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    15 Fascinating Facts About the Dead Sea

    January 11, 2023 / No Comments

    As you plan your trip to Jordan, you'll likely discover some interesting information. Maybe it's that Petra dates back to 312 BC, or that Wadi Rum is one of the most recognizable film locations in the world. This is the fun of trip planning – discovering facts that you'll then experience with your own eyes once you arrive...

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    What is the Dead Sea?
    FAQ & All Your Questions Answered

    June 29, 2022

    Where to See Mosaics in Jordan:
    5 Must-Visit Spots

    April 5, 2022
    Movies Filmed in Jordan Hero - Dune

    Jordan Film Locations: 10 Awesome Movies Filmed in Jordan (+ Moon Knight!)

    April 9, 2022
  • 10 Days in Jordan - Valerie in Petra at Night
    Inspiration,  *

    31 Ultimate Things to Do in Jordan (Your Jordan Bucket List)

    September 7, 2022 / 2 Comments

    Jordan is a country that's practically begging to be on your bucket list. Not only are there a number of unique experiences and sites you can only find in Jordan, but many of them are also well-known thanks to pop culture and travelers who have come before and return home with stories that inspire you to travel...

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    The 5 Best Destinations for Stargazing in Jordan

    June 25, 2021
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    What is the Dead Sea?
    FAQ & All Your Questions Answered

    June 29, 2022

    Where to See Mosaics in Jordan:
    5 Must-Visit Spots

    April 5, 2022
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    Inspiration

    What is the Dead Sea?
    FAQ & All Your Questions Answered

    June 29, 2022 / No Comments

    As you plan your Jordan itinerary, there are probably a few sights you really want to see, right? Petra – of course. Wadi Rum, aka Mars on Earth, naturally. And rounding out the trifecta, the Dead Sea. A natural wonder that is accessible from Jordan and only a few other places, the Dead Sea is, well, a must-see...

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    Where to See Mosaics in Jordan:
    5 Must-Visit Spots

    April 5, 2022
    Facts About Petra Hero

    29 Fascinating Facts About Petra, Jordan’s Famous Site

    April 15, 2022

    15 Fascinating Facts About the Dead Sea

    January 11, 2023
  • Facts About Petra Hero
    Inspiration

    29 Fascinating Facts About Petra, Jordan’s Famous Site

    April 15, 2022 / 2 Comments

    When I ask you to picture Jordan in your mind, there's probably one thing you imagine, right? It's the iconic view of Petra, made most famous in 1989 by the film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. With this blockbuster film, everyone wanted to know where the famous setting of the movie's grand finale took place – and how to visit...

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    Movies Filmed in Jordan Hero - Dune

    Jordan Film Locations: 10 Awesome Movies Filmed in Jordan (+ Moon Knight!)

    April 9, 2022
    Books about Jordan Hero

    The 17 Best Books About Jordan: Deserts, Mysteries, and Middle Eastern Kingdoms

    February 4, 2022
    Stargazing in Jordan Hero

    The 5 Best Destinations for Stargazing in Jordan

    June 25, 2021
  • Movies Filmed in Jordan Hero - Dune
    Inspiration,  *

    Jordan Film Locations: 10 Awesome Movies Filmed in Jordan (+ Moon Knight!)

    April 9, 2022 / 7 Comments

    When I found out I would be traveling to Jordan on a Cinematic and Cultural Tour... You can imagine my excitement! To say I love movies is a bit of an understatement. I'm not the biggest movie fan I know, but I can certainly hold my own. It's a movie nerd's dream come true to visit Jordan film locations! As promised, Jordan delivers on all counts. It is...

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    Where to See Mosaics in Jordan:
    5 Must-Visit Spots

    April 5, 2022
    Books about Jordan Hero

    The 17 Best Books About Jordan: Deserts, Mysteries, and Middle Eastern Kingdoms

    February 4, 2022

    15 Fascinating Facts About the Dead Sea

    January 11, 2023
  • Inspiration,  *

    Where to See Mosaics in Jordan:
    5 Must-Visit Spots

    April 5, 2022 / 4 Comments

    Jordan is an incredible destination for culture – from its historic roots in the Bedouin people and the Roman empire to its modern place in the Middle East. This is expressed in many art forms, perhaps the most famously known of which is mosaics. There are a great number of mosaics in Jordan dating back to the Byzantine era (4th to 7th centuries), many of which can be visited easily as part of a normal Jordan itinerary...

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    10 Days in Jordan - Valerie in Petra at Night

    31 Ultimate Things to Do in Jordan (Your Jordan Bucket List)

    September 7, 2022
    Movies Filmed in Jordan Hero - Dune

    Jordan Film Locations: 10 Awesome Movies Filmed in Jordan (+ Moon Knight!)

    April 9, 2022

    15 Fascinating Facts About the Dead Sea

    January 11, 2023
  • Books about Jordan Hero
    Souvenirs,  *,  Inspiration

    The 17 Best Books About Jordan: Deserts, Mysteries, and Middle Eastern Kingdoms

    February 4, 2022 / No Comments

    One of the best ways to learn about a destination – or to dream of a trip you've taken – is to read books set in or about that place. Jordan is a great contender in this department, as it has heritage sites, world wonders, and must-see places to captivate the imagination. As such, there are numerous great books about Jordan...

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    11 Jordan Dead Sea Products You Can Order Online

    May 28, 2021
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    The 9 Best Souvenirs from Jordan to Bring Home

    August 10, 2022
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    Inspiration

    The 5 Best Destinations for Stargazing in Jordan

    June 25, 2021 / No Comments

    When most people plan a trip, stargazing might not be high on the list of must-do activities. When most people pick a destination, Jordan might make them anxious, unrightfully so due to tumultuous politics in the region. But would you believe that Jordan is one of the best stargazing destinations in the world?...

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    15 Fascinating Facts About the Dead Sea

    January 11, 2023
    10 Days in Jordan - Valerie in Petra at Night

    31 Ultimate Things to Do in Jordan (Your Jordan Bucket List)

    September 7, 2022
    Dead Sea Hero

    What is the Dead Sea?
    FAQ & All Your Questions Answered

    June 29, 2022

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Hi, I’m Valerie! 👋🏻

I started this site after I fell in love with Jordan on my first trip in 2016. Now I lead tours to Jordan and visit once or twice a year.

I’m here to help you plan your own bucket list trip to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, too!

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