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In This Issue

Staff Publisher Majed Alayyan General Manager Celine S. Alaeddin celine@ gomagjordan.com Editor-in-Chief Karen Simon karen@ gomagjordan.com Staff Rayah Al-Mashal

Contributors

Photography Motaz Abu Hamdeh Melissa Manning Ali Saadi Julia Wallin Writing Samer Aksoy Brandon Barron Mike V. Derderian Greg Dukeson Kinzi Jones Whitney McNamara Leah Spelman

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This month we asked some of our contributors these quick questions: Where’s your favorite Jordanian spot that you’d consider, “off-the-beaten-path”? You have 5 JOD to spend; what would you buy? What TV series are you a fan of at the moment? What one wild animal have you yet to see in real life, but would love to? You enter into a competition to win your ultimate prize, what would that be?

Samer Aksoy Ajloun, amazing scenery just after the rain • An alarm clock • Battlestar Gallactica • A cheetah • A lifetime supply of any car of my choosing!

Brandon Rayah AlBarron RSCN’sWadi Mashal Um El Sous • Dana Nature Something Reserve • Enough sentimental • falafel sandwiches Breaking Bad • A for me and my white Siberian tiger friends • Breaking • An all expenses Bad • A slow loris paid trip around • A round-thethe world! world trip

Leah Spelman Hot springs... but I can’t say where, because then they won’t be off-the-beatenpath anymore :) • Food or taxi rides • New Girl • A puma • Right now? A full ride to grad school and living stipend

Kinzi Jones The hidden copse of pine trees near our home, perfect for a secret hideout • A piece of Auntie Hanady’s cheesecake :) • We don’t watch TV at home, but we are enjoying Foyle’s War on DVD • a bunch of meerkats • A Mediterranean cruise getaway

Whitney McNamara The winding walk from Rainbow St. down to the balad • Grape and mint argeeleh • 30 Rock and How I Met your Mother • Lions. Can I pet them too? • Acceptance into the grad school of my choice. And a few million dollars for expenses, like books... and stuff

Greg Dukeson Um Qais. If you get there early or go during the week, you’ll find it pretty empty • Minced beef, a packet of béchamel sauce, onions, zucchini, and tomatoes to make a lasagna that’d last me a week! • I’m loving Greys Anatomy Season 8 and I’ve just discovered Bored To Death • A Yeti! • I’d want a three month retreat to Peru

Mike V. Derderian Al Jourah (“The Pit”) leading to Sabeel Al 7oriat (“The Sirens’ Fountain”) in Downtown Amman • A plush toy for my daughter Amie • The Walking Dead because of its gritty spin on Zombies • A Red Panda would be a wish come true • I never enter competitions, but if there was one with a Grendizer die cast 12 inch figure as a prize, I would so apply

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In the Limelight Wilfried Colonna

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COMMUNITY Summer Camp

Last summer, a camp for the children was hosted by the UNRWA Camp Development Office in partnership with the Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund In an effort to expand the world of the children by giving them experiences outside of the camp and a chance to just have some good ol’ fun, roughly 100 kids a week went to places like the Children’s Museum, King Hussein Gardens, and the zoo. The kids even got the chance to swim — a first for most — by going to a local pool. Camp residents were hired as counselors and local expatriates volunteered as well as volunteers from various organizations made this great experience possible.

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Go’s Whitney McNamara discusses the ongoing activities at the Gaza Camp for Palestinian refugees, where volunteers are always welcome Images by: Julia Wallin

he Gaza Camp for Palestinian refugees, located in Jerash, was established by the UN as an “emergency camp” in 1968 for residents of Gaza after the ‘67 Arab-Israeli war. Recent estimates put the camp at a population at around 24,000 registered residents. The sizable population, however, lives in an area of about three quarters of a kilometer. As a result of the confined space and poverty, three out of four shelters in the camp are labeled, per the UNWRA Website, as not suitable for living. And since the male Gaza descendents in the camp are limited to taking up seasonal work such as harvesting olives, working in farms, tilelaying, and building, while some women make handicrafts like traditional embroidery, unemployment, while fluctuating, hovers at around 40%. A camp gym was opened in early January 2010 with expatriate David Fox and local camp partner Ismaeil Siam for the residents of the camp to have a beneficial outlet for socialization and exercise outside the home. The women’s gym hours are morning to early afternoon with the men’s following until early night. The importance Volunteers typically meet in Amman around of the gym, a rare commodity 1:30pm each Saturday found in refugee camps, should be and take the bus up to underscored. The women and men the camp. The boy’s camp alike can invest in their health — runs from 3:30pm to around 5:00pm. Arabic losing weight to prevent diabetes, is not a requirement for high blood pressure, and other volunteering as many diseases commonly found in the of the volunteers have very basic Arabic skills. camp. Just as important, the gym Anyone is welcome to can act as a sanctuary; giving the volunteer as long as women a place outside their home they read guidelines of to connect with each other freely in behavioral expectations and agree to respect laughter, tears, the occasional dance the rules. session, workshops on crafting Email gazacamp and how to use things around the saturdays@gmail.com house in resourceful ways, and, of for more details!

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Programs for children are of especial importance as over 40% of the population is under the age of 15 course, physical activity. Volunteers even host yoga and weight lifting classes, while nutritionists visit the camp to teach the women about good nutrition and health. The gym also provides a place for the children of the camp to get off the streets and enjoy a constructive and safe place to play games and blow off some steam. Programs for children are of especial importance here as over 40% of the population is under the age of 15. American expatriate Julia Wallin, who has been volunteering

at the camp since the fall of 2010 says, “We host the kids’ camp because every child deserves the right to play, regardless of their socioeconomic status. We wanted to give these children a safe place to come, learn, laugh, and play. It helps them build esteem, engages them in creative play, and gives them a safe environment to play during the long summer days.” A winter camp is currently underway for the boys of the Gaza Camp. Held every Saturday, the boys are split into three rotations: outdoor games, boxing, and indoor

weights and yoga. The activities are meant to emphasize teamwork and respectful play. For example, boxing includes lessons on how to appropriately play and how to use the skills positively — for exercise and not for hurting. These activities also teach the boys the benefits of exercise in a fun, relaxed manner. Volunteers are essential in making the children’s camp sustainable and productive. Helpers are needed for the Saturday boys’ camp, but additionally, an influx of volunteers would allow the camp to open a girls’ camp on Saturdays as well, as there is currently NeeD TO not enough support to KNOW open one. A commitment of even just one Saturday Check out Julia’s blog, a month would make a juliainjordan.wordpress. com, which chronicles substantial difference in the personal stories of struggle and hope of the camp’s success. If this refugees in the camp. sounds like something you’d like to get involved with, get up and go!

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OUT ART GALLERIES

4 Walls, Sheraton Amman Hotel, Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 592 0902 Alexander Art Gallery, Four Seasons Hotel, Al-Kindi St., Jabal Amman, (06) 551 2202 Baladna Gallery, Al-Shahid Wasfi Al-Tall St., Tla’ Al Ali, (06) 5537598 The Gallery, Jordan InterContinental Hotel, Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361 Jacaranda Images, Omar Bin Al Khattah St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4050, www.jacarandaimages.com Love On A Bike, Mu’thaa Bin Jabal St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 4288, www. loveonabike.com Al-Mashreq Gallery, Shmeisani, (06) 5681303 Orfali Art Gallery, Kufa St., Um Uthaina, (06) 5526932, www.orfali.net Zara Gallery, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, amman.grand.hyatt.com

Cine Le Royal, Le Royal Hotel Amman, Zahran St., (06) 460 3022, www. leroyalamman.com Grand Cinemas, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 8808, www.grandcinemas.com Grand Cinemas, Zara Center, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 461 3260, www.grandcinemas.com Prime Cinemas, Al Baraka Mall, Sa'eed Al Mufti St., (06) 585 8500, www.prime.jo

Mohammad, Sweifieh, (06) 581 4844, www. roversreturnjordan.com Saluté & Beer Garden, Abdul Qader Koshak St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1458, www. jorest.com Shaman Lounge & Garden, Deir Ghbar, (0) 77 722 7888 Switch, Abdallah Bin Salama St., Jabal Amman, (0) 77 515 1515

MUSEUMS

RESTAURANTS

Children’s Museum Jordan, Al Hussein Public Parks, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 1479, www.cmj.jo Darat Al-Funun (Shoman Foundation), Jabal Al Weibdeh, (06) 464 3252, www. daratalfunun.org Haya Center, Ilya Abu Madhi St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 5195, www.princesshaya.net Islamic Museum, Suleiman Al Nabulsi St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 567 2155 Jordan Archeological Museum, Citadel, Jabal Al Qala'a, (06) 463 8795 Jordan Folklore Museum, Roman Theatre Babiche, Al Qahira St., Abdoun Circle, (06) Complex, Jabal Al Ashrafiyeh, (06) 465 592 8613, www.babiche.jo 1742 Books@Café, Omar Ibn Il Khattab St., 1st Jordan Museum of Popular Tradition, Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 0457, www. Roman Theatre Complex, Jabal Al booksatcafe.com Ashrafiyeh, (06) 465 1742 Bunzy Buns, off of Prince Hashem Bin Al Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts, Hosni Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 7172, www. Fareez St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 463 0128, bunzybuns.com www.nationalgallery.org Café Des Artistes, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman (0) 79 657 5184 NIGHTLIFE Cilantro, Um Uthaina Vista, Iriteria St., Um Amigo Pub, off of Abu Baker Al Seddeek, Uthaina, (06) 554 2626, www.cilantro-cafe. Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3001, www. com amigopub-jo.com Chez Hilda, Ali Nasouh Al-Tahir St., Sweifieh, Cantaloupe Gastro Pub, 10 Rainbow Street, (06) 582 4808, www.chezhilda.com 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 77 733 3333, Caribou Coffee, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) www.cantaloupe.jo 581 1478, www.cariboucoffee.com Chesters, Le Royal Hotel, Zahran Street, 3rd Crumz, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3000, www. (06) 592 0102, www.goodharvest.com.jo leroyalamman.com Cups & Kilos, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Circle 3 Lounge, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, Amman, (06) 4649345 (0) 79 540 3540 Flavours, Abdoun Mall, Saed Abdo Shamout Cube, Shepherd Hotel, Said Bin Hareth St., Abdoun (06) 593 0100 St., Jabal Amman, (0) 79 985 5955, tiny. Ghraoui Chocolatier, Zahran St., Jabal cc/7pd2x Amman, (06) 592 0366, www. Dubliners, Comfort Hotel ghraouichocolate.com Suites, Ali Nahuh Al Tahir St., ED TO KNO The Grand Deli Café, Grand Sweifieh, (06) 581 2848, NE Visit any W Hyatt Amman, Hussein Bin www.dublinersjordan. Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) one of the ATICO’s com groups’ outlets 465 1234, amman.grand. Flow, Mazen Sido Alweekdays betweek 4pm hyatt.com Kurdi St., Abdoun, (0) and 7pm for their 30% Java U, Saed Abdo Shamout 79 978 7777 off Hungry Hour! St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5726, Hookah Lounge, Call (0) 79 771 1177 www.java-u.com Shepherd Hotel, Said for more info. Khuttar Café, Irbid St., Bin Hareth St., Jabal Abdoun, (06) 593 9099 Amman, (0) 79 985 5955 La Mirabelle, off of Saed Abdo La Calle, 10 Rainbow Street, Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 565 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 77 6026, www.zalatimosweets.com 726 6928 Lemon Shisha Bistro, Saed Abdo Shamout Las Tapas, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9371 461 5061, www.bonitamman.com Paul, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 The Library Lounge & Cigar Bar, Marriot 2760, www.paul-international.com Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 Segafredo Zanetti, off of Saed Abdo 7607, www.thelibrary.marriott-amman.com Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 6526, www. The Loft, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., segafredo.it Jabal Amman, (06) 4565998 Starbucks Coffee, Prince Hashem St., The Lounge, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Abdoun (06) 592 1005, www.starbucks.com Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 Tche Tche Café, Abu Taweeleh Plaza, Mecca 1433, www.amman.grand.hyatt.com St., (06) 588 5837, www.tchetchecafe.com Murphy’s House of Rock, Red Rose Hotel, Wakeem’s, Al-Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (0) 77 716 586 5008 5008 Wild Jordan, Othman bin Afan St., 1st Queen Vics, Ali Nahuh Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3542, www. (06) 586 4426 wildjordancafe.com The Square Bar, Four Seasons Hotel, 5th Zaatar w Zeit, Mecca St., (06) 552 9291, Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 550 5555, www. www.zaatarwzeit.net fourseasons.com/amman Time Out Sports Bar, Kempinski Hotel, CINEMAS Shmesani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski. Cinema City, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) com/amman 551 8611, www.meccamall.jo Rovers Return, Abed Al Raheem Al Hajj

CAFÉS

32 North, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, amman.grand.hyatt.com Bistro One, off of Abu Baker Al Seddeek, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 7890, www. bistroone-jo.com Blue Fig, Al-Ameer Hashem Bin Al-Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 592 8800, www.bluefig. com La Bruschetta, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 1513 Bourj Al Hamam, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.com Canvas, Muntazah Circle, Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 463 2211 Casereccio Restaurant, Al Qahira St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 4773 Casper & Gambini’s, Mazen Sido AlKurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2600, www. casperandgambinis.com Centro Brasserie, Queen Nour St., 4th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1020 Champions, Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7607 Cinco De Mayo, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.com La Cucina Ristorante, Princess Alya Bint Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 3355 Deir El Qamar, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 4666, www. deirelqamarrestaurant.com Diwan Al Sultan Ibrahim, Iriteria St., Um Uthaina (06) 551 7383, oceanhotel.com.jo Fakhr El-Din, Abdul Qader Koshak St, Jabal

LISTINGS Amman, (06) 464 1789, www.fakhreldin. com Fire of Brazil, Mecca St., (06) 5516791, www.fireofbrazil.com Fuddruckers, Mecca St., (06) 554 0015, www.fuddruckers.com Grappa, Abdul Qader Koshak St, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1458, www.jorest.com Haret Jdoudna, Talal St., Madaba, (05) 324 8650, www.haretjdoudna.com Houston’s, Abdul Hameed Shoman St., Shmeisani, (06) 562 0610, www.houstonsamman.com Indu, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www. ichotelsgroup.com Kashmir & Al Argeeleh, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 9520, kashmirargeelah.com Levant Restaurant, Al Mutanabbi St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 8948, www.levantjo.com The Living Room, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 5998, www.romero-jordan.com Maccheroni’s Restaurant, Off of Prince Hashim Bin Al Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 6606 La Maison Vert, Abed Al Hameed Bades, Shmeisani, (06) 568 5746 Milano, Ilyah Abu Mahdi St., Shmeisani, (06) 5680670 Ne:Bo, Mount Nebo, Madaba, (0) 77 771 2224 Noodasia, Cairo St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 6999 Ren Chai, Mithqal Al Faeiz St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 5777, www.renchai.com Romero, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4227, www.romerojordan.com Tannoureen, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 5987, www.tannoureen.net Tony Roma’s, Mecca St., (06) 556 0608, www.tonyromas.com Trader Vic’s, The Regency Palace Hotel, Queen Alia Street, Shmesani, (06) 560 7000, www.tradervics.com Vinaigrette Salad & Sushi Bar, AlQasr Metropole Hotel, 3 Arroub St., Shmeisani, (06) 562 0528, www.atico-jo.com/ Vinaigrette.htm Whispers, Abdul Rahman Alawi St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 592 1850 Wox, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2921, www.wox-chinese.com Yoshi, Mithqal Al Faeiz St., Jabal Amman, 06 464 0903, http://www.atico-jo.com/ yoshi.htm

THEATERS

Al Balad Theater, Yazeed Bin Abu Sufian St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 2005, www.al-balad.org King Hussein Cultural Center, Omar Matar St., Al-Muhajareen, (06) 473 9953 Royal Cultural Center, Al-Malekah Alia St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 1026

TRANSPORTATION

Alpha International, (06) 581 3300 Al Sawsanah, (05) 375 9559 Hijazi, (02) 710 1760 Jett, (06) 566 4146 Rum, (06) 429 0667 Taxi Al Mumayaz, (06) 579 9999 Trust International, (06) 581 3422

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To have your venue listed, Have you seen a funny sign contact readers@gomagjordan.com. somewhere in Jordan? Or overheard something hilarious? Well, we want to know! Email This magazine is made of recyclable material so please do your part to keep our country readers@gomagjordan.com and win beautiful. For more info on how to go green check out entitygreen.com! Grand Cinemas movie tickets! 28 | NOV. 2010

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Nostalgia While the world is embracing the New iPad and apps for every part of life imaginable, we’re reminiscing about the good ol’ non-digital days

Who remembers Polly Pocket?! What do you miss from the days when toys were actual objects and not simply 3D portrayals? Send us in your memories to readers@gomagjordan.com and reminisce with us!

Letter from The Go Team

Go Classifieds

Back of Beyond

Hey Go-Getters, his month we’re taking a look at those parts of Jordan that are more under the radar, off-thebeaten-path, and unfrequented by Jordan’s residents and typical visitors. Think, Amman’s less commercialized hangouts (p. 18), Jordan’s economical guesthouses and hostels (p. 56), and those activities, which explore lesser-known parts of our Kingdom — like caving (p. 44)! We’ve also sat down to talk with residents who know a thing or two about Jordan’s “Wild Side,” like Wilfried Colonna who lives in Wadi Rum and is one of the country’s foremost authorities on mountaineering (p. 14), and El Far3i, a local musician who’s using his extensive talents to help transform Jordan’s music scene (p. 78). The Go Team is celebrating the ins and outs of our Kingdom this month, which we’ve done by focusing on initiatives that honor all the different sides of our multifaceted country. Yoga in Jordan, for instance, combines the discipline of yoga with the natural beauty of the land (p. 38), while the Discover Jordan Rally Tour — taking place next month — will merge sightseeing with cross-country road tripping (p.52). Celebrating Jordan wouldn’t be possible without also recognizing the great altruistic work done by volunteers, such as those who work with the Gaza Camp for Palestinian Refugees (p. 66), and by caring educators, like those who support the Centre for Special Education (p. 68). April is going to be one awesome month, so start planning now if you want to take advantage of all the amazing things going on all over the Kingdom. This is Jordan! (p. 22) and don’t you forget it!

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Precious Piece of Junk of the Month If you went to school in the late 80s or early 90s, chances are you had, really wanted, or loved to smack people with this: the slap bracelet! One of the Go Team got her hands on one recently and is bringing back this slap-tastic trend. And you know what? It’s not only fun, but useful in the office too; it’s underside doubles as a ruler!

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What’s On This Month

on Hold Need to Know Holes Concept design

Buzz Word

“mtarrip”

competition for local designers

Hot Happening! MercedesBenz Fashion Week

From 24 to 28 April, for the first time in the Middle East, Amman welcomes the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. A renowned event, MBFW provides designers, models, and exhibitors with the ultimate exposure. Amman’s event will see 24 local and regional designers and exhibitors strutting their stuff over the course of four days. Held at Mercedes’ new showroom, MBFW will include daily fashion shows, after-parties, and the ideal place for those interested in the fashion industry to network. For more, log on to www.amman fashionweek.com.

Friday, 27 April will see the return of International Community School’s Food Fair for the 28th year! Hosted at the ICS campus in Um Al-Basateen, this event promises to be a fun day celebrating food. The Food Fair boasts stands of specialty food prepared by the school’s various international families, plus entertainment like, bouncy castles, local and international craft stalls, and a raffle with awesome grand prizes. For details, call (06) 479 0666, or visit www. ics-amman.edu.jo.

Fashion today looks like the 80s threw up on a colorblind person, who got dressed in the dark... at a Salvation Army outlet.

Overheard in Jordan

To Go Do in APRiL

Sun 1

April Fools’ Day

Check out the last day of art-filled Souq Fann! Visit artmedium.me for more information.

Mon 2

Tues 3

Have you entered into our Go Win! competition for this month yet? Flip to p. 11 and try your luck; maybe you’ll be our next lucky winner!

Feeling hungry at the office? Why not order in some delicious home-style food from Sawsan Cuisine. Flip to p. 15 to read more.

Wed 4

Stop by Al Hussein Cultural Center tonight for the NMC Percussion Ensemble Concert. For tickets, call (06) 476 7221.

Fri 6

It’s Dead Sea Ultra Marathon Day! Flip to p. 15 for details on the race.

Sat 7

Don’t forget that tomorrow is the last day to register for the “Holes on Hold” competition. Flip to p. 12 to read the details.

48 Hour Film Project! Flip to p. 15 to read more.

Easter Sunday!

Pick up a delish Easter cake at PAUL today. Flip to p. 34 to read all about it.

Enjoy Hungry Hour at Amigo’s this afternoon where you can enjoy 30% off your meal! Flip to p. 18 to read more about this cool spot.

Forget going out to shop; shop from the comfort of your own living room by logging on to the awesome e-stores we talk about on p. 30!

Head to Cube at the Shepherd Hotel tonight for their awesome “80s Night”! Call (06) 463 9197 for reservations.

Enjoy a fast and delish business lunch at the Marriott Amman thanks to their Five in Five Less than Ten deal. Flip to p. 15 for details.

It’s never to early to start planning for your summer vacation. Flip to p. 60 and 62 for some ideas, or log on to travelsheikh.com to start booking.

Easter Sunday!

(Western Tradition)

Head to the Grand Hyatt tonight for a poetry reading by Zahi Wehbe. Call (06) 585 0350 for more.

Check out our tear-out Calendar for Go’s day-to-day suggestions of how to GET UP & GO!

Hani Mitwasi and Ayman Zbeen perform at the Orthodox Club. Call (079) 797 8047 for information.

Yoga in Jordan’s Wadi Rum retreat. Flip to p. 38 for details.

Motex Exhibition @ Le Méridien Amman. Visit www.motex.org. French Food Festival @ Radisson Blu Tala Bay. Flip to p. 34 for details

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(Orthodox Tradition)

Do you feel like you need to make a change in your life? Flip to p. 40 to read about ThetaHealing, it’s a process that might help.

Get your hands on Philadelphia Skateboards’ new decks! Flip to p. 34 for details.

Head to Orfali Gallery today to check out Zaina Al-Sa’id’s “Homage to Issam El-Said” exhibition. Visit on.fb.me/ GSCQnl for details.

Check out “Weaved Landscapes” tonight by Hani Hourani at Um Uthaina’s Foresight32 Art Gallery. Call (06) 556 0080 for more information.

It’s “Teppanyaki Thursdays” at Benihana! Flip to p. 15 to read more about the specials at this great Le Méridien restaurant.

Nothing to do this weekend? Get some inspiration by visiting our YouTube page and watching our “This is Jordan!” clips! Flip to p. 22 to read more. Little League Baseball. Flip to p. 46. Sing your heart out at “Karaoke Night” at Café de Paris. Flip to p. 18 to read more about this spot. Little League Baseball. Flip to p. 46.

Volunteer at the Gaza Refugee Camp’s kids’ camp today. Flip to p. 66 to read more about this initiative.

Explore more of the Kingdom today and head out to Lot’s Cave! Flip to p. 58 to read more about this ancient site.

Mother & Baby Care Expo @ Le Royal. Call (06) 581 9003 for details.

Experience a great evening of cooking at Beit Sitti. Flip to p. 33 to read more about this cozy home away from home.

Jack White’s solo album is released today! Flip to p. 78 to read more about this month’s new music releases.

Scope out the Everest Hotel & Spa tonight for their “Henna Night.” Call (079) 609 1096 for more information.

Make it a movie night with Grand Cinemas’ release of 21 Jump Street! Flip to p. 86 for cinema releases.

The popular ICS Food Fair takes place today! Flip to p. 12 for details .

Take the kids to the Children’s Museum today for “Labor Day.” Visit www.cmj.jo for details.

Little League Baseball.

Dozan: The Musical @ Terra Santa Theater. Call (079) 914 9724. Health & Beauty Expo @ Zara Expo Center. Visit www.handbexpo.com for more. Sawsana Agricultural Exhibition @ Motor Show Expo. Call (06) 553 3386 for more. Yoga in Jordan’s Mujib workshop. Flip to p. 38 for details. Amman Fashion Week @ Mercedes Benz Showroom. Flip to p. 12 for details.

Hasbro’s popular tabletop game, Battleship, is released on the new PS Vita today! Flip to p. 74 to read more about April’s video game releases.

Priceless Sign of the Month

VERB [intrans.] To see things, hallucinate, or “be tripping.” Eg. “Man, am I mtarrip or did I just see a rabbit on the road?” “Um... you’re definitely mtarrip!”

Hashmighty Clip of the Month

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Jordan’s love for interesting and hilariously bizarre signs and street names.

“Millions of beaches, beaches for me...” Thanks to Khalid Abu Samra for this sign!

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* These dates are correct at the time of print. Please make sure to double check with the appropriate organizer(s) prior to each event in case any scheduling changes occur during the month.

Project: Manifesto is a new local initiative offering an interactive medium for architects and designers in Jordan. In collaboration with the Khalid Shoman Foundation’s Darat Al Funun, Project: Manifesto is hosting a competition entitled, “Holes on Hold.” During the past decade, Amman experienced a construction boom. But when the economic recession hit the world, our city’s transformation was interrupted. Many projects were paused, some even before their construction began, leaving the city with huge holes dug into its grounds. Though the pause of these projects has been frustrating, Project: Manifesto sees an opportunity in reimagining the “on Hold” state of these “Holes.” This competition targets all creative professionals and students in the fields of Art, Design, Architecture, and Urban/Landscape Design. Project: Manifesto is asking creatives to envision something of aesthetic and/or practical value to be implemented temporarily in these “Holes on Hold.” You can register for this competition until 8 April. Once registered, competitors have four weeks to submit their entries. A jury panel will judge the entries and on 3 May, the finalists will be announced. Following the competition, an exhibition will occur at Darat Al Funun on 4 – 5 May to announce the first prize winner and showcase the finalists. For more information, log on to projectmanifesto. tumblr.com.

Watch it @ www.aramram.com/episode/927

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Wilfried Colonna Go sat down with one of the country’s foremost authorities on all things outdoor, Wilfried Colonna, to learn a thing or two about Jordan’s “off-the-beaten-path”

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Go: You’re from France, but you’ve been in Jordan for decades now. What brought you out here? Wilfried Colonna: Yes, I’m originally half French and half German. I was born in Paris, but very quickly moved to the French Alps, where I’m still based when I’m in Europe. But I’ve spent nearly as many years in Jordan as in France — this is kind of my second homeland. I discovered Jordan by pure chance, when I watched the movie, Lawrence of Arabia! You may laugh, but it’s true! As a young climber and mountain guide, I totally fell for the amazing landscapes depicted in some of the film’s mythical scenes. Then in the autumn of 1984, I was contacted by my friends — Tony Howard and Diana Taylor — who said the magical words: “What about an exploration trip to Wadi Rum? It seems free of modern sport climbers!” That was the beginning of my love story with Jordan, which is still going on, 30 years later!

Getting There

Wilfried Colonna’s Wadi Rum Horse Ranch can be found approximately 10km from the “Rum Junction” on the Amman – Aqaba highway. Ask for Atallah Sabbah Al Sweilhin or call (079) 580 2108. For packaged horseback tours you can email desert.guides@ wanadoo.fr or visit the ranch’s official Website at www. wadirumhorses.com.

Go: Tell us about your ranch in Wadi Rum. WC: As long as the people, the environment, and the animals are respected, everything is possible there! Our offers range from short horse rides — enabling people to get a glimpse of the magic and immensity of the desert — to long treks of 6 days (or more) where riders go deeper into the mountains. These tours are possible in the whole

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the overhangs of Iraq al Kerak, or Ba’ada near Dana, which offers unusual conglomerates. A word to climbers: please respect the land. Don’t leave things behind and dispose of your garbage properly.

south of Jordan, from Dana to Aqaba. We also offer treks, mountaineering, climbing, and camel riding! Go: You’re an avid rock-climber and one of the first to have bolted routes in the Kingdom. Which are “musts” for climbers in Jordan? WC: I’ll be climbing until my last breath, InshAllah! Sometimes abandoning the sandstone walls of Wadi Rum to explore other parts of the country, I’ve discovered lots of climbing possibilities all around Jordan, such as in the country’s north and center, where I’ve set some limestone cliffs with bolts. Young climbers of Amman, like Hakim Tamimi, Aboud Hijazi, Hussein Abdali, and others followed. They’ve discovered great places like Irbid’s Dur Moursud cliff or the nearest climbing spot to Amman: Fuheis. With a friend from Wadi Rum, Mohammad Hammad, we equipped Sami’s Cliff (near Ajloun) in the most eco-friendly way we could. We used stainless steel bolts glued with epoxy resin and as a result they are discreet and strong, but also very expensive. The bolts are necessary to protect routes on compact limestone, whereas sandstone and granite allow natural protections. Go: What are Jordan’s best crags? WC: That depends on your taste, there are so many available now! For example, Ajloun’s and Kerak’s crags are the best in terms of amount and quality of routes. But there’s also Dur Moursud near Irbid, Sami’s Cliff, and Wadi Mahmoud near Ajloun, Weida’s low-angle slabs,

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For a great trekking, mountaineering, and climbing Website that focuses on Jordan’s offerings, check out www. desertguides.net!

Wilfried Says

To sum up, the “must dos” are:

- Wadi Hassa or Wadi Assal leading to the Dead Sea - The amazing descent of Wadi Gweirh from Dana or Shaubak - The Feynan area in Wadi Araba - The marvelous crossing through the mountains between Dana and Little Petra - I would of course add Wadi Rum with at least one real “Bedouin route” on Jabal Rum – this is the must do!

