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Common Arabic Phrases to Use in Jordan
Every traveler hopes to experience a country ‘the local way’, meeting local people, visiting the best neighborhood haunts and sitting down with local residents whilst tucking into delicious local delicacies. In Jordan, Arabic is the official and most widely used language, and it helps to know at least a few common Arabic phrases to use... Read More
Understanding Local Customs in Jordan
Understanding local customs in Jordan and Jordanian Traditions is an important part of the experience. For foreign visitors, having awareness allows for mutual respect and a deeper connection with locals. Here are a few tips to understand local customs in Jordan. Shaking Hands It is considered polite to shake hands when meeting people for the... Read More
Best Coffee in Amman
While there are deep-rooted coffee traditions in Jordan among the Bedouins, there are many places in Amman to find a great cup of joe. Surrounded by history, art, and culture, Amman is an eclectic city. For those looking to take a break from sightseeing and enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee, or want to find... Read More
24 Hours in Wadi Rum
With only 24 hours in Wadi Rum, the best option is to stay overnight in the desert to really make the most of your time here. Wadi Rum is an area in Jordan that spans across 278 square miles of mountains, rock bridges, sand dunes, and notable sites including the alleged house of T.E. Lawrence... Read More
The Royal Belgian Chapel Trio in Amman, Jordan. April 4, 2019
The Royal Belgian Chapel Trio will perform in Amman, Jordan on April 4, 2019. Together with the Belgian Embassy in Amman and the Friends of Jordan Festivals, the Trio consisting of Gérladine Clément – Flute, Amaryllis Bartholomeus – Alto, and Maarten Vandenbemden – Guitar, will perform at Halim Salfiti Theatre, Bank al Etihad, Shmeisani. The... Read More
Jordan Fashion Week in Amman, Jordan. March 29-30, 2019
Jordan Fashion Week, Jordan’s official fashion week, will take place in Amman, Jordan from March 29-30, 2019. The event which is hosted by the non-profit organization founded by Shirene Rifai will take place at The Onyx Hall by Kempinski Amman. Jordan Fashion Week supports and promotes local designers and creators in the Jordan fashion scene. Read More
Hiba Tawaji in Amman, Jordan. April 5, 2019
Hiba Tawaji will perform in Amman, Jordan on April 5, 2019. The Lebanese singer and actress famed from France’s version of the voice, and known for Rahbani musicals, Hiba Tawaji sings in Arabic, French, and English. Under the musical direction of Oussama Rahbani, the concert will take place at Ayla, tickets can be purchased online. Read More
Clean Bandit in Amman, Jordan. April 11, 2019
Clean Bandit will perform in Amman, Jordan on April 11, 2019. The English electro band hails from Cambridge and consists of two brothers, Luke and Jack Patterson, and Grace Chatto. Clean Bandit is known for their sound which often fuses classical and dance music. Clean Bandit is known for hits like “Baby” and “Rockabye”. They... Read More
Ajloun Forest Reserve
Situated some 80 km north of Amman, near the Ajloun Governorate, the Ajloun Forest Reserve is about 13 square kilometers of protected land. Within the forest reserve, there is extensive wildlife, most specifically a designated bird area created to protect endangered bird species. There is also a captive breeding program which is specially designed to... Read More
Festivals in Jordan
Festivals in Jordan are a large part of the culture and community. From the arts to the theatre, dance, and food, various annual festivals in Jordan help to bring both locals and tourists together in a variety of ways. Here are some of the annual festivals in Jordan. Aqaba Traditional Arts Festival Each year in... Read More
The Red Sea in Jordan
The port city of Aqaba overlooks the Red Sea in Jordan and is known for the extensive watersports, snorkeling and scuba diving. In fact, the Red Sea is famous for the coral reef, attracting divers from around the world eager to see the well-known Yamanieh coral reef which is found in the Aqaba Marine Park.... Read More