All tagged Jordan

JORDAN EATS: Must Eat Regional Food

I had so much fun eating in Jordan! If you are traveling through or visiting Jordan and you love food, here is a list of the Jordanian foods I recommend you try not to miss! These dishes include national dishes (some rooted in Bedouin culture) as well as dishes you may find through out the Levant (spread by Ottoman rule).

THE JORDAN RIVER: My Pilgrimage

I've shared posts about houses of worship that were not mine and 11 countries later, I finally get to write about my own pilgrimage. This is my experience visiting the Jordan River’s famed Bethany Beyond the Jordan Jesus Baptism Site. I've briefly been to Saudi Arabia and saw waves of ardent pilgrims. I understood the significance but not the immensely personal, non physical healing pilgrimages offer. I totally appreciate that now. 2019 really was out here choking me and those I love. I say this in all heart-wrenching honesty: I do NOT know how I could've made it out without this memory.

TOURING PETRA: Tips for Visiting

Petra, Jordan is an ancient city and one of the seven wonders of the world. It’s a huge tourist destination I suggest everyone needs to see! I’ve been asked over and over for tips on visiting so here we go!In this post. In this post: About Petra, Petra Visitation Tips, About Petra’s Animals, Major Points to See/Visit Along and Off the Trail, What to Wear, Stores, Stops and People and Photo Tips.