Amman

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.

I booked my trip to Jordan in a moment of impulsivity. The instigator was the realisation that walking into my office each morning felt like walking the plank.

Beit Sitti, on the edge of Amman’s charming Jabal Al Lweibdeh neighbourhood, isn’t your average cooking school.

People packing for a Jordan adventure have to be prepared for all conditions. Mostly hot ones.

The knowledge and cultural experiences that were afforded us as a small group with our extraordinary local guide, Ahmed, were something we just couldn’t have created on our own.

At a time when much of the region sadly seems to be wracked by upheaval and unrest, the Middle East might not seem the world’s most alluring travel destination. And…