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Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri
by Faris Al Khouri
This podcast is the work of a resident slowly making sense of Jordan: its arid plateau, the Rift Valley cutting through the west, and the winter rains that return each November. Travelling here means moving between sparse desert, deep valleys and a capital that concentrates most of the population.The host moves between Amman, where most Jordanians live, and the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and the Gulf of Aqaba. He also spends time in the Jordanian Highlands, where the western rainy season makes the landscape distinctly less arid. From there he follows connections south and west, returning to places rather than ticking them off.The show is built around a slow return to the same ground. Autumn rains change how the western desert and highlands smell and look; by spring the valleys are greener, and by summer the heat pushes attention back to the Rift Valley and Aqaba. Revisiting places with the host builds a layered sense of Jordan as the seasons turn.Faris Al Kh
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Karak Castle Vaults and the Quiet Town Below
Faris navigates administrative tasks in Karak, explores Kerak Castle's historical layers, enjoys traditional mansaf, and prepares for a hike in Wadi Mujib. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 42 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Karak, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al Karak House, Karak Castle, Baylayers Tower, Marouf Café - Al Karak, Housing Bank Karak Branch, Karak Archaeological Museum, Adel Halabi Restaurant, Wadi Mujib. Covered: Residence Permit Logistics, Karak Castle Mamluk Layers, Local Dining Costs, Banking Setup, Wadi Mujib Planning, Christian Quarter History. Chapters:00:00 Al Karak House01:51 Marouf Café - Al Karak04:52 Baylayers Tower06:55 Christian Quarter A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #JordanTravel #KarakCastle #Mansaf #WadiMujib #JordanResidency #MiddleEastTravel #CrusaderHistory #MamlukArchitecture #KingdomOfJordan #TravelPodcast #FarisAlKhouri #JordanCulture #DesertLife #HistoricFortress #JordanianFood #AdventureTravel #BudgetTravel #OffTheBeatenPath https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Karak Castle Vaults and the Quiet Town Below
Faris spends his fourth day in Karak, navigating the cool September air to explore the Mamluk vaults of Kerak Castle, sorting practical residency logistics at a local bank, and reflecting on the slow rhythm of life in this historic southern plateau town. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 41 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Karak, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al-Sarayah Street, Kerak Castle, Housing Bank Karak Branch, Adel Halabi Restaurant, Marouf Café - Al Karak, Fursan Almadena Restaurant, Baybars Tower, Christian Quarter. Covered: Kerak Castle Architecture, Residency Logistics, Local Cuisine, Christian Quarter, Banking Procedures, Wadi Mujib Planning. Chapters:00:00 Al-Sarayah Street02:52 Baybars Tower05:40 Christian Quarter A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #KarakJordan #KerakCastle #Mansaf #WadiMujib #KingHighway #JordanTravel #ExpatLife #TravelJordan #HistoryOfJordan #MamlukArchitecture #CrusaderCastles #ResidencyInJordan #ArabCulture #DesertTravel #HikingJordan #FoodieJordan #SlowTravel #MiddleEastTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Karak Castle Vaults and the Quiet Town Below
Day three in Karak explores the Mamluk vaults of the Crusader castle, the rhythm of the old souk, and the practicalities of settling into a provincial Jordanian town. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 40 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Karak, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al-Sarayah Street, Marouf Café - Al Karak, Karak Castle, Adel Halabi Restaurant, Housing Bank Karak Branch, Zain Store, St George’s Church, Souk. Covered: Karak Castle Mamluk Layers, Banking and SIM Logistics, Christian Quarter History, Mansaf Dining Experience, Wadi Mujib Planning. Chapters:00:00 Al-Sarayah Street02:09 Karak Castle05:11 Zain Store07:53 Fursan Almadena Restaurant A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #KarakCastle #JordanTravel #MamlukArchitecture #MansafLover #WadiMujib #CrusaderHistory #VisitJordan #ProvincialLife #KingHighway #ArabCulture #TravelTips #BudgetTravel #HistoricalSites #MiddleEastTravel #JordanPass #CulturalHeritage #SlowTravel #ResidentLife https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Karak Castle Vaults and the King's Highway South
Day two in Karak explores the Mamluk vaults of the Crusader fortress, the quiet rhythm of the old souk, and practical tips for navigating the southern plateau before heading to Wadi Mujib. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 39 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Karak, Jordan. Places in this episode: Karak Castle, Al-Sarayah Street, Marouf Café - Al Karak, Sunset Cafe, Adel Halabi Restaurant, Greek Orthodox Church of St George, Mu'tah, Battle of Mu'tah site. Covered: Karak Castle architecture, Local dining costs, Banking and SIM registration, Christian quarter history, Wadi Mujib planning. Chapters:00:00 Al-Sarayah Street02:41 Adel Halabi Restaurant05:37 Karak Archaeological Museum A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #KarakCastle #JordanTravel #KarakJordan #MansafLover #KingHighway #WadiMujib #CrusaderHistory #MamlukArchitecture #TravelJordan #MiddleEastTravel #HistoricCastles #FoodieJordan #BudgetTravelJordan #KarakaSouk #Mu'tahUniversity #JordanPass #ExploreJordan #ArabCuisine https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Karak Castle and the King's Highway South