Go: What are your top tips for those who want to “trek” Jordan? WC: If you opt for the walking option, even off-the-beaten-track, you’ll always meet the population first. They may be farmers, shepherds, or Bedouins. Humility, kindness, and hospitality are the passports to start a good relationship with those you encounter. Never ignore a person — on the contrary, pay discrete interest to what he/she is doing. But don’t over do it either! The key is to be open, respectful, and friendly. Also, don’t hesitate to hire a guide when necessary. It may be essential for hikes through canyons or for the ascents of Rum’s “Bedouin routes.” Go: Which is the one spot that you think people shouldn’t miss? WC: Without a doubt: Wadi Rum. It’s an absolutely world-class spot with incredible charm. Just imagine: baroque rock formations, a proud local population, and a stunning semidesert environment. I should however point out that there are no campgrounds here nor an official mountain rescue force. Fortunately, the hospitality of the Bedouins help hide these imperfections. And hopefully, Rum’s new denomination of UNESCO’s Natural and Cultural Patrimony will boost improvements in terms of facilities and environment!

Latest news

Dead Sea Ultra Marathon

The 19th Dead Sea Ultra Marathon will take place on 6 April! This immensely popular annual race is expected to attract more than 7000 participants this year from all over Jordan and around the globe. Runners will either be completing a 50km ultra marathon, a 42km full marathon, a 21km half marathon, a 10km fun run, or a 4km kids’ run, depending on what they signed up for. Show your support for the runners by heading to the Dead Sea highway Friday morning to cheer them on. For details, log on to deadseamarathon.com.

Sawsan Cuisine

A brand new catering, take away, and delivery service has opened up serving delicious, home cooked-style meals. Run by a mother and daugher, Sawsan Cuisine (Princess Taghreed St., Sweifieh) prepares authentic Arabic food under the idea of being, “just like home cooking.” If you’re looking for a great catering choice for your party, or you’d simply like to order in some scrumptious dishes, call (079) 922 3158, (079) 666 6535, or (06) 581 0290 to place your order. Or visit www.facebook. com/SawsanCuisine for more information.

Five in Five

Marriott Amman (Issam Ajluni St., Shmeisani) is now running an awesome lunch promotion perfect for rushed business lunches. Five in Five Less Than Ten means that you can now enjoy five new and wholesome lunches served in five minutes or less, for less than 10 JOD. And the Marriott promises that if your meal isn’t served in less than five minutes, your bill is on the house! This awesome deal is available Sundays through Thursdays at Champions and Villa Mediterrano. For more, call (06) 560 7607 or visit www.marriott.com.

48 Hour Film

On the weekend of 5 April 2012, The 48 Hour Film Project will come to Jordan. Filmmakers from all over the country will compete to see who can make the best short film in only 48 hours! And the winning film will go up against short films from around the world. The competition kicks off on 5 April at Hamzat El Wasel at 6:00pm, and the deadline is set for 7 April. The films will then be screened on 13 April at Rainbow Theater (Rainbow St.), while on 20 April the “Best ofs” will be shown. To take part and for details, visit www.48hourfilm.com.

Bijou Couture

Fashion designers Hana Balbisi and Nada Samaha have brought the first affordable couture clothing line to Jordan. Under the name Bijou Couture, their collection boasts 46 exquisite pieces epitomizing delicate workmanship and elegant design. The inspiration behind Bijou comes from great and chic designers, where beautiful fabric, colors, and innovative architecture come to life. Visit their Facebook page to view the collection, which will be available at Pinkdust (Batool Center, Ahmad Al Arousy St., Abdoun) or upon order.

Curious Treats

If you’re a fan of sushi and sashimi this is a deal for you! Le Méridien Amman’s famous restaurant Benihana (Queen Noor St., Shmeisani) is offering sushi classes each lunchtime (for 17 JOD++), perfect if you’ve ever wanted to learn the art of making makis. Plus every Tuesday night is Sushi Night where you can dine for only 17 JOD++ per person, while Thursday nights are reserved for Teppanyaki where it’s 23 JOD++ to dine. For reservations call (06) 569 6511 or visit www. lemeridienamman.com.

LOVES These are just a few of our favorite things this month...

Sun & Moon Jars

Sia’s

New Boutique The recently opened Sia boutique at TAJ Lifestyle is a haven for those who love home decorating

(06) 592 6668 www.sia-homefashion.com

FAcebook Page Messaging Getting in touch with us is now even easier!

his boutique is bursting with a variety of stunning décor pieces such as silk flowers, vases, frames, candles, tableware, and other design pieces. The friendly staff can help you find exactly what you’re looking for, whether it’s for your own home or for a gift. At the Go office we’ve been known to have killed one too many plants, so we love their silk flowers and plants which look so real, yet need no tending to keep them alive!

Bottled sunshine? Yes, please! Bring some light into your life with these jam jars that hold a solar cell, a rechargeable battery, and a low energy LED. Perfect for lighting up your home, office, or even garden in ecofriendly style, these solar powered lights give off a glow creating soothing ambient lighting. Pick one up at Virgin Megastore (City Mall, King Abdullah II St.) and light up your surroundings!

With Facebook’s new “Timeline” design, you can message us directly through our Page! We love that it’s now even easier for our readers to get in touch with us thanks to Facebook’s new addition of private messaging for Pages. If you’ve got a Go-related question, simply shoot us a Facebook message and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can!

Abu Jbara’s Falafel Sandwiches

Since the Go Team moved to our new home on Mecca St., we’ve really been enjoying our proximity to Abu Jbara

T NEED TO KNOW Abu Jbara also boasts popular branches on Al Madena Al Monawara St. and Wasfi Al Tal St., so you don’t need to go far to get yourself some great grub!

his means fantastically fresh falafel sandwiches for breakfast several times a week. Loaded with gorgeous golden falafels, a ton of crisp veggies, topped with creamy tahini sauce, and spicy chili paste, all wrapped up in hot fresh bread, this is a breakfast for champions! We all know they say that, “breakfast is the most important meal

Jo Bedu’s New Beanies Easily the coolest headgear we’ve seen in a while! We already knew that when it came to hilarious and funky t-shirt design, the folks at Jo Bedu know what’s up, but the latest products prove that their innovation doesn’t just stop at tees. These fun and colorful beanies are nothing short of awesome, and now we don’t want the weather to get warmer just so we can continue to wear these all year round! Head to Jo Bedu, #10 Baouniyyeh St., Jabal Weibdeh to get yourself a head-warmer today, or call (06) 461 8144. 16 | APR. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

of the day,” and with Abu Jbara’s food it’s certainly the most delicious too. So if you’re looking for a scrumptious way to start your day and make your morning awesome, grab two delish falafel sandwiches for just 1 JOD and feel wonderfully satisfied all day long. Yum! Mecca St., (06) 552 5229, www.facebook.com/ AbuJbaraRestaurant

Al-Awamleh

Art If you have Facebook, then do yourself a favor and check out the page “AlAwamleh Art”

Created by a young local artist, this page boasts a collection of very cool and often very funny illustrations and sketches. With pencil, pen, and some simple coloring, this artist is bringing his work to life and we can’t help but love his originality and creativity. To check out AlAwamleh’s drawings yourself, log on to, on.fb.me/GVbWcE Scan Here For Facebook

Stop by Al Hussein Cultural Center tonight for the NMC Percussion Ensemble Concert. For tickets, call (06) 476 7221.

It’s Dead Sea Ultra Marathon Day! Flip to p. 15 for details on the race.

Yoga in Jordan’s Wadi Rum retreat. Flip to p. 38 for details.

Hani Mitwasi and Ayman Zbeen perform at the Orthodox Club. Call (079) 797 8047 for information.

Don’t forget that tomorrow is the last day to register for the “Holes on Hold” competition. Flip to p. 12 to read the details.

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Feeling hungry at the office? Why not order in some delicious home-style food from Sawsan Cuisine. Flip to p. 15 to read more.

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April Fools’ Day

Have you entered into our Go Win! competition for this month yet? Flip to p. 11 and try your luck; maybe you’ll be our next lucky winner!

48 Hour Film Project! Flip to p. 15 to read more.

Check out the last day of art-filled Souq Fann! Visit artmedium.me for more information.

Volunteer at the Gaza Refugee Camp’s kids’ camp today. Flip to p. 66 to read more about this initiative.

Motex Exhibition @ Le Méridien Amman. Visit www.motex.org. French Food Festival @ Radisson Blu Tala Bay. Flip to p. 34 for details

Make it a movie night with Grand Cinemas’ release of 21 Jump Street! Flip to p. 86 for cinema releases.

Sing your heart out at “Karaoke Night” at Café de Paris. Flip to p. 18 to read more about this spot.

Little League Baseball. Flip to p. 46.

Explore more of the Kingdom today and head out to Lot’s Cave! Flip to p. 58 to read more about this ancient site.

Take the kids to the Children’s Museum today for “Labor Day.” Visit www.cmj.jo for details. Little League Baseball.

The popular ICS Food Fair takes place today! Flip to p. 12 for details .

Mother & Baby Care Expo @ Le Royal. Call (06) 581 9003 for details.

It’s “Teppanyaki Thursdays” at Benihana! Flip to p. 15 to read more about the specials at this great Le Méridien restaurant.

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Check out “Weaved Landscapes” tonight by Hani Hourani at Um Uthaina’s Foresight32 Art Gallery. Call (06) 556 0080 for more information.

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Easter Sunday!

(Western Tradition)

Scope out the Everest Hotel & Spa tonight for their “Henna Night.” Call (079) 609 1096 for more information.

Jack White’s solo album is released today! Flip to p. 78 to read more about this month’s new music releases.

Nothing to do this weekend? Get some inspiration by visiting our YouTube page and watching our “This is Jordan!” clips! Flip to p. 22 to read more. Little League Baseball. Flip to p. 46.

8 9 10 11 Get your hands on Philadelphia Skateboards’ new decks! Flip to p. 34 for details.

Head to Orfali Gallery today to check out Zaina Al-Sa’id’s “Homage to Issam El-Said” exhibition. Visit on.fb.me/ GSCQnl for details.

Do you feel like you need to make a change in your life? Flip to p. 40 to read about ThetaHealing, it’s a process that might help.

Head to Cube at the Shepherd Hotel tonight for their awesome “80s Night”! Call (06) 463 9197 for reservations.

Head to the Grand Hyatt tonight for a poetry reading by Zahi Wehbe. Call (06) 585 0350 for more.

Easter Sunday!

Forget going out to shop; shop from the comfort of your own living room by logging on to the awesome e-stores we talk about on p. 30!

(Orthodox Tradition)

Enjoy Hungry Hour at Amigo’s this afternoon where you can enjoy 30% off your meal! Flip to p. 18 to read more about this cool spot.

Pick up a delish Easter cake at PAUL today. Flip to p. 34 to read all about it.

It’s never to early to start planning for your summer vacation. Flip to p. 60 and 62 for some ideas, or log on to travelsheikh.com to start booking.

22 23 24 25 26 Enjoy a fast and delish business lunch at the Marriott Amman thanks to their Five in Five Less than Ten deal. Flip to p. 15 for details.

Hasbro’s popular tabletop game, Battleship, is released on the new PS Vita today! Flip to p. 74 to read more about April’s video game releases.

29 30 Experience a great evening of cooking at Beit Sitti. Flip to p. 33 to read more about this cozy home away from home.

* These dates are correct at the time of print. Please make sure to double check with the appropriate organizer(s) prior to each event in case any scheduling changes occur during the month.

Holes in the Walls

The Auberge This IS JOrdan

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DiveIn Go’s Rayah Al-Mashal explores the cool spots that are Amman’s “holes in the walls”

hilled out, laid back, almost always dark and sometimes dingy… that’s pretty much the staple description of a typical dive spot. Add some good background music, a nonchalant crowd, and you’ve got a place that quickly becomes a favorite go-to place for locals. Dubbed “dive” for its past connotations of being places of sketchy business, these spots were for people that were anti-social, or rather, nonconformist, in their attitudes. That definition has been long disregarded and these little neighborhood treasures are now a breath of smoky air from the more upscale, mainstream cafés and restaurants around. In spirit of this month’s “Wild Side Issue,” we went looking for some of Amman’s round-the-corner spots and hole-in-the-wall eateries for something with a little more local character.

Images by: Motaz Abu Hamdeh

Las Tapas Latinas This spot boasts quaint wooden décor, dim lighting, an open terrace, 90s music soundtrack, and blasé attitude, making it the perfect inner-city escape Known among its regulars as “Bonita’s” and located just after the 3rd Circle, this local fave is perfect for almost any casual social get-together. A smile-plastered staff and plentiful menu tempts you into trying their finger lickin’ food, from nachos to quesadillas to chili chicken fingers and more. Definitely make reservations for when the weather starts warming up because their outdoor refuge is a very popular choice as a way to enjoy Amman al fresco. So whether it’s a one-on-one conversation you want to have, or a laid back set up for a large group gathering, Las Tapas is the place to do it. Bonita Inn, Qiss Bin Sa’Edah St., (06) 461 5060, www.bonitaamman.com Dive Do: Try their amazing chili nachos.

Amigos Nestled in the side of Granada Hotel, located near 1st Circle, this is a decades old hotspot This western style “dive” is packed with a pool table, a small stage for live bands, music inspired artwork, and a retro feel. If what you want is a chilled out atmosphere, rocky tunes (both new and golden oldies), and a casual clientele of Ammanis out for a good time, make your way to Amigos. Plus, covertly placed around the corner in an older part of Amman, to get here you’ll have to leave the capital’s trendy streets. Al Imam Malek St., Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3001 Dive Do: Try their famously delicious Amigos burger with a side of yummy fries. 18 | APR. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

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If you’re looking for even more reason to check out Las Tapas, they have regular live gigs boasting local musicians, which draw in an array of the city’s crowds.

Café De Paris This homey set up is a cool and cozy option for a “neighbor upstairs” hangout spot Situated in Jabal Weideh, this eatery sports stools, tables, and couches — as well as good food, thirst quenchers, and some random books here and there for some private reading time. This versatile “dive” on Paris Square is a great choice for a pit stop any time of the day, whether you’re walking around in

the neighborhood and need a rest, want a place to get your work done, or feel the munchies coming on around dinnertime. Expect to meet plenty of random Ammani-based people, from metal heads to French exchange students! Paris Square, Jabal Weibdeh, (078) 654 4447, www.facebook. com/106738799351191 Dive Do: Sign up and sing aloud on their Karaoke nights!

Java Time

La Calle Rainbow Street’s easygoing eatery, La Calle, has a lesser-known sister in Weibdeh Commonly called, “La Calle 2,” this is the second branch of 1st Circle’s staple spot. Setting up in one of Amman’s most neighborly neighborhoods, La Calle, the Jabal Weibdeh version, is a venue to check out. True to their first establishment, this too is a cozy, casual, and comfy plot of social-ness. And with friendly waiters, plenty of nibbles, good music, and a promise to always play important football matches, La Calle 2 is sure to do as well as her sister! Baouniyyeh St., Jabal Weibdeh, (077) 726 6928 Dive Do: Try their cheesy fries.

A place that needs no introduction for many, Coffee n’ News is a local preference when it comes to good, affordable coffee Popular for late night cups of joe, notebook doodling, and caffeine to-go for strutting down the pebbled road of Rainbow St., this compact café is the perfect choice for coffee addicts. Boasting a wide selection of delicious coffees, fresh smoothies, chillers, and fragrant teas, if you want to get away from big chain coffee spots and would rather some local digs, Coffee n’ News is sure to be your kind of place. Rainbow St., 1st Circle, (06) 461 2025

Dubliners There’s nothing like meeting up with a close couple of friends for a fun night out of much needed catching up Dubliners (often referred to as, “Dubs”), is an Irish-inspired “dive” spot that has you literally walk downstairs for an authentic “underground” and dimly lit experience. Their open plan space is great for people watching, expressive dancing, or for gluing

your eyes to the flat screen TVs that dot the place while crossing your fingers in hopes that your fave football team scores that much needed goal. Great for large groups or casual dates, and a choice warm escape during chilly weather, this social scene is one of the capital’s long-enduring hangouts that’ll surely continue to be around forever. Comfort Hotel, Ali Nasouh Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 2848, www. dublinersjordan.com Dive Do: Try their buffalo tenders with a side of blue cheese dip. gomagjordan.com | APR. 2012 | 19

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Are You

Inn?

Go ventured downtown to visit one of the city’s oldest establishments, The Auberge

Prince Mohammed St. Downtown (079) 563 5998

NEED TO KNOW Priced at only 2 JOD, argeeleh at The Auberge is a steal compared to what most West Ammani’s hotspots charge, so if you’re on a tight budget this is a wallet-friendly destination!

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Eat More

Chicken!

Bash Taouk take their chicken very seriously

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Specializing in the Lebanese dish Shish Taouk, Bash Taouk’s menu offers up a variety of ways to enjoy it. The grilled chicken pieces seasoned with a special blend of spices can be found on top of a bed of salad, in a quesadilla, stuffed into a French baguette, layered between a burger bun, or in a scrumptious sandwich lovingly named, “The Angry Birds Taouk.” Aside from chicken dishes, Bash Taouk also boasts plenty of other options such as beef, turkey, seafood, and breakfast plates. And, if you don’t have time to swing by their restaurant, you can have their food delivered by ordering via phone or online. Building #245, Al Madina Al Munawara St., (06) 556 0991, www.bash-taouk.com

he Auberge has been a part of the Ammani landscape since the early 1940s and walking into this place you certainly feel its history. Adjoining, yet technically two distinct establishments tucked away in narrow alleys off of Prince Mohammed St., The Auberge is made up of a restaurant and coffee shop. Back in its heyday it was frequented by celebrities, political figures, and artists including the likes of Zuhair Nobani, Fareed Atrash, and Wasfi Ta’al Arar. Today, the coffee shop is still a very popular gathering spot. During the day you’ll find groups of retired friends discussing current affairs over a game of backgammon, while in the evening it can be packed with fervent football fans enjoying a game on TV. They serve up three different types of argeeleh (ma’asel, tombac, and zaghoul) and traditional Arabic drinks such as coffee, tea, sahlab, and plenty of juices. The coffee shop doesn’t prepare food, however, if you’re hungry they can bring you tasty treats from their own restaurant or any neighboring eatery. But the best part of the coffee shop is their open balcony; a lazy afternoon can easily be wiled away watching the action in the bustling streets below. If you want lunch or dinner, The Auberge’s restaurant is well known for their grilled meats — especially the kofta — prepared fresh every day. They also serve delish seafood prepared next door at Amman’s famous Sara Seafood Restaurant. At competitive prices, this is a great choice to eat authentic Arabic food without breaking the bank. Get away from West Amman’s typical spots this month and experience something new; give The Auberge a try for its history, simple charm, and authenticity.

Visit www.MealAdvisors.com for more advice, menus, telephone numbers, special offers, maps, and news on Amman’s restaurants and cafés.

In light of our “Wild Side Issue,” Go asked MealAdvisors.com to share some of their advice on casual and affordable dining options in Amman. Here’s what some of Amman’s foodies have to say…

Deeritna Express

The Lettuce & The Fish

“The mansaf here is unbelievable and the mashawi Are very scrumptious. I give their food 10/10.”

“The appetizers were great, especially the beef. The salad portions were great and tasted good. I especially like the atmosphere and service was excellent.”

Advisor Dana1

Kebab Express

“This is the best place to have lunch while in work mode; it’s delicious, light, and yet fulfilling. I would recommend this to any hungry colleague.” Advisor Boza

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Chili House “As usual the food was delicious, quick, and at a very good deal! We were the first customers of the day, and the waiters were already ready with pleasant attitudes and fast service.” Advisor Megalish

Bash Taouk

Zaatar W Zeit

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Advisor Zaina

“Simply this is a very nice fast food restaurant. I like the inside area, the menu, and the walls are cool too. Plus, the waiters were very friendly, the food was yummy, and the prices are affordable.”

“We wanted a late night snack so we headed to Zaatar W Zeit on Mecca St. The waiter was attentive and friendly, recommending items and advising on ingredients. The food arrived very quickly, tasted good (I had the tuna wrap), and was of a good portion.”

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Images by: Brandon Barron

Go’s Brandon Barron took on our “This Is Jordan” challenge again this month, but this time we gave him 60 JOD to spend on a trip outside of Amman. This is how it turned out…

oo often, those of us who love to explore Jordan are met with surprise when describing things like pristine coral reefs, breathtaking hikes, and unique historical sites. For many people here, the Hashemite Kingdom has yet to be explored, even when so many tourists come to visit from overseas. In its second year of publication, Go has put together a new monthly feature, and I’m the lucky beneficiary! Every month, I am given a certain amount of cash and it’s my job to budget and spend it on an adventure that is uniquely Jordanian in hopes that it makes it easier for readers to get up and go!

This month, Go gave me 60 JOD, and I decided to spend loot at Mount Nebo and the Dead Sea. Since they’re both close to Amman, it’s quite easy to do the two in one day. I’m someone who likes multiple and varied experiences in leisure, so the contrast between the rich historical site of Nebo and the sun and sand at the Dead Sea was really nice. Also, since it’s still warming up in Amman this month, readers in the capital will enjoy the fact that, as the lowest dry place on earth, the Dead Sea Valley is substantially warmer than up in Amman.

Getting There and Around

t’s not difficult to rent a car in Amman. There are loads of cheap rentals, and many offer quality service. So I headed to King Abdullah Gardens and, after a little searching, found Layan Rent A Car. The staff was very accommodating and hooked me up with a well-maintained Kia Rio for only 23 JOD! Readers should note that a 250 JOD deposit is required in case of damage, but this is pretty standard, and I got it back without trouble upon returning the car. Petrol cost me 10 JOD for the trip. Find Layan Rent A Car online at www.layancars.com.

took my day trip on a Friday, meaning that my drive was more leisurely and less stressful. My roommate, Justin, and I left Amman via the Airport Road toward Madaba to get to Mount Nebo. First-timers will be happy to know that NEED TO points of interest are marked KNOW on signs, so making our way You can also follow the “Nebo down to to the site wasn’t too difficult. the Dead Sea” itinerary After Nebo, the winding road backwards, getting to down to the Dead Sea was the Dead Sea before the sun and crowds are too incredibly picturesque, and much, then visiting the trip back home to Amman Nebo for sunset. made our route a full circuit.

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ood options at the Dead Sea Spa’s lunch buffet included salads and mezze, Arab cuisine, and more Western fare, along with a pretty big dessert bar. One unfortunate surprise we got, however, came in the form of drinks. Our server wasn’t too attentive, except when it came to automatically providing us with drink refills. In the end, they charged us each just under 10 JOD for water and Pepsi without informing us beforehand! Readers should be warned that many Dead Sea resorts don’t allow guests to bring outside food or drink into the hotel. For practical details on travel in the Hashemite Kingdom, check out www.jordanjubilee.com.

Watch This: Experience

s a person of faith, Mount Nebo is a special place for me. I’ve been there before with some of my students (Editor’s note: Brandon is a high school teacher as well as a contributor to Go), but it was especially memorable to go there with a close friend. The site is where Moses looked out on the Promised Land, and he is believed to have been buried on the mountain by the Almighty. The Franciscan Order of the Roman Catholic Church now acts as caretaker of this site. Nebo is covered with well-cultivated gardens of olive trees (one of which was planted by the late Pope John Paul II) that lead up to lookout points over the valley, making it easy to understand Moses’ state of mind when climbing the mountain. At the main lookout, one can see all the way to Jerusalem on a clear day. There is also a church being built on the foundations of a much older one, and the mosaics of the latter are on display in a museum on the grounds. By far the most interesting aspect of a visit to Nebo, though, is the variety of visitors it gets. While Justin and I visited, we saw a group nuns, a couple dozen Italian grandmothers on pilgrimage, and a church group from Korea that had a time of prayer at the lookout. It was

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he Mount Nebo site has a small gift shop with icons, posters, books, postcards, and other mementos. There is also a gentleman who sells stone carvings just outside the gates. The best place for souvenirs around Nebo, though, is the Jordan River Foundation’s mosaic and pottery workshop between Madaba and Nebo, where local artisans put their intricate skills to work on stunning pieces of art. However, the 1,500 JOD price tag on a large mosaic was a little out of my budget for the day. Of course, the most authentic souvenirs from the Dead Sea are mineral beauty products, found all over the country and not just at the Dead Sea itself.

Visit youtube.com/user/gomagjordan to watch a clip of Brandon’s trip!

definitely an inspiring experience. And it was also a thrifty one — at 1 JOD for entry, my Nebo visit barely altered my budget! Find out more about Nebo and other sites in Jordan at www.visitjordan.com.

t around lunch time, Justin and I drove down the winding road to the Dead Sea. There are many options for day-trip visitors of all budgets. With my adventure budget, I was able to afford entrance into the Dead Sea Spa, a locally owned resort with multiple pools and restaurants. Our visit to the resort was full of surprises, like what we got with the entrance fee. For only 18 JOD, we had full access to the pools and the beach, as well as an extensive lunch buffet (meaning that I didn’t have to budget for lunch!). Of course, the reason we were there was for the Dead Sea. Those who haven’t yet swam (er... floated) in the Dead Sea’s hypersaline water are in for a fun surprise. In addition to the extreme buoyancy it causes, the water is great for clearing up skin problems, and you can actually feel the effects as you’re floating. The beach also had large buckets of “free mud,” which we covered ourselves in before showering. Find the Dead Sea Spa’s rates and amenities at jordandeadsea.com.

My 60 JOD excursion was both inspiring and relaxing. The final cost of my trip, including car rental, gas, food, and (overpriced) drinks came to 61.00 JOD — just 1 JOD over budget. But, hey, only one buck from my pocket for a great day in Jordan is a steal! Thanks, Go, for another fun adventure! gomagjordan.com | APR. 2012 | 23

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April’s

Culture Shock

What we like about April is that it brings with it warmth. If you’re in Amman, this is the time to enjoy artistic, cultural, and musical gigs under the Ammanite sun. Go’s Mike V. Derderian tells us what’s happening around town Film Screenings:

Abdul Hameed Shoman Foundation

Part of its monthly Cinema Club activities this foundation organizes film screenings hosted by Film Critic Adnan Madanat.

Workshops:

Al Balad Theater Image Management & Public Speaking workshop by Zein Ghanma is to be held on 2, 3, and 4 April between 5:00am and 9:00pm. Yazeed Bin Abu Sufian St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 2005, www. al-balad.org

Stand Up Comedy Shows

Al Balad Theater Yer7am Jeddak (or, “May Grandfather Rest in Peace”), a stand-up comedy show by Shady Salah, will be held on 19 April at 7:00 pm. Tickets are priced at 7 JOD. Yazeed Bin Abu Sufian St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 2005, www. al-balad.org

Royal Film Commission

The RFC between 8 and 12 April will be holding a screening of films all directed by women entitled, “Entre Cineastas.” Between 24 and 26 April, they will be holding a screening of German films. Rainbow Street, 1st Circle, Jabal Amman. (06) 464 2266, www.film.jo

Società Dante Alighieri

Pane e Tulipani, a film by Silvio Soldini, starring Licia Maglietta and Bruno Ganz, is to be screened on 12 and 17 April at 7:00 pm at Al Hussein Cultural Center. Entrance is free. Kulliat Al-Sharia St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 464 0350, www.dantejo.org

French Institute’s French Food Fest!

Literature & Book Readings:

Instituto Cervantes de Ammán Part of “World Book Day,” Instituto Cervantes will hold a global literary reading, entitled, “Reading Don Quixote,” on 23 April at 6:30 pm. This will be done through videoconference, as the reading occurs in Madrid. Moh’d Hafiz Mu’ath St., 3rd Circle, (06) 461 0858, amman.cervantes.es 24 | APR. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

From 1 to 7 April, the 2nd French Gastronomy Week will be held in different venues in Amman and in Aqaba. Seven top French chefs will work in such venues as, Al Qasr Metropole, Crowne Plaza, Grand Hyatt, and Radisson Blu Tala Bay. For more, visit www.ifjordan.com or call (06) 4612658.

April 3 Everyday Is a Holiday 2009/77 min/with English subtitles Director: Dima El-Horr It is Independence Day in Lebanon. Three women who’ve never met before are on the same bus heading to visit a prison situated in a remote area of the country. Traveling through an arid landscape littered with mines, the journey transforms into the women’s quest for their own independence.

April 17 Helipolis 2009/100 min/with English subtitles Director: Ahmad Abdalla Lifelines that never really intersect in the suburb of Heliopolis, Cairo will collide within a frame of time of 24 hours, starring Khaled Abul Naga, Hany Adel, Yousra El Lozy, Hanan Motawe, Somaya Gouiny, and Aya Suleiman.

April 10 Fish Above Sea Level 2011/70 min/with English subtitles Director: Hazim Bitar Upon his father’s death Talal discovers that his late father, in an attempt to shore up his failing investments, mortgaged the family house. With only few days to save the family house in Amman from foreclosure Talal’s only way out is to sell a farm house they own in a village by the Dead Sea. There he meets Daoud, a young farmer, who lives in the farmhouse. Before he can do anything with the farmhouse, Talal has to obtain Daoud’s approval.

April 21 Modern Moroccan Cinema Days This event that is dedicated to Moroccan cinema will be launched at Al Hussein Cultural Center. Screenings will start at 7:00 pm and end at 8:00 pm.

Showtime: All screenings (except Modern Moroccan Days), take place at the Abdul Hameed Shoman Foundation, Al Kulliyah Al Elmiyah Al Eslamiyah St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 1969, www.shoman.org.

