My Jordan Journal

Celebrating Thanksgiving in Jordan's Capital

While celebrating American holidays in foreign countries may be challenging at times, Thanksgiving has become a much-loved holiday in Jordan’s capital city of Amman with both locals and expats enjoying the ...

A Beautiful Musical Piece Featuring Petra

Jordan’s ancient stone-carved city of Petra and one of the Seven Wonders of the World has frequently appeared as the stunning backdrop in many Hollywood films, such as Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and it ...

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.

Meaningful Travel with Baraka Destinations

A leader in Jordan’s sustainable tourism development, Baraka Destinations is a Jordanian social enterprise that aims to create meaningful tourism experiences while supporting local communities.

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 ...