My Jordan Journal

My Jordan Journal

STORIES OF ADVENTURE, CULTURE, AND FAITH IN JORDAN

Celebrating Black History Month

With February being Black History Month, JTBNA wanted to shed light on two phenomenal American athletes who have visited Jordan and helped support Jordanian sports: Natasha Cloud and Rasheim Wright.

Jordan’s Top Romantic Experiences

Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to plan a romantic experience, and Jordan is a destination filled with beautiful places that would make for a perfect Valentine’s celebration.

Beit Sitti: Experiencing Jordanian Culture Through Cooking

In Jordan’s capital city of Amman, three Jordanian sisters use their grandmother’s recipes to help teach people how to cook Jordanian dishes, exposing them to Jordanian culture and experiences through local food.

Gen Z Traveler, “PacksLight” Shares Her Top Jordanian Experiences

American travel expert and “gen z travel influencer,” Gabby Beckford visited Jordan for the first time in September where she spent three weeks immersing herself in an array of incredible local, ...

Aqaba, Jordan: The Adventure-Filled Coastal City

The Jordanian coastal city of Aqaba situated on the beautiful Red Sea and located in the southern region of the kingdom offers an array of adventurous activities for the entire family.

Jordan’s Top Hiking and Trekking Trails

Filled with beautiful mountains, valleys, and hills, Jordan is renowned for its incredible hiking and trekking trails that provide guests not only with special outdoor experiences but also with immense culture and ...

Christmas Traditions in Jordan

Each year with the arrival of the festive month of December, the Christmas spirit is felt across Jordan as decorations, Christmas trees, and seasonal lights fill restaurants, malls, hotels, and neighborhoods.

Tales of Jordan: A Walking Tour in Amman

A Jordanian initiative, Tales of Jordan offers walking tours in Jordan’s capital city of Amman that explores some of Amman’s oldest neighborhoods with a specific focus on the area’s art, graffiti, and culture.