In 10 days we leave for the Middle Eastern lands of Jordan and Israel. The two geographical features that define their past and future are wilderness and water. Israel walked through the wilderness from Egypt to Canaan and wandered away from the land in the despair of disobedience. The cries of the psalmist for water in a dry and weary land reflect the deep longings of a world weary soul. 'My soul is downcast within me; therefore I will remember you from the land...

In 15 days 25 travellers depart for our tour of Jordan and Israel . Everything is in place for a wonderful adventure through these ancient Biblical lands. The expected weather forecasts are Jordan (20-25C), Jerusalem (17-22C) and Galilee (21-27C). President Obama may be visiting Jordan and Israel at the same time as us in March? I have been in contact with the White House and sent them our itinerary and they have kindly agreed to avoid our daily destinations...