Faris moves from Madaba to Karak, exploring the Crusader-Mamluk fortress, the local souk, and the practicalities of settling in a conservative southern governorate. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 38 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Karak, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al Karak House, Marouf Café - Al Karak, Fursan Almadena Restaurant, MU'AB RESTAURANT, Karak Castle, Al-Sarayah Street, Baybars Tower, Karaka Archaeological Museum. Covered: Karak Castle exploration, Local dining costs, Residency paperwork, King's Highway travel, Daily budget in Karak. Chapters:00:00 Al Karak House03:03 Fursan Almadena Restaurant04:34 Baybars Tower05:58 Al-Sarayah Street07:15 Lyklar coffee & more08:27 Street A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #KarakCastle #JordanTravel #KingHighway #TravelJordan #MiddleEastTravel #HistoricCastles #BudgetTravel #SoloTraveler #JordanPass #Mansaf #WadiMujib #CruiserHistory #MamlukArchitecture #VisitJordan #TravelTips #ExpatsInJordan #SouthernJordan #TravelPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Madaba's Final Day and the Road South
Faris packs his bags in Madaba, visits the Mount Nebo basilica for one last look, and reflects on the King's Highway journey ahead to Petra and Aqaba. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 37 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Madaba, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al-Balad Al-Qadim, St George's Church, Madaba Institute for Mosaic Art and Restoration, King Talal Street, Shrine of the Beheading of St John the Baptist, Haret Jdoudna, Mount Nebo, Franciscan Moses Memorial Church. Covered: Madaba departure, Mount Nebo visit, Local costs and currency, Logistics and banking, Upcoming King's Highway route. Chapters:00:00 Al-Balad Al-Qadim01:45 St George's Church03:57 Mount Nebo06:26 Madaba Archaeological Park08:33 Wadi Jadid A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Madaba #JordanTravel #KingHighway #MountNebo #MosaicMap #TravelJordan #MiddleEastTravel #HistoricalSites #BudgetTravel #CulturalHeritage #StGeorgesChurch #Mansaf #UmmArRasas #PetraAndBeyond #WadiRum #Aqaba #ResidentLife #JordanPass https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Madaba's Last Light and the Road to Nebo
Faris spends his final full day in Madaba, navigating street construction, visiting Mount Nebo at sunset, and packing for the journey south to Petra and Wadi Rum. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 36 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Madaba, Jordan. Places in this episode: Mount Nebo, St George's Church, Madaba Archaeological Park, Haret Jdoudna, Black Iris Hotel, La Storia Complex. Covered: Madaba Old Town, Mount Nebo Visit, Local Cuisine, Residency Logistics, Travel Planning South. Chapters:00:00 Madaba03:32 Mount Nebo06:19 Black Iris Hotel A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MadabaTravel #JordanVlog #MountNebo #KingHWay #MosaicCity #TravelJordan #PetraAndBeyond #WadiRum #AqabaBound #MiddleEastTravel #CulturalHeritage #ByzantineArt #MansafLover #DigitalNomadLife #ResidencyInJordan #ExploreJordan #SummerInJordan #FarisAlKhouri https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Madaba's Guava Festival and the Road to Nebo
Day six in Madaba: navigating street diggings, tasting guava ice cream at the new festival, and chasing the light on Mount Nebo before the Dead Sea heat sets in. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 35 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Madaba, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al-Balad Al-Qadim, King Talal Street, Al-Salam Square, St George's Church, Mosaic Specialty Coffee, La Storia Complex, Moses Memorial Church, Shrine of the Beheading of St John the Baptist. Covered: Madaba Guava Festival, Mount Nebo visit, Residency and banking logistics, Local food costs, Street infrastructure updates. Chapters:00:00 Al-Balad Al-Qadim02:14 Al-Salam Square04:25 King Talal Street07:00 Haret Jdoudna A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MadabaMosaics #JordanTravel #MountNeboView #GuavaFestival #KingHighway #StGeorgesChurch #MansafLover #JordanResident #MiddleEastTravel #ByzantineHistory #AlBaladAlQadim #HaretJdoudna #DeadSeaTrip #JordanPass #TravelOnABudget #ChristianHeritage #DesertLandscapes #FarisAlKhouri https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Madaba Guava Festival and Mosaic Workshops
Faris explores Madaba’s first Guava Festival, visits the mosaic workshops in Al-Fusayfisa, and reflects on the living craft of the City of Mosaics while tracking daily costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 34 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Madaba, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al-Salam Square, Mantaqat Al-Fusayfisa, St. George's Greek Orthodox Church, Hadota Cafe, Mount Nebo, La Storia Complex, Haret Jdoudna, King Talal Street. Covered: Guava Festival, Mosaic Workshops, Mount Nebo, Local Costs, St George's Church, Haret Jdoudna. Chapters:00:00 Al-Salam Square02:28 Al-Balad Al-Qadim04:59 Hadota Cafe08:00 La Storia Complex A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Madaba #JordanTravel #GuavaFestival #CityOfMosaics #MountNebo #StGeorgesChurch #KingHighway #MiddleEastTravel #HistoricalSites #MosaicArt #JordanTourism #TravelTips #BudgetTravel #CulturalHeritage #AlBaladAlQadim #HaretJdoudna #LaStoriaComplex #VisitJordan https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Madaba Mosaics, Nebo Views and Street Digging
Faris explores the mosaic workshops of Madaba's old town, visits Mount Nebo for panoramic views, and discusses practicalities like visas, banking, and local construction projects. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 33 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Madaba, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al-Balad Al-Qadim, Church of St George, King Talal Street, Madaba Archaeological Park, Mount Nebo, La Storia Complex, Haret Jdoudna, Shrine of the Beheading of St John the Baptist. Covered: Madaba Churches and Mosaics, Mount Nebo Visit, Residency and Banking Logistics, Local Costs and Infrastructure, Upcoming Day Trips. Chapters:00:00 Al-Balad Al-Qadim03:00 Madaba Archaeological Park05:51 La Storia Complex08:01 King Talal Street10:00 Mosaic Specialty Coffee A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Madaba #JordanTravel #MosaicMap #MountNebo #KingHighway #JordanPass #VisitJordan #MadabaOldTown #ResidencePermit #MiddleEastTravel #ByzantineHistory #DeadSeaDayTrip #UmmArRasas #GuavaFestival #TravelBudget #JordanDinars #StGeorgesChurch #HaretJdoudna https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Madaba Mosaics, Nebo Views and Street Digging
