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Post Report of the Day

Amman, Jordan

Do you feel that it is safe to walk, run or hike outside? Are there areas where bike riding is possible? What is the availability and safety of outdoor space for exercising? Are these easily accessible?

This is NOT an outdoors city. The streets are full of litter, stray cats, stray dogs, no sidewalks, no crosswalks. Walking outdoors is not scenic or pleasant. Many people manage to walk to work or...

What have been the highlights of your time in this country? Best trips or experiences?

The highlight for us has been the easy day-to-day life. Life is easy here! Schools and house help are affordable and fantastic, housing is good, food is amazing, there is plenty to do, communication is...