If you are looking for information on the Aqaba to Taba ferry then this post has everything you need to know. Taba is a popular beach holiday destination for many Jordanians and Israelis due to its close proximity to the borders of Jordan and Egypt. The ferry from Jordan to Egypt is a bit of … Read more
Renting a car in Jordan is probably the most popular way to visit the country. It offers flexibility, freedom and is one of the most efficient ways to see Jordan independently. Whether it is the King’s Highway, Petra, Jordan’s red sand desert Wadi Rum or the lowest place on earth, the Dead Sea having a … Read more
If you’re travelling in April, make sure you have your spring clothes as the weather in Jordan in April is beautiful. In Amman, the monthly average is a lovely 17°C while temperatures fluctuate from 14-25°C. April is one of my favorite times to be in Jordan. The overall temperature is blissful in the desert, especially … Read more
While only having 2 days in Jordan means there is not much time to explore, there are still things to do on a quick visit to the country. If you have an extended layover, or work trip or are stopping in between a visit to a nearby country, you will find options below to fill … Read more
February is still winter in Jordan. Due to its elevation, temperatures are often in the single digits. If you do not like hot weather, February is a good time to visit Jordan. It is low season which means you will often have sites like the Amman citadel and Jerash to yourself! Average Temperatures in Jordan … Read more
Many travelers arrive in Aqaba thanks to the ever-increasing number of low-cost flights into Jordan’s Red Sea region. There are various ways to get from the gulf of Aqaba to Petra including by bus, by taxi, by rental car, or on a day tour. By the time you finish reading this post, you will be … Read more
There are only a few different ways to get from Aqaba to Amman so do not feel overwhelmed with the choices. Since the country has no light rail, you can get from Aqaba to Amman by plane, bus, rental car, taxi or by taking a tour. Each of these options has pros and cons, but … Read more
The most convenient public transportation in Jordan is the Jett Bus. Originally designed as tourist infrastructure, it actually moves a lot of locals around, especially on the Aqaba to Amman route. Technically the Jett bus is the only organized form of public transit in the country so while I say it is conveninet, it is … Read more
The Jordan Pass includes entry to 40 sites as well as a visitor visa to Jordan. In addition to Petra, it includes access to other World Heritage Sites in Jordan including Wadi Rum, and Qasr Amra. It also includes entry to the Amman Citadel and the Roman Theatre in Amman. Visitors can also visit Kerak … Read more
Jordan in January is one of the coldest and wettest months of the year. Despite Jordan’s location in the center of the Middle East, winter coats and clothes for winter weather are essential for the month of January. Jordan can even get snow in higher elevations in the winter months. It is one of the … Read more