Faris explores Madaba's mosaic workshops, climbs Mount Nebo for the Moses view, and navigates local construction while sharing practical tips on visas and costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 32 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Madaba, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al-Balad Al-Qadim, St George’s Church, Madaba Institute for Mosaic Art and Restoration, Haret Jdoudna, Mosaic Specialty Coffee, Mantaqat Al-Fusayfisa, Mount Nebo, Moses Memorial Church. Covered: Madaba Old Town Exploration, Mount Nebo Visit, Visa and Banking Logistics, Local Costs and Economy, Infrastructure Updates. Chapters:00:00 Al-Balad Al-Qadim03:23 Mount Nebo06:54 Mantaqat Al-Fusayfisa A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #MadabaTravel #JordanMosaics #MountNebo #KingHighway #JordanPass #TravelJordan #MiddleEastHistory #ByzantineArt #MadabaOldTown #ResidentLife #VisaTips #BudgetTravel #InterfaithCoexistence #StGeorgeChurch #LaStoryComplex #AdonisRestaurant #JordanCulture #TravelPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Madaba Mosaics and the Guava Festival Countdown
Faris explores Madaba's mosaic workshops and the Church of the Apostles, plans a trip to Mount Nebo, and looks forward to the city's first Guava Festival. He also shares practical tips on local costs, the Jordan Pass, and getting around Madaba. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 31 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Madaba, Jordan. Places in this episode: Church of the Apostles, Madaba Archaeological Park, Shrine of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist, Carob House, Haret Jdoudna, Mosaic Specialty Coffee, Mount Nebo. Covered: Mosaic art and workshops, Byzantine history and churches, Local food and cost of living, Upcoming events and festivals, Day trips to Mount Nebo and the Dead Sea. Chapters:00:00 Madaba01:25 Church of the Apostles02:54 Madaba Archaeological Park04:44 Carob House06:30 Mount Nebo08:26 Haret Jdoudna09:31 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Madaba #CityOfMosaics #JordanTravel #VisitJordan #MountNebo #MadabaMosaics #MosaicMap #JordanFood #Mansaf #GuavaFestival #JordanHistory #TravelJordan #JordansMosaicCity #HaretJdoudna https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Mosaic City Arrival and the Road South
Faris moves from Jerash to Madaba, the City of Mosaics, in this episode of the Jordan Travel Podcast. He settles into a budget guesthouse, explores the ancient mosaic map at St. George's Church, and starts planning his trips to Mount Nebo and the Dead Sea, all while tracking his daily costs in dinars. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 30 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Madaba, Jordan. Places in this episode: Madaba Hotel, St. George's Church, Madaba Archaeological Park, Shrine of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist, Carob House, Medab Resto & Pub, Madaba Museum, Al Hakaya Museum. Covered: Mosaic history and map, travel costs and budget in Madaba, Mansaf and local food, Madaba old town and churches, Jordan Pass and local attractions, Travel logistics from Jerash to Madaba. Chapters:00:00 Bus interior01:03 Madaba Hotel02:26 Mount Nebo03:56 Carob House05:27 Old city street06:34 Medab Resto & Pub07:45 Madaba Museum A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Madaba #JordanTravel #MosaicCity #MadabaMap #StGeorgesChurch #JordanPass #KingsHighway #MiddleEastTravel #BudgetTravel #TravelJordan #MadabaMosaic #MountNebo #DeadSea #JordanHistory #Mansaf #SoloTravel #AmmanToMadaba #MadabaMuseum https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Jerash's Last Light and the Road South
Faris spends his final day in Jerash with a last dawn visit to the ruins, a final meal at Beit Khairat, and a sunset walk through the modern souq. He reflects on the month's costs, the practicalities of travel, and the journey ahead to Petra, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 29 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Jerash, Jordan. Places in this episode: Souf, Cardo Maximus, Hadrian's Arch, South Theatre, Temple of Zeus, Nymphaeum, Beit Khairat, Arab Bank Jerash Branch. Covered: Jerash final day, Beit Khairat kitchen, Daily costs in Jerash, Roman ruins at dawn, Jerash souq, Travel planning south. Chapters:00:00 Cardo Maximus00:50 Souf01:58 Jerash03:20 Modern town street, light traffic06:51 Hadrian's Arch A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jerash #JordanTravel #RomanRuins #Decapolis #JerashRuins #HadriansArch #BeitKhairat #SoufVillage #JordanFood #MiddleEastTravel #TravelPodcast #BudgetTravel #SoloTravel #HistoricSites #JerashGuide #JordanPass #KingHighway https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Last Light on Hadrian's Arch
Faris spends his final day in Jerash with an early morning at the ruins, a last visit to the women-led kitchen in Souf village, and an evening walk through the modern town. He breaks down what a day in Jerash actually costs, from falafel to the Jordan Pass, and reflects on the quiet after the festival. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 28 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Jerash, Jordan. Places in this episode: Jerash Ancient City Ruins, Cabra Bean coffee, Cello Café & restaurant, Hadrian's Arch, Temple of Artemis, South Theatre, Cardo Maximus, Souf village. Covered: Jerash ruins at dawn, Souf village women-led kitchen, Daily cost breakdown, Jerash festival aftermath, Preparing for the journey south. Chapters:00:00 Cardo Maximus02:09 Cabra Bean coffee04:13 King's Highway05:39 Cello Café & restaurant07:11 Hadrian's Arch A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jerash #JordanTravel #RomanRuins #Decapolis #SoufVillage #JordanFood #Knafeh #MiddleEastTravel #TravelBudget #JordanPass #HadriansArch #BeitKhairat #KingHighway #PetraNext #WadiRum #Aqaba #SlowTravel #JerashFestival https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Market, the Camp, and a Roman Morning
