I guess that is part of the problem. For me it isn't remotely close to the center. It is about 70% toward the right side of the screen. When I have 3 barbarian villages in close proximity, I have no idea which one I jumped to without paying attention the the coordinates.
edit: OK, I see now. It is pretty close to the center while my battle report is still open. I tend to close that window after I click 'jump to'. That is why it was off to the side. I still feel it would be easier if there was some sort of hi-lite on the village I just jumped to. It isn't as big of a deal now that I know what to look for though. Thanks.