in. And you wouldn’t want to. While it’s true that the high density of the salt-packed sea will force you to float with no effort of your own, there are several other considerations and preparations to make before arriving if you’re looking for maximum enjoyment (and lack of injury).

Socotra Island, Indian Ocean

The Yemeni Island of Socotra is home to wildlife and plant life never found anywhere else in the world. The island is part of an archipelago in the Indian Ocean and a beloved symbol of the Arabian Sea. With the region rife with war at the moment, experts are beginning to wonder how much longer its unique topography will last.

Tips / Destination
Jun 22, 2019

How to Dress Like a Local in the Middle East

When traveling to a foreign land, it’s a great idea to look up the trending fashion and try to adapt. Sometimes, tourists are signaled out for malicious intent, for example, scamming or stealing, and locals can identify them by their clothing. Clothing is an easy way to stand out from a crowd, especially when someone comes from a Western country, like America or Europe, and travels to a more conservative country.