Faris explores the modern Jerash souq, visits Jerash Camp and Souf Camp, and catches the Roman ruins in their final August light, with a practical breakdown of daily costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 27 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Jerash, Jordan. Places in this episode: Oval Plaza, Cardo Maximus, Hadrian's Arch, Hippodrome, South Theatre, Jerash Camp, Souf Camp, Beit Khairat. Covered: Roman ruins of Jerash, Modern Jerash town and souq, Jerash and Souf refugee camps, Souf village and Beit Khairat, Daily cost breakdown in Jerash, Jordan Pass and site entry. Chapters:02:21 Jerash02:57 Jerash Camp06:09 Jerash Archaeological Museum08:06 Oval Plaza A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jordan #Jerash #Gerasa #TravelJordan #RomanRuins #VisitJordan #KingHighway #JordanPass #Petra #WadiRum #Aqaba #Decapolis #MiddleEastTravel #JordanEats #Knafeh #BeitKhairat #RefugeeCamp #Souf https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Hadrian's Arch at Dawn and Jerash's Quiet Corners
Faris explores the Roman ruins of Jerash at dawn, visits the modern town's markets and knafeh shops, and reflects on the cost of living and the quiet post-festival atmosphere. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 26 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Jerash, Jordan. Places in this episode: Hadrian's Arch, Cardo Maximus, South Theatre, Temple of Artemis, Temple of Zeus, Oval Plaza, Nymphaeum, Beit Khairat. Covered: Jerash ruins, Beit Khairat kitchen, Cost of living, Practical paperwork, Local food. Chapters:00:00 Hadrian's Arch02:35 City street morning03:40 Souf village05:30 Beit Khairat07:30 Temple of Zeus08:28 Jerash Hotel A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jerash #JordanTravel #VisitJordan #Decapolis #RomanRuins #HadriansArch #CardoMaximus #BeitKhairat #SoufVillage #Mansaf #JordanFood #TravelVlog #MiddleEastTravel #HistoryLovers #Archaeology #JerashFestival #KingHighway #JordanGuide https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Cardo at Dawn and a Kitchen in Souf
Faris takes in the empty Roman ruins at first light, breaks down the real cost of a day in Jerash, and heads to Souf village for a farm-to-table lunch at a women-led kitchen. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 25 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Jerash, Jordan. Places in this episode: Jerash Hotel, Oval Plaza, Cardo Maximus, Nymphaeum, Temple of Artemis, South Theatre, YALLA COFFEE, Souf village. Covered: Roman ruins of Jerash, Local food and meal cost, Jerash daily budget, Transport to villages, Women-led farm kitchen, Planning the journey south. Chapters:00:00 Oval Plaza09:30 Hadrian's Arch A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jerash #JordanTravel #RomanRuins #VisitingJordan #JerashRuins #Souf #BeitKhairat #JordanFood #FarmToTable #Mansaf #TravelPodcast #MiddleEastTravel #AncientCity #JordanPass #LocalFood #SoloTravel #TravelJordan https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Jerash Arrival and the Roman Ruins at Dusk
Faris moves from Ajloun to Jerash, settling into a new base among the Roman ruins. He walks the Cardo Maximus at golden hour, explores the empty site after the festival, and finds a knafeh shop in the modern town. Plus practical notes on the Jordan Pass, minibus travel, and what a day in Jerash costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 24 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Jerash, Jordan. Places in this episode: Hadrian's Arch, Cardo Maximus, Oval Plaza, Temple of Artemis, South Theatre, Hippodrome, Jerash Archaeological Museum, North Theatre. Covered: Jerash ruins, modern Jerash town, local food, Jordan Pass, practical transport. Chapters:00:00 Jerash01:51 South Theatre04:05 Cardo Maximus04:59 Souf village05:58 Old Site Restaurant07:21 YALLA COFFEE08:46 Quiet hotel room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jordan #Jerash #RomanRuins #JerashFestival #JordanTravel #Decapolis #TravelJordan #KingHighway #VisitJordan #Archaeology #MiddleEastTravel #JerashGuide #SoufVillage #JordanFood #WadiRum #Petra https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Ajloun's Last Morning and the Road South
On his final day in Ajloun, Faris takes one last hike through the forest, enjoys a quiet lunch at a local guesthouse, and sorts out the practicalities of his journey south to Petra, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba. He reflects on what this green highland town has taught him about a slower, more affordable Jordan. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 23 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: Ajloun Forest Reserve, Dar Ne'meh Kufranjeh, Cairo Amman Bank, Ajloun, Sakhra, Orjan valley, Kufranjeh, Great Mosque, Ajloun. Covered: Ajloun final day, Mansaf and local food, Ajloun Forest Reserve hike, Bus travel King's Highway, Journey south planning, Bank and practicalities. Chapters:00:00 Quiet room01:39 Ajloun Forest Reserve03:16 Town street04:22 Sakhra07:21 Desert A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Ajloun #JordanTravel #TravelJordan #King'sHighway #Petra #WadiRum #Aqaba #Mansaf #RoadTrip #MiddleEastTravel #ForestHike #LocalFood #BudgetTravel #BusTravel #JordanGreen #SoloTravel #SlowTravel #TravelGuide https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Ajloun's Last Light and the Road South
Faris spends his final day in Ajloun with a quiet morning at a local bakery, a last hike through the forest reserve, and an evening cable car ride. He reflects on the cost of his time here, the new bus network, and his plans for the journey south to Petra, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 22 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: Ajloun Castle, Ajloun Forest Reserve, Jar Al Jabal Restaurant, Olive Coffee House, Ajloun Cable Car. Covered: Ajloun final day reflections, Local food costs in Ajloun, Amman-Ajloun bus network trial, Cable car and summer festival, Planning the journey south. Chapters:00:00 Village street morning01:00 Hilltop with wind02:37 Forest04:13 Restaurant interior05:32 Olive Coffee House06:52 Funfair08:03 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Ajloun #JordanTravel #AjlounCastle #CableCarRide #ForestReserve #Mansaf #VisitJordan #KingHighway #PetraBound #WadiRum #Aqaba #OliveOilSoap #LocalFood #BudgetTravel #MiddleEast #SoloTravel #SummerInJordan https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Last Morning in Ajloun's Green Hills
