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DEAD SEA HOLIDAY

In a dry, rocky valley in what feels like the center of the earth, the Dead Sea is one of the natural wonders of the world. Much saltier than the ocean, this inhospitable body of water is like nowhere else on earth. Tourists flock here for the curative qualities of the hot dry air, saltwater, and nutrient-rich mud. Millions of years ago, the Dead Sea was a saltwater lagoon that connected to the Mediterranean Sea. Over hundreds of thousands of years, tectonic plates shifted, raising the ground between the Dead Sea and the Mediterranean and cutting off the water supply from the ocean. The Dead Sea, now a lake, became saltier over the years as the water evaporated.  In 2011, the salinity was measured at around 34.2%, which is more than 9x saltier than the ocean.

BEACHES:   It’s definitely not the Caribbean, but that’s all part of the fun. Mostly rocky, sometimes sandy, and always a bit muddy, the shoreline here can make getting into the Sea a challenge. Thankfully, most resortslayout some kind of sandbags or sunken boardwalk to make getting in a bit easier. And while the sand might not be the powdery white sand of the world’s most beautiful beaches, there’s no doubt that the landscape here is astoundingly gorgeous, with rocky mountains surrounding the sea to the east and west and lush farmland to the north. The setting is not comparable to a tropical beach or an alpine lake but that’s what makes it such a weird and wonderful place to visit.

WATER:  It’s hard to describe the way the Dead Sea water feels. The clarity is low–the water is filled with silt and mud and the salinity and desert landscape make it so that almost nothing can survive in or near the water–save for a few palm trees. Contrary to what you might assume, the Dead Sea is not stinky. While the mud surrounding the Sea might smell a bit earthy, the water itself smells nice and clean. The saltwater is silky smooth, but it can also be rough–there are a few rules about swimming here: No jumping (since you’ll get tiny scrapes from the tiny salt crystals), don’t get the water in your eyes .and don’t go in if you’ve just shaved or had any open wounds.

There are no boats or watersports at all on the Dead Sea, and it’s not quite the refreshing oasis that you might believe it to be. But floating in the Dead Sea might be one of life’s most wondrous experiences.

Medical treatment

Today, thousands of people from all over the world come to the Dead Sea to rejuvenate, recover, relax and enjoy its natural benefits. A chain of world-class luxury hotel and spa resorts line the coast. These provide superlative accommodation and a range of treatments in their spas. The Dead Sea’s clinics specialize in the treatment of skin, joint, and eye diseases as well as respiratory and hypertension problems. Each clinic has a team of senior physicians and experts and a fully trained nursing staff.
The Dead Sea’s laboratories produce a range of facial mud masks, bath salts, shampoos, cleansers, nourishing creams, moisturizers, hand creams, make-up removers, skin toners, astringents, face washes, bath and shower gels, soaps, and sun protection creams. All are produced from the area’s natural products, are of excellent quality, and are available in outlets throughout Jordan or can be ordered online for delivery anywhere in the world, so that visitors can continue to enjoy the benefits of the Dead Sea long after they have returned home.
Using these products peels away the dead skin cells on the surface, revealing a healthier-looking under layer. At the same time, it will moisturize and tighten your skin so that you will look younger and more vibrant. It calms and relaxes the skin so that wrinkles will not be visible to the naked eye. They are also able to help control skin disorders by strengthening the skin and removing all of the toxins in the body by flushing them out.
The Dead Sea Medical Centre is certified by the Jordanian Ministry of Health and the Jordanian Chamber of Physicians for the treatment of skin complaints, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.

Go before will be not too late…

Unfortunately, this destination will not be around forever. Due to evaporation and siphoning water levels, experts estimate the sea will have water only for another 50 years.

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