Festivals: April 22 April 23 April 24 The National Center for Culture and Arts Stocos by Muriel Alice by De Stilte The Talent Romero & Pablo Palacio (Spain) will be performed at Al Hussein Cultural Center For more information go to in Ras Al Ein. The www.pac.org.jo or call (06) 569 show starts at 0292 and (06) 569 0293. 8:00 pm. The 4th Annual Amman Contemporary Dance Festival will take place between 22 and 28 April.

(Holland) will be performed at The Royal Cultural Center. The show starts at 6:00 pm.

CINEMA

with Mike V. Derderian

Yojimbo (1961) Director: Akira Kurosawa Cast: Toshirô Mifune, Tatsuya Nakadai, Daisuke Katô, Takashi Shimura, Eijirô Tôno and Seizaburô Kawazu Duration: 110 min. Color: Black & White Genre: Crime / Film Noir In Yojimbo men live by the sword and die by the sword — very swiftly. Watching Kurosawa is like reading a novel in which every single scene is brilliantly laid out using simple words with minimal reliance on unnecessary, flowery language. Every scene in this black and white movie is constructed with such fluidity that you will find yourself, throughout, within close proximity of its characters. You will stand at a dusty corner in a near abandoned village, where two warring gangs are being manipulated by a sly nameless samurai (Mifune). Delivering blows instead of words, the nameless samurai saunters across the village like a wolf that just had a belly full of flesh and blood; or that’s what he wants everyone to think. Yojimbo (which translates to “bodyguard”), is one of those movies that inspire other directors to make similar, but original movies. The film itself was inspired by one of Dashiell Hammett Film Noir novels, and in turn inspired Sergio Leone to make his own 1964 Spaghetti Western interpretation, A Fistful of Dollars, and Walter Hill to make his 1996, Last Man Standing. Like a Shakespearian play you have the buffoon, the murderer, the corrupter, the conspirer, and the damsel that Kurosawa so brilliantly captures through simple camera angles and edits, and that actors play out so well. You just have to figure out which one the nameless samurai is after watching it! To watch Yojimbo swing by the Royal Film Commission (#5 Omar Bin Al Khattab St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman) and get it at their vast film library! Call (06) 464 2266 or visit www.rfc.jo for further details.

April 26 Snik on Snok on by Ballet the Moon by Snik Boyz (United on Snok on the Kingdom) will be Moon will be performed at Al performed at The Hussein Cultural Royal Cultural Center, Ras Al Ein. Center. The show The show starts starts 6:00 pm. 8:00 pm. (For ages 7+.)

April 26 Nil (Nile) by Cie 7273 (Switzerland) will be performed at Al Hussein Cultural Center, Ras Al Ein. The show starts 8:00 pm.

April 28 Up Down by Suzanna Miller & Allan Paivio (Canada) will be performed at Al Hussein Cultural Center, Ras Al Ein. The show starts 8:00 pm.

Upcoming and Current Art Exhibitions:

Dar Al Anda “Women of Turquoise,” by Iraqi artist Sattar Kawoosh, will be opening at 6:00pm on 2 April under the Patronage of His Excellency Mr. Piet de Klerk, the Dutch Ambassador. It will continue until 23 April.

Dar Al Anda

“After a Big Tsunami

in Japan,” is a charity project by Japanese artists Yuko & Maki that will open on 16 April. The opening is at 6:00 pm and the exhibition will continue until 28 April. Dhirar Bin Al Azwar St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 462 9599, www. daralanda.com

Zara Gallery A solo exhibition by Bader Mahasneh will open on 2 April at 6:30 pm. It will continue until 23 April. Grand Hyatt Amman Hotel, 3rd Circle, (06) 4651433

Jacaranda “Hanine (Nostalgia),” an art exhibition that explores the existential state of longing as a catalyst for creativity, by Ghassan Ghaib, with sculptures by Ahmed Al Bahrani, will be open to the public on 3 April. It will continue until 24 April. Oman Bin Al Khattab St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4050, www. jacarandaimages.com

Nabad “Folk Truck Art From Pakistan,” an exhibition organized by the Artisans of Tribal Truck Art, a philanthropic organization established by a Pakistani entrepreneur, Anjum Rana, is still on this month. It runs until 18 April. Othman bin Affan St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 5084, www. nabadartgallery.com

Foresight Art Gallery Hani Hourani’s “Weaved Landscapes” is currently on display and will continue until 12 April. Ibn Al Roumi St., 6th Circle, Um Uthaina, (06) 556 0090, www. foresightartgallery.com

out ArGeeleh

Belmondo Café, Mecca St., (06) 553 3021 Bianca Café, Ahmad Fawazi St., Abdoun, (06) 593 5234 Jafra Café, Prince Mohammed St., Downtown, (06) 462 2551, www.jafragroup.com Khuttar Café, Irbid St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9099 Lemon Shisha Bistro, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9371 Macho Picho, Kurdi Center, Fawzi Al Mughrabi St., Abdoun, (06) 593 6989, www. machopicho.com Mijana Restaurant & Café, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 462 0744 Rotana Cafe, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 0520 Tche Tche Café, Abu Taweeleh Plaza, Mecca St., (06) 588 5837, www.tchetchecafe.com Zoka Café, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 6777

Cafés

Cinemas

Cinema City, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 551 8611, www.meccamall.jo Cine Le Royal, Le Royal Hotel Amman, Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3022, www.leroyalamman.com Grand Cinemas, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 8808, www.grandcinemas.com Grand Cinemas, Zara Center, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 461 3260, www.grandcinemas.com Prime Cinemas, Al Baraka Mall, Sa'eed Al Mufti St., (06) 585 8500, www.prime.jo Rainbow Theatre, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 798 228 830

Museums

Children’s Museum Jordan, Al Hussein Public Parks, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 1479, www.cmj.jo Darat Al-Funun (Shoman Foundation), Jabal Al Weibdeh, (06) 464 3252, www. daratalfunun.org Islamic Museum, Suleiman Al Nabulsi St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 567 2155 Jordan Archeological Museum, Citadel, Jabal Al Qala'a, (06) 463 8795 Jordan Folklore Museum, Roman Theatre Complex, Jabal Al Ashrafiyeh, (06) 465 1742 Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts, Hosni Fareez St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 463 0128, www.nationalgallery.org Royal Automobile Museum, Al Hussein Public Parks, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 1392, www.royalautomuseum.jo

Aunty Hanady’s Cheesecake & Cookies, King Abdullah II St., (06) 535 5025 Bifrost, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1312 Books@Café, Omar Ibn Il Khattab St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 465 0457, www. booksatcafe.com Bunzy Buns, Ahmad Fawzi St., Abdoun, (06) 593 7172, www.bunzybuns.com Café Des Artistes, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (0) 79 657 5184 Caffé Strada, 15 Mohammed Rashid Ridha Nightlife St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 0017 1Ten Resto Lounge, Shepherd Hotel, Zaid Bin Al Haritha St., Jabal Amman, (077) 7 The Camel’s B@C, Baouniyyeh St., Jabal 112233 Weibdeh, (06) 465 7881 51 (Switch), Sameeh Al Shoumali St., Al ChaYi: The Art of Tea, 245 Al Madenah Al Sahel, (077) 515 1515 Munawara St., (06) 553 3638 Agave, Qiss Bin Sa’edah St., (06) 463 3030 Cilantro Café, Queen Zain Al Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5009, www.cilantro-cafe.com Amigo Pub, off of Abu Baker Al Seddeek, Cioconut Lounge, Al Sha’ab Street, Dabouq, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3001, www. amigopub-jo.com (06) 541 2484 Chez Hilda, Ali Nasouh Al-Tahir St., Sweifieh, Beerkeller, Le Royal, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, (06) 582 4808, www.chezhilda.com (06) 460 3000, www.leroyalamman.com Costa Café, City Mall, King Cantaloupe Gastro Pub, 10 NEED TO Abdullah II St., (06) 585 9694 Rainbow Street, 1st Circle, Crumz, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi Jabal Amman, (077) 773 KNOW St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0102, 3333, www.cantaloupe.jo If you follow a www.goodharvest.com.jo Canvas, Muntazah Circle, gluten-free diet Cups & Kilos, Rainbow St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 463 and find dining out in 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, 2211 Amman difficult, head to (06) 4649345 Chesters, Le Royal Hotel, Books@Café (Omar Bin Al Gloria Jeans Coffees, Al Zahran Street, 3rd Circle, Khattab St.). They serve up delicious glutenBaraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti Jabal Amman, (06) 460 free pasta! Call (06) St., Sweifieh, (06) 592 5715, 3000, www.leroyalamman. 465 0457 for www.gloriajeans.com com more. Java U, Saed Abdo Shamout Cube, Shepherd Hotel, Said St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5726, Bin Hareth St., Jabal Amman, www.java-u.com (079) 985 5955 Juicebangbang, Avenue Mall, Swefieh, (0) Dubliners, Comfort Hotel Suites, Ali Nahuh 775 989 416 Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 2848, www. La Mirabelle, off of Saed Abdo Shamout dublinersjordan.com St., Abdoun, (06) 565 6026, www. Flow, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, zalatimosweets.com (079) 978 7777 Old View Cafe, Omar Ibn il Khattab St., (06) Glass Bar & Lounge, Landmark Hotel, Al 465 3516 Hussein Bin Ali St., (06) 560 7100 Paul, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 La Calle, #10 Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal 2760, www.paul-international.com Amman, (077) 726 6928 Second Cup, Queen Zain Al Sharaf St., Las Tapas, Bonitas Hotel, Qiss Bin Sa'edah Abdoun, (06) 556 0691, www.secondcup.com St., 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 5061, www.bonitamman.com Segafredo Zanetti, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 6526, www. The Library Lounge & Cigar Bar, Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 segafredo.it 7607, www.thelibrary.marriott-amman.com Starbucks Coffee, Prince Hashem St., Abdoun, (06) 592 1005, www.starbucks.com Murphy’s House of Rock, Red Rose Hotel, Turtle Green Tea Bar, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (077) 716 5008 Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4813 Oobé, Al Qasr Metropole Hotel, Mithqal Al Vivid, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 3091 Faeiz St., Shmesani, (06) 566 6140 ext. 3 Wild Jordan, Othman bin Afan St., 1st O Six Gastro Lounge, Canyon Hotel, Adeeb Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3542, www. Wahbeh St., Shmeisani, (079) 994 0606 wildjordancafe.com Queen Vics, Ali Nahuh Al Tahir St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 4426

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Square Bar, Four Seasons, 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 550 5555, www.fourseasons.com Time Out Sports Bar, Kempinski Hotel, Abd Al Hameed Shoman St., Shmesani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski.com/amman Rovers Return, Abed Al Raheem Al Hajj Mohammad St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 4844, www.roversreturnjordan.com Saluté & Beer Garden, Abdul Qader Koshak St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1458, www. jorest.com Seven Barrels, Hisham Hotel, Abu Firas Al Hamadani Pathway 2, Jabal Amman, (077) 977 7708 Shaman, Um Qsair St., Deir Ghbar, (077) 722 7888

Restaurants

32 North, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, amman.grand.hyatt.com Abou El Abed Al Hakawati, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (077) 605 5550 Asia, Four Seasons Amman, Al Kindi St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 550 5555, www. fourseasons.com Azkadenya, Mecca St., (06) 554 9391 Bistro One, off of Abu Baker Al Seddeek, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 7890, www. bistroone-jo.com Blue Fig, Prince Hashem St., Abdoun, (06) 592 8800, www.bluefig.com La Bruschetta, off of Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 1513 Beit El Fukhara, Abdallah Ghosheh St., near 7th and 8th circles, (0) 79 714 0250 Beit Shocair, Khirfan St. off Rainbow St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4094 Burj Al Hamam, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.com Buffalo Wings & Wings, 1st Circle, (06) 464 0049, www.buffalowingsandrings.com Cafe Burger, 17 Ahmad Al-Arousy St., Al Batool Center, Abdoun, (06) 592 2832 Casereccio Restaurant, Al Qahira St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 4773 Casper & Gambini’s, Mazen Sido AlKurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2600, www. casperandgambinis.com Centro Brasserie, Queen Nour St., 4th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1020 Champions, Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7607 Cinco De Mayo, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www.ichotelsgroup.com La Cucina Ristorante, Princess Alya Bint Hussein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 3355 Deir El Qamar, Sa’ed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 4666, www. deirelqamarrestaurant.com Diwan Al Sultan Ibrahim, Iriteria St., Um Uthaina (06) 551 7383, oceanhotel.com.jo

Listings Diwan Shahraya, Le Royal Hotel, Zahran St, 3rd Circle, (06) 596 6511 www. leroyalamman.com Entrecôte Café de Paris, behind Le Royal Hotel, 3rd Circle, (079) 911 9117 Esaki, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., 4th Circle, (079) 717 9888 Fakhr El-Din, Abdul Qader Koshak St, Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1789, www.fakhreldin.com Fatty Dabs Burger Shack, Saed Abdo Shammout St., Abdoun, (0) 79 6075 204 Haret Jdoudna, Talal St., Madaba, (05) 324 8650, www.haretjdoudna.com Al Huwwara Restaurant, King Abdullah II St., Dabouq, (06) 535 4210 The Ivy, Rajai Suleiman Sukkar St., next to Orthodox Club, (06) 593 5130 Kashmir & Al Argeeleh, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 9520, kashmirargeelah.com The Lettuce & The Fish, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 593 3031 L’Incontro, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, www.grand.hyatt.com Indochine, Grand Hyatt Amman, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1433, www.grand.hyatt.com Indu, Intercontinental Hotel, Islamic College St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 1361, www. ichotelsgroup.com Levant Restaurant, Al Mutanabbi St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 8948, www.levantjo.com The Living Room, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 5998, www.romero-jordan.com La Maison Vert, Abed Al Hameed Bades, Shmeisani, (06) 568 5746 Ne:Bo, Mount Nebo, Madaba, (077) 771 2224 Noodasia, Cairo St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 6999 Rajeen Restaurant, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 462 5400 Ren Chai, Mithqal Al Faeiz St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 5777, www.renchai.com Romero, Mohammed Hussein Haikal St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4227, www.romerojordan.com Scenario, Shat Al-Arab St., (078) 720 0002 Sufra, Rainbow St. #28, (06) 461 1468 Tannoureen, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 5987, www.tannoureen.net Tarweea, Rabieh, (06) 548 1000 Trader Vic’s, The Regency Palace Hotel, Queen Alia Street, Shmesani, (06) 560 7000, www.tradervics.com Trattoria, AlQasr Metropole Hotel, Arroub St., Shmeisani, (06) 562 0528 Vinaigrette, AlQasr Metropole Hotel, Arroub St., Shmeisani, (06) 562 0528 Whispers, Abdul Rahman Alawi St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 592 1850 Wox, Mazen Sido Al-Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2921, www.wox-chinese.com Yoshi, Mithqal Al Faeiz St., Jabal Amman, 06 464 0903, www.atico-jo.com/yoshi.htm Zaatar w Zeit, Mecca St., (06) 552 9291, www.zaatarwzeit.net

Theaters

Transportation

Alpha International, (06) 581 3300 Hijazi, (02) 710 1760 Taxi Al Mumayaz, (06) 579 9999

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Street Feature

Zeid Bin Haretha St. Go’s Rayah Al-Mashal treads the fringe of Jabal Amman’s much driven past, but overlooked street shops

Geodes Galore!

ake a walk on the other side of the road this month and explore second-hand Ammani style on Zeid Bin Haretha St. in Jabal Amman. Keeping Books@Café on Omar Bin Khattab St. on your right, and heading straight upwards back towards 3rd Circle, you’ll find yourself driving up Zeid Bin Haretha St., and I bet that more often than not the public park and side line shops elude your vision. Packed with both hand-medowns and overstocked items (and yes, a few knock-offs here and there), are more than half a dozen stores featuring everything from Adidas sportswear for 6 JOD, towels and kids clothes for less than a salad at your local restaurant, and bargain havens for the economically savvy. If clothes or household items aren’t your cup of tea, however, a couple of gamer shops offer a

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Nearby Omar Bin Khattab St. is home to one of Jabal Amman’s coolest stores, the House of Fossils & Gems

NEED TO KNOW range of games for the PlayStation, Xbox, and Wii, and even the actual consoles if you’re looking for a different range in price. Search for the little details in Amman’s off-the-beaten-streets, and enjoy a cup of coffee and some fresh air in this area’s nearby public park, with an iconic view of East Amman. Or stop to appreciate the fact that some barbers still sport their vintage barber chairs, making it in life, one hair cut at a time.

One of these gaming stores even offers the opportunity to relax and hide away from the world on a comfy couch, with a flat screen TV and game of your choice!

Run by a passionate collector of fossils who transformed his hobby into a business, this cute store has an incredible selection of fossils, gemstones, and even huge geodes (a rock cavity lined with crystals or other mineral matter). Some of these items date back millions of years, and would make a beautiful addition to any home. Swing by the shop and gaze at its amazing, not to mention glittering, collection — we guarantee you won’t be disappointed — or call (079) 995 6560 for more.

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Shopping Web Instead of venturing out for some retail therapy, Go checked out the best online spots to bring shopping straight to your doorstep

uying online is fast becoming a trusted and viable shopping option, and why not? Offering convenience, practicality, extra choice, and more often than not better prices than traditional “brick-and-mortar” establishments, purchasing via the World Wide Web is the way forward. With a plethora of local Websites having sprung up recently, we are now spoilt for choice when buying with a click of a mouse or touch of a screen from the comfort of our seats.

Orange Bazaar

A recently locally founded e-shop, orangebazaar.com gives shoppers access to global apparel and accessory designers Think D&G, BCBG MaxAzaria, Kage, J Brand, Class by Roberto Cavalli, and Jojoba, all at reduced prices. Shoppers can choose to browse according to their item of clothing, designers, or trends making it easy to find that perfect little piece, for both men and women. The site even boasts a blog where the latest seasonal fashion trends are scrutinized to help fashionistas make the right style choices for them. www.orangebazaar.com We love: Their free shipping policy and that orders in Amman can be paid for with cash upon delivery, so no credit cards needed!

Eat Now

If you’re stuck in the office starving during your lunch break or at home too lazy to muster something up in the kitchen, then log on to eatnow.jo This Website makes it easier to order food from a wide range of restaurants — depending on your location — from fast food favorites like McDonalds and Chili Ways to more upscale joints such as The Ivy and The Lettuce & The Fish. A great benefit of ordering online is being able to see full descriptions and prices of each dish, which means no longer having to search drawers for long lost menus! www.eat-now.jo We love: The detailed bill you get when placing an order making it easy to prepare the correct cash before the delivery guy shows up.

Fustuq

This is the site for those who love a good deal Fustuq.com offers daily, weekly, and monthly deals at a minimum of half off the normal retail price. A vast range of products and services are on offer such as spa sessions, restaurant meals, hair treatments, magazine subscriptions, home furniture and accessories, artwork, 30 | APR. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

apparel, and fun family experiences. Sign up for their newsletter to have their tempting deals sent straight to your inbox. www.fustuq.com We love: Their “Exclusive Deals” which have included a Range Rover, a private flight, a complete wedding party package, and LED furniture.

Karasi

Jordan is quickly becoming home to plenty of concerts, theatrical plays, cultural events, and art festivals giving residents a great array of happenings to enjoy on a regular basis For time saving convenience and practicality, you can now log on to Karasi.com to purchase admission tickets to these great events. This Website’s easy system allows you to select the shows, choose the number

Travel Sheikh of tickets you want, and pay for them with a credit card; the tickets are then emailed to you where you can print them out at home and bring them with you to the occasion for admission. www.karasi.com We love: The option to subscribe to their newsletter to stay up-to-date on what local event tickets are currently being sold.

Internet Addict Check out these other great local and regional sites servicing Jordan for a fantastic range of shopping possibilities

www.ifood.jo A top food delivery Website.

www.khodarji.com For fruits and vegetables delivered to you.

This amazing travel booking Website site makes vacation shopping and planning a breeze Providing complete travel solutions — flights, hotels, car rentals, cruise bookings, and even show tickets — this locally founded site makes it easy to plan, book, and pay for your next getaway. If you’re not sure where to escape to during your annual leave, have no fear, TravelSheikh.com’s vacation wizard system makes it easy to find a trip to suit your budget, lifestyle, and interests. A family vacation to Bermuda, a romantic honeymoon in Italy, a weeklong break in Marrakesh, and so many more experiences can be planned here. www.travelsheikh.com We love: Their regular competitions to win vouchers that you can redeem on their site.

www.arabiaweddings.com A one-stop destination to plan for that big day.

www.markavip.com A membership-only designer products at lower prices site.

www.ananasa.com For artisanal apparel, accessories, & home ware. Scan Here for Website

www.thejoshop.com Jordanian made handicrafts, fashion, books, food, & more.

www.dojomma.com A MMA, Muay Thai, Boxing, & Jiu Jitsu gear e-store.

www.livingsocial.com For daily deals & discounts for local products & services.

NEED TO KNOW Have a brilliant idea for a Website that will change the online landscape? Then check out www.oasis500. com to bring your idea to life!

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Plug In, Rock On Go’s Rayah Al-Mashal logs onto the region’s first online music store, Feesheh.com, to check out what you need to get jamming

Sign up for Feesheh’s newsletter to learn about the stores continual updates and check out their “More” tab for gift cards, books, and much more!

Music Is

My Radar NEED TO KNOW

s the first online music store in the region, Feesheh.com brings music to your doorstep, literally. Meaning, “plug in,” in Arabic, Feesheh.com aims to be your hookup to the world of melodies, endorsing the music scene in the Middle East, and “creating a hub for aspiring musicians.” With a crazy selection of instruments, those pop star, rock star, or solo-concerto fantasies you’ve been harboring for years can finally be materialized. Whether you’re a drummer type, guitar type, classical music type, or even xylophone type, Feesheh. com has pretty much all you could ask for. And we’re not just talking about the normal run of the mill instruments here either. Think, the Alfred Stingl by Hofner Electric Violin, a Startone STS-75 Tenor Sax, or Oriental Iraqi Ouds — these

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Perfect Pitch

When you’re first learning to play an instrument or even sing, you have to learn to hit the right notes Very few people are lucky enough to have absolute or perfect pitch, so how can you know if you’re playing or singing in key? Enter: the Absolatido smartphone app. This awesome musical app records your voice or instrument sound and shows you the notes you’re singing or playing. So those who don’t yet read scores can immediately see if they’re playing the note at the right height. Get it today at www. absolatido.com!

instruments are as beautiful to look at, as they are to play. With a wide range of instruments and gear at competitive prices, Feesheh hits all the right notes when it comes to customer service. Plus, boasting a support center, free delivery, a cash on delivery payment option, and a return policy, what more could you want from an online music store? Make a wish list, fill up your cart online, and proceed to checkout to get your musical expression on. Not only is playing a musical instrument fun and rewarding, the benefits of learning to play music include stress relief, increasing comprehension, being part of a community, and understanding music theory, which is a language of its own. So get on to Feesheh. com and begin working out those creative muscle of yours!

Log on to www. facebook.com/ feesheh right now and enter into their awesome competition to win your very own Fender Squier guitar!

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Extend your music theory education and practice by signing up for a class to learn whatever instrument floats your boat Established in 1991 and a representative of Trinity Guildhall, Freddy for Music offers over 11 instrument specializations, as well as classes that center around singing, theory, and even ear-training. Qualified teachers will make sure to take you through the musical steps, regardless of your age and/or level. You can apply online or get in touch at (06) 592 0085. Visit www. freddyformusic. com for more information.

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Cooking with Beit Sitti One of the city’s most unique experiences, a session at Beit Sitti, is not to be missed

Situated in one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, Beit Sitti (Arabic for, “my grandmother’s house”), invites you to come and experience true Jordanian culture by learning how to cook a four-course Arabic meal taught by an elderly lady with over 25 years experience cooking traditional dishes. Once prepared, sit down and feast on the fruits of your labor while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Citadel and Old Amman.

What’s Cooking?

April @ Beit Sitti

Because the dishes at Beit Sitti are always prepared according to seasonality, spring brings a new selection of fresh produce to be enjoyed. This means a wider range of dishes to cook and eat! With spring also comes warmer weather, so Beit Sitti is now offering classes outside on their terrace to take advantage of the fantastic views. Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor cooking at Beit Sitti you have the option of choosing between morning, lunch, and dinner sessions. During morning sessions you get to take part in preparing traditional Arabic breakfast dishes including

NEED TO KNOW Reservations have to be made prior to session at Beit Sitti. Reserve by calling (077) 755 7744 or (079) 563 3868.

(but not limited to), galayet bandoora, fattet hummus, manaeesh, foul, and falafel. For lunch and dinner sessions, you get to pick one item from a range of mezze, salads, main courses and desserts. Beit Sitti also caters to couples looking to spend a private session together, large groups looking for something different, as well as corporate retreats. Companies can bring their employees here to learn how to cook, while engaging them in entertaining, teambuilding activities. Grab a group of your friends, or email info@beitsittijo.com to get paired up with a group, and get cooking today!

Professional Cooking Learn how to cook like a pro with Beit Sitti’s Basic Cooking Methods course. Courses include... Stocks & sauces, with a concentration on fish, meat, chicken, and pasta.

When reserving lessons at Beit Sitti, these are just some of the dishes you can learn how to cook: Maaloubeh: Rice dish with meat and cauliflower Fattet Jaj: Rice, bread, chicken, and garlic yogurt Jaj Mahshi: Stuffed chicken Wara ou kousa: Stuffed grape leaves and stuffed zucchini Mujadara: Lentil and rice dish topped with fried onions Musakhan: Chicken and onion with sumac on shrak bread Knafeh: Sweet made with vermicelli and cheese Um Ali: Sweet bread pudding #16, Mohammad Ali Al Sa’di St., Jabal Weibdeh (077) 755 7744 www.beitsittijo.com Scan Here for Website

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April Shopping News

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Double Your Cool Swatch has ten hot new designs that make for high impact style statements

en new Lady Originals watches have been unleashed by Swatch. Created in a selection of ultraconfident shades — sure to suit any mood — and featuring distinctive double-length tour straps, these designs embody the feisty and fashion-forward spirit of this iconic Swiss watchmaker. The Lady Collection for 2012 offers a contrast to the pastel hues used in last year’s line. Colors this time are eye-popping brights including green, pink, yellow, blue, and red. Plus, the strap is double in length, which means it can be wrapped twice around the wrist creating a striking style statement. Head to Swatch, Princess Taghrid Moh’d St., Sweifieh, or call (06) 585 6678.

Cheese Please!

Ice Cream Sandwich

Get the Android 4.0 — or Ice Cream Sandwich — software upgrade for Samsung’s Galaxy S II!

Prestigious Master Cheese Affineur, Romain Olivier, is coming to Radisson Blu Tala Bay The Philippe Olivier Fromagerie is one of the most famous cheese shops in all of France. It’s a family-run concern that specializes in the ripening of cheeses. So wherever you are dining out in the world, you may well be eating one of Mr. Olivier’s 300 cheese offerings! From 1 to 7 April the Radisson Blu Tala Bay will be hosting a French Food Festival celebrating these delicacies. For details, call (03) 209 0777.

Easter Treats PAUL Bakery & Restaurant will be offering a Charlotte au chocolat for this year’s Easter celebrations

This is an Android 4.0 ICS software upgrade for Galaxy Note, Galaxy SII LTE, Galaxy R, Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus, 7.7, 8.9, and 10.1 will follow soon. Samsung will also offer Android 2.3 Gingerbread firmware upgrades for Galaxy S, Galaxy Tab 7”, Galaxy S Plus, Galaxy S SCL (Super Clear LCD), and Galaxy W. The firmware upgrades for Galaxy S, for example, include Face Unlock, Snapshot, Photo Editor, and others. For more information, visit www.samsung.com.

Magic Carpet Philadelphia Skateboards’ new ride ombining different elements from “Arabia,” such as, “the sweaty shawarma guy,” “knafeh,” “camel,” and, “magic lamp,” Philadelphia Skateboards’ awesome new deck Magic Carpet — designed by Lutfi Zayed — is the latest addition to this local skateboard company’s collection. Get your hands on it now by swinging by the Jo Bedu store (10 Baouniyyeh St., Jabal Weibdeh), and ride hard!

The cake has an outer layer of lady finger biscuits, a base of vanilla sponge, and is filled with a dark chocolate mousse. Exquisitely decorated with milk chocolate curls, miniature chocolate eggs, and marzipan hen shapes this cake is a perfect family treat — and not just for the taste buds, but also for the eyes! PAUL’s Easter cake is available in two sizes — for 4 to 6 people and for 8 to 10 people — and will be available at all PAUL outlets from 6 to 15 April 2012. To avoid disappointment, pre-ordering is recommended! Head to PAUL, Saed Abdo Shammout St., Abdoun, or call (06) 593 9123 to reserve your cake.

Calling 911!

The new 911 Carrera and Carrera S Coupé have arrived at Porsche Centre Jordan, Nuqul Automotive

ighly anticipated by sports car aficionados and now available in its seventh generation, this iconic car has undergone a complete re-design. The 911 Carrera now features a flatter, stretched silhouette, exciting contours, and precisely designed details. Its wheelbase is 100mm longer, sits lower to the ground, and offers even better handling dynamics. Offering a top speed of 289 km/h for the standard version, it’s the first passenger 34 | APR. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

car in the world to feature seven-speed manual transmission. It’s also the first sports car equipped with an auto start/ stop function, electro-mechanical power steering, and a new “coasting function,” in vehicles equipped with the Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK). To see this wondrous ride for yourself, head to the Porsche Nuqul Automotive showroom (Saleh Al Smadi St., Wadi Al Seer) or call (06) 580 3911 for details.

