Plant-Based Dining in Jordan
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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 rich and diverse food culture, making it easy for vegans to enjoy a variety of
Empowering Women in Jordan — Social Enterprises that Make a Difference
by Sharon Kurtz
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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 by the Jordan Tourism Board. Rather than simply checking off a bucket list of sites—the
Jordanian Food and Hospitality
by Linda MIlks
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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 Jordan. When eight of the International Food Wine Travel Writers Association members journeyed to Jordan,
Tampa Bay Breweries: Florida’s Heart of the Craft Brew Movement
by Dawn Damico
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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 passionate about their craft, enjoyed by people who are passionate about beer, and provide a
Discovering the Spiritual Side of Jordan
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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 The capital of the Ammonites, Rabbath Ammon, appears several times in the Old Testament. Most
6 Unique Experiences in Jordan
by Rose Palmer
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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 least a few connections to its wonderfully welcoming people. Use this list of unique experiences
McMenamins in Forest Grove is Tops in Quirky Places to Stay
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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 my scavenger hunt in one of the top quirky places to stay in Oregon. McMenamins
Sharing Life’s Simple Pleasures – A Conversation with Anastasia Koutsioukis
by Lisa Morales
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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 know Anastasia and Ahmet’s very popular restaurant, Mandolin Aegean Bistro in Miami’s Design District. Anastasia
The Excellent Experience at Caprio Cellars is a Reflection of Owner Dennis Murphy
by Pam Baker
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From the moment we arrived at Caprio Cellars in Walla Walla, we knew this visit was going to be special. Emily Kiefer, Customer Experience Director, handed us a glass of sparkling wine before we even stepped inside the tasting room. She shared that when owner Dennis Murphy opened the doors to Caprio Cellars in 2019, he
Copper Bear Wines: Napa Fruit and Arizona Roots
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A trip to Napa often consists of visits to glamorous winery castles with acres of beautiful forests and hills. No one can argue the stunning magnitude of some of the properties; it is a fantastic dreamland for wine lovers. As sensational as that may be, I like to mix it up with visits to less