Ah, what a fool I was the first time I did a Dead Sea tour. I was with a large group on a day trip from Tel Aviv , and by the time we finally got to Neve Midbar Beach it was pm, and we were told we had to be outta there by 4. Neve Midbar Beach in Israel. Avoid at all costs. There were only a handful of showers, and about 50 women crammed into the change room which meant nowhere to hang clean, dry clothes while changing out of wet swimsuits, all while trying to ignore the rising flood of Dead Sea water on the floor.
Le worst. Imagine my surprise then, when a week later I rolled up to the resort I was staying at along the Dead Sea in Jordan to discover a completely idyllic scene. Rows of loungers, umbrellas and perfectly rolled-up towels lined the pristine beach, friendly lifeguards chatted with guests and had fresh water at the ready, and instead of a throng of crowds there were only a few bathers lazily floating in the glass-like water.
The experience could not have been any more different than the shenanigans I witnessed at that awful public beach in Israel, and it was then that I realized there could actually be such thing as a Dead Sea vacation.
Serenity found, at a Dead Sea resort in Jordan. Being able to float in water unassisted makes for some pretty epic photo-ops that are impossible to capture otherwise, like the classic Starfish pose, floating on your tummy while lifting your legs and arms up Superman style not as hard as it sounds, promise , or this sultry-setup perfected by Ri-Ri:.
A post shared by badgalriri badgalriri on Oct 22, at pm PDT. The trick to getting all of those great pictures is to resist the urge to immediately plunge into the sea, and instead coordinate with your squad or a kind stranger who hopefully knows a thing or two about composition to make sure you have a designated person on shore to capture some snaps.
Or something like that. All you have to do is reach down along the shoreline and scoop up the smooth, black mud, then slather it all over yourself. If you happen to be at a beach resort there might already be mud waiting for you in a big vat which is pretty luxe and all, but I do think half the fun is digging it up yourself. Just a casual day at the Dead Sea spa…. Most public beaches have kiosks selling pure Dead Sea products like salt and mud, as well as mineral-infused lotions or serums.
Pro tip: Be sure to wrap any wounds in waterproof bandages before slipping into the water to prevent some serious stinging. Hi there- Thanks for your tips. My sister and I were wondering if the sea damaged your suit? What was your experience? Have fun!! I hope you had a great time at Israel!
Pics look great and thanks for the tips. Possibly dumb question… How do you get around to the Jordanian side of the Dead Sea? We also visited the Red Sea at Midbar Beach. Our experience was exactly the same. I will definitely recommend this website to anyone who wants to visit the dead sea! There are thousands of these holes along the shoreline of the Dead Sea. Experts say that it is likely too late to save the Dead Sea and it will eventually dry up. Just like the disappearing, the Dead Sea will not be around forever.
To make sure you have a great float, follow these tips :. While swimming in the Dead Sea is technically impossible, be sure to visit Born to Swim before your trip for all your water accessory needs. Our swim caps will protect your hair from the salt, and our can make navigating your float as simple as waving your hand.
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Skip shaving or waxing for a few days before you go! Be sure to cover up any cuts you have with a band-aid ahead of time for easy floating. Shaving or waxing will leave your skin sensitive. The same as with open cuts or sores, this will result in an uncomfortable stinging or burning sensation. Avoid shaving a day or two before your planned trip to the Dead Sea.
Unlike ducking your head in a pool or even the ocean, the saline waters of the Dead Sea can cause a really painful burning in your eyes. How am I able to float? Does the Dead Sea really have healing properties? Do: Try the mud.
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