NEED TO KNOW

From the Earth has launched their new Website! Head to www. ftehome.com and browse their handmade products, which you can buy online or from their showroom in Bayader.

AppArel

American Eagles Outfitters, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, (079) 712 5303 Adidas Originals, Al Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 6034, www.adidas.com Aizone, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 582 37 24, www.ashti.com Avanti, Zara Center, Arar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 464 3305, www.impac.com.jo BCBG/MAXAZRIA, Zara Center, Arar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 4620312, www.bcbg.com Biba Boutique, Kurdi Complex, Fawzi Al Mughrabi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0405 Boss, Al Khair Building, Sharif Naser bin Jamil St., (06) 569 2595, www.boss.com Champions Sportswear, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 1065 Diesel, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, (079) 995 0882 Ermenegildo Zegna, Zara Center, Arar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 464 3305 www.zegna.com Etam, Wakalat St., Sweifieh (06) 582 8696, www.etam.com Farah Shop, Um Uthaina, (06) 553 8061 Fiordelli, Le Royal, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, (06) 460 3000, www.fiordelli.com Forever 21, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 553 7231, www.forever21.com For the Love of Vintage, 17 Ahmad Al Arousi St., Abdoun, (0)79 828 0000 Gap, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 585 5408, www.gap.com Go Sport, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 582 0965 H&M, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, (0) 79 712 5307 Jo Bedu, Baouniyyeh St., Jabal Weibdeh, (06) 461 8144, www.jo-bedu.com Karen Millen, Fountain Plaza, Abdel Rahim Haj-Mohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 3952, www.karenmillen.com Kenny, #18 Astra Building, Islamic College St., (06) 461 0100, www.kennyboutique.com Lavin, Al Khair Building, Sharif Naser bin Jamil St., (06) 566 2444, www.lavin.com The Lingerie Shop, Abdoun, (06) 592 7994 Mango, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 1349, www.mango.com Massimo Dutti, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 8227, www.massimodutti.com Maxmara, Building No. 30, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 0601, www.maxmara.com Mlabbas, City Mall, Mecca St., (06) 585 2448 OBA Boutique, 17 Ahmad Al Arousi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0715 Pinkdust, 17 Ahmad Al Arousi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 1401 Philosophi, 17 Ahmad Al Arousi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0240 Pull&Bear, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 6501 Reebok, City Mal, King Abdullah II St., (06) 581 9178, www.reebok.com Scruples, Cairo St., Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 3490 Vibes, Nakhwa Center, Zein Al Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 593 0149 Zara, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 2776, www.zara.com Zay, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 8818

Appliances & Electronics

AEG, Mecca St., (06) 552 7640, www.aeg. com, www.al-kattan.com Bang & Olufsen, Thaqafa St., Shmesani, (06) 562 7317, www.bangolufsen.com Blinx, Avenue Mall, Sweifieh, (06) 585 2543, www.blinx.jo Bose, Fountain Plaza, Abdel Rahim HajMohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 9404, www.bose.com E-Mart Electronics, Sameh Mall, Madina Al Munawarah St., (06) 550 5500 Golden Mobile, King Abdullah II Ibn Hussein St., (06) 586 3369, www.goldenmobile.com.jo Isystems, Foutain Plaza, Abdel Rahim HajMohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 9504 Leaders Center, King Abdullah II St., (06) 533 3332 LG, Mecca St., (06) 556 0626, www.lg.com Mabco, 3rd Circle, (06) 464 7666, www. mabco.com.jo 36 | APR. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

Multi Vision, Madina Al Munawarah St., (06) 554 2902 PC Zone, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 556 1766, www.pczonejo.com Smart Buy, Al Sahel Avenue, 7th Circle, Sweifieh, (06) 580 9999 Tele Link, Abu Al-Suod Building, Abdel Hameed Sharaf St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7744, www.telelink.com.jo Universal Kitchen, Building No. 250, Mecca St., (06) 553 0200, www.uniersal-kitchen.com

Art Galleries

Shop Listings

Aroussi St., Abdoun, (06) 5922890 Sugar Daddy’s, Kurdi Center, Abdoun, (06) 593 3032 Tender Loving Corn, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 7667 Zalatimo, near American Embassy, Abdoun, (06) 565 6026

Florists & Plant Shops

Alissar Flowers, Mazen Seedo Al Kurdi St., Abdoun, (06) 531 0556, www.alissarflowers. com Bloomz of Heaven, King Abdullah II St., (06) 553 1001 Cacti, Queen Zain Al Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 592 2702 Lily, Zain Abdoun Commercial Complex, Abdoun, (06) 5923620 Shams Gardens, Fawzi Al Qawooqji St., (06) 593 3457 Wardati, Abdoun, (06) 592 2442

Adasat Studios, Jabal Weibdeh, www. adasatstudios.com Art Matters, 47 Sulaiman Al Nabulsi St., Abdali, (06) 565 6326 Broadway Gallery, Salah Toukan St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 0280, www.broadwaygallery.com Darat Al Funun, The Khalid Shoman Foundation, Jabal Weibdah, (06) 464 3251 Furniture & Home Accessories Dar Al-Anda, Dhirar Bin Al-Azwar St., Jabal ACE, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 582 2224 Weibdah, (06) 462 9599, www.daralanda. Armani Casa, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 569 3031, com www.armani.com Foresight Art Gallery, Ibn Al Roumi Street, A Piece of Africa, Zara Center, Wadi Saqra Um Uthaina. (06) 556 0080, www. St., (06) 462 6364 foresightartgallery.com NEED TO Bashiti Hardware, T’la Al Jacaranda Images, Omar KNOW Ali, (06) 535 0009, www. Bin Al Khattah St., 1st bashitistores.com Jordan’s Circle, Jabal Amman, Darwazeh Living, 244 own famed jewelry (06) 464 4050, www. Wadi Saqra St., (06) 566 designer, Lama Hourani, jacarandaimages.com 6054 has been named a Young Love On A Bike, Everything Kitchen, Global Leader at the Mu’thaa Bin Jabal Ahmad Al Aroussi St., World Economic Forum! To St., 1st Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 3443 check out her beautiful Jabal Amman, (06) Exclusive Home, Al collection, visit www. 461 4288, www. Husseini Complex, Mecca lamahourani.com. loveonabike.com St., (06) 556 1300 Nabad Art Gallery, Gizmos, 17 Ahmad Al Aroussi Uthman Bin Affan St., 1st St., (0) 79 686 1247 Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) Home and Garden, Queen Zain Il 465 5084 Orient Gallery, Issam Ajlouni St., Shmesani, Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 593 4858 Home and Home,Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) (06) 568 1303, www.orientgallery.net 586 2622, www.homeandhome.com.jo Orfali Art Gallery, Kufa St., Um Uthaina, Home Center, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) (06) 5526932, www.orfali.net 554 1711, Silsal, between 4th and 5th circles, (06) In-Design, Mecca St., (06) 586 3475 593 1128 The Studio, Prince Mohammed St., Bldg. 89, The Linen Closet, Hassan Barkawi St., North Abdoun, (06) 593 4504 Downtown, (06) 464 6367, Midas, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 586 www.thestudio-jo.com Zara Gallery, Grand Hyatt Amman, 3rd Circle, 6183, www.midasfurniture.com The One, Zara Center, Wadi Saqra St., (06) (06) 465 1433, www.zaragallery.org 462 0305, www.theone.com Rattan House, Abdullah Ghosheh St, (06) Books, movies, & Music 402 0789 B@C in Abdoun, Fawzi Al Kawakji St., Abdoun, Vanlian, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufit St., (06) 592 3036 (06) 581 3647 Books@Cafe, Omar Ibn El Khattab St., Jabal Zara Home, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) Amman, (06) 465 0457 550 2779, www.zara.com The Good Book Shop, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 3939 Handbags & Shoes Hakawati, Mecca St., (06) 556 1466 Aldo, Hamra St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 3972, Jordan Book Center, Queen Rania Al Abdallah www.aldo.com St., Al-Jubeiha, (06) 515 1882 Chic Boutique, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti Philadelphia Book Gallery, Al-Shahid Wasfi St., Sweifieh, (06) 300 5000 Al-Tall St., Tla’ Al Ali, (06) 551 5861 Clarks, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 582 Prime Bookstore, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al 5054, www.clarks.com Mufti St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 1204 Geox, City Mall, King Abudllah II St., (06) 582 Prime Megastore, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 1727, www.geox.com 556 0313, www.primemegastore.com Kipling, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) Readers, Cozmo Center, Al Sahel Ave., 7th 585 4338 Circle, (06) 582 8488 Longcamp, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., Titles, off Fawzi Al Kawakji St., Abdoun, (06) Sweifieh, (06) 581 8998 592 4130 Nine West, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) Virgin Megastore, City Mall, Al Madinah 581 1466, www.ninewest.com Al-Tybieh St., (06) 5502787 Scholl, Al-Shahid Wasfi Al-Tall St., Tla’ Al Ali, (0) 79 533 5000, www.scholl.com Edibles Steve Madden, City Mall, King Abdullah St., Bateel, Kurdi Center, Abdoun, (06) 593 www.stevemadden.com 4431, www.bateel.ae The Cake Shop, Zain El Sharaf St., Abdoun, Jewelry & Watches (06) 592 5295 Abu-Shakra, Luxuria Building, near Abdoun The Cakery, Hasan Al Barqawi St., Deir Mall, Abdoun, www.abushakra.com Ghbar, (0) 77 716 1717 Barakat Jewelery, Iritirea St., Um Uthaina, Jeff De Bruges, Cairo St., Abdoun, (06) 590 (06) 552 0300 3346, www.jeff-de-bruges.com Bulgari, Um Uthaina Vista, Iritirea St., Um Jelly Belly, Abdel Rahim Haj-Mohammed St., Uthaina, (06) 553 0319 Sweifieh, (06) 581 6531 Carati, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., Patchi, Ali Nasouh Al Taher St., Sweifieh, (06) Sweifieh, (06) 581 8305 586 4907 Imseeh Jewelry, Shat Al-Arab St., Suzy Q’s Gifts & Chocolate, 17 Ahmad Al

Um Uthaina, (06) 551 1120, www. imseehjewelry.com Kayali Jewelry, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 5726, www.kayalijewelry.com Kurdi Jewelry, Shat Al-Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 0101 Mouawad Jewelry, Um Uthaina Vista, Iritirea St., Um Uthaina, (06) 556 3891, www. mouawad.com Nadia Dajani, Intercontinental Hotel, between 2nd and 3rd Circles, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 2272 Over the Rainbow, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 3248 Shawkat Shami, Um Uthaina, (06) 553 4901 Stone, Ahmad Al Aroussi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 7454 Swatch, Princess Taghrid Mohammed St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 6678 Swarovski, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9197 Tiffany & Co., Grand Hyatt, Al Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 462 2311 Time Center, Um Uthaina Vista, Iritirea St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 2216, www.timecenter.jo

Kids

BabyShop, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 416 6500 Early Learning Center, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, (0) 79 885 5998 Hamleys, Al-Hjaz Building, Mecca St. (06) 551 5020, www.hamleys.com Hana’s Kids’ Furniture, 7th Circle next to Safeway, (0) 79 727 0353 Matalan, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., Sweifieh, (06) 582 2300 Minimee, Fawzi Al Qawooqji St., Abdoun, (06) 593 2082 Mothercare, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 581 6934 Okaidi, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 1907 Sergent Major, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 586 6906 Tot Care, Mecca St., Mecca Mall, (06) 556 0724 Tape a L’oeil, City Mall, Mecca St., (06) 586 5349 Zara Kids, City Mall, Mecca St., (06) 550 2785

Malls

Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., (06) 580 8888, www.albarakamall.com City Mall, Al Madinah Al-Tybieh St., (06) 586 8500, www.citymall.jo Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 552 7932, www. meccamall.jo Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim Bin Al Hussein St., (06) 592 1122 Zara Center, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 463 7315

Perfume & Cosmetics

ABC Dept. Stores, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., (06) 582 5191 Abu Shakra, Abdoun Mall, Umaween St., Abdoun, (06) 592 8060 Bath & Body Works, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, (0) 79 712 5315 The Body Shop, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 581 9258, www.thebodyshop.com Crab Tree & Evelyn, Al Baraka Mall, Sa’eed Al Mufti St., (06) 581 8286 Faces, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 585 6213 MAC, City Mall, (06) 550 2824 Make-up Forever, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, (06) 554 8790 The Soap House, Yousef Asfour St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3953 Vavavoom, City Mall, Mecca St., (06) 550 2826 Victoria’s Secret, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, (0) 79 712 5312

Supermarkets

Carrefour, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 550 5800, www.carrefour.com Cozmo, Al Sahel Avenue, 7th Circle, Sweifieh, (06) 551 0240, www.cozmocentre.com Miles, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 585 3444 Safeway, 7th Circle, (06) 568 5311, www. safeway.com.jo Spinneys, Taj Lifestyle, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun, www.spinneys-jordan.com

Yoga in JOrdan

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Go sat down with Yoga in Jordan to talk about how they began their amazing outdoor yoga retreats which occur in beautiful spots all across the country

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Benefits of Yoga

What began as a collaboration between a doctor, a Bedouin called Salem, who gave them a free a physiotherapist, a designer, and some rockride to the visitor’s center and offered his camp climbing instructors who all share a passion for for them to stay in overnight, led them to find yoga and nature, Yoga in Jordan has developed exactly what they were looking for. Salem’s into a popular enterprise now occurring on a camp was located right by a small bridge with monthly basis with the participation of people solid and very flat rock, perfect for practicing from all walks of life. yoga. Thus the pieces of the puzzle all came In 2010, Ivan — a Russian exchange student willingly together. — and Toshi — a Japanese physiotherapist — Eventually, Ivan met Sushi, an adept met in Jordan after Toshi found himself stuck Jordanian rock-climber and designer who added in the country when he came over to renew his his knowledge and expertise to the group. Thanks visa while volunteering in Palestine. Both were to his influence, Yoga in Jordan’s outings would hooked on yoga and after struggling to find what also begin to include slacklining — a practice they consider a decent yoga studio in Amman, in balance that uses nylon webbing tensioned they were toying with the idea of travelling between two anchor points. Together the group all the way to India to practice yoga in one of of four would go on to organize a retreat in the the country’s many ashrams. However, after RSCN’s Dana Nature Reserve as well as one at doing their research and finding that option too the RSCN’s Mujib Chalets by the Dead Sea. expensive, they found a way to bring a masterful What they consider to be more of a hobby Indian yoga teacher to Jordan instead! than an actual business, Yoga in Jordan has been Because of Wadi Rum’s breathtaking natural steadily gaining in popularity among Jordan’s beauty, Ivan and Toshi believed that this would residents who are interested in trying something be the perfect spot to practice yoga, so after new, regardless of whether they already practice spreading the word and finding plenty of people yoga or not. These trips offer a great way to see who wanted to participate in this event, planning the country’s natural beauty — be it in Wadi for the first Yoga in Jordan workshop was Rum, the Dead Sea, Dana, the Ma’in valley or underway. As fate would have it, Ivan and Toshi Ajloun — while meeting an array of people with then met Alex, a fantastic yoga teacher based similar interests, and taking part in twice a day in our capital, who proceeded to get on board yoga sessions, as well as other activities, such and help with the organizing of this trip. The as hiking, kiting, sand surfing, and more. In the growing group found the yogi they wanted to end, what Ivan, Toshi, and the rest of the brains bring to Jordan in the form of Jayakumar behind Yoga in Jordan are going for is an NEED TO escape from the city to unwind, while Swamysree, a man who has KNOW been practicing and teaching yoga practicing yoga and enjoying nature. The yoga you for 30 years all around the world. If this sounds like just what practice during Yoga So now all that was left was to find you need, then sign up for Yoga in in Jordan’s retreats depends on the group’s the exact location for the retreat in Jordan’s next retreat! From 5 to 7 level, but is an eclectic the vast expanses of Wadi Rum. April, they’ll be heading to Wadi mix of ashtanga, vinyasa yoga, partner yoga, and In January 2011, the team made Rum and on 27 and 28 April their laughter yoga. their way down to Rum to find their workshop will take place in Mujib. perfect spot. A chance meeting with Sign up today and you’ll be sure to enjoy an unforgettable and uplifting experience. 1. Stress Relief Yoga can help reduce the effects of stress on your body. One of the benefits of yoga is that it encourages relaxation and can lower the amount of cortisol in your body.

2. Pain Relief Daily exercises of yoga can help ease the aches and pains of the body. Many people with very serious diseases have reported less pain after daily asana exercises or meditation.

3. Better Breathing You will learn to take deeper, slower breaths with yoga. It will help to increase your lung function and set off the body’s relaxation response.

4. Flexibility You will notice your level of flexibility will increase, which will help with your range of motion. This will include lengthening the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in your body.

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5. Increased Strength Yoga poses use all your body’s muscles and help increase your strength from head to toe. You will strengthen muscles close to the bones, increasing the support of your skeletal system.

6. Weight Management Practicing yoga will also begin to affect your scale. Yoga helps reduce the level of cortisol in your body aiding in weight loss and fat burning.

7. Improved Circulation Yoga will help improve your body’s circulation, which in turn means lowered blood pressure and pulse rates.

8. Cardiovascular Conditioning All forms of yoga help to lower your resting heart rate and increase your overall endurance. You’ll even improve the amount of oxygen taken in by your body.

9. Focus on the Present You can have greater coordination, memory skills, reaction times, and improved concentration skills by utilizing yoga for daily exercises.

10. Inner Peace This is one of the primary reasons that people practice yoga daily. What more could you want?

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Tuning Into

Your Brain Go’s Rayah Al-Mashal sat down with ThetaHealing® Guru Ayman Olabi for a paradigm shift in awareness

I remember the first time I heard the words, “ThetaHealing.” I was at Casper & Gambini’s and couldn’t help but overhear this man deep in conversation with a woman, a talk which almost seemed aimed at me. At first I tried to be polite and mind my own business, but the more I heard, the less I was able to resist joining in. I believe it was fate that I was at that table, on that day, to cross paths with that person. Yes, your first reaction may be to reject any of those “new age” philosophies on energy, life, and creation. But you don’t have to give up what you believe in to explore these ideas a little — by keeping an open mind, you can have the opportunity to take from it what you will, leave what you want, and who knows? Maybe it might help. ThetaHealing® is an advanced healing modality utilizing quantum physics that enables you to access the purest form of Energy. This selfhelp technique allows for resolution and wellness on all levels: mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. ThetaHealing® teaches you how to focus your thoughts in a meditative, “theta brainwave state,” to reprogram your subconscious beliefs using the Energy of Creation and Love. The ThetaHealing® technique empowers you with the ability to remove and reprogram your negative beliefs, feelings, and thoughts and replace them with positive and beneficial ones — thereby shifting your perception to give you greater awareness. Taking the risk to introduce a new perspective, and encouraging those around him to think differently, Ayman Olabi, a ThetaHealing® Master, Instructor, Practitioner, and Clinical Hypnotherapist, brought ThetaHealing® to Amman. He’s helping people address their core

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selves with a different state of mind, allowing one to move from a fearbased system to a love-based system, to embrace life’s opportunities. ThetaHealing® techniques are used to “teach” your subconscious to shift and reprogram underlying “programs” in your mind that cause unhappiness, stress, illness, and limitations. It’s quick and quantifiably measurable through a muscle testing method — a form of kinesiology. ThetaHealing® is for people who are looking for answers in their lives. It is about becoming more aware of yourself, what your core beliefs are, and connecting with the greater energy of, “All That Is,”

to change yourself for the better using the power of theta brainwaves. As someone who knew that the answers lay within one’s own self, Ayman’s pursuit of spirituality and the metaphysical took him on a journey all over the world, from New York to Dubai, India, Nepal, and now Amman. So NEED TO why not venture into new KNOW possibilities and try the unconventional? Join an ® events awareness talk, take a andThetaHealing talks are always going on, so get on the SMS list “Basic DNA” course, messaging Ayman, and or even request a one- bycheck out his Website! on-one session with Ayman to learn to better understand yourself.

Theta brain waves occur during, REM sleep (when you dream), hypnosis, lucid dreaming, and the barely conscious state just before sleeping and just after waking According to Ayman Olabi, “Theta is the border between the conscious and the subconscious world, and by learning to use our conscious waking theta brain waves, we can access and influence the powerful subconscious part of ourselves that is normally inaccessible to our waking minds. While in the Theta State, the mind is capable of deep and profound learning, healing, and growth — it is the state where our minds can connect to the Divine and manifest changes in the material world.”

HEALTHY Clinics

FIDIC (The First Dental Implant Center), Biomedix, 50 Queen Zain Al Sharaf St., Shmeisani, (06) 569 9770, www.fidic-jo. Abdoun, (06) 593 9497 com Dr. Na’el Abazza, 5th Circle, Al Jumean Dr. Hisham Bustani, Dental Care Clinics, Building (06) 593 4425 Shmeisani, (06) 560 4602 Dr. Midhat Abdelmalik, Dr. Moh’d Al Dr. Hussam Sleiby- Dental & Oral Surgery Basheer St., Shmeisani, (06) 568 9814, Clinic, Suleiman Al Hadeed St., 5th Circle, www.derma-jo.info (06) 593 0015 Dr. Haytham Abdul Hadi, Ameer Hamza St., Dr. Ibrahim Nashashibi Dental Center, 7th Jabal Amman, (06) 464 0040 Circle, (06) 581 2393 Dr. Ibrahim Abu Ata, Al Khaldi St., Al Khaldi, Jordan Dental Center, Gardens St., T’la Al (06) 463 0333, Ali, (06) 553 8261 Dr. Amr Amr, Al Bader Medical Center, 5th Jordan German Dental Implant Center, Circle, (06) 592 1101 Mecca St., (06) 582 3345, www.JGDCDr. Mohammad Al Baghal , Building No. 46, dental.com Al Khaldi St., 4th Circle, (06) 464 6625 Jumeira Dental Clinics, Madina Munawara Dr. Sae’d Al Barghouty, Hazza’ Al Majali St., St., (06) 556 3710 Jabal Amman, (06) 464 3133 Al Khalidi Specilized Dental Center, Bin Battikhi Specialized Clinics, Mustafa Khaldoun St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4281, Khalifeh Street, 3rd Circle, (06) 464 7253 www.kmc.jo Caviar Medical Center, Khald Bin Al Walid Al Massi Dental Implant Center, Queen Street, Jabal Al Hussein, (06) 566 6209, Rania St., (06) 535 0669 www.active-caviar.com Musa Clinics, Mecca St., (06) 552 3678 Dr. Nayef Al Dibes, Abu Hassan AL Ashari Dr. Nabil Asfour, Al Zohla St., 5th Circle, (06) St., (06) 567 0499 592 3250 NEED TO Karmalite Medical Esthetic, Dr. Samer Sunaa Clinic, 26 Na'eb Imran Al Ma'aytah St., Mohammed Ali Janah St., KNOW Sweifieh, (06) 586 8024, Abdoun, (06) 593 6677 Check out www.karmalite.com Dr. Thamer Smile Studio, Physiomedic if you’re Dr. Khalil Ghosheh, Zeid 219 Madina Munawara recovering from injury, Bin Harethah St., Jabal St, Tla’l Ali, (06) 556 looking to eliminate physical Amman, (06) 464 2190 3811 pain, trying to overcome the Dr. Jareer Halazon, Panorama Dental repercussions of surgery, or Queen Noor St., Jordan simply wanting the tools to Center, Princess lead a healthy lifestyle. Call Hospital, (06) 568 4450 Taghrid Mohammed St., (06) 593 3114 or visit Dr. Nidal Hamad, Zahran Sweifieh, (06) 593 9991 physiomedic.net for St., 5th Circle, Jabal Al Saoudi Al Tebbi, more. Amman, (06) 592 0202 Suleiman AL Hadeed St., Dr. Hadi Abu Hantash, Al 5th Circle, (06) 592 6663 Sharq St., Jabal Amman, Healthy Eating (06)464 4707 Atkins: United Nutritions, Mecca St., (06) Dr. Fawzi Abu Hmeidar, Speciality 588 5449, unitednutritions.com Hospital, Shmeisani, (06) 565 2501, www. Live’ly, 11th Floor Emaar Towers, Zahran speciality-hospital.com Dr. Khaldoun Jayousi, Bin Khaldoun St., 4th St., (06) 551 5771 DNI Nutrition Center, off of Wakalat St., Circle, (06) 465 0666 Dr. Faris Jumean, Abdullah Ghosheh St., (06) Sweifieh, (06) 585 1188 Eman Hamarneh Nutrition Center, off of 585 3525 Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (0) 79 561 1470 Dr. Shireen Jweiber, Shmeisani, (06) 569 Nutrition Zone, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 5159 Dr. Zaher Al-Kaseeh, Al Khaldi St., 4th Circle, 586 8707, nutritionzoneltd.com The Fitness Clinic, Thee Al Qeidah St. off (06) 464 1901 Mecca St., (0) 79 556 6861 Dr. Zaid Kilani, Farah Hospital, 3rd Circle, (06) 460 3555 Dr. Taroob Khoury, Layla Al Khaylaeyeh St., Hospitals Abdul Hadi Eye Hospital Shmeisani, (06) 567 8909 Jabal Amman, Abu Firas Al Hamadani St., Laser Care Center, Bin Khaldoun St., 3rd (06) 462 7628, www.ahhospital.com Circle, (06) 463 3956, lasercareclinic.com Al Amal Center, University St., (06) 535 Dr. Ibrahim Mashini, 4th Circle, (06) 593 3000, www.khcc.jo 1755 Al Amal Maternity Hospital, Jabal Dr. Mute’e Mehyar, Sakinah St., Jabal Al Hussein, (06) 567 3155, www. Amman, (06) 560 3030 alamalhospital.com Dr. Alia Nsour, Al Nasser Building, Jabal Amman Surgical Hospital, Jabal Amman, Amman, (06) 464 2377 Dr. Lina Qaddoumi, 6th Circle, (06) 553 5997 3rd Circle, (06) 464 1261 Arab Medical Center, 5th Circle, (06) 592 Dr. Zuhair Al Qasas, Main Street, Wadi Al 1199, www.amc-hospital.com Seer, Bayader, (06) 582 1801 Al Esraa Hospital, University St., (06) 530 Dr. Iyad Reyahi, Building No. 16, 8th Circle, 0300, www.esraahospital.com (06) 586 5290 Farah Hospital, Jabal Amman Mai Zeyadah Dr. Mahmoud Abu Shaban, Zahran St., 5th St., (06) 464 4440, www.farah-hospital.org Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 592 1020 Ibn-Al Haytham Hospital, Musa Al Saket St., Dr. Hameidah Shaheen, Bin Khaldoun St., (06) 520 5555 Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1212 Dr. Ramzi Tabbalat, Abdullah Akkad St., 1st Istishari Hospital, Al Kindi St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 500 1000, www.istisharihospital.com Circle, (06) 465 5562 Jabal Amman Hospital, Al Mutanabi St., 4th Dr. Yousef Salameh, Al Madina Al Circle, (06) 464 2362 Monawara St., (06) 562 1307 Jordan Hospital, Queen Nour St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 8080, www.jordan-hospital.com Dentists Al Ahli Dental Center, Queen Rania St., (06) Al Khaldi Medical Center, Bin Khaldoun St., 4th Circle, (06) 464 4281, www.kmc.jo 516 8787 Jordan Red Crescent Hospital, Prince Al Alsalem Dental Clinic, Alsalfa Building Hassan St., Al Ashrafiyeh, (06) 477 3141 opposite Jordan Hospital, (06) 566 4432 Jordanian University Hospital, Queen Dental Spa Clinic, Al Madinah Al Rania Al Abdullah St., Al Jubaiha, (06) 535 Munawwara St., Um Uthaina, (06) 556 3444, www.ju.edu.jo 0043 Al Rashid Hospital, Irbid, (02) 710 0890 Esthetic Dental Center, Khaled Bin Specialty Hospital, Jaber Bin Hayyan St., Alwaleed St., (06) 566 1802 Shmeisani, (06) 500 1111 42 | APR. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

laboratories

Abdoun Biolab Clinics, 15 Suleiman Hadidi St., 5th Circle, (06) 593 7376 Hanania Medical Center, 13 Khalil Maz'al St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 4385 Medlabs, Al Nasser Medical Complex behind Farah Hospital, Jabal Amman, (06) 461 0553

Natural Treatments

The Art of Living Foundation, 6 May Ziadah St., 4th Circle, (0) 79 660 6746, www. artofliving.org Abdoun Physiotherapy, Al Bader Medical Center, 5th Circle, (06) 592 4005, clients. johealth.com Dr. Yang, Abdoun, (06) 592 4028 Dina Slim Center, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun, (06) 592 1037, www.dinaslimcentre.com Physio Medic For Physiotherapy, off of Princess Basma St., 5th Circle, Abdoun, (06) 593 3114, physiomedic.net

Opticians

Al Khalidi Vision Correction Center, Ben Khaldoun St., Jabal Amman, (06) 464 4281, Optikos Shami, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 586 6969, www.optikosshami. com Sharif Eye Center, 4th Circle, (06) 464 4066, www.sharifeyecenter.com

