My Jordan Journal

My Jordan Journal

STORIES OF ADVENTURE, CULTURE, AND FAITH IN JORDAN

Oprah Winfrey Visits Jordan and Calls Petra a Must-See Destination

Renowned television personality Oprah Winfrey visited Jordan this past week along with her dear friend and CBS reporter, Gayle King.

Must-Visit Spots in Weibdeh

One of Jordan’s most famous and oldest districts, Jabal Al-Weibdeh, is a prime spot for art and culture, attracting a number of locals and tourists to the kingdom’s bohemian area.

Next Stop in 'The Amazing Race:' Jordan’s Capital, Amman

An episode of the famous adventure reality series, The Amazing Race was filmed in Jordan’s capital city of Amman.

Swefieh Village: Amman’s Urban Destination to Shop, Eat, and Play

Located in the heart of Amman, Jordan’s capital city, Swefieh Village is an outdoor urban district that offers an array of retail stores, entertainment options, and restaurants and cafes.

Beit Khairat Souf: A Home to Jordan’s Local and Tasty Pleasures

A home that once belonged to a Jordanian family, Beit Khairat Souf is now a cultural, women-owned place and social enterprise that offers unique opportunities to explore Jordanian food, local products, and the remote area of Souf.

Jordan's Unique Cycling Experiences

Cycling in Jordan is one of the most favored activities among locals and visitors to the kingdom.

A Women-Focused Association in an Ancient Jordanian Town

Located in an ancient Jordanian village that is filled with historic archeological sites one will find the Iraq Al Amir Women’s Cooperative Association.

Five Facts You Didn’t Know About Jordan

Many people around the world may know Jordan to merely be an Arab country in the Middle East; however, Jordan is an immensely unique and must-visit destination that offers countless cultural, historic, and adventurous experiences for any type of ...