Faris spends his final morning in Ajloun with a slow breakfast at a village bakery, a last walk up to the castle, and a ride on the cable car before heading south. He reflects on what a week in the highlands cost, the new bus link to Amman, and the quiet peace of Jordan's greenest corner. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 21 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: Ajloun Castle, Ajloun Cable Car, Anjara Shrine of Our Lady of the Mountain, Sakhra olive terraces, Jar Al Jabal Restaurant, Olive Coffee House & More, Ajloun Great Mosque, Tell Mar Elias. Covered: Ajloun local food and bakeries, Ajloun Castle and cable car, Cost of day in Ajloun, Ajloun festivals and events, Transport links from Amman to Ajloun. Chapters:00:00 Quiet room01:17 Ajloun Castle03:24 Jar Al Jabal Restaurant06:23 Village A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #JordanTravel #Ajloun #AjlounCastle #JordanGreen #VisitJordan #TravelJordan #MiddleEastTravel #AjlounForestReserve #CableCarAjloun #JordanHighlands #AmmanToAjlounBus #GreenAbayaFestival #OliveOilSoap #JordanTravelGuide #DiscoverJordan #SummerInJordan #TravelPhotography #MansafLovers https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Ajloun Castle at Dusk and the Journey South
Faris spends a final evening in Ajloun, watching the sun set from Ajloun Castle, sharing a meal of local dishes, and reflecting on the cost of a day in the green highlands before planning his journey south along the King's Highway to Petra, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 20 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: Ajloun Castle, Ajloun Cable Car, Jar Al Jabal Restaurant, Ajloun Mhna guest house, Great Ajloun Mosque, Jordan Valley. Covered: Ajloun Castle, Cost of day in Ajloun, Planning southward journey, Local food and cafes, Residence permit paperwork, New bus network. Chapters:00:00 Jordan Valley01:42 Ajloun Cable Car03:20 Cafe interior04:49 Restaurant interior06:17 Ajloun Mhna guest house07:51 Rooftop at night08:42 Hilltop at night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jordan #Ajloun #AjlounCastle #TravelJordan #JordanTravel #MiddleEastTravel #Petra #WadiRum #Aqaba #KingsHighway #HikingJordan #BudgetTravel #SoloTravel #VisitJordan #CastleView #SummerInJordan https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Tell Mar Elias and the New Bus to Ajloun
Faris explores the Byzantine ruins at Tell Mar Elias, samples local honey and soap, and tests the new low-fare bus from Ajloun. He reflects on what it costs to live and travel in Jordan's green highlands. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 19 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: Tell Mar Elias, Ajloun Castle, Great Ajloun Mosque, The Soap House, Jar Al Jabal Restaurant, Orjan, Mhna Guest House. Covered: Tell Mar Elias visit, New bus network trial, Ajloun local costs, Souq shopping, Day planning from Ajloun. Chapters:00:00 Market stall00:24 Tell Mar Elias01:56 Bus ride03:37 The Soap House05:29 Jar Al Jabal Restaurant07:06 Mhna Guest House A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Ajloun #Jordan #TellMarElias #JordanTravel #AjlounCastle #ByzantineMosaics #JordanBus #TravelJordan #AjlounForestReserve #OliveSoap #JordanGreen #MiddleEastTravel #BudgetTravel #KingHighway #JordanHistory #HikingJordan https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Cable Cars, Roasted Corn, and the Green Abaya Festival
Faris spends a festival-filled evening in Ajloun, riding the cable car, wandering the Green Abaya Festival at the Cultural Center, and reflecting on the town's quiet summer rhythm. He also digs into practical costs—from a cappuccino to a castle ticket—and shares why Ajloun feels like home. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 18 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: Teleferic Ajloun, Ajloun Castle, Ajloun Cultural Center, Jabal Amman, Tell Mar Elias, Anjara. Covered: Ajloun cable car and castle, Green Abaya Festival, Cost of living in Ajloun, Practical residency and banking in Jordan, Ajloun local food and bakeries, Planning day trips from Ajloun. Chapters:00:00 Ajloun01:17 Hilltop with wind03:00 Ajloun Cultural Center05:28 Jabal Amman07:25 Morning birdsong in forest08:30 Tell Mar Elias A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Ajloun #JordanTravel #GreenAbayaFestival #CableCarAjloun #AjlounCastle #RoyalForestReserve #JabalAmman #AmmanToAjlounBus #TravelJordan #MiddleEastTravel #VisitJordan #AjlounFood #Manaeesh #Zaatar #LocalLife #SummerInJordan #TravelPodcast #JordanExperiences https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Ajloun's Forest Reserve and the Cable Car Festival
Faris spends a day hiking Ajloun's forest reserve, riding the cable car to the castle, and catching the cable car summer festival. He shares practical costs, local food spots, and how to make the most of a day in Jordan's green highlands. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 17 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: Ajloun Forest Reserve, Ajloun Castle, Teleferic Ajloun, Jar Al Jabal Restaurant, Dar Ne'meh Kufranja, Soap House, Sakhra. Covered: hiking, festival, local food, soap making, castle history. Chapters:00:00 Ajloun Forest Reserve02:38 Teleferic Ajloun03:42 Ajloun Castle04:55 Sakhra06:39 Dar Ne'meh Kufranja07:49 Room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Ajloun #Jordan #JordanTravel #AjlounCastle #AjlounForestReserve #EagleTrail #SoapHouse #CableCarFestival #Mansaf #DareNe'meh #JarAlJabal #GreenJordan #TravelJordan #JordanHighlands #HikingJordan #WadiRum #Petra #Bedouin https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Ajloun's Green Hills and Festival Nights
