Let’s face it, there aren’t many places where kids can freely ride their bikes and scooters in Amman. Whether it be due to the lack of public infrastructure, or the fact that Amman is very hilly, or simply because no parent trusts their kids on the streets because drivers don’t take precautions to go slowly … More Places for Kids to Ride Bikes & Scooters in Amman
If you’re looking for summer camp options in Amman for your kids, I’ve got all the details! Please note that the summer camps are listed in no particular order. Personally, I chose to send my children to their respective school summer camps, but there are lots of other options out there if your child’s school … More Summer Camps in Amman – 2025
Amman, the beating heart of Jordan, is a city where history and modernity merge seamlessly. From ancient ruins to contemporary cafés, the capital is a testament to resilience and evolution. One of the most significant shifts in recent years has been the rise of local entrepreneurship. More than ever, Amman’s residents and visitors recognize the … More Supporting Local Products in Amman: A Step Toward a Thriving Community
“Can I change my driving license to a Jordanian one without a driving test?” I’ve heard this question many times in various expat groups and because I personally went through the process, I thought it would be helpful to make a quick guide on how to do it. One of the benefits of having a … More How to change your foreign driving license to a Jordanian driver’s license
List updated in late 2024. One of my favorite parts of Jordan is the landscape and a few weekends ago I got to experience new views on horseback at the Al Reef Equestrian Club ( مركز الريف الاردني للفروسية). Located about 1 hour outside of Amman in Jalad, Salt, it’s a beautiful place to spend … More Where to go horseback riding in and around Amman
My 5-year-old went from slightly active to completely booked with activities since we came to Amman. Parkour, karate, football, Ready Steady Go, horseback riding, and now he’s added on music classes – drums. If you’re also looking for music classes for your kids, here are some places in Amman you can check out: Music Whale … More Music Classes for Kids in Amman
I’ve been recently working on getting my Jordanian residency as I need it to stay here legally, but also because I can’t drive a Jordanian plate car (only a rental car) without having my residency. Once you get residency you can then translate your driving license to a Jordanian one (here’s how to do it). … More How to Apply for & Renew Your Jordanian Residency
Our household can’t survive without peanut butter. When we first moved here I searched the shelves and only found expensive imported brands. I started to dig a bit deeper and found that many shops sell it freshly made (some even make it right in front of you) without added oil and sugar. Here are the … More The Best Peanut Butter (and other nut butters) in Amman, Jordan
We recently moved to Amman after spending nearly a decade in South India. That means both of my kids grew up on a diet of idli, dosa, dahl, chapati, paratha, channa, chutneys, etc. Recently my 5-year-old was craving Indian food and we ended up at Tandoori Oven in Abdoun. We had a delicious meal of … More Where to find Authentic Indian Food in Amman
Since moving to Jordan I’ve been very conscientious to stay away from boycotted brands and I’m always checking labels on all types of products to see if they’re based in Jordan. When it comes to buying new workout clothes, athleisure, and loungewear, I wanted to stay away from the big brands because… On top of … More Buy Local in Jordan – Workout Clothes & Athleisure Brands
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