My Jordan Journal

Jordan Captured Beautifully in the New York Times

Following a two-year travel halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic, photojournalist Daniel Rodrigues and his girlfriend chose to visit Jordan and captured the country beautifully in a New York Times article.

Ancient 9,000 Year-old Shrine Found in Jordanian Desert

Jordan is filled with ancient remains and historic artifacts that have been identified hundreds of years ago and more recently, a 9,000-year-old shrine was discovered in the kingdom.

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.

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.

Northern Jordan’s Ancient Umm El-Jimal Town

Located in Jordan’s northern region, Umm el-Jimal is a fascinating town filled with about two thousand years of history, culture, and archaeological remains.

As-Salt, Jordan Listed on UNESCO World Heritage List

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) listed the historic Jordanian city of As-Salt on the World Heritage List as “the city of tolerance and civilized hospitality.”

CNN’s Richard Quest Visits Jordan

A Memorable Trip in Jordan Following COVID-19 Travel Halt

Solo female traveler, entrepreneur, and travel blogger, Jen Ruiz chose to visit Jordan for her first international trip following an 18-month travel halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic.