Valerie
I fell in love with Jordan after my first visit in 2016; now I love returning to explore more – and writing guides to help you do the same.
Jordan Weather in June: A Quick Guide
Planning a trip to Jordan in June? As it's the heart of the hot summer in the northern hemisphere, it’s a less popular time to visit Jordan – unless you love scorching weather and are up for enduring it. June is one of the warmest months to visit Jordan, but don’t let that stop you; it’s still a nice time to visit if you’re willing to pack the right layers, stay hydrated, and start your days early to visit the top sights before the sun and heat take hold each day...
The 10 Best Things to Do in Aqaba, Jordan’s Port City
Aqaba, Jordan's idyllic coastal city, beckons travelers with its unique fusion of ancient history, sun-soaked beaches, and exhilarating adventure. I have been through Aqaba several times during my travels in Jordan – but never for long enough. There are some incredible things to do in Aqaba, more than you might imagine considering the city isn't on all Jordan itineraries and competes for time with world wonders like Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea...
6 Day Trips from Aqaba to Add to Your Jordan Itinerary
Planning a trip to Jordan is a series of decisions: which wondrous sights should you see? How long should you stay in each place? Should you spend more time in the cities, out in the wilderness, or split evenly between both? The best part is that you can't go wrong: whatever Jordan itinerary you choose will provide you with unforgettable memories and – if you're anything like me – a strong desire to return and visit again...
Visiting Petra in May: All You Need to Know
When it comes to bucket list destinations within the bucket list destination that is Jordan itself, there’s nowhere quite like Petra. Heck, it was on my own travel bucket list, before my first visit in May 2016. As I visited Petra in May for my first visit, I can speak directly about what it's like to visit Petra in May – and all the special advice you need to know...
How to Get from Aqaba to Petra:
A Complete GuideFrom the glittering waters of the Red Sea to the breathtaking structures of the Rose City, there is so much to see in southern Jordan – if you’re visiting this country and region, you simply have to explore! As you plan your Jordan itinerary, you might have questions about how to get from one part of the country to another. I’ve been working on a series of guides on getting around, and this one is here to help you figure out the basics of travel from Aqaba to Petra...
Jordan Weather in May: A Quick Guide
Planning a trip to Jordan in May? May is the bridge between spring and summer in the northern hemisphere, and it’s a great time to visit Jordan – especially if you love the sun and hot weather. As the final season of spring, May is one of the most popular months to visit Jordan...
19 of the Best Wadi Rum Camps in Jordan (2023)
As you plan your Jordan itinerary, you might get overwhelmed – there's so much to see and do, plus all those Jordanian foods to try, and don't even get started trying to choose hotels and tours. Luckily, I'm here to help. Wadi Rum is one of the most popular destinations in Jordan, and there are dozens of camps spread across the vast area...
Visiting Petra in April: All You Need to Know
Want to visit one of the world’s great wonders, the rose city of Petra in Jordan? This is definitely a bucket list destination – and one that I almost feel a trip to Jordan is incomplete without seeing. Like March, April is one of the most popular months to visit Jordan, and this means there are some important considerations when planning a trip to Petra during this month...
11 Jordan Dead Sea Products You Can Order Online
The Dead Sea is one of the main tourist attractions in Jordan. In fact, it is the #1 reason I wanted to visit Jordan, and was on my bucket list for many years before my first visit. The magical feeling of floating easily in the highly saline water, plus the chance to relax and unwind near this fascinating natural feature was all very tempting to me...
Jordan Weather in April: A Quick Guide
Planning a trip to Jordan in April? April is somewhere between winter and spring in the northern hemisphere, and it’s a great time to visit Jordan – especially if you love the sun but don’t love hot weather. March is one of the most popular months to visit Jordan, because of the pleasant weather...
