When you are planning your trip to Jordan, you probably know you want to visit Petra. But I also suggest a day trip to Jerash! Jerash is skipped by many visitors to Jordan but it is well worth a visit and can be done in half a day! It lies just an hour north of … Read more
One of my favorite parts of Jordan is the food. It is flavourful and fresh. Jordanian food uses simple ingredients and is steeped in plenty of history and culture. Jordanian food offers time-honored, perfected recipes that are well-loved. Most of Jordan’s food is considered to be Levantine or Eastern Mediterranean. Most of its recipes come … Read more
If you are on the hunt for the best restaurants in Amman, then you are in the right place. Whether you are looking for fine dining or a small family-run restaurant whose seats spill into the sidewalks, there is no shortage of great places to eat in Amman. Amman is a city of contrasts, with … Read more
The weather in Jordan in March packs the chill of winter and the warmth of spring, sometimes at the same time. While the sun finally packs some warmth in this part of the Middle East, some people (like me) find that the air is still cold, so warm layers are essential on cloudy days. But … 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
If you are planning a trip to Jordan, what to wear in Jordan is sure to be on your mind. Especially if it is your first visit to the Middle East. Although there is no “dress-code” in Jordan, there are some cultural norms that you should follow when you visit a conservative country. This post … Read more
Most visitors to Jordan enter via Queen Alia International Airport and spend at least a night in Amman before visiting Petra, which lies about 4 hours drive south of Amman, Jordan’s capital city. There are a few different ways to get from Amman to Petra. They include rental car, private tour, private transfer, bus and … 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