Once you’ve seen downtown Amman, Petra, the Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba, you may wonder, what can I do in Jordan that isn’t a “tourist-y” experience. Presenting to you Global Tribes, a community of local hosts across Jordan that want to show you what Jordan is really about! From making manakeesh in Jerash with … More Local Experiences in Jordan – Global Tribes
This is my first time being in Amman with a child (2 year old) and I’ve been trying my best to find daily activities to keep him busy and away from the TV. I started googling parks in Amman and I realized I didn’t find that many options! Here is a collective list of safe … More Outdoor Playgrounds for Kids in Amman
I am not one to complain, but if there is something that does bother me about Amman, or Jordan in general, it’s that wherever you go you end up inhaling second-hand smoke (not to mention smelling like an ashtray). Though the King Hussein Cancer Foundation (KHCF) is trying to promote the smoke-free movement with their … More Smoke-Free Establishments in Amman
If you vegan, chances are you’ve heard of Bayt Sara restaurant, because it’s the only restaurant in Jordan registered with the BeVeg Vegan certification. Bayt Sara, located in Jabal Amman, was started by, as the name suggests, Sara! She is a half-Jordan, half-Romanian chef. Born in Romania, Chef Sara grew up in Italy and moved … More 100% Vegan Restaurant in Amman – Bayt Sara
If you found this article, it’s probably because you were searching for how to be eco-friendly while living in Jordan. It’s true, there is an issue with lack of recycling facilities in Amman, but there are companies like Green Spot that are trying to help with making Jordan a greener place to live by providing … More Green Spot is Changing the Recycling Game in Jordan
As we become more conscious about the food we are eating, healthy ingredients are what we want. Lucky for you, there’s a new app on the scene in Amman that allows you to order healthy food and organic groceries directly to your doorstep – introducing Noor Healthy app. To put it simply, Noor is an … More Healthy Food Delivered to Your Doorstep – Noor Healthy App
Sushi, sushi, sushi! It seems like sushi is one of those food trends that exploded in Amman and now everyone wants a piece (er, roll) of it. Luckily for you, there are 20 places in Amman where you can get a maki or two. Note: the below list is in no special order and includes … More Where to go for sushi in Amman
Due to the fact that there is a huge problem with waste and the lack of municipal recycling in Jordan, I always like to highlight individuals that are doing their part to upcycle what others throw out. I have before written about a few other local businesses that specialize in upcyling, and today I want … More Upcycled Home Decor – Hunaya
If you are living in Jordan and planning on giving birth there, then you may be wondering how to acquire a birth certificate for your newborn (especially if you are not Jordanian). Here’s how to do it and what you will need. Required Documents Medical certificate from the birth hospital Copy of your marriage certificate … More How to Make a Birth Certificate in Amman
Would you consider rowing 3000 miles across the Atlantic, from the Canary Islands to Antigua, braving storms, sea-sickness, and sleep deprivation, to support a cause? That’s what Robert Hamilton will be doing in 2020, to raise money for Collateral Repair Project. What makes CRP worth it? CRP is a grassroots organization that supports urban refugees … More Volunteer to support refugees in Amman with Collateral Repair Project