Pharmacies

Abu Sheikha Drug Store, Akef Al Fayez St., Daheyat Al Rasheed, (06) 516 2971, www. abusheikha.com Amin Shqair Drug Store, Khaleel Al Salem St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 550 2997 Arabian Drug Store, Prince Talal St., Downtown, (06) 462 4051 Bayer Drug Store, Hikmat Center, Al Abdali, (06) 562 1030 Dar al Dawa, Al Rabiyah, Siqilia St., (06) 553 9176, www.dadgroup.com Ferring, Medina Munawara St., (06) 550 1011, www.ferringme.com Hikma Drug Store, Ahmad Al Nsour St., Al Bayader, (06) 585 9442 Husam Nimer Drug Store, (06)5519803 Jordan Drug Store, Isam Al Ajlouni St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 5125, www.jdsco.net Medica Drug Store, Al Vasram St., 5th Circle, (06) 551 6800 Nabih Nabulsi Drug Store, Shaker Ben Zaid St., (06) 569 1681, Nader Group, Al Lozi St., Mokabaleen, (06) 420 0191, www.nadergroup.com Pharmacy One, King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 3026, www.pharmacy-1.com Rawafi Drug Stores, Gardens St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 551 9380 Rawhi Drug Store, Queen Zain Al Sharaf St., Abdoun, (06) 592 9599 Telegraph Drug Store, King Abdullah 2nd St., (06) 541 1599 Trust Drug Store, Sport St., Al Arjan, (06) 568 0955, www.trust-ds.com

Salons/Barbers

Aboud Salon, King Faisal Bin Abd Al Azeez St., 6th Circle, (06) 552 0181 Anis Beauty Center, Al Farrad St., Um Uthaina, (06) 553 5717 Ashraf Co. (Mavala,Poupa), Hussein Snobar St., Wadi Al Seer, (06) 585 8005, Avan, Fawzi Al Mouhrabi St., Abdoun, (0) 77 733 2740 Ayman Shatara, (06) 582 1270 La Cure, Queen Noor St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 4721, www.shoplacure.com Daisy, Sa’ad Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0686 Emad Bazzi, Abdoun Circle, Building No. 20, (06) 593 4762, www.emadbazzi.com.jo Essentials, Prince Hashim St., Abdoun Circle, (06) 593 5555, www.essentialsamman.com Elixir, Paris St., 7th Circle, (06) 585 5723, Fatenah Salon, Mecca St., (06) 551 2006

Listings Fuad Salon, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (079) 559 1020 Haidar Salon, Omran AL Ma’aytah St., Deir Ghbar, (06) 581 1344 Hammoudeh Salon, Abdoun, (06) 592 9080 Joe Raad Salon, Queen Zein St., Abdoun, (06) 593 5060 Jolie Feme, Saed Zaghloul St., Abdoun, (06) 593 5518 Kinda, Abdoun, (06) 593 2876, www. kindacenter.com Lara Salon, Batool Center, Ahmad Al Aroussi St., Abdoun, (06) 592 0095 Maria Salon, Khoury Center, Sweifieh, (0) 79 556 8209 Marwan Khair, 5th Circle, (06) 553 5717, Murad Salon, (06) 593 2252 Nivea, Arrar St., Wadi Saqra, (06) 463 2984 N-Style, Abdoun, (06) 593 4934, www. nstyleintl.com Ra’fat AL Saeidi Salon, Sattam Al Hasan St., Abdoun, (06) 593 5222 Raja’I Haddad, Swefieh, (06) 586 3583 Rashid & Thaer, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 552 5434 Roger Salon, Al Mughrabi St., Abdoun, (06) 593 9954 Rupina Salon, Sa’a Zaghloul St., Abdoun, (06) 592 3163, www.joliefemme.info Sa Scene Hair & Beauty, near American Embassy, Abdoun, (06) 593 3435 Selena Beauty Center, Al Rabiyeh, (06) 553 6050 Steve & Metri Salon, Abd Al Rahman Allawi St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 1099, Style Tec, Al Kindi St., 5th Circle, (06) 566 0690 Sufian Zghayer, Abdoun, (06) 592 0777 Tariq Hair Styles, Queen Zein Al-Shouq St., Abdoun, (06) 592 3232, www.tareq.m.com Ten of a Kind, Batool Center, Ahmad Al Arousy St. Abdoun, (06) 592 0095 Toni & Guy, Al Fou’ad Complex, Sa’ad Al Shamout St., (06) 592 2999, www. toniandguyjordan.com

Spa

Al Pasha Turkish Bath, Ali Mahmoud Taha St., Jabal Amman, (06) 463 3002 Anantara Spa, Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 356 8888, spa.anantara.com Club Olympus Spa, Grand Hyatt Amman, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1234, amman.grand.hyatt.com Guinot Moroccan Spa, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 6240, (077) 044 1440 Jordan Valley Marriott Spa, Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 356 0400, www.marriott.com Karmalite, Naeb Omran Maaytah St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 8024 Kempi Spa, Kempinski Hotel Amman, Abdul Hamid Shouman St., Shmeisani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski.com Nirvana Spa, Thaqafa St., Shmeisani, (06) 565 2673, www.nirvanaspajordan.com Al Pasha Turkish Bath, Al-Mahmoud Taha St., 1st Circle, Amman, (06) 463 3002, www. pashaturkishbath.com The Royal Spa, Le Royal Hotel Amman, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3000, www.leroyalamman.com The Spa, Four Seasons Hotel Amman, Al Kindi St., 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 550 5555, www.fourseasons.com Spa Amber, Bin Ghazi St., Hai Al Radwan, (06) 585 5070 Spa Time, Barakat Zo’bi St., 7th Circle, (06) 585 0025, www.thespatime.com Zara Spa, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 349 1310, www.zaraspa.com Zara Spa Tala Bay, Mövenpick Resort Tala Bay Aqaba, South Beach Road, Tala Bay Area, Aqaba, (03) 209-0320, www. moevenpick-hotels.com

Caving in the Kingdom

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Deeper Underground Images by: Maximillian Dornseif

Go’s Leah Spelman takes us through a lesser-seen side of our Kingdom with a look at Jordan’s cave systems

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ordan is known for such geographical marvels as its hundreds of wadis, the Dead Sea, and desert mountains topped with fossilized shell remains. What many may not realize is that the Hashemite Kingdom is home to another kind of geographical fascination that lies slightly more off-the-beaten-path: caves. In March, speleologists — or scientists who study caves — gathered in Amman for the 15th International Symposium on Vulcano Speleology. Volcano speleologists make up a very specialized subset of the International Union of Speleologists, which is a group of about 500 scientists from around the world who specialize in everything from cave archaeology to geomorphology — otherwise known as the study of how caves are formed. Jordan may initially seem like an unusual place to study land formations related to volcanic activity. However, thus far scientists have surveyed 23 volcanic caves, and some scientists believe there could be as many as twice this number in the Kingdom. The longest one found so far is known as Al Fahda, and is nearly a that while a volcanic cave may kilometer long. Although there only take a week to form due to a are no volcanoes currently active dramatic and severe change in land in Jordan, the many hot springs formation from volcanic activity, found throughout the country are a limestone caves may take thousands reminder of the heat and pressure and thousands of years to form, as that remain not far underground. they are created through a gradual In addition to volcanic caves, process of dissolution. Jordan also has five known Speleologists study caves for limestone caves. Limestone caves the wealth of information they NEED TO are much more common throughout provide about the past. Caves KNOW the world, making up roughly 80% provide shelter from natural Caving — known as of all known caves. The largest exposure, thus they can be spelunking in the US or limestone cave in the country is amazing libraries. Plant potholing in the UK — is sport of exploring caves. the Al Daher Cave, which winds theSpeleology, spores trapped in layers on the other like a maze over an area of about hand, is the scientific study of mineral build-up on of caves and the cave 70m2. The difference between stalagmites offer clues environment. about what the environment limestone and volcanic caves is

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Going Caving If you’re planning on going underground, consider bringing these things with you Remember: you’re definitely going to get dirty, and probably going to get wet. If the group you go with is providing wetsuits, bring a change of clothes and loose pants to wear on top, so that the wetsuit doesn’t get damaged against the rock formations. Your guides should provide you with helmets that have headlamps, but it never hurts to bring an extra one, just in case. Also, pack sturdy shoes for the trek, as well as a change of clothes for the ride back!

was like thousands of years ago. Bones show what animals have recently, or long ago, lived close to the caves. Recently, in an Australian cave, bones of an ancient marsupial were found perfectly intact. What was initially thought to be the skeleton of an animal 45,000 years old was revealed after dating to actually be 450,000 years old! Caves have a truly remarkable ability to preserve the past. In Jordan, cave exploration is not generally open to the public without a guide for two main reasons: first, it can be dangerous, and as with any outdoor activity, explorers should go with someone experienced. The

second reason is that Jordan’s caves have suffered a great deal from looting by “treasure hunters.” If, however, you are interested in visiting Jordan’s underground sites as a spelunker, you can do so with the great guides of Tropical Desert. They arrange guided trips on a regular basis, visiting spots such as the Beida Cave near Azraq, which is a fantastic example of a lava tube formation, and the Birgish Cave, which is made up of expansive limestone galleries. Discover the literal ins and outs of Jordan this month by going underground — you won’t soon forget these awesome sights.

Subterranean Pirates Legends have circled throughout the years of Turks who’ve hid gold in caves when they were forced to quickly leave the region at the fall of the Ottoman Empire Many “treasure hunters” believe that the gold is still there, hidden in Jordan’s underground systems. Unfortunately, the presence of these looters and pillagers, who carelessly poke around in and trample on this fragile subterranean environment, have greatly affected the integrity of the caves. Therefore, scientists and those looking to preserve these natural formations are not keen to reveal the location of caves to anyone who wishes to possibly cause further damage to these areas. gomagjordan.com | APR. 2012 | 45

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itcher Ramses eyes the batter, practicing his glare. He throws. Low and inside, but Aisha gets a hit and runs toward first base. Um Farouq is yelling to her girl to go as her hijab waves its own encouragement in the brisk breeze. It’s a sunny morning, perfect for baseball. The bleachers are ringing with greetings called out to and from groggy parents cradling their morning coffee. Kids of all shapes and sizes fill the ball fields, warming up and taking their positions. Conversation stops when the umpire yells, “Let’s play ball!” This isn’t rural America, but King of Bahrain Park in Amman every Friday in the spring. Two hundred kids are playing baseball and 40% are Jordanians. The sport that is, “as American as apple pie,” has become as Jordanian as mansaf. Local families are what have made it a success. The Amman Little League Association, as a completely volunteer parent-run NEED TO organization, has existed since 1975 with the goal of teaching kids to KNOW play football and basketball well This year Go is and become better citizens via sponsoring a T-Ball teamwork. Baseball was added in team so grab a picnic lunch and go out in 1990. And with team sponsorship support of Go’s own kid pitch team! from businesses, ALLA has built a link between local enterprise and sport. Baseball Commissioner, Dan Bridges, says, “Baseball season is something our family

Ball Go’s Kinzi Jones looks at Amman’s Little League Association to give us the lowdown on everyone’s favorite springtime sport

(079) 947 8217 ammanlittleleague. com/baseballhome

Countries Represented

- Jordan - US - Canada - Australia - Italy - Spain - Germany - Switzerland - South Korea - Japan - Indonesia - Sri Lanka - And several Latin American countries

looks forward to all year. It’s a family-friendly atmosphere — the kids love it and there are many ways for parents to be involved.” Dan coaches a team as well, and says, “Seeing the kids develop is very rewarding. Recently, I saw an 8-yearold Jordanian boy who played T-Ball for the first time in 2011. During that season he went from knowing nothing about baseball to being able to throw, catch, field balls, and hit!” The league does have its challenges as well. “Many of [the kids] pick up a baseball for the first time at their initial practice and then don’t touch one again until the following week. Also, we share space for four age groups on two baseball fields. We sometimes have to turn players away because we don’t have room for another team.” If your kids want to join the ALLA, or if you’d like to get out with your family just to watch, pick a Friday and head to the ball park!

ACTIVE Bowling Centers

Strikers Entertainment Center, Kempinski Hotel Amman, Abdul Hamid Shouman St., Shmeisani, (06) 520 0200, www.kempinski.com Istiqlal Bowling Center, Istiqlal Mall, Istiqlal St., Al Nuzha, (06) 566 4212 Jordan Bowling Center, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 551 2987, www. jordanbowlingcenter.com Bowling City, Athletic City, Queen Rania Al-Abdullah St., (06) 515 0000 Royal Automobile Club of Jordan, Jabal Amman, (06) 520 0200, www.racj.com

Dance Centers

Resort and Spa Tala Bay, Aqaba, (03) 205 0030, www.sinaidivers.com

Equestrian Clubs

Annab Equestrian Center, off Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 412 9444 Arabian Horse Club, Al-Yadoudeh, off Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 429 1386 Asalah Equestrian, Madaba Street, Al Yadoudeh, (06) 412 1881 Country Riding Center of Jordan, Jelad, off the Queen Alia Airport Highway, (05) 351 4007 Forest Hill Equestrian, after Sweilieh circle before Philadelphia University, (0) 79 531 2312, www.foresthilljordan.com Fursan Equestrian, Green Country Equestrian Center, Naur, off the Dead Sea Highway, (077) 748 4702, www.alfursanllc.com Green Country Riding Club, Naur, off the Dead Sea Highway, (0) 79 553 3578 Jordan Turf Club, Queen Alia Airport Road, near the Madaba exit, (06) 059 1348 Modern Equestrian Center, Ain Al Basha, (06) 472 8614 Mushatta Equestrian Center, Qastal, off Queen Alia Airport Highway, (0) 77 760 0110 Princess Alia Riding Center, Hussein Sports Club, Sports City, (06) 567 5739 Saifi Stables, Al-Yadoudeh, off Queen Alia Airport Highway, (0) 77 744 2222

Arthur Murray Dance Studios, Al-Kheir Building, Abdul Raheem Haj Mohammad Street, Swefieh, (06) 586 2004, www. arthurmurrayjordan.com Dance Mania Academy, 17 Almassara St., Abdoun, (06) 592 9914 Elite Dance Studio, 4 Issa Bin Salman St., (06) 583 3361, www.elitedancejo.com Fantasia Arts, 5th Circle, opposite Four Seasons Hotel, (079) 598 8117 Freeway Dance Studio, Shahroury Plaza, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 8649, www. freeway.pro The National Center for Culture and Arts of King Hussein Foundation, off of University St., (06) 569 0292, www.pac.org.jo The Performing Arts Center of the Noor Al Hussein Foundation, (06) 569 0292, www. Fitness Centers pacjo.org Active Gym, Adam Plaza, opposite of Arab Pulse Dance School, Al Husaini Building, Bank, Khalda Main St., Khalda, (06) 551 3031 Wakalat St., (06) 581 3071 Aline Fitness Center, 7th Circle, (06) 581 Roberto Dance Academy, 14 Ibn Al Fata St., 1001, www.alinefitness.com 7th Circle, (079) 585 5345 Aspire Ladies’ Spa, Rifa'ah Al Ansari St., off Salida Dance Studio, Al Husseini Complex, University St., Jubaiha, (06) 534 7637 Abdullah Ghosheh St., 7th Circle, (06) 586 Body Design, 19 Fawzi Al Qaweqji St., 8878, www.salidadancestudio.com Abdoun, (06) 592 9669 Salsa Jordan, Abdul Raheem Haj Club Olympus, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Mohammed St., Swefieh, (06) 586 2404 Amman, (06) 465 1234, www. School of Amman Ballet, amman.grand.hyatt.com NEED TO Dabouq, (07) 77 620 1300 Club On Five, Sheraton. KNOW Tempo Dance Academy, off Al Nabil Hotel & Towers, of Abdul Rahman Alawi The Cage Al Urdon St., 5th Circle, St., Jabal Amman, (06) 593 Warriors return to (06) 593 4111, www. 8939, www.tempojordan. Jordan on 12 April with sheratonammanalnabil. com Fight Night 5! Get your com Tempo eXtreme, Deir tickets now by logging on to Curves for tickets.virginmegastore.me Ghbar, (0) 79 886 0669 Women, Abu Firas and go out in support of our Al Hamadani St., Diving Centers local MMA fighters! Building # 4, (06) 464 Aqaba Adventure Divers, 9049, www.curvesme. South Beach Road, Aqaba, com/Jordan (0) 79 584 3724, www. Fit 4 Life, Al Kurdi aqaba-diving.com Building, Abdoun, (06) Aqaba International Dive Center, Corniche St., Aqaba, (0) 79 559 2095, www.aqabadivingcenter. com Barracuda Diving Club, South Coast, Aqaba, (06) 206 0501, www.goaqabadive.com Bedouin Moon Village, South Beach Road, Aqaba, (079) 538 1979, www. bedouinmoonvillage.com Darna Village, South Beach Road, Aqaba, (0) 79 671 2831, www.darnavillage.com Dive Aqaba, Al Saada St., Aqaba, (0) 79 660 0701, www.diveaqaba.com International Arab Divers Village Hotel & Diving Club, Aqaba South Beach Road, (03) 203 1808, www. aqaba-divevillage.com Neptune Submarine Vision, Tala Bay, Aqaba, (077) 943 0969, www.aqababoat.com Red Sea Dive Center, South Beach, Aqaba, (03) 202 2323, www.aqabascubadiving.com Royal Diving Center, Coral Bay Hotel & Resort, Aqaba South Beach Road, Aqaba, (03) 201 7035, www.rdc.jo SeaStar Water Sports, Al Saada St., Aqaba, (03) 201 3735, www.aqabadivingseastar.com Sinai Divers Diving Center, Mövenpick

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592 4499 Fitness First, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 586 3046, www.fitnessfirst.com Fitness First Platinum, Saed Abdo Shamout St., Abdoun, (06) 592 3828, www. fitnessfirst.com Fitness One, Mecca St., (06) 585 9924, www.fitness1club.com Flex, 7th Circle, Khalda, (06) 535 6998, www.flex.com.jo Intensiti 180, 28 Mamdouh Al Sarayrah St., off Mecca St., (06) 554 5756, www. intensitigyms.com Inter-fit Health Spa, Intercontinental Hotel, Queen Zein Street, (06) 464 1361 Oasis Club, Marriott Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmeissani, (06) 560 7607, www.marriott.com One with Nature, 2 Ahmad Al Dayri St., Abdoun, (0) 79 622 3099 Panacea Health Club, Abdelrahim Allawi Street, 5th Circle, (06) 592 3400, www. bristolamman.com Perfect Gym, Al Husseiny Complex, Abdullah Ghosheh St., 7th Circle, (06) 582 9182 Power Hut, Al Thakafe St., Shmeisani, (06) 568 6672 Revolution Ladies’ Gym, University St., Tla’a Al Ali, (06) 534 9144 The Royal Spa & Health Club, Le Royal Hotel, Zahran Street, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 430 3000, www. leroyalamman.com Total Fitness Center, Khalaf Al Bakheet St., Swefieh, (06) 585 7254, (06) 582 2844 www.totalfitnessjordan.com Women’s Wellness Fitness & Spa, Abdul Raheem Haj Mohammed St., Swefieh, (06) 585 0063 World Class Fitness Center, Hotel Le Méridien, Queen Noor Street Shmeisani (06) 569 6511

Kids Centers

Amman FC, Cairo St., Abdoun, (0) 79 520 5010, www. ammanfc.com The Children’s Museum, off of King Abdullah II St., (06) 541 1479, www.cmj.jo Choice Gym, Al Maha Plaza, Al Madeenah Al Munawwarah St., (06) 552 1458, www. choice-gym.com Fun Factory, Abdelrahim Allawi St., 5th Circle, (06) 592 3475, www.funfactorykids.com Funtastic, 45 Damman St., Um Uthaina, (06) 554 0850, www.funtasticjo.com Fun Time,Sweifieh, (06)5823975 Jingo’s Jungle, City Mall, King Abdullah II St., (06) 582 3700, www.jingosjungle.com Jordan Kids Club, Saad Zaghloul St.,

Listings

Abdoun, (06) 592 5957 Jungle Bungle, Mecca Mall, Mecca St., (06) 553 6511 My Gym, Princess Basma St., Abdoun, (06) 592 5113, www.mygymjordan.com

Sports Clubs

Action Target, off of Queen Alia Airport Road, (06) 429 0055, www.action-target.com Amman Aikikai Aikido, 33 Taqiy Al Din Al Subki St., Khalda, (079) 666 7467, www. ammanaikikai.com Bawasel Abdoun Taekwondo Center, Cairo St., opposite Citibank, Abdoun, (06) 592 7880 Bike Rush, (077) 733 6688, www.bike-rush.com Bisharat Golf Club, off of Queen Alia Airport Road, (0) 79 552 0334 Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu, Cairo St., Abdoun, (079) 653 4335, www.jordanjiujitsu.com Climbat Amman, off of Dead Sea Highway, (06) 573 6177, www.climbat.com Cycling Jordan, Near Mujama Jaber, Off Mecca St., (0) 78 555 2525, www.cyclingjordan.com Dunes Club, off of Queen Alia Airport Road, (06) 412 5290, www.dunesclub.com Mountain Breeze Country Club, Jala'ad near Zai, Al Salt (077) 723 4569, www. jordanadventure.com Muay Thai Academy, Khalil Al Sukkar St., Dahiyat Al Hussein, (0) 79 542 3121 Royal Aero Sports Club of Jordan, King Hussein International Airport, Aqaba, (03) 205 8050, www.royalaerosports.com The Royal Jordanian Shooting Club, Juwaideh, (06) 412 6566 The Source MMA, Al Kiswa St., Rabia, (079) 564 4402, www.thesourcemma.com Tropical Desert, Al Sharq St., 3rd Circle, (079) 543 1616, www.tropicaldeserttrips. com WTEO-Jordan, 26 Khalil Al Dabbas St., Rabia, (0) 79 557 3036, www.wteo.org

Themed Parks

Adventure City, off of Dead Sea Road, Swaimeh (0) 77 900 0202 Al Wadi Water Park, off of Dead Sea Road, Swaimeh, (05) 349 3333, www. alwadiresort.com Amman Waves Aqua Park & Resort, Queen Alia Airport Road (06) 412 1704, www. ammanwaves.com Exit Club, off of Queen Alia Airport Road, (06) 565 2004 Jordan Speed Center, off of Queen Alia Airport Road (06) 429 0306, www.jsc-kart.com

Ford Explorer

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65,000 JOD Arax Sandwiches

Seeing as we were rushed to get the test drive started, we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to sit down for food, but decided instead to pick up some delicious sandwiches

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Originating in Lebanon in 1949, Arax rapidly gained success thanks to its special falafel mix. Now open in Syria, the United Arab Emirates, Canada, and Jordan, this chain is a great choice for a quick but scrumptious meal, whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the mood for falafel, shawarma, mashawi, or savory pastries. Head to Abdullah Ghosheh St. (opposite McDonalds) to grab some grub today! Visit www.araxrestaurants.com and www.facebook.com/araxjordan for details.

The Way Forward

Go’s Samer Aksoy headed out with the latest Ford Explorer for some 4x4 fun in the Hashemite Kingdom

Images by: Motaz Abu Hamdeh

ord, a brand that has been around for more than a century, boasts a rich history of epic success and imminent downfall. It’s really quite difficult to look at the timeline of this carmaker and not feel a certain sense of respect for this truly historic brand. It pioneered so much — from the assembly line to the muscle car — and has faced dreadful fuel prices and rising labor costs. Around 2006 things seemed on the bleak side, as the company braced itself for the impending economic crisis. But being a 100-yearold car company has its perks; Ford was wise and knew exactly what to do. Then again, we’re taking about a brand that survived two world wars and the Great Depression! The ball started rolling and Ford swiftly began producing cars that were more desirable and less old fashioned; it embraced new technology that would benefit the customers and their products. Usually, the brand itself is synonymous with the Mustang, but now it also provides stiff competition in almost all car segments. You have the Fiesta, Mondeo, and Edge proving Ford is a force to be reckoned with. Now it’s another sibling’s time to shine. Newly introduced and well thought out, the Ford Explorer has been unveiled and it has something to say... actually it has a lot to say. In terms of design, the fifth generation Ford Explorer is a step further away from the fourth generation Explorer, and a step closer to its well-known sibling the Ford Edge. Some 4x4s have a tendency to have overly styled fronts and bland rear ends; refreshingly this Explorer has a well-balanced look. Aggressively designed, but not in a discouraging manner — the taut surfaces mask the large mass of this big off-roader. The front and rear lights carry the same theme, giving the 4x4 balance in design. The darkened A-pillar also adds a nice touch and the large sporty alloys complete the stylish package resulting in a very handsome off-roader — better looking than most. Step in and the first thing that comes to mind is technology — you’ve got nice plastics, a panoramic roof, modern dials, ambient lighting, and a button-less center console. A full touch panel that also houses a touch screen has replaced what would formerly have been a plethora of buttons and dials. No clicking around here, just a simple touch and what you “press” turns on, much like using a touch screen mobile. You can even not use the panel all together, but rather do your bidding via voice command — talk about upping the ante! It’s truly remarkable how the voice command works, just by pressing a button on the steering wheel, the Ford awaits your command. You can activate the radio, air conditioning, and

Commercial & Industrial Co (CIC) Mecca St. (06) 5506260 www.me.ford.com

telephone functions; it kind of reminds me of another i-related product... this one, however, can understand our local accents. On the road the Ford handled like something much more closer to the ground and not like a 4x4. It provided a supple ride without extra wobbles. Also, it didn’t heave when breaks were applied, and it provided satisfying power when 5 facts about the gas peddle was depressed. It’s great that Ford Explorer the technical side of this Explorer matches its technological side, kudos to that! I’m impressed; Ford has done a lot with this 1| Floating Roof: The new Explorer and all for the better. There’s a lot design effect the blackened A-pillar has to discover in this 4x4 (it is aptly named!), and all of them are of the good kind. Happily, the on the roof. Depression never seemed so far away. 2| Three: The number of trim levels available in the market. Scan Here for Website

3| 1991: The year the first Explorer was launched. 4| U502: The code name of the latest Explorer. at a Glance Engine: 3.5 Liter 6 Cylinder

Power: 290Bhp Torque: 346Nm Gearbox: 6-speed Select Shift Automatic

0-100: 8.3 Seconds

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Join the Ride! If you want to join this great sightseeing event, call (06) 461 1014 or log on to www.facebook.com/ DiscoverJordanRallyTour for more information today!

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A Sight

for Sore Eyes

Go’s Samer Aksoy hypes us up for next month’s Discover Jordan Rally Tour

Rally Around

ordan is very diverse in its nature. At one end you have a rich history spanning centuries. Whether you’re talking about from a historical or religious perceptive, this land has witnessed so much that if it was to write a book about itself, that book would never finish. And on the other side you have a place embracing the latest technology in terms of the digital age and its peripherals. And where do I stand between the two ends? To be honest, I veer towards the digital part… OK, to be even more honest, I’d most probably be standing exactly where that digital part begins, waving its banner. Recently, I did a quick survey among my friends and discovered that most of the people I know, either are aware of the sights in Jordan and have gone to perhaps half of them, or are unaware of our vast range of marvels and have, well… just been to Petra and Jerash. Sadly I am one of the latter. I’ve been to those two popular sites, and perhaps another three, at the most. There is so much that I, and others I know, wish to uncover about our Kingdom, NEED TO but the truth is, we are either too busy or KNOW simply lazy! But I do feel jealous when This year’s DJRT I chat with a foreigner, to find out that also coincidences with they saw more of Jordan in one week the 200th anniversary of the re-discovery of than what I’ve seen in my whole life! Petra, as well as Jordan’s But it’s never too late, and things Independence Day on 25 May, making this even are about to get even more accessible more of a patriotic event! than they already are. Between 24 and 52 | Apr. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

The tour itself is also organized in association with the Ministry of Tourism and the Royal Automobile Club of Jordan But what’s interesting is the way that this event has been put together. The entry rules are pretty straightforward: each group should consist of at least two members — a driver and co-driver — and the driver must have a valid driving license. In the case of this event, the term “rally” refers to the procession of cars that’ll be participating. Each group will navigate a preplanned route, exploring much of Jordan over the period of the event. During the trip participants will need to pass specific checkpoints on time and are to be evaluated through a point-based system. In addition, each group is given a road book and a supplementary book to give readers insight into our Kingdom’s sights. In the end, just try not to get lost!

#266 Prince Mohammed St., 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman (06) 461 1014 www.facebook.com/ DiscoverJordanRallyTour

26 May, iSports will be organizing the annual Discover Jordan Rally Tour. This tour will visit a great variety of the most prominent historical, touristic, and religious sites that our country has to offer. The DJRT will visit many destinations including places some may have not even heard of — think, Crusader castles, ruined Roman cities, desert citadels, and powerful Biblical sites, stretching from Umm Qais to the south of Petra. This rally will provide a wider opportunity for people who want to see more, whether you’re a local, a foreigner, with your family, or with a large group of friends. iSports will be providing a fresh twist on sightseeing, by combining it with the rally and checkpoint system. Expect a very exciting and engaging event that’ll bring people from all walks of life together to celebrate our Kingdom. And, hopefully, after participating in the DJRT, my jealously of those foreigners who’ve seen much of Jordan will vanish, and I’ll no longer be standing on that digital side.

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DRIVE Car & Motorcycle Clubs

Royal Automobile Club of Jordan, Bayader Wadi Seer, (06) 585 0626, www.racj.com Royal Motorcycle Club of Jordan, (06) 541 1392

Dealerships

Abu Haikal Car Dealers, Naser Bin Jameel St., Shmeisani, (06) 553 3353 Abu Khader Automotive, Mecca St., (06) 577 7799, www.ak-auto.jo Advanced Automotive Trading And Co., Gardens St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 567 2304 AIFA Trade Motors, Mecca St., (06) 577 7777, www.khayyatgroup.com.jo Al Ameen For Cars, Wadi Saqra St., opposite King Abdullah Gardens, (06) 553 5491 Arab Resources Company, Mecca St., (06) 577 7799, www.khayyatgroup.com.jo Auto Mall (Kiresh Group), Mecca St., (06) 550 9000, www.kirreshgroup.com Bustami & Saheb Trading Co., Wadi Saqra, (06) 553 2456, www.nissan.com.jo Cars Corner Gallery, Wadi Saqra St., (06) 551 1912 Cannes Power Sports Ltd., #145 Mecca St., (06) 551 9991, www.brp.com Central Trade and Auto Company, Mecca St., (06) 553 5514, www.lexus.com.jo Chery, Tabarbour, (06) 506 5602, www. cheryjordan.com The Commercial And Industrial Co., Mecca St., (06) 580 3600, www.cic.com.jo Daihatsu, Yasmine Building, Wadi Saqra Street, (06) 566 3101 Faouri Trading Co., Mecca St., (06) 553 6680, www.faouri.com T. Gargour & Fils Co., Abu Alanda, (06) 416 2410, www.mercedes-benz.com.jo General Jordanian Automobile Trading Co., Queen Rania St., (06) 553 2829 Harley-Davidson Amman, Al Salam St., Dead Sea Road, Marj Al Hammam, (06) 571 2394, www.harley-davidson-jordan.com Al Hijjawi Trade & Auto Service Group, Madina Munawara St., (06) 551 8265 Kia Motors, Mecca St., (06) 554 8000, www. kiajordan.com Al Mahmoudia Vehicle Trading Co., Wadi Saqra St., (06) 553 6680 Al Markazeyah Car Trading (Toyota), Mecca St., (06) 553 5514, www.toyota.com.jo Mazda, Mecca St., (06) 515 2110, www. khayyatgroup.com.jo Nuqul Automotive, (06) 580 3930, www. nuqulautomotive.com Ole Jordan, Paris St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 5500 Peugeot, Mecca St., (06) 515 2110, www. khayyatgroup.com.jo Saab, Swefieh, (06) 465 7753, www. saabarabia.com Sprint Motorbike Shop, Abd al Jawad Sadeq Building, Sinaa’ St., Wadi Al Seer, (079) 658 2627 TransJordan Trading Co., Mecca St., (06) 550 6280, www.jtco.com Unity Trading Est., Mecca St., (06) 582 1310, www.unity-jo.com Vespa, Darwazeh Motors, Naser Bin Jameel St., Shmeisani, (06) 553 4780, www.dm.jo

DRIVING SCHOOLS

Farah International Center, Al Barakah Complex, Wakalat St., Swefieh, (06) 592 3260 International Driving Center, Swefieh, (06) 585 6006 Sireen Driving Center, Bayadeer Wadi Al Seer, (06) 585 4949 Swefieh Driving Center, Swefieh, (06) 582 7680

Insurance

Arab-German Insurance Co., Al-Shmeissani

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Abed Al Hameed Sharaff St., (06) 520 0000, www.agi.com.jo Arab Orient Insurance Co., Umayah Bin Abd Shams St., Abdali, (06) 565 4550, www. araborient.com Euro Arab Insurance Group, 41 Al-Sharif Nasir Bin Jamal Al Rabiah, (06) 551 8935, www.euroarabins.com First Insurance, King Abdullah II St., Dabouq, (06) 577 7555, www. firstinsurance.jo Jordan Insurance, 3rd Circle, (06) 463 4161, www.jicjo.com Middle East Insurance Co., Al Kindi St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 7100, www.meico.com.jo Al Nisr Al Arabi, Al Fareen Building, Al Abdali, (06) 568 5171, www.al-nisr.com United Insurance Ltd., 35 King Hussein St., (06) 464 8513, www.united.com.jo

Petrol Stations & Car Washes

Alborj, 7th Circle, (06) 581 0531 Al Bayader, Al Sinna St., (06) 565 0902 Gulf Gas Station, King Abdullah II St., Dabouq, (06) 533 1647 Al Hadeel Cars Washing Station, (Zuhdi & Jordan & Saliba Co, Al Yarmouk St., Al Naharieh, (06) 477 1958 Khalaf Al-Assaf & Sons Co., Wasfi Al-Tal Street, Tla’a Al-Ali, (06) 552 6888 Keenwash Waterless Wax And Wash, 8 Paris St., Swefieh, (079) 907 0100, www. keenwash.com Khalaf Al Assaf & Sons Co., Wasfi Al Tal St., Tla’a Al Ali, (06) 552 6888 Manaseer Oil & Gas, Airport Road, (06) 565 0902, www.manaseergroup.com Al-Salt, Amman Ahliyah University St., (06) 565 0902 Talaat Al Thahab Petrol Co Ltd., Madaba St., Al Abrar (06) 412 2803 Taher Gas Station (Hasan Taher Matekri & Partners Co), Prince El Hassan St., Al Zohoor, (06) 477 2241 Ten Bridges Gas Station, Al Josour Al Asharah St., Al Naharieh, (06) 414 1919 Thaer Al Jaafari Co, Al Quds St., Al Zohoor, (0) 79 682 0206

Total Gas Station (Al Zwadeh Gas Stations Management Co Ltd), Queen Rania Al Abdullah St., Al T’la Al Ali, (0) 78 578 8289 Um Uthaina Gas Station, Sa'd Bin Abi Waqqas St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 2508 Zahran Gas Station (Ajyal Petroleum Trading & Distribution Co Ltd), Zahran St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 2539

Service Centers

Listings Shaker Bin Zeid St., Shmeisani, (06) 567 0890 Integrated Station For Fuel Trade & Cars Services Co Ltd, Yajouz St., Al Kolieh Al Eslamieh, (06) 523 1500 National Arab Motors Service Center, Bayader, (06) 581 9333 Nuqul Group Service Center, Dead See Road, Naor, (06) 572 5911 Al Rahman Auto Service Station (Fareed Ali Yousef Husain), Al Josour Al Asharah St., Al Naharieh, (0) 79 536 8222 T. Gargour & Fils Service Center, AlAyobyen St., Abu Alanda, (06) 416 2410

Abu Khader Automotive Service Center, Adwye Al-Hekma St., Bayader, (06) 582 4901 Advanced Automotive Trading Service Center, Wadi Al-Remam, (06) 492 0277 Ahmad Samara Station for Automobile Specialized Car Services Services, Princess Raiyah Bint Al Hussein Al Kilani For Tires and Car Parts, Al St., Al Kmal Yah, (0) 79 589 9785 Madeenah Al Munawwarah St., T’la Al Ali, ALFA Trade Motors Service Center, , Sewar (06) 556 0671 Ben Omara St., Bayader, (06) 585 0034 Alloy Wheel Repair Specialists, Sinna’a, Allozi Station for Fuel & Car Services, Bayader Wadi Seer, (06) 582 1525, (0) 79 (Abdalla Ahmad Abdulrahman Allouzi & 709 4014, www.alloywheelfix.com Bros. Co) Abu Nuseir St., Ibn Oaf, (06) 533 Atmosphere Car Audio and Video Center, 7177 Kabul St., Al Rabieh, (06) 552 7576, (077) Barakeh Gas Station and Auto Services, 744 5888, www.atmospherejo.com (Shaker Hanna Haddad & Sons Co), Wasfi Al Auto Excellence, (06) 582 6531, Tal St., T’la Al Ali, (06) 553 5454 www.auto Bustami & Saheb Trading Service Center, excellence-jo.com Marka, (06) 489 1166 Special Addition, NEED TO Car Plaza Station (Almedan Al Madeenah Al For Auto Service), Wasfi Al Munawwarah St., T’la Al KNOW Tal St., Al Khal Dean, (06) Ali, (06) 554 5006 Volkswagen’s 537 1509 Qingqi, Wasfi Al Tal St., popular coupé Central Trade And Auto Khalda, (06) 535 6500, Scirocco R is now available Service Center, Adwye (079) 983 2124, www. through the country’s official Al-Hekma St., Bayader, qingqi.com.cn/en/ VW dealer, Nuqul Automotive! (06) 586 6440 index.aspx Visit www.volkswagenChery Automobile Racing Dimensions jordan.com or call (06) Service Center, Marka, Car, Al Safa Wa Al 580 3922 to set up a (06) 489 0011 Marwa Building, test drive. The Commercial And Al Madeenah Al Industrial Service Center, Munawwarah St., T’la Al Mahata St., (06) 465 1397 Ali, (06) 553 3117 Faouri Trading Service Center, Ziebart, Sinna’a, Bayader Wadi Mqablen, Jordan TV And Radio Station St., Seer, (06) 582 5533, (0) 79 543 2800, (06) 438 0156 www.ziebart-jo.com Gardens Station for Oil and Cars Service (Moh'd Ghdaian Ahmad Al Armouti), Prince

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Go found the Kingdom’s top places to stay when travelling on a budget whether you’re a tourist or an explorer in your own land

Madaba

ravelling is one of life’s great pursuits. Whether you’re going country hopping through a continent or exploring the ins and outs of a single nation, there’s nothing quite like getting familiar with a people and a land. However, travelling can quickly become very costly, and if you have a limited budget, you’re going to want to be smart about what and how much you spend on a daily basis. This means choosing your accommodation wisely, as a comfortable and clean yet affordable place to retire to at the end of a day of gallivanting can make your trip all the more satisfying. So we went out and found a range of places to stay at around the country that offer good value for money for those who are first uncovering or even rediscovering Jordan’s incredible sights.

DEAD SEA Mujib Chalets

Queen Ayola Hotel

Very near the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, which houses Madaba’s most famous attraction — the Madaba Mosaic Map — sits this comfortable and welcoming hotel. Boasting eight clean rooms with TV and free Wi-Fi access, a restaurant, 24-hour room service, laundry service, and safety deposit boxes, if you’re planning on staying overnight in Madaba, Queen Ayola Hotel is a great choice. And with room rates ranging between 20 JOD and 30 JOD, you’ll be hard pressed in this city to find better accommodations that are as affordable as these. Plus, if your kids are younger than 8 years NEED TO old they get to stay for free (if they share a room with you), KNOW while children under the Madaba has plenty of its own sites to age of 12 receive a 50% explore, but the city is also discount on meal rates, a great starting point for making this a great choice visitors who are off to see for young families. Jerash, Mount Nebo, and even the Dead Sea. Visit Talal St., (077) 776 7160, www.visitmadaba.org on.fb.me/GLep9s for more.

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Sitting along the shores of the Dead Sea, the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature-run Mujib Chalets are a great choice if you’re planning on staying at the lowest point on earth. Past the imposing 5-star resorts that dot the Dead Sea’s coast, close to the magnificent Mujib gorge and impressive rocky cliffs, these adobe houses offer a comfortable and affordable getaway. Whether you’re traversing the Kingdom on your own, as a couple, or even a group of friends, these secluded accommodations offer a serene break from the hustle and bustle of Jordan’s cities and towns. Plus with direct access to the Dead Sea, as well as a restaurant, and clean outdoor bathrooms, this is a top spot to get back in tune with nature. Pricier than the other accommodations we’ve listed — rooms rates range from 45 JOD to 75 JOD — these are still your best bet for reasonable lodgings at the Dead Sea, as your other choices are 4- and 5-star international hotels. Think clean, eco-friendly, and basic yet comfortable lodgings, and you won’t be disappointed. Dead Sea Road, (06) 461 6523, (079) 720 3888, www.rscn.org.jo

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Jordan Tower Hotel

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Arguably the best, most affordable hostel in Amman, this place caters to all that you may need as a budget traveler: great central location, clean rooms available for single visitors or groups, Wi-Fi access, a lounge area, a great roof terrace, and a restaurant serving free breakfast. Jordan Tower Hotel even arranges shared tours for its clients, whether you want to sightsee in Amman or head outside the city. Suiting a range of budgets, room rates here start at 10 JOD for a single bed in a shared

Rainbow House

More of a commune than a hostel, the Rainbow House is a conveniently located choice perfect for those passing through Amman, who really don’t want to splurge on costly accommodations. Meters away from popular Rainbow St., down some stairs that begin at Omar Bin Al Khattab St., simply look for

dorm (separated into Male Dorms or Female Dorms), while a single room with en suite is 26 JOD, and a room accommodating four people is 43 JOD. This is a great place to meet other backpackers both young and old, so consider this hostel especially if you’re a solo traveler looking to connect with other likeminded people. But if you’re not wholly satisfied, this hotel’s staff will even assist you in finding alternative accommodation! 48 Hashemi St., (06) 461 4161, jordantoweramman.com the blue door and you’ve found this dwelling of multifariousness. Here you’ll find an assortment of people, some of who’ve been living at the Rainbow House for months, others who’ve just arrived to Jordan, and even some who are locals of our fair capital. Don’t expect the services and facilities of hostels or hotels though, this is more of just a place

to crash. But it’s the interesting and friendly people you meet at this spot that’ll make your stay here! That, and if you’re on an especially tight budget, at 6 JOD a night for a bed, you’re not likely to find anything more economical in Amman than the Rainbow House. Omar Bin Al Khattab St., (079) 543 1616

AQABA

International Arab Divers Village

Whether or not you’re in Aqaba to explore the underwater expanses of the Red Sea, this is a great and economical place to stay. If you are planning to dive, however, the International Arab Divers Village is a choice dive center that offers better packages if you book a night’s stay as well as dive trip with them. Boasting proximity to the beach, a large swimming pool, 16 comfortable rooms, a restaurant, coffee shop, camping tents, and even buggies and ATVs, it’s no wonder that this is a popular spot for travelers on a budget. Room rates (without a dive package) start at 35 JOD for a private room with double bed and en suite, and go up to 80 JOD for a room accommodating four people with an en suite. However, if you’d prefer to camp out instead or even bring a caravan, the International Arab Divers Village offers great grounds where these are possible. South Beach Road, (03) 203 1808, aqaba-divevillage.com

Darna Village

Located outside of Aqaba’s city, on the road that leads to Tala Bay, is this family-run hostel right by the Red Sea. With single rooms, double rooms, 3-bed rooms, 4-bed rooms, and even dorms to accommodate six people (all with en suites), this is a good lodge for every type of voyager. A swimming pool, sundeck, restaurant, and dive center complete Darna Village’s facilities making it a comfortable place to either relax at or partake in marine activities with. Room rates here start at 15 JOD per night per person, but will vary depending on the season and which room you choose. And if you’re looking to go exploring around the region, whether to downtown Aqaba, Wadi Rum, or Petra, the staff here are able to help organize your tours, or even recommend guides and/or car rental agencies if you’re planning to strike out on your own. South Beach Road, (079) 671 2831, www.darna-village-aqaba-jordan-hotel.com

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Tourist in your backyard Images by: Motaz Abu Hamdeh

Lot’s Cave

Go’s Whitney McNamara got out of town to visit Deir Ain Abata otherwise known as Lot’s Cave

NEED TO KNOW The sixth century Madaba map shows the church of St. Lot in this precise location corroborating that Deir Ain Abata was Lot’s hideout.

ccording to the Bible, God destroyed the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah for their people’s atrocious lifestyle, namely greed and laziness. Since there was one “moral” family in the city, however, God decided to save them. Enter Lot and his family. They were told to leave the city and not to look back at the annihilated city. However, Lot’s wife did not heed God’s warning, looked back, and was consequently metamorphosed into a pillar of salt. After evading the devastated city, Lot and his two daughters took refuge in a nearby cave. The religious text also lends itself to the explanation of how the ancient peoples came to be. As per Genesis 19:30-38, Lot’s daughters, fearing they were the last people on earth, Getting There got their father intoxicated in order Deir Ain Abata is two to procreate the next generation. It is kilometers north of the said that the elder daughter produced phosphate-mining town of Safi — Biblically known a son, Moab, ancestor of the as the city of Zoara — on a Moabites, and the other daughter’s son gave birth to, Ben-ammi, which steep hill 3km southeast of the Dead Sea. founded the Ammonite people.

The cave, called Deir Ain Abata, was later found in the fifth century and because it was believed to be the very cave Lot and his daughters hid out in, a monastery was built. Inscriptions on the mosaics referring to the holy place as a basilica demonstrate the site’s importance as they illustrate that this cave became a destination for religious pilgrimages until the Islamic conquest a hundred years later. After excavations, archeologists discovered six mosaics in the monastery, one dated 572, another April 605, a third May 691. Interestingly, Middle Bronze Age pottery matching the same time period of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah was also found. So this month, if you’re looking for a new historical site to explore in Jordan, head to Safi and visit Deir Ain Abata and its church. Soak in the history and marvel at these ancient structures that have stood the test of time to continue to remind us of the past.

Lot, or rather Lut, is mentioned in the Qu’ran several times and is considered a prophet of Islam. According to the Islamic tradition, Lut was Ibrahim’s (or Abraham) nephew and he lived in Ur. He migrated with Ibrahim to Canaan in What happened after Palestine and was commissioned as a prophet to the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah to preach on monotheism and to Sodom and Gomorrah’s stop those cities’ people from their lustful and violent acts. However, what is put forth by Christian texts and Islamic destruction is contested texts after the destruction of these two cities is different. Since in Islam, prophets act as beacons of moral and spiritual righteousness, the Qu’ran considers the incestuous stories of Lot and his daughters to be false.

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Six Senses Zighy Bay

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Musandam O The Strait of Hormuz’s Hideaway

An exclave of Oman, surrounded by the Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf, the Musandam Peninsula is a top spot for those wanting to explore the region’s rugged and unfrequented side

man’s northern most point, separated from the rest of the country by the United Arab Emirates, Musandam is a peninsula that juts out into the Strait of Hormuz, the entryway of the Persian Gulf. Reachable by car via the United Arab Emirates or by ferry via Muscat, Musandam is a great destination for secluded getaways, luxury spa breaks, or outdoor adventures. Travelling to this mountainous region means “leaving it all behind” for a more quiet and “back to nature” kind of holiday.

NEED TO KNOW In Musandam, it’s also possible to camp out on the beach, however, in order to do so you must get a permit from the municipality first.

Golden Tulip Resort Khasab

Fish Market Each evening in Dibba, local fishermen gather at the port to set up a fish market to sell their catches from that day. The timing of the market can vary from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, and

What To Do Mountain Fun

A secluded getaway nestled between Oman’s mountains and sparkling turquoise waters, this resort is the ultimate in luxury. Think indigenous village-style accommodations and an overall serene way to spend your holiday. +968 2673 5555, www.sixsenses.com

here you can purchase everything from Omani lobster to local fish. If you’re planning to buy, make sure to bring your own cooler to keep your purchases fresh!

Dolphin Watching

Whether you’re into trekking, canyoning, rock-climbing, or even deep-water soloing Musandam has the outdoor adventure to suit you. Boasting everything from arid desert to ragged mountains to seaside cliffs, you can easily spend days uncovering the wild side of Oman’s north. Plus, once you get to the top of your chosen mountain, you can enjoy spectacular views!

Hands down the coolest residents of the area, dolphins regularly make an appearance just off the coast Musandam. Head to Khasab’s harbor and bargain for a cruise on a traditional dhow or make preplanned arrangements with a local tour guide. You’re almost always guaranteed to see these beautiful creatures that often know and respond to the boat operators’ whistles.

Absolute Adventure, +971 4345 9900, www.adventure.ae

Khasab Travel & Tours, +968 2673 0464, khasabtours.com

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Cultural Tours

Despite being a relatively uninhabited area of Oman, there is much to see and do in Musandam. Think 17th century castles, tribal forts, and palm groves, each with much history to divulge and nooks and crannies to discover. Whether you want to venture out on your own or with a tour group, Oman’s northern terrain and friendly inhabitants awaits intrigued wanderers.

Khasab Travel & Tours, +968 2673 0464, khasabtours.com

Scuba Diving

One of the region’s top diving destinations, Musandam’s waters are home to a multitude of sea creatures and coral reefs. Whether you want to try diving for the first time, or you’re already a scuba veteran, the 27 dive sites here offer fantastic underwater experiences. From manta rays to whale sharks to sea turtles, you’re not likely to be disappointed diving here.

Nomad Ocean Adventures, +968 2683 6069, www.discovernomad.com

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Whether you’re interested in just a flight, a flight with hotel stay, or even a flight with hotel, entertainment, and car rental, travelsheikh.com can help you arrange it all. The ultimate online travel booking engine, consider this your one-stop-shop for all your vacation needs!

With great views from private balconies, this hotel boasts comfortable and contemporary accommodation. A variety of dining choices and modern amenities can also be enjoyed. +968 2673 0777, www. goldentulipkhasab.com

Nomad’s Guesthouse

Perfect for budget travelers, this spot boasts villas with comfortable double rooms and a shared courtyard for gatherings. Located right by the sea, this is a hub for divers as well as those interested in outdoor adventures. +968 2683 6069, www. discovernomad.com

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Amman West Hotel, Mahmoud Abidi Air Algeria, T’la Al Ali, (06) 565 0880, www. St., Jabal Amman, (06) 465 7615, airalgerie.dz ammanwesthotel.com Air Arabia, Shmeisani, (06) 560 3666, www. Arabela Hotel, Shmeisani, (06) 568 5140, airarabia.com arabelahotel.com Air Bosna, Abdali, (06) 569 8128, www. Al Saleh Hotel, Prince Mohammed St., Jabal bhairlines.ba Amman, (06) 463 9551, alsalehhotel.com Air Canada, Shmeisani, (06) 463 0879, Belle Vue Hotel, 2nd Circle, Jabal Amman, aircanada.com (06) 461 6144, www.bellevue-hotels.com Air France, Shmeisani, (06) 510 0777, www. Best Western Commodore Hotel, Abed Al airfrance.com Hammed Sharaf St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 Air Nas, Shmeisani, (06) 566 2375, www. 7185, commodore-jo.com flynas.com Bristol Hotel, 5th Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) ATE Jordan Aviation, 6th Circle, (06) 550 592 3400, bristolamman.com 1760, www.jordanaviation.jo Carlton Hotel, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, BMI Airline, Rabieh, (06) 554 8951, flybmi. 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(06) 550 5555, www. camp within the Wadi Rum saudiairlines.com fourseasons.com/ Nature Preserve! Visit Turkish Airlines, Jabal amman www.rahayebcamp.com Amman, (06) 465 9112, Geneva Hotel, for details. www.turkishairlines.com Abdullah Ghosheh St., 7th Circle, (06) 585 8100, genevahotel-amman.com Car Rentals: Golden Tulip Grand Palace Alamo National Rent A Car, Ash Hotel, Amman, Queen Alya St., Sharif Nasir Bin Jamil St., Wadi Saqra, (06) Shmeisani, (06) 569 1131, www. 566 2683, www.national-me.com goldentulipgrandpalace.com Assaraya Rent A Car, Al Shareef Naser Bin Grand Hyatt Amman, Hussein Bin Ali St., Jameel St., (06) 568 4771, www.thrifty. Jabal Amman, (06) 465 1234, amman. com.jo grand.hyatt.com Avis, Wadi Saqrah St., (06) 569 9420, www. Hisham Hotel, 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) avis.com.jo 464 4028, hishamhotel.com.jo Budget Rent A Car, Shmeisani, (06) 569 Holiday Inn Amman, Madinah Munawarah 8131, www.budgetjordan.com St., Um Summaq, (06) 552 8822, www. 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(06) 565 2207, www.sixt.jo com.jo Kempinksi Hotel Amman, Abdual Hamid Shouman St., Shmesani, (06) 520 0200, Hotels: www.kempinski.com AMMAN Kindi Hotel, Amman, Al Basra St., Abjar Hotel, Jabal Al Hussein, (06) 464 Shmeisani, (06) 551 0885, kindihotel.com 8883, abjarhotel.com.jo Landmark Amman Hotel and Conference Ambassador Hotel, Abdul Hamid Sharif St., Center, Al-Hussein Bin Ali St., Jabal Amman, Shmeisani, (06) 560 5161 (06) 560 7100, www.landmarkamman.com Amman Cham Palace Hotel, Shmeisani St., Larsa Hotel, 48 Um Mutaweh St., Al (06) 565 9270, www.ammanchamhotel. Jandaweel, (06) 585 0955, larsahotel.net com Liwan Hotel, Princess Taghreed Mohammed Amman Marriot Hotel, Issam Ajluni St., Shmesani, (06) 560 7607, www.marriott.com St., Sweifieh, (06) 585 8125, theliwan.com

Ocean Hotel, Iriteria St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 7280, www.oceanhotelamman.com Orchid Hotel, Shmeisani, (06) 552 2111, orchidh.com Marmara Hotel, Mecca St., Al Rabiah, (06) 553 0480, marmarahotel.com Le Méridien Amman, Queen Noor St., Shmeisani, (06) 569 6511, www. starwoodhotels.com Al Qasr Metropole Hotel, Al Kharoub St., Shmeisani, (06) 568 9671, alqasrmetropole. com Rama Hotel, Abdallah Ghawsha, 7th Circle, (06) 581 6722, ramahotel-jo.com Red Rose Hotel, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 2301, www.1stjordan. net/redrose Retaj Hotel, 180 Zahran St., 5th Circle, Um Uthaina, (06) 551 6688, retajhotel.com Regency Palace, Queen Alia St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 7000, www.theregencyhotel.com Le Royal, Zahran St., 3rd Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3000, www. leroyalamman.com Rozana Hotel Suites, Airport Road, Sweifieh, (06) 586 3024, www.rozana.com Sadeen Amman Hotel, Wasfi Al Tal St., Khalda, (06) 551 4733, sadeen.com Samira Miss Hotel, Wasfi Al Tal, (06) 560 2773, samiramisshotel.com San Rock Hotel, 6th Circle, Um Uthaina, (06) 551 3800 Sheraton Amman, Al Nabil Hotel & Towers, Al Urdon St., 5th Circle, (06) 593 4111, www.sheratonammanalnabil.com Sorate Hotel Apartments, 6th Circle, Sweifieh, (06) 585 8029, sorate.net Al Thuraya Hotel, Al Bayrooni St., Shmeisani, (06) 567 7228, www. althurayahotel.com Toledo Hotel, 37 Al Razi St., Jabal Al Hussein, (06) 465 7777, www.toledohotel.jo Turino Hotel, One Main Square, Sweifieh, (06) 586 3944, turino-hotel.com Al Waleed Hotel, Ali Nasouh Al Taher St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 4475, rumhotels.com Ya Hala Hotel, Wakalat St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 2944, yahala-hotel.com

DANA Reserve

Feynan Ecolodge, Dana Bio Reserve, (06) 464 5580, www.feynan.com

DEAD SEA

Dead Sea Spa Hotel, Salt Land Village, Sweimeh, (05) 356 1000, jordandeadsea. com Holiday Inn Resort, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (06) 349 5555, www. ichotelsgroup.com Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 3560400, www. marriott.com Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea, Dead

Listings

Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 356 8888, www. kempinski.com Mövenpick Resort & Spa, Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, (05) 356 1111, www. moevenpick-hotels.com

AQABA

Aqaba Gulf Hotel, King Hussein St., (03) 201 6636, aqabagulf.com Aquamarine Beach Hotel, King Hussein Blvd, (03) 203 2636 Captain’s Hotel, (03) 206 0710, captains.jo Coral Bay Hotel, Aqaba Southern Coastal Road, (03) 201 5555, coralbayaqaba.com Crystal International Hotel, Cornish St., (03) 202 2001, crystal-international.com DoubleTree by Hilton, Al Hammamat Al Tunisyya St., (03) 209 3209, doubletree1. hilton.com Golden Tulip Aqaba, Al Saada St., (03) 205 1234, www.goldentulip.com Movenpick Resort & Residence Aqaba, King Hussein St., (03) 203 4020, www. moevenpick-hotels.com Radisson Blu Tala Bay Resort, Tala Bay, South Beach, (03) 209 0777 www. radissonblu.com Raed Hotel Suites, Al Sa'adeh St., (03) 201 8686, raedhotel.com

PETRA

Amra Palace Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7070, www.amrapalace.com Candles Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7311 / (03) 565 1065, www.petracandles.com Crowne Plaza Resort Hotel Petra Forum, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 6266, www. crowneplaza.com Grand View Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 6871, www.grandview-hotel.com.jo Marriott Hotel, Taybeh Road, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 6407, www.petramarriott.com Movenpick Nabatean Castle Hotel, Taybeh Road, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7201, www. moevenpick-hotels.com Movenpick Resort Hotel, Al Seyaha St., Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7111, www. movenpick-petra.com Petra Panorama Hotel, Taybeh Road, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7398, www. petrapanorama.com Petra Rest House Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 6266 Sella Hotel, Wadi Mousa, (03) 215 7170, www.sellahotel.com Silk Road Hotel, Tourism St., (03) 215 7222, www.petrasilkroad.com

MADABA

Madaba Inn Hotel, Yarmouk St., (05) 3259003, www.madabainn.com Queen Ayola Hotel, Talal St., (077) 776 7160, on.fb.me/GLep9s

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Go’s Whitney McNamara discusses the ongoing activities at the Gaza Camp for Palestinian refugees, where volunteers are always welcome Images by: Julia Wallin

he Gaza Camp for Palestinian refugees, located in Jerash, was established by the UN as an “emergency camp” in 1968 for residents of Gaza after the ‘67 Arab-Israeli war. Recent estimates put the camp at a population of around 24,000 registered residents. The sizable population, however, lives in an area of about three quarters of a kilometer. As a result of the confined space and poverty, three out of four shelters in the camp are labeled, per the UNWRA Website, as not suitable for living. And since the male Gaza descendents in the camp are limited to taking up seasonal work such as harvesting olives, working in farms, tilelaying, and building, while some women make handicrafts like traditional embroidery, unemployment, while fluctuating, hovers at around 40%. A camp gym was opened in early January 2010 with expatriate David Fox and local camp partner Ismaeil Siam for the residents of the camp to have a beneficial outlet for socialization and exercise outside the home. The women’s gym hours are morning to early afternoon with the men’s following until early night. The importance Volunteers typically meet in Amman around of the gym, a rare commodity 1:30pm each Saturday found in refugee camps, should be and take the bus up to underscored. The women and men the camp. The boy’s camp alike can invest in their health — runs from 3:30pm to around 5:00pm. Arabic losing weight to prevent diabetes, is not a requirement for high blood pressure, and other volunteering as many diseases commonly found in the of the volunteers have very basic Arabic skills. camp. Just as important, the gym Anyone is welcome to can act as a sanctuary; giving the volunteer as long as women a place outside their home they read guidelines of to connect with each other freely in behavioral expectations and agree to respect laughter, tears, the occasional dance the rules. session, workshops on crafting Email gazacamp and how to use things around the saturdays@gmail.com house in resourceful ways, and, of for more details!

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weights and yoga. The activities are meant to emphasize teamwork and respectful play. For example, boxing includes lessons on how to appropriately play and how to use the skills positively — for exercise and not for hurting. These activities also teach the boys the benefits of exercise in a fun, relaxed manner. Volunteers are essential in making the children’s camp sustainable and productive. Helpers are needed for the Saturday boys’ camp, but additionally, an influx of volunteers would allow the camp to open a girls’ camp on Saturdays as well, as there is currently NEED TO not enough support to KNOW open one. A commitment of even just one Saturday Check out Julia’s blog, a month would make a juliainjordan.wordpress. com, which chronicles substantial difference in the personal stories of struggle and hope of the camp’s success. If this refugees in the camp. sounds like something you’d like to get involved with, get up and go!

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Thoughtful

Spending

The Annual Exhibition of Ceramics, Arts, and Crafts raises funding for the Centre of Special Education

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Under the patronage of HRH Princess Sarvath El Hassan, the Young Muslim Women’s Association will be hosting the Annual Exhibition of Ceramics, Arts, and Crafts featuring items created and produced by the students of the Centre of Special Education. The event will take place from the 24 – 26 April 2012 at the Jordan Construction Contractors’ Association (Al Hashemiyeet St., Deir Ghbar, 06 420 7755). Visit the exhibition where you can take home some beautiful ceramics, carpets, furniture, mosaics, woodwork, and other home-ware while supporting a very worthy cause.

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Go visited the Centre for Special Education to admire the fantastic work they take on each day Images by: Motaz Abu Hamdeh

n the outskirts of the city, off of the Airport Road sits the Centre for Special Education. Founded under the patronage of HRH Princess Sarvath El Hassan in 1974 by the Young Muslim Women’s Association, this remarkable establishment strives to provide students with the necessary education and basic skills needed to cope with the outside world. What was once a small center has now grown into a prominent institution assisting infants, children adolescents, and young adults with disabilities. The school is divided into four sections; early intervention, preschool, school, and vocational units, formulated to assist from birth until 25 years old. With the early intervention unit, teachers visit homes of families with infants with disabilities to instruct parents on necessary skills and for moral support. Once the children reach the age of six, they can become full time students at the Centre for Special Education’s preschool unit, where they are given one-on-one lessons in language, Centre for Special Education math, arts, and so on. The kids are (06) 420 7755 then placed in the school division of ymcsedu@nets.jo

the center where they develop more advance knowledge of academic subjects, including science and computer studies. The most impressive and complex unit of the school is the vocational one. Within this division, students learn great skills such as agriculture, pottery, weaving, and woodwork. The teachers coach students on how to plant produce, mold ceramics, weave carpets, and build furniture. These skills are taught in hopes that it will help the students find jobs once they leave the center, becoming productive members of society. Also, the items that the students make during the academic year are sold during their annual exhibition to raise much needed funding for the institution. The Centre is providing a vital service and they, in return, need the assistance from the community. The school depends on generous sponsorships and private donations to keep the facilities running. And within the walls of the center and under the guidance of caring teachers, these remarkable, genuine, and sweet children are learning to live dignified lives each day.

NEED TO KNOW The center is always in need of funding to provide for its students, so if you’d like to make a donation, get in touch with the school on (06) 420 7755!

Fair Timings: 24 April: 11:00am – 8:00pm 25 April: 9:00am – 8:00pm 26 April: 9:00am – 7:00pm

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Photograph of the Month:

“Off the Beaten Path”

Photographer’Name: Yehia Houry Age: 30 Nationality: Lebanese

“Off the [Urban] Beaten Path — this picture was taken on the outskirts of Amman.”

May’s Photo of the Month

Next month’s Photo of the Month theme will be: “Food = ________” If you’d like to have your image selected as Go’s “Photograph of the Month” then email your submissions to readers@gomagjordan.com. Include your name, nationality, age, and profession, and we’ll get back to you if/when your photo has been chosen!

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community Charities and NGOs

Arab Women’s Organization of Jordan, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 565 0644 Business & Professional Woman-Amman, Ibn Asaker St., 4th Circle, (06) 566 3013, www.bpwa-amman.org Abdel Hamid Shoman Foundation, Al Kulliyah Al Ilmiyah Al Islamiyah St, Jabal Amman (06) 465 9154, www.shoman.org Care International, Ibn Al Roumi St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 7921, www. caremiddleeast.org/Jordan HamzetWasel, (077) 786 8298, www. hamzetwasel.com Humane Society for Animal Welfare, Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 412 9077, www.hcaw-jordan.com INJAZ, Ibrahim Ayoub St., Al Redwan, (06) 565 7410, www.injaz.org.jo Jordan Environment Society, Shmesani, (06) 569 9844, www.jes.org.jo Jordan Institute Of Diplomacy, Suleiman Al Hadidi St., Sweifieh, (06) 593 4400 Jordan National Red Crescent Society, As Saada, Madaba (06) 477 3141, www. jordanredcrescent.org Jordan River Foundation, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 593 3211, www. jordanriver.jo Jordan Hashemite Fund For Human Development, Al Madina Mounawara St., (06) 582 5241, www.johud.org.jo Jordanian’s Women Union, Al-Hussein Refugee Camp, (06) 568 7037, jordanianwomenunion.org King Abdullah II Fund For Development, Petra University, Queen Alia Airport Road (06) 582 2820, www.kafd.jo King Hussein Cancer Foundation, Saad Bin Abi Waqqas St., Um Uthaina, (06) 554 4960, www.khcc.jo King Hussein Foundation, Fares Al Khoury St., Shmeisani, (06) 560 6056, www. kinghuseeinfoundation.org Mabarrat Um Al Hussein (MUF), North Marka, (06) 489 2680 MIZAN, Razi St., Jabal Al Hussain, (06) 569 0691, www.mizangroup.jo National Center for Human Rights, 151 Zahran St., Jabal Amman, (06) 5931256, www.nchr.org.jo Royal Scientific Society, Al Jubaiha, (06) 534 4701, www.interacademies.net Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature, (06) 533 7931, www.rscn.org.jo Save the Children Foundation, Princess Basma Center for Social Development, Jabal Al-Nuzha, (06) 567 0241, www. savethechildren.net United Nations University, University of Jordan, International Leadership Institute Building, Queen Rania St., (06) 533 8167, jo.one.un.org UNRWA, Wadi Seer, Bayader, (06) 582 6171, www.unrwa.org USAID, American Embassy, Abdoun, (06) 590 6117, jordan.usaid.gov

Freddy for Music, Abdoun Gardens, Abdoun, (06) 592 0085, www.freddyformusic.com Ghassan Al-Hejjawi Music Center, Tla' AlAli, (06) 553 1458 IPlay Music Center, Al Husseini Complex, Paris St., Sweifieh, (06) 586 8676, www. iplaymc.jo Life Melody for Music Classes, Jaber Complex, Mecca St., (06) 581 7405, www. lifemelody.net Ziad Alawsi, (0) 79 618 7292, www.alawsi. com

MODELING

Modelicious Management, Building No. 6 Khawarizmi St., Gardens, (06) 562 0849, www.modelicious.com.jo

Colleges & Universities

Al Hussein Bin Talal University, Ma’an, (03) 217 9000, ahu.edu.jo Arab Open University, Tariq Khalid Bani Mujahid St., Tabarboor, (06) 5630630, www. aou.edu.jo German Jordanian University, Al Jubeiha, (06) 530 0666, www.gj.edu.jo Jordanian University, University St., Al Jubeiha, (06) 535 5000, www.ju.edu.jo New York Institute of Technology, Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 5537902, www. nyit.edu.jo Petra University, Queen Alia Airport Highway, (06) 579 9555, www.uop.edu.jo Princess Sumaya Univeristy, Al Jubeiha, (06) 535 9967, www.psut.edu.jo Al Quds College, Airport Road, (06) 579 9020, www.quds.edu.jo Tala Abu Ghazaleh College, Mecca St., (06) 550 9222, www.tagcb.edu.jo Yarmouk University, Irbid, (02) 721 1111, www.yu.edu.jo

Language Centers

American Language Center, University St., (06) 552 3901, www.alc.edu.jo AMIDEAST Jordan, Nuh Al-Rumi St., Sweifieh, (06) 581 0930, www.amideast.org Bell Amman, Marj Al Hammam Bridge, (06) 579 9035, www.bellamman.edu.jo Berlitz, Prince Shaker Bin Zeid St., Shmeisani, (06) 566 5393, www.berlitz.jo British Council Jordan, Rainbow St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman, (06) 460 3420, www.

britishcouncil.org/jordan Cultural French Center, (06) 461 2658, www.cccljor-jo.org

Nurseries

Growing and Knowing Preschool, Al Dahran St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 5919, www.growingnknowingpreschool.com Iman Early Learning Center, Sweifieh, (06) 592 5945 Jumpstart Preschool, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 552 0234 Little Academy, Al Ifthikhar St., Abdoun, (06) 585 8282, www.tlacademy.com

Real Estates

Listings montessori-icme.com International Community School, Naour, (06) 479 0666, www.ics-amman.edu.jo The International School Of Choueifat, Airport Road, (06) 429 1133, www. iscamman-sabis.net Al Ittihad Secondary School For Girls, Waqed Bin Abdullah St., Qotnah, (06) 516 7990 Modern American School, Swefieh, (06) 586 2779, www.modernamericanschool. com Modern Arab Academy School, Sharhabil Bin Hasaneh St., Al Jern, (06) 566 0091 Modern Educational Academic School, Moh'd Ali Al Ja'bari St., Al Rawabi, (06) 586 5620 Sheikh Al Shuhada Omar Al Mukhtar School, Al Madeenah Al Munawwarah St., Al Tela Al Shamali, (06) 552 2495

Abdoun Real Estate, 10 Fawzi Qaweqji St. Mouhtaseb Complex, Abdoun, (06) 592 0605, www.abdoun.com.jo Abu Jodum, Shmeisani, (06) 566 0701, www.abujodum.com Mawared, Nabulsi St., Al Abdali, (06) 566 Specialized Institutions 5825, www.mawared.jo Aviation Technological Academy, Saraya, Al-Koufeh St., Um Uthaina, (06) 550 Sulayman Al Dukkar St., Khalda, (06) 535 5444, www.sarayaholdings.com 0911 Taameer Jordan, Sweifieh, (06) 588 Ayla Aviation Academy, King Hussein 5558, www.taameer.jo International Airport, Aqaba, NEED TO Tala Bay, Al Ameer (03) 206 4777, www. Shaker Bin Zeid St., KNOW aylaaviation.com Shmeisani, (06) 565 Jordan Academy of Music, 5700, www.talabay.jo Give back this month off Ubadah Bin Al Samet St., Tamleek, 4th Circle, by donating blood. Shmesani, (06) 560 4172, (06) 461 7851, www.jam.edu.jo Keep up-to-date with www.tamleek.jo Mideast Aviation The Blood Channel (fb.me/ Academy, Marka Airport, bloodchannel), a Nakhweh. Schools (06) 487 5152, www. org initiative, to find out American maa.jo when and where you Community School, Red Sea Institute of can help! Dahiat Al-Amir Rashid, Cinematic Arts, Al Rashed St., (06) 581 3944, www. Aqaba, (03) 201 6201, www. acsamman.edu.jo rsica.edu.jo Amman Baccalaureate Royal Academy of Culinary Arts, King School, Al Hijaz St., Dabouq, (06) Abdullah II St., Dabouq, (06) 541 2682, 541 1191, www.abs.edu.jo www.raca-lesroches.edu.jo Amman Int. School, King Abdullah Ii St., Al Royal Film Commission, 5 Omar Bin Al Rawabi, (06) 551 6931 Khattab St., 1st Circle, Jabal Amman. (06) Al Feker Al Tarbawi Secondary School For 464 2266, www.rfc.jo Girls, Al Shora St., Al Helal, (06) 438 3877 SAE Institute, off of Queen Alia Airport International Academy, Sa'ad Khair Street, Highway, (06) 579 9071, www.saejordan. King Hussein Parks, (06) 550 2055, www. com iaa.edu.jo International Center for Montessori Education, (06) 556 1464, www.

Classes ART

Bandak Art, 7th Circle, Wadi Al Seer, (06) 582 4952 Darat Al Funun, Nimer bin Adwan St, Downtown, (06) 464 3251, www. daratalfunun.org Orfali Art Center, Kufi St., Um Uthaina, (06) 551 0603, www.orfali.net

COOKING

Crafty Cooks, Nakho Building, Shat Al Arab St., Um Uthaina, (06) 554 7103 Noodasia, Abdoun Circle, Abdoun (06) 5936999

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Game Releases

Handheld Console

Game Reviews Cool new releases from the 3DS to the iPhone

This month's hottest and most anticipated video games Words by: Brandon Barron

Battle Ship Platform: Nintendo 3DS Developer: Magic Pockets Genre: Action Release Date: 30 Apr. This game is inspired by the Hasbro tabletop version, but it also combines the storyline of the blockbuster summer action movie of the same name. Reason to go play it: It’s in 3D! Just like the, erm... board game.

Risen 2: Dark Waters Platform: PS3 Developer: Piranha Bytes Genre: RPG Release Date: 27 Apr. You are a pirate whose sole purpose is to put an end to the vile beasts that terrorize sailors in the farthest reaches of the seven seas. Reason to go play it: Each obstacle has a slough of possible solutions. Pick which one you like best.

Mortal Kombat Platform: PS Vita Developer: NetherRealm Genre: Fighting Release Date: 2 Apr. Battle foes in the newest edition of the classic tower fighter game. Intense fight levels are sandwiched between surprisingly detailed story scenes. Reason to go play it: A great game to introduce you to the graphics of the new PS Vita.

Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings

Platform: Xbox 360 Developer: CD Projekt Genre: RPG Release Date: 30 Apr.

2012’s Top “Off-Road” Racing Games If you’re the ultimate motor head, get your hands on these vehiclebashing, twisting, and racing games

ou play Geralt of Rivia, and you are tasked with protecting King Foltest. All the while, you are on a personal quest to answer the question of your origins. This RPG takes the concept of non-linear gameplay to a new level, in other words: the means you can take to complete the game are practically endless. Pair that with a solid story, challenging combat, and mesmerizing graphics, and you’ve got a game that once you start, you just don’t want to end. Reason to go play it: Feeling like too much of a social butterfly? There’s nothing like a fantastic game to remedy that!

DiRT: Showdown Platform: Xbox 360, PS3, PC An expansion on the roughriding racing action of Dirt 3’s gymkhana competition, this game offers three modes focused on the wilder aspects of off-road driving: Race, Showdown and Demolition!

MotorStorm: RC Platform: PS3, PS Vita Compete with friends and rivals worldwide in this high-speed, radiocontrolled car racing game that boasts visually stunning renditions of four different worlds and eight vehicle classes.

Pandora’s Tower

Platform: Wii Developer: Nintendo Genre: Adventure Release Date: 13 Apr. You are Aeron, an elite soldier, and, typical to Japanese games, your mission is a deeply personal one. Tackle 13 towers in this intricate game to finally win your freedom. Reason to go play it: This isn’t just a great game; it’s an engrossing story too.

Ridge Racer: Unbounded Platform: Xbox 360, PS3, PC This title adds a punishing dose of destruction to a familiar game-play as players use their fourwheeled street-racing thoroughbreds as highoctane wrecking machines.

Twisted Metal Platform: PS3 The longest running franchise in PS history is back with this game that see players dismantling opponents with weapons of destruction, plus through the PS Network, gamers can destroy up to 16 players!

Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir Platform: Nintendo 3DS Developer: Tecmo Genre: Adventure Release Date: 13 Apr. In this horror-filled game you are literally placed into the story, thanks to the 3DS’s built-in camera. Reason to go play it: The game comes with an actual book that interacts with the game when the 3DS is placed over it.

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What Go’s Reading

April

Cultural Connectives Rana Abou Rjeily Mark Batty Publisher A great book if you’re into languages and typography, this book presents Arabic from a fresh perspective and explains basic differences between the Arabic and Latin scripts through Mirsaal, a family of typefaces designed by the author. Available from www.amazon.com.

Go’s choice books for this month Words by: Brandon Barron

Young Adult: Chronicles of the Red King #1: The Secret Kingdom Jenny Nimmo

Adult: Let’s Pretend This Never Happened Jenny Lawson

Scholastic Paperbacks Release Date: 1 Apr. his story develops in a fantastical otherworld of magical creatures and unknown lands. Tomken is a nomadic prince with a quest to bring peace to his kingdom. Accompanied by his sister, Zobayda, and putting to use his magical gifts, Tomken sets out to right the wrongs that have exiled him. This is the first of a series of young adult novels set a generation before Charlie Bone, the protagonist of Jenny Nimmo’s last wildly popular fantasy series.

Penguin Release Date: 17 Apr. enny Lawson has risen to stardom via her blog, where she is know as “The Bloggess,” and this is her first published work. Think of it as a memoir of things one would normally like to forget. Lawson takes the reader on a gutsplittingly funny journey through the world of her embarrassments, including the awkwardness we know as high school, strange happenings in doctors’ offices, and the unorthodox way her parents raised her in small town America.

April Book

Releases

The Lost Years Mary Higgins Clark Simon & Schuster Release Date: 3 Apr. According to the Bible, Jesus Christ never wrote documentation of any kind. In The Lost Years, Mariah is on a quest to solve the mystery of the murder of her father, a biblical scholar who made one of the most important discoveries of all time: a letter handwritten by Jesus Christ. Although Mariah is most concerned for her mother, whom she believes was framed for the murder, the mystery continues to grow as Mariah learns more and more about the conspiracy surrounding this priceless document. Reason to go read it: This book follows the likes of The Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons, making theology suspenseful.

Calico Joe John Grisham Knopf Release Date: 10 Apr. Ask anyone who follows pro baseball, and they’ll tell you that it’s more than just a game. It’s a business and a way of life; it’s the stuff that turns nobodies into stars. Joe Castle is one of those nobodies in the minor leagues, and when the Chicago Cubs lose their first baseman, he becomes a superstar — the best example of what baseball can really do. Warren Tracey is a washed-up pitcher who would rather party than spend time with his family. When the two meet, Tracey’s son Paul is torn between cheering for his hero and being loyal to his dad. Reason to go read it: Buy this book with last year’s movie, Moneyball. The two are sure to turn any open-minded person into a baseball fan.

Farther Away Jonathan Franzen Farrar, Straus & Giroux Release Date: 24 Apr. Sometimes it’s difficult to see the rich and famous as anything but rich and famous, but, as the old saying goes, everyone must put on their pants, “one leg at a time.” Jonathan Franzen is an acclaimed novelist, but he is also an individual with unique, heartbreaking personal stories. In Farther Away, Franzen presents bitesized essays about the events in his life and the lives of those closest to him that he has found the most impacting. The collection offers a unique look into the life and mind of a literary master. Reason to go read it: Somehow, learning of the struggles others face helps us to deal with our own. If nothing else, it’s a fascinating distraction.

Kindle Book of the Month

The Wind Through the Keyhole Stephen King Scribner

Release Date: 24 Apr.

Roland is a weaponwielding nomad with a dark past. As he shares his story with the few people he trusts, they learn more about what has made him who he is. After his mother was killed, Roland was commissioned to use his skills to hunt down her killer. Little did he know that his journey would never end. This novel ties into King’s ever-popular Dark Tower series, but it can be enjoyed without reading the earlier installments. Reason to go read it: Four decades of writing and a countless fan-base can only mean one thing: investing time in reading a King novel is a sound decision. gomagjordan.com | APR. 2012 | 77

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April

CD Releases Go’s music savant, Greg Dukeson, gives us the lowdown — from rock to rap to indie — on the hot new albums out this month

What Go’s Listening to Right Now

Titanium David Guetta Nothing but the Beat

As Long As It’s Not About Love Dio Magica

Amy Winehouse

Fallen Star [DVD]

Fallen Star tells the story from Amy’s first taste of showbiz when she formed a rap duet with a friend called “Sweet n Sour” through to her subsequent journey when she caught the eyes and ears of a well known record label boss who vowed to make her a star. He succeeded, but sadly, at the age of 27, this star really did fall. Set for release on 24 April, this will be a cherished film for fans of this talented fallen musician.

This is Nicki Minaj’s second album release and features many collaborations with R&B’s greats. For instance, she’s done a duet with Chris Brown, which is going to be the second single from the album after, “Starships.” On this album, Nicki’s also worked with RedOne, Dr Luke, and HitBoy so, it’s safe to say that under Cash Money Records, Young Money Entertainment, and of course, backed by Universal, this is going to take Nicki Minaj’s music career to another dimension! (Whew!) Release Date: 3 Apr. Reason to go listen to it: Because when it comes to the hip-hop meets electro scene, Nicki Minaj is the name on everyone’s lips right now.

Counting Crows Underwater Sunshine Cooking Vinyl

Since forming in 1993, these guys have sold over 23 million albums and managed to get themselves a Grammy nomination for one of their songs used in Shrek 2. That’s pretty cool right? Even cooler is that they’ve just released an album full of cover songs! Though that might not sound all that original, when you’re as talented as the Crows, you’re not going to release anything but the best. Critics are already ranking this album as a “hit” and fans aren’t going to be disappointed. “Mercy” is already available to check out online — go have a listen; you’re going to be instantly addicted to this Tender Mercies cover. Release Date: 10 Apr. Reason to go listen to it: Because the Counting Crows don’t just cover songs, they reinvent and own them.

TRain California 37 Columbia

jack white blunderbuss Columbia

Jack White and Meg — the musical guessing game that had us guessing: are they married or are they brother and sister? Well, the truth was, they were The White Stripes, and their relationship was always secondary to their music. They gained enormous acclaim for much of their music including the brilliant, “Seven Nation Army.” But Jack’s gone solo now and his debut album is entitled, Blunderbuss. Maybe a clue about the break-up of Jack and Meg can be found in Jack White’s first single — “Love Interruption.” With haunting lyrics and soulful rock, one listen to this and you can’t help but think, the guy’s just plain cool. Release Date: 24 Apr. Reason to go listen to it: Because this is talent-filled, enigmatic, and thought provoking music.

Nicki Minaj Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded Universal

Nova Four Tet + Burial Nova

Grey Street Dave Matthews Band Busted Stuff

Called Out in the Dark Snow Patrol Fallen Empires

With Patrick Monahan on vocals, Train are about to unveil their sixth studio album and ever since their second studio release, “Drops of Jupiter,” they’ve never settled for anything less than Gold and in some cases, Platinum. This band have managed to stay mainstream enough to be successful, but still hold onto that rock n’ roll edge, which you can hear throughout the first single of California 37, entitled “Drive By.” It’s upbeat, lyrically clever, and one of those tunes you just can’t help but turn up loud. Release Date: 17 Apr. Reason to go listen to it: Because if you’re going to be turning up the music this summer, do it with this album in the car — Amman’s crazy streets will thank you!

First Serve First Serve Duck Down

If you’re not old enough to remember De La Soul, don’t worry, but just take my word for it, they used to be totally cool! First Serve is De La Soul’s new conceptual hip-hop group, and this eponymous debut album tells the story of two young boys from Queens with big dreams. Oh, and it’s also from their slogan, “First come, first serve, get what you deserve.” De La Soul’s Plug 1 and Plug 2, and French producers Chokolate and Khalid come together to lay down some old-skool grooves to tell us a tale of making it big and the pitfalls that follow. Release Date: 2 Apr. Reason to go listen to it: Because these hot beats could just be the surprise soundtrack to summer! gomagjordan.com | APR. 2012 | 79

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“Wild” Tracks Born to be Wild

Originally sung by: Steppenwolf Released in: 1968 Awesome cover by: Slayer Rock out with: Biker gear

El Far3i

Go chatted with Tareq Abu Kwaik of El Far3i to discuss his homegrown music and his new acoustic album Real Wild Child

Go: How long have you been making music for, and how did you get into it? El Far3i: I’ve been writing poetry and lyrics and playing drums for about 15 years. I’ve been writing songs on guitar for 12 years. And I’ve been rapping (seriously rapping) for about five years now. I’ve always had a passion for lyrics with a message, which I got into by listening to different kinds of music and playing with different groups. Go: You go by the name of El Far3i. What’s the meaning behind that name? EF: El Far3i means, “the not main,” so, for example, not a main street, but a side street, or not the main article on a front page, but more like the information that’s not allowed to be on the front page. It comes from the idea of the sort of thing that’s important, but you just don’t pay attention to it. Like if you arrive in some city and walk in the middle of its most popular street, you will see a representation of that place, but if you want to find a more real layer and see what its people are about, you’ll need to walk among the side streets. And I feel like the content of my music addresses that. Go: You make music with everyone from jazz musicians to rappers to rock bands. How would you describe your own style of music? EF: I describe my style as Arab/alternative/indie/ rap/spoken word/rock... I could go on forever, but I think my style is rather, “sounds from Amman.” To be clear, as a musician my main instrument are the drums, so I practice my skill by playing with a fusion jazz band, which always keep things challenging. I don’t want to lose my ability as an instrumentalist for the sake of song writing. I see them as different things that feed each other, like how a pro footballer will also do weight training. But I’m a songwriter, an Arabic slang poet, and a percussionist too, plus I like rapping and bringing my very personal message to the people. So I’ve 80 | APR. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

also recently release a hip-hop album entitled, Far3 El Madakhil. And as a musician who wants to transmit emotions, I like writing songs and playing with a band as well. That’s why I’m also the founder of an Arab indie/post-rock band.

Go: Tell us about your live shows in Amman. EF: We do shows on a regular basis to make sure there is always live hip-hop happening in Amman. We even did a show in Beirut recently, and we will be doing one in Palestine very soon. But right now DJ Sotusura and I are doing a regular gig at Books@ called, “The DJ Sotusura & El Far3i Show.” Most of the time we have guest performances too, from the region, as well as local MCs. To keep up-to-date with El Far3i’s releases and gigs, log on to: www.facebook.com/ A5ook.El.Far3i www.reverbnation.com/ elfar3i www.youtube.com/user/ far3i

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Originally sung by: Johnny O’Keefe Released in: 1958 Awesome cover by: Iggy Pop Rock out with: Glam hair

Go: Tell us about, Soat Min Khashab. EF: Soat Min Khashab (which means, “A Voice From Wood”) is the result of a style that grew spontaneously. Think, grooving on an acoustic Wild World guitar with a careless hand, where the guitar is not Originally sung by: CatStevens meant to be clean and clear, but more honest, dry, Released in: 1970 Awesome cover by: and raw, with heartfelt singing over that. Some of ATribeCalledQuest these songs were written eight years ago, and some Rock out with: were done just three months ago before I walked Awavinglighter into the studio (Sweetspot Soundworks) to record. The album is a personal one-man show in which, I hope, people will feel like I’m a brother from Amman who is sitting in the room with them singing and rapping about his thoughts on our world. I didn’t really choose to go acoustic with this album — being on an acoustic guitar is very Walk on the Wild Side natural for me. So Soat Min Khashab’s overall Originally sung by: Lou Reed theme is wood dry vocals, wooden guitars, with Released in: 1972 very minimal enhancements, and some guest Awesome cover by: Mr. Big musicians, like Hamzeh Arnaout (who is also my Rock out with: producer on Far3 El Madakhil). Dark sunglasses Go: Where can fans listen to it and buy it? EF: It will soon be available in places like Books@Café, Jo Bedu, Turtle Green Tea Bar, plus we always sell my albums at our shows. Go: What’s your advice for aspiring musicians? Wild Thing EF: Music is about being inspired and acting upon Originally sung by: that. I guess my advice is to attend shows and listen The Wild Ones to what people around you are doing so that you Released in: 1965 have variety in your influences. Also, you should Awesome coverby: TheTroggs Rock out with: A baseball always add extra effort to sound a bit different so jersey that you force the scene to keep it fresh.

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April

DVD/Blu-Ray Releases The top movies to own this month

Words by: Brandon Barron

Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol Director: Brad Bird Cast: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner Genre: Action MPAA Rating: PG-13 Release Date: 17 Apr. Ethan Hunt is still in the same daredevil game of international espionage, but this time the IMF has been implicated in a bombing which forces Hunt and his team to go rogue. The fate of the world is in their hands as they travel the globe searching for key players who are all part of a scheme leading to secret Russian nuclear launch codes. From Moscow to Budapest to Dubai and Mumbai, the Impossible Missions Force crew must fight the very essence of evil so that an unsuspecting world can remain safe. The disc(s) will include: “Suiting Up in Prague,” “Heating Up in Dubai,” and “Vancouver Fisticuffs.”

