I traveled solo as a woman in Jordan in February 2022, using public transport and renting a car and discovered that Jordan is not as backpacker friendly as some other countries despite being one of the most popular travel destinations in the Middle East. I still enjoyed my trip, but I wanted to sum up …
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A week in Jordan is enough to visit the main tourist attractions if you get around with a car, but you need 10 days for the same itinerary if you are backpacking in Jordan, depending on public transport. Your perfect Jordan itinerary depends on the place of arrival and departure (Aqaba or Amman) and your …
If you only have one day in Amman, you can still visit most or even all the Amman highlights. Amman does not have endless tourist attractions, but as the capital of Jordan, this is where you can enjoy the best nightlife, visit bazaars, and taste local specialties. Amman is a must-see in Jordan, like Wadi …
Most tourists do not visit the Jordan desert castles, although they make an excellent easy day trip from Amman. The castles are located in the deserted northeastern area of the country. This is also the way to go to Iraq. If you have at least 10 days in Jordan, I recommend including it in your …
Traveling to the north from the Jordanian capital to see the Roman ruins of Jerash, the castle of Ajloun, and Umm Qais is one of the best day trips from Amman. You can cover Jerash and Ajloun with public transport if you don’t have a car. If you have a car or do a private …
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Are you planning to visit Petra, the landmark of Jordan, and for many, the only reason to go to the country? There are a couple of things to know more about before planning your Petra itinerary, such as whether to spend one day or two days in Petra, what is the best itinerary, and what …
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Do you want to get a deeper understanding of the history, culture, and current challenges of the Hashemite Kingdom? Here you find the list of the best books about Jordan, from travel guides to books on politics and history. 1. King Abdullah II of Jordan: Our last best chance-The Pursuit of Peace in a Time …