Getting from Amman to the Dead Sea is straightforward, though the options are a bit limited. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or including it in a longer Jordan itinerary, the drive takes about 45 minutes once you’re out of the city. Since public transportation isn’t a practical option, most visitors choose between renting … Read more
The Dead Sea is a landlocked salt lake. It is cradled by Jordan, Israel, and the Israeli-occupied West Bank. It holds the record for the lowest place on Earth, at 430.5 meters below sea level. Its waters, with a salinity of 34.2%, claim the title of the deepest hypersaline lake globally. At 304 meters deep, … Read more
A visit to the Dead Sea in Jordan is one of the top things to do in the Kingdom. It is located just 45 minutes by car from Amman and it is possible to do as a day trip from Amman. However, it is well worth allowing at least one night at the Dead Sea. … 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
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
Looking for interesting facts about Jordan the country? Then you are in the right place. This post will give you some information you may already know, but probably a lot more Jordan facts that you do not know! Jordan is a Young Country with a Long History The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a young … Read more
Thanks to ever-increasing international flights into Aqaba’s international airport in the south of Jordan, there is more and more demand for information about getting around in Jordan for those who arrive into Aqaba. Getting from Aqaba to the Dead Sea is not too complicated, as there really are limited options on how to do it. … Read more
Are you wondering what to put on your Jordan packing list? If so, you are in the right place! Whatever month you plan to visit, whether spring, fall, summer or winter, this Jordan packing list will have you covered! Jordan is a welcoming and friendly place. To be honest you “can” wear whatever you want … Read more
The weather in Jordan in May is a transition month with a mix of spring and summer! For the most part, May offers beautiful and warm spring weather, t-shirt-type temperatures, and hot sunny days in the south. Make sure you pack sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes. If you are like me and … Read more