Faris spends a full day in Ajloun exploring the forest reserve, visiting the cable car festival, and reflecting on the town's affordable pace and warm hospitality, with practical tips on costs, transport, and local life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 16 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: AjlounForestReserve, EagleTrail, SoapHouse, AjlounCastle, TelefericAjloun, AjlounHotel, GreatAjlounMosque. Covered: Ajloun Forest Reserve hiking, Ajloun Castle and museum, Summeric festival experience, Local food and costs in Ajloun, Ajloun transport and bus route, Olive oil soap cooperative. Chapters:00:00 Quiet hotel room morning01:19 Forest trail04:59 Castle courtyard06:39 Festival street at night08:18 Quiet hotel balcony night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Ajloun #JordanTravel #AjlounCastle #AjlounForestReserve #EagleTrail #SummericFestival #TelefericAjloun #OliveOilSoap #JordanGreen #TravelJordan #MiddleEastTravel #AdventureInJordan #EcoTravel #CastleViews #HighlandLife #JordanCulture #RSCN https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Ajloun's Green Hills and Castle Views
Faris moves from Salt to Ajloun, explores the Ajloun Castle, enjoys the cool forested highlands, and checks out the Summeric festival and cable car. He shares practical tips on costs, transport, and the new low-fare bus route. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 15 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Ajloun, Jordan. Places in this episode: Ajloun Castle, Ajloun Forest Reserve, Jar Al Jabal Restaurant, Ajloun Mhna Guest House, Great Ajloun Mosque, Cable Car (Teleferic Ajloun), Tell Mar Elias, Anjara. Covered: Ajloun Castle, Ajloun Forest Reserve, Local food and costs, Cable car and festival, Practical travel tips. Chapters:00:00 Bus ride01:12 Ajloun Mhna Guest House02:25 Ajloun Forest Reserve04:34 Tell Mar Elias05:57 Great Ajloun Mosque07:14 Street08:23 Anjara A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Ajloun #AjlounCastle #JordanGreen #AjlounForestReserve #JordanTravel #TravelJordan #SummericFestival #CableCarAjloun #HikingJordan #EagleTrail #JordanHighlands #MiddleEastTravel #TravelPodcast #BudgetTravel #PetraAndWadiRum #AjlounGuesthouse https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Last Morning in Salt
Faris spends his final morning in Salt with a last shrak breakfast, a quiet visit to the Al-Khader church, and one more walk through the old town's stairways before catching the service taxi south, with a look at what a week in Salt really costs. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 14 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Salt, Jordan. Places in this episode: A'shour Bakery, Hammam Street, Aktham's 1881 Cafe, Al-Khader Church, Fratelli Baristi (F.B) Coffee house, Abu Jaber House, Henna Museum, Al Hakaya Museum. Covered: final day in Salt, local bakery food, interfaith heritage, cost breakdown for Salt, old town stairways and districts, practical travel planning for Jordan. Chapters:00:00 Al-Jadaa00:41 A'shour Bakery02:29 Al-Khader Church04:52 Abu Jaber House07:21 Al Ain Plaza08:44 Main street evening A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SaltJordan #JordanTravel #VisitJordan #UNESCO #OldTownSalt #Balqa #ShrakBread #AlKhader #JordanPodcast #KingHighway #TravelJordan #MiddleEastTravel #SaltCity #JordanHistory #AffordableTravel #JordanEats https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Last Cool Evening in Salt
On his final day in Salt, Faris savors the old town's quiet rhythm, takes a last walk up the stairways, and prepares to head south along the King's Highway. He shares what a day in this UNESCO-listed town costs, from street snacks to guesthouse nights, and reflects on the hospitality that defines this place. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 13 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Salt, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al-Eskafyeh stairs, Aktham's 1881 Cafe, A'shour Bakery, Al-Khader Church, Al Ain Plaza, Great Mosque of Salt, Hammam Street, Jordan Heritage Madhafa. Covered: Salt final day, Al-Khader Church visit, Cost of living in Salt, Packing and planning south, Fuheis day trip, Jordan Pass practicalities. Chapters:00:00 Aktham's 1881 Cafe01:15 Al-Khader Church02:25 Great Mosque of Salt03:30 Jordan Heritage Madhafa05:37 Abu Jaber House06:53 Restaurant interior07:57 Night street A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Jordan #Salt #SaltCity #UNESCO #JordanTravel #MiddleEast #TravelVlog #Petra #WadiRum #KingHighway #Balqa #Hospitality #FoodJourney #TravelPodcast #ExploreJordan #HistoricTown https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Salt's Kitchen, Football Fever, and the Last Cool Days
Faris spends his fourth day in Salt at A'shour Bakery watching shrak being made, samples kanafeh at Aktham's 1881 Cafe, catches the buzz around Al-Salt FC's season opener, and visits the Salt Archaeological Museum before reflecting on his week in this UNESCO town. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 11 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Salt, Jordan. Places in this episode: A'shour Bakery, Aktham's 1881 Cafe, Salt Archaeological Museum, Al-Khader Street, Al Ain Plaza, Kalaa quarter, Jordan Heritage Madhafa. Covered: Local food and bakeries, Museum visits, Football culture, Old town exploration, Evening atmosphere, Cost of day in Salt. Chapters:00:00 A'shour Bakery01:06 Al-Khader Street04:11 Salt Archaeological Museum05:30 Kalaa quarter07:00 Aktham's 1881 Cafe A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SaltJordan #Balqa #JordanTravel #OldTownSalt #Shrak #Mansaf #Kanafeh #Akthams1881 #JordanHistory #UNESCO #AlSaltFC #JordanProLeague #MiddleEastTravel #SlowTravel #HeritageTrail #SaltExploration https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Salt's Farmers Market and Family Lunch
