As of 1 July 1950, the Jordanian Dinar (JOD) became the kingdom’s official currency, ending the use of the Palestinian Pound. The dinar, commonly referred to as JD, is divided into 100 qirsh (also called piastres) and 1000 fils. Note: Even though technically there are 1/2, 1 and 2 1/2 qirsh coins in circulation, it wasn’t until months into living in … More Jordan is Expensive & Here Are Some Reasons Why
Amman is (maybe surprisingly) an active city. It’s full of gyms and fitness centers that give expats and locals a range of options when it comes to finding the right place to get in shape. But some people would prefer to jog outside or play sports with friends instead of lifting weights or running on … More Take Your Workout Outside – Exploring Sports City
Let’s face it, the best part about a new year isn’t that resolution you’re going to make, but rather the fact that you get to start from scratch with your vacation calendar at work! If you’re like me, I always check out the list of public/bank holidays for the year so I can see which … More Plan Your Vacation Now! – List of 2019 Public Holidays in Jordan
Living in Amman, and Jordan in general, one of my absolute FAVORITE parts is the food. A lot of people always ask me “how easy is it to be vegan in Jordan?”, which I always reply “extremely easy!”. There are tons of naturally vegan options in traditional Jordanian and Levantine cuisine, need I say hummus? … More Vegan living in Jordan? Join the Vegans of Amman Facebook group!
In my blog, I try to highlight a lot of ways to GO GREEN in Amman because the lack of municipal recycling means most everything is ending up in landfills, if not being burnt in a dumpster outside your house. Before moving to Amman I was living in Spain and then India, where I was separating … More Go Green – Guide to Composting in Jordan
If you’re an expat new to Amman or have lived there a while and looking to break out of your circle and meet other expats, then you should definitely consider joining InterNations. InterNations is a worldwide online community with the intention to help expats connect with other expats. Expats in the Middle East Living in the … More Meet Other Expats in Amman – InterNations
I’m all for the idea of going on vacation and completely disconnecting from technology. With that said, there are times when having internet connection on your phone while traveling can come in handy, or be completely necessary. If you plan on renting a car during your time in Jordan, then having access to Google Maps … More How & Where to Get A Pre-Paid SIM Card in Jordan
In the age of dating apps it’s easier than ever to meet or “e-meet” someone that’s thousands of miles away. Just take Tinder plus as an example, pay a fee and you can swipe in any country of the world. But what happens when you meet someone online who is from Palestine? No problem right? … More Online Dating – Getting Detained, Imprisoned, Deported and Banned from Israel
Personally speaking, anything that involves dancing is definitely not my thing, even though secretly I wish it was. That way, when I was visiting Cuba I would’ve even tried to join a night out of dancing, but no, I passed on even that cultural experience! Saying that, this post is for those who are abhorred … More Dance Salsa in Amman – Clubs, Classes & Academies
I love getting little notes and questions from my readers because it lets me know the types of topics that people are searching for on the internet about Amman, or Jordan in general. The other day I received a slightly different question and I decided it was worth sharing and an investigation! The question: “…After … More Some Thoughts to Consider About Adultery in Jordan
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