The Middle East

Travel War-Torn Mosul, Iraq

Mosul, Iraq All that remains is the lonely ghost, what was once a city of beauty, now reduced to rubble. Streets once filled with life, are now empty. This is the impact of war when evil wins. I am not myself walking the barren streets of old Mosul nor would anyone who witness’s this firsthand. But amidst the destruction, there is a palpable sense of determination to...

Travel Iraq Guide

Travel Iraq Guide For as long as I can remember Iraq has been in my life, but for all the wrong reasons. War on terror, car bombings, and more recently the Islamic State claiming the majority of the nation’s northern regions. However, over the past few years, something special has been happening here. Isis is gone, the streets are safe, and travelers are...

Yemen, A True Travel Story to the Most Dangerous Destination in the World

Yemen Travel This is a true story, not one you would expect to hear. It is one I have hesitated to tell as I did not want to encourage others to follow my path. I also do not want to create a negative image of Yemen as its people are some of the most hospitable and welcoming people on the planet. This is the full story of my two-month adventure in Yemen which brought...

Yemen Travel Video

Yemen Travel Video  Yemen Travel Video This year the team at Uncharted Backpacker visited the war torn nation of Yemen to promote future tourism and hope for this absolutely stunning nation. Despite the war raging between the different political states and foreign influences, Yemen’s people prevail and are optimistic that when the war is over, tourism will...