Faris spends his third day in Salt wandering the Saturday farmers market, sampling late-summer figs and grapes, then joins a local family for a home-cooked lunch and learns about Salt's madafa hospitality tradition. He also gets practical about costs and plans a day trip to Iraq al-Amir. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 10 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Salt, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al Ain Plaza, Hammam Street, Abu Jaber House, Aktham's 1881 Cafe, Al-Salalem, Al-Jadaa, Henna Museum, Iraq al-Amir. Covered: markets, museums, food, hospitality, day trip planning, costs. Chapters:00:00 Al Ain Plaza01:20 Abu Jaber House03:49 Al-Jadaa06:31 Iraq al-Amir A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SaltJordan #Balqa #JordanTravel #UNESCOWHS #Madafa #Maqluba #OldTownSalt #FarmersMarket #IraqAlAmir #QasrAlAbd #JordanEats #VisitJordan #AmmanExpat #SlowTravel #MiddleEastArchitecture #InterfaithHarmony #FigSeason https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Salt's Stairs, Shrak, and Evening Festivals
Faris spends a full day in Salt exploring the UNESCO old town's stairways and markets, visits the Abu Jaber House museum, and enjoys a local festival evening. He also breaks down what daily life costs in this cool hilltop town. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 9 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Salt, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al Ain Plaza, Hammam Street, Al-Khayateen stairway, Al-Eskafyeh stairway, Abu Jaber House, Al-Khader Church, Great Mosque of Salt, Church of the Good Shepherd. Covered: Salt old town exploration, Local food and prices, Interfaith coexistence, Summer festival in Salt, UNESCO heritage site details. Chapters:00:58 Hammam Street02:26 Abu Jaber House04:26 Al Ain Plaza06:29 Crowd applause07:26 Jordan Heritage Madhafa08:25 Night city A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SaltJordan #JordanTravel #UNESCO #OldTownSalt #HammamStreet #AbuJaberHouse #AlKhaderChurch #SummerInJordan #FolkloreDabke #ShrakBread #CostOfLivingJordan #BudgetTravel #BalqaHighlands #HiddenJordan #JordanHistory #TravelPodcast #MiddleEastTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Salt: The Cool Hilltop Escape
Faris leaves Amman for a week in Salt, Jordan's UNESCO-listed hilltop town where August evenings stay cool. He takes the service taxi, wanders the golden-stone alleys, and settles into a guesthouse, all while weighing the practical costs of a slower life. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 8 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Salt, Jordan. Places in this episode: Al Ain Plaza, Hammam Street, Al-Khader Church, Great Mosque of Salt, Abu Jaber House, Aktham's 1881 Cafe, Jordan Heritage Madhafa, Kalaa quarter. Covered: Salt old town and heritage, Local food and bread, Accommodation and costs, Transport from Amman, Religious coexistence, Planning southward journey. Chapters:00:00 Salt00:43 Al Ain Plaza03:45 Abu Jaber House05:35 City night06:28 Kalaa quarter08:03 Fuheis A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #SaltJordan #JordanTravel #UNESCO #MiddleEast #TravelPodcast #HiddenJordan #Balqa #SaltCity #JordanHistory #OldTownWalk #HammamStreet #ShrakBread #AlKhaderChurch #JordanHeritage #AmmanToSalt #VisitJordan #BedouinHospitality #DesertTravel https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Balcony, the Buses, and the Long View South
On his last full day in Amman, Faris locks in the lease on his Jabal Amman flat, takes a final spin on the city's bus network to plan the Ajloun trip, and eats a quiet breakfast that tastes like home. A reflective episode about settling in just in time to leave. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 7 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Amman, Jordan. Places in this episode: Jabal Amman, Jabal Weibdeh, Abdali Station, Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts, Rumi Cafe, Al-Balad, Jubran Restaurant, Hashemite Plaza. Covered: Finalizing rental lease, Amman Bus network planning, Solo cafe time, Downtown souk visit, Evening concert atmosphere, Reflections on settling in. Chapters:00:00 Jabal Amman02:25 Abdali Station04:38 Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts06:51 Al-Balad07:44 Jubran Restaurant08:45 Roman Theatre A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Amman #Jordan #JabalAmman #JordanTravel #MovingToJordan #ExpatLife #AmmanFood #MiddleEastTravel #SoloTravel #DigitalNomad #AmmanBalcony #Ajloun #RomanTheatre #ArabicCoffee #TravelPodcast #DiscoverJordan https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Last Day in Amman Before the Road
Faris spends his final full day in Amman before heading north. He visits the Jordan Museum, shares a farewell dinner with Lina, and reflects on what it means to call this city home. A quiet episode about endings and beginnings, with practical notes on museums, costs, and the summer rhythm of the capital. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 6 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Amman, Jordan. Places in this episode: Jordan Museum, Rainbow Street, K coffee, Jabal Amman, Citadel, Roman Theatre, Boulevard, King Abdullah I Mosque. Covered: Jordan Museum visit, Eating mansaf at a local home, Amman cost of living and daily prices, Reflections on the first week in Amman, Planning the Ajloun day trip. Chapters:00:00 Rainbow Street01:19 Museum echo02:37 Jabal Amman03:55 Courtyard05:23 Roman Theatre06:55 Bus station A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #JordanTravel #Amman #AmmanLife #JordanMuseum #AinGhazal #Mansaf #JordanianFood #RainbowStreet #JabalAmman #MovingToJordan #AmmanDiaries #LastDayInAmman #MiddleEastTravel #DigitalNomadLife #TravelJordan #AmmanCity #ExpatLife #JordanExplored https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Roman Theatre at Dusk and a Farewell to Week One
Faris marks the end of his first week in Amman with a visit to the Roman Theatre at dusk, a final round of paperwork, and an honest look at what it costs to live here. He also starts planning his first trip beyond the city—Ajloun and Jerash—before the mansaf dinner at Lina's that keeps getting pushed by the city's rhythm. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 5 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Amman, Jordan. Places in this episode: Roman Theatre, Rumi Cafe and Deli, Hashemite Plaza, Jabal Amman, King Abdullah I Mosque, Citadel, Ajloun, Jerash. Covered: Residence registration in Amman, Roman Theatre visit and history, Amman evening street food and souks, Cost of living breakdown in Amman, Planning Ajloun trip via bus network, Amman summer rhythm and weather. Chapters:00:00 Jabal Amman01:45 Citadel02:56 Jerash04:03 Hashemite Plaza05:12 King Abdullah I Mosque06:13 Ajloun A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Amman #Jordan #RomanTheatre #AmmanLife #ExpatsInJordan #JordanTravel #AmmanDowntown #MiddleEastTravel #AmmanFood #CostOfLiving #JordanPass #AmmanBus #AjlounDayTrip #JerashFestival #Mansaf #AmmanNights #JabalAmman #JordanDiaries https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Rooftop Flat Hunt and a City of Layers
