My Jordan Journal

Looking For An Adventure and Meaning? #JustDoJordan

By the end of this journey across and through Jordan, one thing was made clear to me: it is our sameness that unites us and our humanity that connects us.

And that, I believe, is the formula for harmony.

Good Morning Washington Spotlights Jordan

Good Morning Washington and JTBNA partnered for an enchanting "Around the World" journey, shining a Spotlight on Jordan, sponsored by Royal Jordanian Airlines! Led by host Kidd ...

Three Roman Camps Discovered in Jordan

Archaeologists have discovered three Roman military camps in Jordan’s southern city of Maan.

What Surprised Me About My Jordan Trip: Black Solo Female Traveler Edition

When I travel, I seek destinations where I can go on excursions, meet new people, be immersed in the culture, and feel safe as a Black woman traveling solo. The Middle East has always been one of my favorite regions to ...

5 Holy Sites You Didn't Know Were in Jordan

Jordan’s unique location in the heart of the biblical Middle East means that it’s possible to stumble across incredible holy sites at any moment. You may already know that Jordan is home to famous places such as the Baptism Site where Jesus ...

His Eye is on the Sparrow

To our friends worldwide celebrating this final week of #Advent with the glorious songs of old, we hope you enjoy this rendition of the not-so-ancient American hymn “His Eye is on the Sparrow,” filmed entirely on location along the Bible Trail in ...

What to Pack on A Trip to Jordan

When I found out I was traveling to Jordan, I was immediately filled with excitement. I couldn’t wait to experience the history, food, culture, and landscape — from incredible mountains to gorgeous coastlines, from bustling cities to dry ...

Sauntering in Jordan: Finding Peace and Purpose From Amman to Aqaba

In my desk drawer, I keep an article by Daniel Novotny, a dear departed graduate school professor of mine. Of the European practice of journeying to the Holy Land in the Middle Ages he writes: