Photos: Jason Rezaian

Jason Rezaian isn’t just Matador’s destination expert on Iran — he does this for a living.

Ever had a travel question you wanted answered about Iran? This is your lucky day. Long-time Matador member Jason Rezaian happens to be our destination expert on the country, and he comes to us well qualified.

In his own words:

I assist journalists as well as private citizens in their travel plans for Iran, and I would love to answer any questions you may have.

How’s that for an invitation?

Here’s a little more about this week’s expert:

Favorite places I’ve been: Esfahan, Iran. Bangkok. New York City. Musee Rodin, Paris. Havana.
Languages spoken, other than English: Farsi and Spanish
I felt the most immersed in a foreign culture when: Getting my drycleaning done in Tehran.

Jason has shared his experiences here on Matador in the article A Common Language: Discovering Baseball in Iran, and he blogs about expat life in the country for the San Francisco Chronicle website.

He’s also writer and executive producer of a documentary titled “A World Between.”

Got questions? All you have to do is click over to Jason’s Matador profile and send him a message.

For more on his professional services, visit Iran Media Service.

Community Connection

Don’t forget, we’re always looking to expand our roster of destination experts. If you think you’ve got what it takes, read this forum post about how to apply.

 
 

About The Author

Hal Amen

Freelance writer Hal Amen edits Matador Trips. His personal travel blog is at WayWorded.

  • Kathy

    Baseball in Iran? Who knew?

  • http://www.worldatmywheels.com Mark Booker

    Hey, so I guess you are the perfect person to ask then?!

    Im cycle touring and have been extremely excited to go through Iran for a long time. I have heard such good things about the country.

    But where is actually good for a cyclist to go to and where is safe right now. I guess I should say where is UNSAFE right now. I will be arriving there if i get my visa from turkey, in approximately 1-2months.

    I love markets and great nature views. I wll have to make my way from turkey, to pakistan. What would you advise as a good route, very roughly?!

    Im from the uk and a young male, white skin and blonde hair. Should I shave my head or anything?Please give me all the tips you can so that I can have a great experience and nt offend anyone!

    thankyou very much!

  • Jason Rezaian

    Thanks for the question… Most of the country is safe, besides Sistan and Baluchistan. You should have a look at my friend, Michelle May’s blog. She made a similar trip a couple of years ago, and I’m sure she’d love to talk to you about it.

    http://meshelmay.com/blog/

    Best,

    Jason

  • http://www.florencehotelderose.com/ jush

    If you wanted to have a memorable travel, you can always add on to your list the place of Iran. Many have proven that Iran is such a beautiful place. You can be sure to have a wonderful stay in such place having beautiful scenic views.

  • Jade

    My understanding is that it is nigh on impossible to get a visa for Iran at the moment due to the current political situation and tense relations with most of the West. Is this what you understand as well? Im an Australian/New Zealand citizen, which is at least better than being an American in relation to visiting Iran :)

 

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