My Jordan Journal

My Jordan Journal

STORIES OF ADVENTURE, CULTURE, AND FAITH IN JORDAN

A Jordanian Ramadan Experience

Jordanian Muslims, along with many Muslim citizens across the globe, joyfully welcomed the holy month of Ramadan on Saturday, March 1^st.

Black Travelers Share their Favorite Jordanian Experiences

Over the years, Jordan has been a favorite destination for many Black travelers: from boat riding in the Red Sea to hot air ballooning over the Wadi Rum desert, ...

Spreading Love in Jordan: How Jordanians Celebrated Valentine’s Day 2025

People across the globe celebrated Valentine’s Day onFebruary 14, and Jordanians were no exception.

Faces From the Heart of Amman, Jordan: Heba

I love Amman's details: the earth, walls, old houses. I feel like they touch and comfort me.

Top Vatican Diplomat Inaugurates a New Church in Jordan

The Vatican’s secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, inaugurated a new church at the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ in Jordan.

Christmas Spirit Shines Bright in Jordan

With the beautiful Christmas holiday soon approaching, the festive spirit is felt across Jordan’s capital of Amman as twinkling lights, ...

Thanksgiving Happenings in Amman

Celebrating the gratitude and togetherness of Thanksgiving in Jordan’s capital city of Amman has become a much-loved annual tradition with both locals and foreigners enjoying the fall ...

Black Travel Alliance Content Creators Visit Jordan

Jordan Tourism Board partnered with the Black Travel Alliance to bring their Creators Weekend program to Jordan for a ten-day trip around the beautiful kingdom this month.