Amman is not merely a gateway to Petra and Wadi Rum. Jordan’s capital provides a peek into the core of Jordan’s past, present and future.
Jess Simpson
Jess Simpson
As a kid playing in Alabama’s red dirt, I fantasized about exploring faraway sands. I still chase those dreams every day and aim to nudge fellow dreamers to explore farther, deeper, and more boldly. Read my tales at Intrepid Travel, Architectural Digest, Mental Floss, Paste magazine and Fodor’s. Follow my adventures on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @LightTraveling.
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From hummus to hospitality: What to know about visiting Amman, Jordan
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4 things you need to know about visiting Jordan, according to an Intrepid leader
by Jess Simpsonby Jess SimpsonFrom history to hip hop and geology to religion, Usama offered our trekking group an education in all things Jordan over the course of this 8-day trip.
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Why Wadi Rum will be a highlight of your Jordan trip (and what to know)
by Jess Simpsonby Jess SimpsonAs constellations flicker, we fall into rhythm of quiet contemplation interspersed with stories and laughter.
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An ancient ritual that’s as integral to Moroccan life as tagine and mint tea, visiting a hammam offers respite, and a way to get a deeper understanding of the culture …
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Why now is the time to visit Bulgaria’s cultural heart, Plovdiv
by Jess Simpsonby Jess SimpsonAs you stroll the narrow streets of historic Plovdiv, music echoes along the cobblestones. You might hear an orchestra performing in a park mingled with guitar chords coming from the …
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Many times during the visit, we heard winemakers refer to the famed regions of Bordeaux and Tuscany with longing and hope for the future; yet as travelers, we never longed …