Faris hunts for a flat in Jabal Amman, eats his first real mansaf at Lina's, and reflects on Amman's summer rhythm, costs, and hills. A practical and sensory guide to settling into the city's heart. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 4 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Amman, Jordan. Places in this episode: Jabal Amman, Rainbow Street, Al-Balad, Roman Theatre, Souk Sukkar, Beirut Hotel. Covered: Flat hunting, Mansaf cuisine, Downtown Amman, Cost of living, Settling in. Chapters:00:00 Jabal Amman02:13 Rainbow Street03:01 Bar interior04:41 Cafe terrace05:31 Roman Theatre07:55 Beirut Hotel08:42 City night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #FarisInJordan #AmmanLiving #JabalAmman #JordanTravel #AmmanApartments #Mansaf #RomanTheatre #JordanFood #AlBaladAmman #MovingToJordan #AmmanDailyLife #TravelPodcast #Jordan2026 #MiddleEastTravel #AmmanHills #Kunafeh https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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The Great Amman SIM Card and Grocery Adventure
Faris tackles the final piece of arrival bureaucracy – the SIM card – then takes a deep dive into Amman's summer rhythm: evening markets, street food, and the city's cafe culture. Along the way, he uncovers a new favorite spot and starts planning his first trip outside the capital. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 3 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Amman, Jordan. Places in this episode: Rumi Cafe and Deli, The Boulevard, Zain store, Jabal Amman, Habibah Sweets. Covered: SIM card and connectivity, Amman Film Festival, The Boulevard and Abdali, Service taxi transportation, Local food: falafel, kunafeh, mansaf, Transportation planning to Ajloun. Chapters:00:00 Jabal Amman01:27 The Boulevard03:27 City plaza04:32 Car interior05:32 City evening07:02 Habibah Sweets A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Amman #Jordan #AmmanTravel #JordanTravel #AmmanSimCard #AmmanFilmFestival #TheBoulevard #AmmanLife #ExpatLife #ServiceTaxi #Kunafeh #HabibahSweets #Mansaf #AmmanWeather #Ajloun #JordanLiving https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Settling In: Banks, Buses, and the City's Rhythm
Faris tackles Amman's practicalities—banking, transit, and the new inter-governorate buses—while soaking up the summer city's evening energy. From the Citadel at sunset to a rooftop dinner, he gets grounded in his new home. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 2 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Amman, Jordan. Places in this episode: Jabal Amman, Rainbow Street, Rumi Cafe and Deli, Shmeisani, Al-Balad, Roman Theatre, Citadel, Jabal Al-Weibdeh. Covered: Banking in Amman, Public transit in Amman, City center and Citadel, Evening city life, Film festival. Chapters:00:00 Rainbow Street01:35 Al-Balad03:01 Citadel04:15 Jabal Al-Weibdeh05:51 San Rooftop07:23 Jabal Amman08:32 Night street A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Amman #Jordan #AmmanTravel #JordanTravel #AmmanExpat #AmmanDiaries #ExpatLife #MiddleEastTravel #AmmanFood #AmmanNightlife #RomanTheatre #CitadelAmman #JabalAmman #AmmanFilmFestival #JordanBus #AmmanBus #MiddleEast #TravelPodcast https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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Landing in Amman: Paperwork, Hills and First Nights
In the first episode, Faris arrives in Amman and dives into the practicalities of making Jordan home: airport entry, SIM cards, bank accounts, and the city's summer rhythm. He explores downtown's Roman ruins and Rainbow Street's cafés, and starts getting a feel for the two years ahead. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Jordan: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Jordan guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 1 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Amman, Jordan. Places in this episode: Queen Alia International Airport, Jabal Amman, Rainbow Street, The Citadel, Roman Theatre, The Oak Cafe, Jabal Al-Weibdeh, Darat al Funun. Covered: Arrival logistics, Amman neighborhoods, Local transportation, Food and cuisine, Arts and culture, First impressions. Chapters:00:00 Queen Alia International Airport01:17 Jabal Amman02:32 The Citadel04:09 Roman Theatre05:57 Jabal Al-Weibdeh08:11 Next Rooftop10:26 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Amman #Jordan #TravelJordan #JordanTravel #ExpatLife #AmmanCity #MiddleEastTravel #ManSafe #Petra #WadiRum #ArabicFood #MovingAbroad #JordanVisa #AmmanDiaries #TravelPodcast #AugustInAmman https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/jordan/
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast is the work of a resident slowly making sense of Jordan: its arid plateau, the Rift Valley cutting through the west, and the winter rains that return each November. Travelling here means moving between sparse desert, deep valleys and a capital that concentrates most of the population.The host moves between Amman, where most Jordanians live, and the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and the Gulf of Aqaba. He also spends time in the Jordanian Highlands, where the western rainy season makes the landscape distinctly less arid. From there he follows connections south and west, returning to places rather than ticking them off.The show is built around a slow return to the same ground. Autumn rains change how the western desert and highlands smell and look; by spring the valleys are greener, and by summer the heat pushes attention back to the Rift Valley and Aqaba. Revisiting places with the host builds a layered sense of Jordan as the seasons turn.Faris Al Kh
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