Veganism has been growing in popularity around the world and this trend has reached Jordan. An increasing number of restaurants offer plant-based options and an increased awareness of the health benefits of a vegan diet. Jordan is home to a…

Whether you are on your first trip to Jordan or a frequent visitor, meeting the local people makes for unique and memorable experiences. This was certainly true on our 11-day International Food, Wine, and Travel Writer Association (IFWTWA) tour hosted…

The food of a country provides an insight into the people, their land, and their way of life. And for many of us, it is one of the highlights of a trip. Jordanian food and hospitality invoke all that is…

Benjamin Franklin said, “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” And in Tampa, Florida love and happiness flow freely through the heart of Florida’s craft beer movement! Breweries are run by people who are…

There’s more to Jordan than Petra and Wadi Rum. From Biblical sites to Roman temples, the country has a surprising number of spiritual places. Here’s a guide to the top seven religious sites in Jordan. Amman and the Amman Citadel…

For a small country, Jordan offers a diverse array of sights that are both historic and scenically beautiful. Yes, Petra is the jewel in the Hashemite Kingdom’s crown of impressive wonders, but an itinerary to Jordan should also include at…

Imagine the encouragement by the host to explore the newly refreshed third-floor attic and receive a big clue to finding the secret room in this unique accommodation. I could hardly wait to immerse myself in this one-of-a-kind experience and begin…

I recently had a chance to speak with Anastasia Koutsioukis who co-owns The Drexel (in Miami Beach) with her husband Ahmet Erkaya, along with husband and wife duo, Chef Nano Crespo and Tamara Magalhaes. If you’ve visited Miami, you probably…