The 10 Essentials You Need to Pack for Jordan (Updated for 2023)
Some destinations capture your imagination from the first time you see them. For me, Jordan jumped onto my bucket list when I saw Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (one of many movies filmed in Jordan!). As Indy and the rest of the crew ride into the "Canyon of the Crescent Moon," I knew I wanted to see that place for myself...
Visiting Petra in March: All You Need to Know
March 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. As the weather is changing, there are also some pro-tips you can learn from my experience to help you have an unforgettable experience to this bucket list destination...
The 15 Best Things to Do in Amman, Jordan’s Capital City
As you plan your Jordan itinerary, there are some places you just have to visit: the Dead Sea, for a good float. Petra, for a hike among the ruins. And Amman, the capital city, which will likely be your entry and/or exit point during your visit...
Jordan Weather in March: A Quick Guide
Planning a trip to Jordan in March? March is somewhere between winter and spring in the northern hemisphere, and it’s a great time to visit Jordan – especially if you don’t love hot weather. March is one of the most popular months to visit Jordan, because of the pleasant weather; gone are the coldest nights in Wadi Rum, but the hottest days of the year haven't yet arrived either...
Visiting Petra in February: 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 2016. As you plan your Jordan itinerary, you’ll probably want at least one day and night in Petra – and rightly so...
2 Days in Jordan: Ways to Explore from Amman & Aqaba
While I want everyone to explore Jordan a lot, I get that we don't all have unlimited vacation time, and many of us want to see as much of the world as possible. To that end, some travelers – like you – might not have as much time to visit Jordan as other sites recommend, but that doesn't mean you should skip Jordan entirely just because you don't have five, seven, or 10 days to spend there...
Jordan Weather in February: A Quick Guide
Planning a trip to Jordan in February? While it’s winter in the northern hemisphere, it’s a good time to visit Jordan – especially if you don’t love hot weather. While not as far south as you might expect, Jordan is located at 30°N, similar to places like Northern Mexico, Egypt, and Morocco – all great winter destinations for us from climates further north...
Visiting Petra in January: 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 2016. As you plan your Jordan itinerary, you'll probably want at least one day and night in Petra – and rightly so...
15 Fascinating Facts About the Dead Sea
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...
Jordan Weather in January: A Quick Guide
Planning a trip to Jordan in January? While it's winter in the northern hemisphere, it's a good time to visit Jordan – especially if you don't love hot weather. January is the coldest month to visit Jordan, but don't let that stop you...