My Jordan Journal

My Jordan Journal

STORIES OF ADVENTURE, CULTURE, AND FAITH IN JORDAN

Pedaling Through Jordan: Local Communities Along the Jordan Trail

In celebration of Earth Day, let’s come together and celebrate the natural beauty of our planet while also reflecting on the ways in which we can travel responsibly to protect and preserve it for future generations. ...

Salma Hayek Helps Clean Up Jordan’s Coral Reefs

During a trip to Jordan, Hollywood actress Salma Hayek visited the kingdom’s coastal city of Aqaba where she helped clean the sea’s coral reefs.

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.