Crossing into Israel/Palestine from Jordan can be a bit intimidating for some travelers. Here’s a step by step of how to cross from Jordan to Israel-Palestine via Allenby Bridge, also known as the King Hussein Bridge.
The Allenby/King Hussein Bridge is the most accessible crossing from Amman to […]
If you assume Jordan is hot, dry, and sunny, you would be correct… about 30% of the time! There are four seasons in Jordan and the weather directly impacts what you can do and what you should wear. Use this weather guide to help you pack and […]
From harvesting olives in the north to camping in Wadi Rum in the south, the adventure possibilities in Jordan are endless. One of the hardest parts of planning a trip is knowing where to start. Here’s some inspiration for experiences to include on […]
On a Jordan tour, you’ll find a fair amount of meat, eggs, and dairy in the local cuisine. But there are also colorful salads, tasty dips, and numerous other dishes that can be made without any animal products. Here are some tips for vegetarian and vegan […]
One of the best things about travel is that it takes you beyond the headlines and into the daily reality of a place. Stories about the Middle East that make the international news tend to be disproportionately negative. So you might be wondering (and surely some of your […]
Visiting a new place can be daunting. But knowing what to expect before you travel to Jordan can help ease your mind and make the entire trip—from planning the itinerary to packing your bags to exploring the destination—much more enjoyable. Here are five tips to help you prepare for your journey to Jordan (keep […]
With the opening of Ryan Air’s low cost flights to Jordan, there is no reason not to tour Petra, experience the Wadi Rum desert, and rejuvenate at the Dead Sea.
Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a fantastic launch pad into the country. […]
Do you ever wish someone would just tell you directly if you’ve embarrassed or offended them?
In Jordan, you will rarely find that someone.
Chances are, they will discuss our behaviors with others, but most would rather not share with you directly if something you have done is considered […]
A tour of Wadi Rum is an adventures’ dream and one of the top reasons to travel to Jordan. I once sat in a Bedouin tent with British mountaineers who have climbed around the world. “Wadi Rum is our favorite place to come back to,” one said.
Jabal (Arabic for “mountain”) Khazali […]
