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  • Arabic Phrases Hero
    Travel Tips

    11 Useful Arabic Phrases to Memorize Before Your Jordan Trip

    May 11, 2022 / No Comments

    Many of us native English speakers assume everyone speaks English when we travel – or forget that not everyone does. In Jordan, many people speak English, especially in heavily touristed areas – but that doesn't mean every Jordanian you encounter will speak even one word of English (and you shouldn't assume they do!)...

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    Tipping in Jordan: A Guide to Local Customs

    March 11, 2022
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    9 Day Trips from Amman to Add to Your Jordan Itinerary

    May 3, 2022 / 2 Comments

    Roman ruins, holy sites, and magnificent mosaics – oh my! As you've probably discovered in planning your Jordan trip so far, there are some incredible things to see in Jordan despite the country's small size. As almost everyone flies in and out of Amman as part of their Jordan itinerary, you'll undoubtedly spend 1-2 nights in the capital city before striking out for destinations further south like Wadi Rum or Aqaba. In any case, there's plenty to see and do in Amman – and even more in the surrounding region...

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    June 11, 2021
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    Tipping in Jordan: A Guide to Local Customs

    March 11, 2022 / 2 Comments

    Let's be honest: one of the trickiest parts of visiting any new country is getting a sense of how tipping works. Is it required? Expected? Necessary for workers to earn a living wage or extra wages that show true appreciation for excellent service? The same questions are perfectly valid when pondering the customs of tipping in Jordan...

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    July 6, 2022
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    11 Useful Arabic Phrases to Memorize Before Your Jordan Trip

    May 11, 2022
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    When to Visit Jordan? Here’s the Best Time to Visit Jordan

    December 31, 2021 / No Comments

    As you plan a trip to Jordan, you've likely established a few facts in your mind: 1. It's a Middle Eastern country. 2. It's dry and hot. 3. Because Jordan is nearer the equator than where most of us live, it must be scorching hot all year long. Not true! Jordan has dynamic seasons and weather throughout the year...

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    How to Travel Around Jordan: Planes, Camels, and Automobiles, Oh My!

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    How Much Does it Cost to Visit Jordan?
    9 Budget-Friendly Tips

    August 13, 2021 / 2 Comments

    When it comes time to plan your trip to Jordan, one of the most important questions you might have is: how much does it cost to visit Jordan? After all – Jordan is a Middle Eastern country that requires a substantial international flight to reach, an unfavorable exchange rate for most Western currencies, and has some of the world's most bucket-list-worthy experiences that command a premium fee....

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    11 Useful Arabic Phrases to Memorize Before Your Jordan Trip

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    7 Things You Need to Know Before Traveling to Wadi Rum

    June 18, 2021 / No Comments

    In a country full of incredible sights, why would you visit an empty desert? When that desert is as fascinating and otherworldly as Jordan's Wadi Rum, of course! Located in southwest Jordan, Wadi Rum is a popular tourist spot, but there are some important things to know before traveling there...

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    15 Invaluable Tips for Driving in Jordan

    June 11, 2021 / 18 Comments

    There are a lot of things to consider when planning a trip to Jordan: How long and when should you visit? What should you see? Where should you go and how should you get there? Is it even worth considering a car rental and driving in Jordan? If you're up for the adventure and want the flexibility of exploring on your own...

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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!

Want to learn more? Start here!

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