Nancy Ajram shares her 5 favourite Holiday Destinations

Nancy Ajram is a multi-platinum Lebanese singer and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. Ajram has sold over 2 million records, making her one of Lebanon's top-selling female artists. She has recorded studio albums and appeared in a variety of music videos and advertisements. She participated in the most prominent Arabic festivals and received many accolades, including the 2008 World Music Award for best-selling Middle Eastern artist, the youngest Arab WMA winner to date, the 2012 World Music Award for a second time, and the 2014 World Music Award for a third time. Nancy Ajram is the first and only female Coca-Cola Middle East and Arab world sponsor and spokesperson. On the Oprah Winfrey Show, Nancy was referred to as one of the most important figures in the Middle East, and she has a massive fan base in the area. She is regarded by many as the decade's Arabic music icon.

Nancy had a wonderful time holidaying in Jordan, an Arab country located on the banks of the Jordan river. Jordan is known for its majestic mountains, ancient caves and sea side resorts. It is home to incredible archaeological sites in the city of Petra, located in Jordan’s southwestern desert, known for beautiful rock-cut architecture and innovative water management system built thousands of years ago. Nancy loved visiting the ruins of Petra, half-carved into the rocks and surrounded by mountains riddled with passages and gorges. It is truly a place straight out of history, where ancient Eastern traditions blend with Hellenistic architecture. Petra is counted amongst the 7 wonders of the World. One can explore caves, temples and tombs carved in pink sandstone deep in the desert of the ‘Rose City’, a truly mesmerizing sight, as if you have travelled back in time or to a planet far away.

Egypt is an incredible journey back in time, as Nancy discovered on her trip here with her friends. Known for its ancient pyramids, temples and museums, Egypt is also called the Cradle of Western Civilization. It attracts millions of history buffs each year who come here to admire the glorious heritage of this ancient land. One of Nancy’s fondest memories in Egypt was taking a Cruise from Luxor to Aswan on a gorgeous cruise ship as it glided through the Nile stopping along the way to admire iconic temples and monuments. In Luxor, she visited the capital of the Pharaohs and its impressive architectural legacy: the Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, and Temple of Hatshepsut. She loved the city of Cairo for its rustic charm and was equally fascinated by the local cuisine of Egypt, which had a remarkable aroma & taste. Do check out the National Museum of Egyptian civilization on a guided tour when in Cairo, a must visit for those who have an avid interest in history.

Nancy Ajram has a massive fan following in Algeria. She even sang for the Algerian Soccer team and has performed in various concerts in this North African country. Algeria is a charming country in the MENA region with its Mediterranean coastline and beaches, colonial architecture, Roman ruins and the Sahara desert. Oran is one of Nancy’s favourite places in Algeria. Inspired by the seaside resort town of Nice in the French Riviera, Oran is a pleasant beach town with beach side hotels, local markets and tasty street food. The city has a vibrant night life and there are clubs at local resorts where one can have a fantastic time. Visit the beaches of Madagh 1 and Madagh 2 for an incredible views of the Mediterranean ocean.

Nancy Ajram and her husband Fadi Hashem planned a holiday in Rome, Italy to celebrate her 32nd birthday. The couple had a wonderful time exploring the historically rich and scenic Italy. The historic city of Rome is full of iconic monuments such as the Colosseum, Vatican museum, St Peters Basilica and medieval churches. The couple also visited the Amalfi Coast, one of Italy’s most popular coastline, with its gorgeous beaches, colourful villages and incredible nightlife. A yacht ride on the Mediterranean sea off the coast of Amalfi was one of their most memorable moments of this trip. One gets to see amazing sights of hidden caves, old estates, waterfalls and the island of Capri as the yacht sails through the blue waters of the Mediterranean sea. Its an mesmerizing experience watching exotic marine life such as dolphins & turtles along the way. The couple also relished the local Italian cuisine and visited a winery in Le Vigne di Raito for a taste of authentic Italian wines.

Turkey is a favourite destination for Nancy Ajram and her last vacation in Bodrum with her husband Fadi Hashem and their two daughters Mila and Ella was a truly memorable one. Bodrum is Turkey’s most popular resort town, known for its incredible beaches, luxury resorts and an incredible nightlife. Writers, intellectuals, artists and musicians have long called this Aegean town home, or second-home, attracting a vibrant cultural scene. One can enjoy a variety of water activities in this idyllic beach town, ranging from windsurfing to scuba diving, kayaking to snorkelling, jet skis to sailing and much more. A fantastic place to enjoy Turkish cuisine, especially seafood, Bodrum has a plethora of bars and clubs for enjoyable evenings by the sea shore. One can hire a luxury boat or a yacht in Bodrum for a trip of the nearby islands and to enjoy the panoramic view of the area.