We Bought a Zoo Director: Cameron Crowe Cast: Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson, Thomas Haden Church Genre: Comedy/Drama MPAA Rating: PG Release Date: 3 Apr. There’s nothing like a pick-me-up film to catalyze the effects of spring, and We Bought a Zoo is definitely one of those movies. Matt Damon plays Benjamin Mee, a single father of two who is disillusioned by city life and opts for a major life change. The result is the family moving to a rural house, which just happens to come with a zoo. While there, Benjamin teams up with the head zookeeper, Kelly (Johansson), to turn the fledgling animal park back into a fun family attraction. The disc(s) will include: An original soundtrack by Jónsi (from Sigur Rós), deleted and extended scenes.

The Iron Lady Director: Phyllida Lloyd Cast: Meryl Streep, Jim Broadbent, Richard E. Grant Genre: Drama MPAA Rating: PG-13 Release Date: 10 Apr. The 1980s were a decade of instability across the globe. While the rich got richer, the poor got poorer, and the Cold War got colder, the people of the world looked to a small group of individuals for a sense of stability. Arguably, Margaret Thatcher, who was Prime Minister of the UK during the entire decade, led that group. Meryl Streep stars in a career defining biopic chronicling — in a very intimate way — the life of one of the world’s greatest leaders. The disc(s) will include: “The Making of The Iron Lady” and four mini-featurettes, including “Recreating the Young Margaret Thatcher.”

Born to Be Wild (IMAX) Director: David Lickley Cast: Birute Galdikas, Daphne Sheldrick, Morgan Freeman Genre: Documentary MPAA Rating: G Release Date: 17 Apr. Many of the world’s best nature documentaries have one thing in common: Morgan Freeman. And rightfully so! Freeman’s mellow, compelling voice makes the fascinating animal kingdom all the more captivating. In Born to be Wild, animals are not the only subject however. The documentary follows the lives of orphaned orangutans and elephants, as well as their loving caretakers as they partner together to help endangered species regain a fighting chance. The disc(s) will include: An in-depth behind the scenes feature, showing the digital filming techniques IMAX used to capture the crisp footage.

Where the Wild Things Are (2009) Director: Spike Jonze Cast: Max Records, Catherine O’Hara Tagline: There’s one in all of us. Truth: What happens when imagination runs free.

Into the Wild (2007) Director: Sean Penn Cast: Emile Hirsch, Vince Vaughn, Catherine Keener Tagline: Your great adventure on Alaska. Truth: It’s called “the wild” for a reason.

Wild Wild West (1999) Director: Barry Sonnenfeld Cast: Will Smith, Kevin Kline, Kenneth Branagh Tagline: On July 2nd, it’s a whole new west. Truth: Will Smith as a cowboy.

Wild Hogs (2007) Director: Walt Becker Cast: Tim Allen, Martin Lawrence, John Travolta Tagline: Ride hard... or stay home! Truth: Dads gone wild… or at least attempting to.

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Releases If you miss out on episodes because of your busy schedule, or are planning to catch up on TV’s most talked about shows, check out this month’s releases

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood

One Tree Hill: The Ninth Season

Frozen Planet: The Complete Series

Studio: Funimation Prod Release Date: 24 Apr. Reason to go get it: This second series of one of the greatest anime TV series of all time still wows diehard fans of the original.

Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 10 Apr. Reason to go get it: Get your hands on this final season to find out: who is betrayed by her father? Who goes missing? And, who gets shot? (Buy a box of tissues, too.)

Studio: BBC Warner Release Date: 17 Apr. Reason to go get it: Forget traveling to Mars! Our own planet is full of strange unknowns at the northernmost and southernmost extremes.

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Walid Zou’bi

Walid is the sort of man you listen to. Go’s Mike V. Derderian turned into the mesmerized Russian to Zou’bi’s Colonel Kurtz during their interview, listening to how he’s worked on music videos, films, and magazine photo shoots as a styling and image consultant since 1984

Evangelista, and Naomi Campbell, in addition to renowned 80s pop bands. What’s the most high profile project you’ve worked on thus far? WZ: I worked on the Disney-produced film, The United, in 2011 directed by Amin Matalqa. Go: Which was your first international feature film? WZ: The Young Sherlock Holmes (1985). I worked in the makeup department. I was supposed to act in it, but I said no as I thought it was too much of a hassle to learn the lines. Go: You mentioned that you worked on music videos that air on MTV. Which should we look out for? WZ: I’ve worked with Visage, Whigfield — who also was one of the models at one of my shows — Aqua, Culture Club, Thompson Twins, and Sisters of Mercy. If I was to give you a resume, it would be quite long. But I mostly concentrate on my private clients, which is why when people ask me about my most recent work I usually have to tell them, “I can’t tell you!” Go: You are also into drawing and painting. WZ: Nowadays, I start out with a pencil drawing and then ink it and color it using watercolors before I get it scanned and work digitally on it a little more. I am a bit old school. Go: You said that people who saw your artwork started telling you that some of your drawn and painted personas resembled you. What was your answer to that? WZ: You write and draw what you know!

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Go: How can you describe your work as a make-up artist in one sentence? Walid Zou’bi: Make-up is not what I do, it’s what I am. I do make-up, beauty therapy, airbrush, high definition make-up, screen makeup, television make-up, and print make-up, in addition to period make-up and designs. Go: You’re a make-up artist, SFX make-up artist, artist, consultant, writer, and Art Director. How did you perfect all of these talents? WZ: It’s my passion for things. When I did a refresher course in 1996 in Hollywood, three days into the course I ended up teaching! Nowadays, it’s so much easier because you have all of these, “How To” Websites and YouTube. So I often say to people, don’t just buy into the fact you just have to go to school to learn make-up. Everything is available at your fingertips online.

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Go: Tell us about how you work. WZ: My mind has no solid borders, it is fluid. I am known as a spin-doctor. I think in a nonlinear way. I ask people: if make-up suddenly disappeared what would you do if you are all relying on readymade products? Give me five basic colors and I can create something from nothing; I can even create foundation from household products.

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Walid Zou’bi’s Experience S.I.C. (Styling Image Consultants) since January, 1984 (28 years).

Go: If someone is to survive in your profession what does he/she have to do? WZ: Establish your name. The only way to do that is by doing student films and low budget films. I still get calls to do student films that I agree to do because they are by friends and I really believe in their talent. In general, you have to be tough and stubborn, and you also shouldn’t give up your day job. Having the make-up education is not enough. I don’t know everything, but I know everything there is to know about the market and about make-up, as I’ve researched make-up all the way back to its origins. I have books on anthropology and books on how to construct faces on skulls. You need to be well-rounded. If I walk into someone’s house and find books about business and he/she are into business, I won’t be impressed. You have to have books about everything! You need to be constantly learning your trade. It’s not just about knowing how to do make-up, because even a monkey can do make-up. Go: Any other words of advice? WZ: What you need to do is hook up with a photographer and start building your portfolio. That’s what you have to do and that’s advice I give to everybody!

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104.2

Sunday 08:00 - 11:00 Scrambled Greg with Greg Dukeson 14:00 - 16:00 Benzine with Sasha Rabadi Monday 08:00 - 11:00 Scrambled Greg with Greg Dukeson 14:00 - 16:00 Benzine with Sasha Rabadi Tuesday 08:00 - 11:00 Scrambled Greg with Greg Dukeson 14:00 - 16:00 Benzine with Sasha Rabadi Wednesday 08:00 - 11:00 Scrambled Greg with Greg Dukeson 14:00 - 16:00 Benzine with Sasha Rabadi Thursday 08:00 - 11:00 Scrambled Greg with Greg Dukeson 14:00 - 16:00 Benzine with Sasha Rabadi Friday 16:00 - 19:30 American Top 40 with Ryan Seacrest 22:00 - 00:00 B Line with DJ Yaz Saturday 11:00 - 14:30 American Top 40 with Ryan Seacrest (repeat)

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SUNDAY 06:00 - 10:00 The Big Breakfast Show with Lee McGrath 06:30 - 06:45, The Movie Quiz 06:55, 7:45, 09:45 Yes/No Game 09:15 - 0930 The Movie Quiz 10:00 - 15:00 Daytime Hours Hit Music 15:00 - 19:00 The Driveback with Zein Hannoun 16:00 Hot 4 @ 4

MONDAY 06:00 - 10:00 The Big Breakfast Show with Lee McGrath 06:30 - 06:45, The Movie Quiz 06:55, 7:45, 09:45 Yes/No Game 09:15 - 0930 The Movie Quiz 10:00 - 15:00 Daytime Hours Hit Music 15:00 - 19:00 The Driveback with Zein Hannoun 16:00 Hot 4 @ 4 TUESDAY 06:00 - 10:00 The Big Breakfast Show with Lee McGrath 06:30 - 06:45, The Movie Quiz 06:55, 7:45, 09:45 Yes/No Game 09:15 - 0930 The Movie Quiz 10:00 - 15:00 Daytime Hours Hit Music 15:00 - 19:00 The Driveback with Zein Hannoun 16:00 Hot 4 @ 4 WEDNESDAY 06:00 - 10:00 The Big Breakfast Show with Lee McGrath 06:30 - 06:45, The Movie Quiz 06:55, 7:45, 09:45 Yes/No Game 09:15 - 0930 The Movie Quiz 10:00 - 15:00 Daytime Hours Hit Music 15:00 - 19:00 The Driveback with Zein Hannoun 16:00 Hot 4 @ 4 THURSDAY 06:00 - 10:00 The Big Breakfast Show with Lee McGrath 06:30 - 06:45, The Movie Quiz 06:55, 7:45, 09:45 Yes/No Game 09:15 - 0930 The Movie Quiz 10:00 - 15:00 Daytime Hours Hit Music 15:00 - 19:00 The Driveback with Zein Hannoun 16:00 Hot 4 @ 4 21:00 - 00:00 Nonstop Play with DJ Flava FRIDAY 19:00 - 21:00 Top 20 with Lee McGrath 21:00 - 00:00 Nonstop Play with DJ Flava

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Sunday 06:30 - 10:30 The Breakfast Espresso with Luma 10:30 - 16:00 100 SPIN Hits in a Row 16:00 - 19:00 The Zoo Crew Big Drive Home with Hasan & Ibrahim 19:00 - 21:00 The Hot 30 with Luma Monday 06:30 - 10:30 The Breakfast Espresso with Luma 10:30 - 16:00 100 SPIN Hits in a Row 16:00 - 19:00 The Zoo Crew Big Drive Home with Hasan & Ibrahim 19:00 - 21:00 The Hot 30 with Luma 22:00 - 02:00 The Juice with Kitchen Crowd

19:00 - 21:00 The Weekend Warm-Up Mix with DJ Exoda 21:00 - 00:00 The Fix with DJ BeeBee 00:00 - 02:00 VONYC Sessions with Paul van Dyk Friday 20:00 - 22:00 The Sound of London with Ayah Marar 22:00 - 00:00 The Juice with Kitchen Crowd 00:00 - 01:00 Corsten's Countdown with Ferry Corsten Saturday 19:00 - 22:00 Rock Out with Ibrahim

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Sunday 06:00 - 10:00 Sunny Morning Show with Hanna Ali 09:00 90s at 9

Wednesday 06:30 - 10:30 The Breakfast Espresso with Luma 10:30 - 16:00 100 SPIN Hits in a Row 16:00 - 19:00 The Zoo Crew Big Drive Home with Hasan & Ibrahim 19:00 - 21:00 The Hot 30 with Luma 22:00 - 00:00 The Indie Show with Zein Thursday 06:30 - 10:30 The Breakfast Espresso with Luma 10:30 - 16:00 100 SPIN Hits in a Row 16:00 - 19:00 The Zoo Crew Big Drive Home with Hasan & Ibrahim

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Sunday 07:00 - 11:00 Rob Stevens 11:00 - 15:00 Callie 15:00 - 19:00 Scott Phillips 19:00 - 20:00 The Mix with DJ Godfather 22:00 - 00:00 Triple Dee with David Dunne & Andy Daniels Monday 07:00 - 11:00 Rob Stevens 11:00 - 15:00 Callie 15:00 - 19:00 Scott Phillips 19:00 - 20:00 The Mix with DJ Godfather 22:00 - 00:00 Global Dance Sessions with Brian Cheetam

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Tuesday 06:30 - 10:30 The Breakfast Espresso with Luma 10:30 - 16:00 100 SPIN Hits in a Row 16:00 - 19:00 The Zoo Crew Big Drive Home with Hasan & Ibrahim 19:00 - 21:00 The Hot 30 with Luma 22:00 - 01:00 The Rock Out with Ibrahim

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Monday 06:00 - 10:00 Sunny Morning Show with Hanna Ali 09:00 90s at 9 Tuesday 06:00 - 10:00 Sunny Morning Show with Hanna Ali 09:00 90s at 9

Tuesday 07:00 - 11:00 Rob Stevens 11:00 - 15:00 Callie 15:00 - 19:00 Scott Phillips 19:00 - 20:00 The Mix with DJ Godfather 22:00 - 00:00 Rock N’ Jordan 00:00 - 02:00 The Core with DJ Shukx Wednesday 07:00 - 11:00 Rob Stevens 11:00 - 15:00 Callie 15:00 - 19:00 Scott Phillips 19:00 - 20:00 The Mix with DJ Godfather 22:00 - 00:00 Urban Beats with DJ Sotusura

Wednesday 06:00 - 10:00 Sunny Morning Show with Hanna Ali 09:00 90s at 9 Thursday 06:00 - 10:00 Sunny Morning Show with Hanna Ali 09:00 90s at 9 20:00 - 00:00 The Sunny Feel Good Party Friday 10:00 - 13:00 The Lazy Friday Show 20:00 - 00:00 The Sunny Feel Good Party

Thursday 07:00 - 11:00 Rob Stevens 11:00 - 15:00 Callie 15:00 - 19:00 Scott Phillips 19:00 - 21:00 Weekend Warmup 21:00 - 22:00 The Dorm Sessions with DJ Fuzz 22:00 - 00:00 A State of Trance with Armin van Buuren 00:00 - 02:00 Anjuna Beats World Wide

Friday 12:00 - 18:00 Scott Phillips 18:00 - 21:00 Godfather’s Mix reloaded 21:00 - 23:00 Trance Around the World 23:00 - 01:00 Global DJ Broadcast with Marcus Schultz 01:00 - 04:00 Late Night Show with DJ Moh Saturday 12:00 - 18:00 Callie 22:00 - 00:00 Smooth Grooves

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Sunday 06:00 - 07:00 Non Stop 07:00 - 10:00 Lee Moulsdale 10:00 - 11:00 Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine 11:00 - 14:00 Non Stop 14:00 - 15:00 Golden Hour 15:00 - 19:00 Jean-Paul Hansford 19:00 - 20:00 Golden Hour 20:00 - 22:00 Classic Rock with Jean-Paul Hansford 22:00 - 01:00 Mood After Dark 01:00 - 02:00 Non Stop

Monday 06:00 - 07:00 Non Stop 07:00 - 10:00 Lee Moulsdale 10:00 - 11:00 Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine 11:00 - 14:00 Non Stop 14:00 - 15:00 Golden Hour 15:00 - 19:00 Jean-Paul Hansford 19:00 - 20:00 Golden Hour 20:00 - 22:00 Nostalgia with Lee Moulsdale 22:00 - 01:00 Mood After Dark 01:00 - 02:00 Non Stop Tuesday 06:00 - 07:00 Non Stop 07:00 - 10:00 Lee Moulsdale

10:00 - 11:00 Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine 11:00 - 14:00 Non Stop 14:00 - 15:00 Golden Hour 15:00 - 19:00 Jean-Paul Hansford 19:00 - 20:00 Golden Hour 20:00 - 22:00 Simply 70s with Jean-Paul Hansford 22:00 - 01:00 Mood After Dark 01:00 - 02:00 Non Stop Wednesday 06:00 - 07:00 Non Stop 07:00 - 10:00 Lee Moulsdale 10:00 - 11:00 Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine 11:00 - 14:00 Non Stop 14:00 - 15:00 Golden Hour 15:00 - 19:00 Jean-Paul Hansford 19:00 - 20:00 Golden Hour 20:00 - 22:00 Totally 80s with Gary King 22:00 - 01:00 Mood After Dark 01:00 - 02:00 Non Stop Thursday 06:00 - 07:00 Non Stop 07:00 - 10:00 Lee Moulsdale 10:00 - 11:00 Lee Moulsdale with the Time Machine 11:00 - 14:00 Non Stop 14:00 - 15:00 Golden Hour 15:00 - 19:00 Jean-Paul Hansford 19:00 - 20:00 Golden Hour 20:00 - 22:00 Disco with Lee Moulsdale 22:00 - 01:00 Non Stop Party, including Godfather’s Retro Mix 01:00 - 02:00 Non Stop Friday 06:00 - 14:00 Non Stop 14:00 - 18:00 Tiiu Shelley 18:00 - 22:00 Guilty Pleasures with JeanPaul Hansford 22:00 - 01:00 Mood After Dark 01:00 - 02:00 Non Stop Saturday 06:00 - 14:00 Non Stop 14:00 - 18:00 Tiiu Shelley 18:00 - 22:00 Non Stop 22:00 - 01:00 Mood After Dark 01:00 - 02:00 Non Stop

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Hey DJ! Go chatted with HDFM 104.2’s Yazz to discuss all things radio and music

Go: How long have you been a radio DJ for? And how did you get into it? Yazz: I’ve been passionate about DJing for around eight years now. It started as a hobby while I was completing my Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering and then I realized I wanted it to be my life! I went to SAE to complete an Audio Engineering and Electronic Music Production degree and, before I knew it, I was working in clubs, private parties, special events, and then subsequently I was hired by HDFM 104.2 to produce two weekly shows. Go: What is your opinion on the music scene here in Jordan? Y: The music scene is growing, but it still has some way to go. However, it is refreshing to know that people are listening to many different varieties of music nowadays and I think that it can only continue to improve. Go: What kind of music do you mostly listen to during your downtime? Y: I am a big fan of Pink Floyd, Metallica, and my influences when it comes to producing that, “perfect mix,” include Dido and Nadia Ali. Go: What would you recommend to someone who’s looking to get into the radio biz? Y: Work hard at what you love, practice and try as best as you can to look beyond your own tastes and recognize what other genres people also love. Also, try to keep yourself updated with the latest technology!

Win with SPIN Jordan During April on the Breakfast Espresso, get the chance to win the brand new Motorola Atrix 2 and Razr from A-Tic. All you have to do is play “Pick Your No’s” on-air with Luma and win big! Tune into the Zoo Crew to get the chance to win iPods, iPads, and a Macbook Air! They’ve got a bag full of all your favorite Apple products, and they want to share them with you! Listen in on weekdays from 4:00pm to 7:00pm to win. 86 | apr. 2012 | gomagjordan.com

Name 5 tracks you’re currently listening to 1. “Rolling the Dice” by Sander van Doorn, Sidney Samson, & Nadia Ali 2. “When We Stand Together” by Nickelback 3. “Glad You Came” by The Wanted 4. “Called Out In The Dark” by Snow Patrol 5. “No Surprise” by Daughtry

Go: What do you think about the free downloading of music from applications like LimeWire, eMule, and BitTorrent? Y: I have mixed feelings about it. Like most people, I have to admit I’ve used these, but when it comes to people getting the music I release, of course I’d prefer it if they bought it! Go: Which singer/band/DJ would you love to see perform live here in the Kingdom? Y: Metallica, Nadia Ali, and Above&Beyond.

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Grand CINEMAs Guide Grand Cinemas’ movie releases for the month of April.* Visit www.grandcinemas.com or call (06) 581 8808 for movie times.

5 April

The Pirates! Band of Misfits (3D)

Director: Peter Lord, Jeff Newitt Cast: Hugh Grant, Salma Hayek, Jeremy Piven Genre: Animation Rating: PG In The Pirates! Band of Misfits 3D, Hugh Grant stars in his first animated role as the bearded Pirate Captain – a boundlessly enthusiastic, if somewhat less-thansuccessful, terror of the High Seas. With a rag-tag crew at his side, and seemingly blind to the impossible odds stacked against him, the Captain has one dream: to beat his bitter rivals Black Bellamy (Piven) and Cutlass Liz (Hayek) to the much coveted Pirate Of The Year Award. It’s a quest that takes our heroes from the shores of exotic Blood Island to the foggy streets of Victorian London.

Titanic (3D)

Director: James Cameron Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane Genre: Drama/Adventure Rating: PG-13 Titanic is a 1997 epic romance and disaster film directed, written, and co-produced by James Cameron. A fictionalized account of the sinking of the RMS Titanic, it stars DiCaprio as James Dawson, Winslet as Rose DeWitt Bukater, and Zane as Rose’s fiancé, Cal Hockley. Jack and Rose are members of different social classes who fall in love aboard the ship during its ill-fated maiden voyage.

The Cold Light of Day

Director: Mabrouk El Mechri Cast: Henry Cavill, Bruce Willis, Sigourney Weaver Genre: Action/Thriller Rating: PG-13 A young American uncovers a conspiracy during his attempt to save his family, who were kidnapped while on vacation in Spain.

12 April

Project X

Director: Nima Nourizadeh Cast: Thomas Mann, Oliver Cooper, Jonathan Daniel Brown Genre: Comedy Rating: R Project X follows three seemingly anonymous high school seniors as

they attempt to finally make a name for themselves. Their idea is innocent enough: let’s throw a party that no one will forget… but nothing could prepare them for this party. Word spreads quickly as dreams are ruined, records are blemished, and legends are born. Project X is a warning to parents and police everywhere.

American Reunion

Director: Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg Cast: Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, Seann William Scott Genre: Comedy Rating: R In the comedy American Reunion, all the American Pie characters we met a little more than a decade ago are returning to East Great Falls for their high-school reunion. In one longoverdue weekend, they will discover what has changed, who hasn’t, and that time and distance can’t break the bonds of friendship.

The Flowers of War

Director: Yimou Zhang Cast: Christian Bale, Ni Ni, Xinyi Zhang Genre: Drama Rating: R From director Zhang Yimou (Hero and House Of Flying Daggers) comes a story of love and war — and a band of outcasts who emerge as unlikely heroes from the shadows of a city’s occupation. It begins when the danger in the streets of Nanjing throws together a group of opposites — a flock of shell-shocked school children, a dozen seductive courtesans, and a renegade American (Bale) posing as a priest to save his own skin — all seeking safety behind a walled cathedral. Trapped by marauding soldiers, over the next few days the prejudices and divides between them will fall away as they unite around a last-ditch plan to protect the children from impending catastrophe.

Street Dance 2

Director: Max Giwa, Dania Pasquini Cast: Tom Conti, George Sampson, Falk Hentschel Genre: Music/Drama Rating: PG-13 When top street dancer Ash, (Hentschel) is laughed off stage by American crew Invincible, he and his best friend Eddie (Sampson) set off to gather the best dances from around the world to take them on — with a dance style

they weren’t expecting. With landmark locations, a spectacular fusion of dance styles, and an unparalleled vibrancy, the sequel to StreetDance sees our hero fall in love with a beautiful salsa dancer as he discovers the magic, power, and passion of dancing for the ultimate global dance off.

19 April

The Lucky One

Director: Scott Hicks Cast: Zac Efron, Taylor Schilling, Blythe Danner Genre: Drama Rating: PG-13 U.S. Marine Sergeant Logan Thibault (Efron) returns from his third tour of duty in Iraq, with the one thing he credits with keeping him alive — a photograph he found of a woman he doesn’t even know. Learning her name is Beth (Schilling) and where she lives, he shows up at her door, and ends up taking a job at her family-run local kennel. Despite her initial mistrust and the complications in her life, a romance develops between them, giving Logan hope that Beth could be much more than his good luck charm.

Battleship

Director: Peter Berg Cast: Alexander Skarsgård, Brooklyn Decker, Liam Neeson Genre: Action/Sci-Fi Rating: PG-13 Peter Berg (Hancock) produces and directs Battleship, an epic-scaled action-adventure that unfolds across the seas, in the skies, and over land as our planet fights for survival against a superior force. Inspired by Hasbro’s classic naval combat game, Battleship stars Taylor Kitsch as Lt. Alex Hopper, a Naval officer assigned to the USS John Paul Jones; Brooklyn Decker as Sam Shane, a physical therapist and Hopper’s fiancée; Alexander Skarsgård as Hopper’s older brother, Stone, Commanding Officer of the USS Sampson; Rihanna as Petty Officer Raikes, Hopper’s crewmate and weapons specialist; and Liam Neeson as Hopper and Stone’s superior (and Sam’s father), Admiral Shane.

parents (Poehler) in the recesses of a suburban garden home, unbeknown to the homeowner and her housekeeper. Like all little people, Arrietty remains hidden from view, except during occasional covert ventures beyond the floorboards to “borrow” scrap supplies like sugar cubes from her human hosts. But when 12-year-old Shawn, a human boy who comes to stay in the home, discovers his mysterious housemate one evening, a secret friendship blossoms. If discovered, their relationship could drive Arrietty’s family from the home and straight into danger. From the legendary Studio Ghibli (Spirited Away) comes an animated adventure based on Mary Norton’s acclaimed children’s book series, The Borrowers.

26 April

21 Jump Street

Director: Phil Lord, Chris Miller Cast: Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum, Ice Cube Genre: Action/Comedy Rating: R In the action-comedy 21 Jump Street, Schmidt (Hill) and Jenko (Tatum) are more than ready to leave their adolescent problems behind. Joining the police force and the secret Jump Street unit, they use their youthful appearances to go undercover in a local high school. As they trade in their guns and badges for backpacks, Schmidt and Jenko risk their lives to investigate a violent and dangerous drug ring. But they find that high school is nothing like they left it just a few years earlier — and neither expects that they will have to confront the terror and anxiety of being a teenager again and all the issues they thought they left behind.

The Secret World of Arrietty

Director: Hiromasa Yonebayashi Cast: Bridgit Mendler, Amy Poehler, Will Arnett Genre: Animation Rating: G Arrietty (Mendler), a tiny but tenacious 14-year-old, lives with her

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* These movie releases are correct at the time of print. Please make sure to double-check the releases with Grand Cinemas in case any scheduling changes occur during the month.

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Blogger of the Month

MudandDough Blog Name: Trash Can Diaries Blog URL: trashcandiaries.wordpress.com Age: Mid-life Nationality: Jordanian

Go: When did you start blogging? MudandDough: Since 25 November, 2011. Go: What got you into the blogosphere? M: I wanted to reflect upon and share the story of our family’s war on trash, or rather, the waste products we send to the dumpster. In August 2011, we set out on a mission to radically reduce our domestic trash output. This involved drastic changes to how we handled trash, and to our lifestyle, consumption habits, and economic and environmental attitudes. I thought that this would be a story worth documenting, reflecting upon, and sharing. Go: How did you come up with the name “Trash Can Diaries”? M: The “trash can” is the central metaphor of this blog, which is about changing our lives from the trash can, back. If our trash can could speak, what would it say about us, our choices, and attitudes, and the significance of the changes we are undergoing, hence the name.

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Go: What are your favorite things to blog about? M: Although I like sharing practical

Quick Qs: Blogger or WordPress? Wordpress. Copyright or copyleft? Not sure. Mac or PC? PC. Desktop or laptop? Laptop for sure. iPhone or BlackBerry? Blackberry. iPod or MP3? iTunes off of my laptop. I don’t like listening to music through earphones. Coke or Pepsi? Flavored water or fresh juice in season. Na’meh wella khishneh? Kollaj Omar.

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tips, I don’t think of Trash Can Diaries as a “how to” blog. I am most excited when a post successfully manages to capture the “change in consciousness” and “mindset” instigated by our experiment. Trash is created not only by our habits and behavior, but also by a state of mind, a way of seeing the world, its resources, nature, the environment, and even society. So I am most excited when I feel that my blog post helps stimulate a more critical consciousness. Go: What kind of reactions are you getting from your readers? M: Considering its young age, the blog is gathering a growing readership and follow-up through Facebook and email, and not only from Jordan. There are also the occasional engaging comments and queries, especially about the practical tips.

And these are my top five tweets! ArabObserver 27 Dec ‘11 In a civilized society, a man beating up a man, is considered shameful.. not admirable #JO #JordanYouth

Go: What are you hoping readers do after they click away from TCD? M: That they stop and think about the implications of mindless consumerism and globalization, not only on our environment, but also on our state of mind and quality of life. Once the awareness changes, behavior follows.

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I got introduced to Twitter first at the Young Leaders Visitors Program in 2008, a leadership program by the Swedish Institute. I created an account back then, but wasn’t really active until I joined Thoughtpick in February 2009 where we focused on Twitter to bring more traffic to the company’s blog, plus market our developed tools, Tweepi.com and followfridayhelper.com. I recently joined Public Action USAID to promote conservation and preservation behavior regarding water and energy in the country, as well as reducing solid waste, thus I created the hashtag #JOWEE to group water, energy, and environment Twitter conversations in Jordan.

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ArabObserver 19 Nov ‘11 Strong message by Lana Nasser “I am obliged to give my husband my religion, but I cannot give him my citizenship.” bit.ly/ rTT9xQ #JO ArabObserver 22 Jan ‘12 ‫الشرف شوه باقي القيم اإلجتماعية‬ ‫ لكن المحبة‬،‫وتعالى عليها‬ ‫تبقى حاضرة في قلوبنا لتنير‬ ‫طريقنا و تعيد عقولنا إلى‬ ‫ صوابها‬t.co/BbM1dhNY #JO ArabObserver 28 Jan ‘12 ‫في طفولتي كنت أحب اللعب بقطع‬ ‫ و اليوم أصبحت كلمات‬،‫الليجو‬ ‫اللغة العربية أحب االلعاب‬ ‫ الى قلبي‬t.co/L9ymsxxH #jo ArabObserver 8 Feb ‘12 I have this deep admiration for strong full of life women! There are many of them in Jordan! Pretty inspiring! #JO gomagjordan.com | apr. 2012 | 89

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