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
Looking for your best options to bring in 2018 with a party? Here are all of the options for the 18+ crowd for NYE 2017 in Amman. Prices range from 35 JD to 120 JD and all tickets must be booked ahead of time. Enjoy! New Year’s Eve @ Champions Marriot Where: Champions Sports Bar … More The Ultimate List of New Year’s Eve Parties in Amman
A few days ago a traveling chef from Switzerland contacted me to see if there are any vegetarian cooking classes or workshops that he could join in Amman. To be honest, I’m not really into cooking, (unless you count chopping cucumbers and tomatoes to dip into store-bought hummus) so I haven’t tried any culinary experiences … More Vegetarian-Friendly Cooking Classes & Workshops in Amman
If you have a special occasion coming up and need to go shopping for a piece of jewelry, whether it be silver, gold or a precious stone, then you need to head over to Um Uthaina neighborhood. Head directly to Shatt Al Arab Street (map) and you can find a plethora of high-end jewelry shoppes. … More Where to go to buy silver, gold & diamond jewelry in Amman
When it comes to booking a taxi in Amman (or in Jordan), then you have 2 mobile application-based options – Careem & Uber. To be honest, I don’t notice much difference between the 2 apps, and haven’t had a bad experience with either, so I usually just book the one with the cheapest fare/best availability … More Careem & Uber – Taxi Apps in Amman
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