Jordan in January

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. Jordan can even get snow in higher elevations in January. Jordan Weather In January Jordan experiences a diverse climate, with variations in … Read more

Jordan in December

Jordan in December is one of the coldest months of the year. Despite its location in the center of the Middle East, winter coats and clothes for winter weather are essential. The rainy season has arrived and when the temperature drops, snow can be found in high-elevation areas. Jordan Weather in December Jordan experiences a … Read more

How to Get From Aqaba to Petra in 2023

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

Is Alcohol Legal in Jordan

One of the first questions I get asked about Jordan is whether or not it is legal to drink alcohol in Jordan. My answer is simple, “Of course, alcohol is legal in Jordan!” It does not surprise me that people ask. Other countries in the Middle East do not have alcohol for sale and the … Read more

Castles in Jordan: Explore Remote Desert Castles and Stunning Crusader Castles

While the draw of the archaeological splendour of Petra brings most people to Jordan, there are stunning Jordan castles to explore all over the country. The impressive rock-cut tombs of the Nabateans in Petra are just one of the archaeological marvels to explore while in this small Middle Eastern country. Jordan is home to Umayyad … Read more

Best Restaurants in Aqaba and Map to Find them

Whether you are visiting Jordan’s port city of Aqaba for a few hours or a few days, there are quite a few restaurants in Aqaba to choose from. Some might disagree on the best restaurants in Aqaba but the options below will give you plenty of choices while you enjoy the sunshine, the top beaches … Read more