How to Make the Most of One Day in Petra, Jordan
The Nabatean city of Petra has been drawing visitors since long before Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, UNESCO protection, or even achieving “New World Wonder” status. The Rose City, as it is also called, is one of the incredible feats of past human innovation and artistry, and it’s impossible to forget the impressiveness of the site once you’ve had a chance to visit it. While you can easily spend several days visiting Petra and hiking its many trails, most people only have one day in Petra during their Jordan itinerary – and maybe an evening and/or morning on either side of their stay. If your schedule only allows one…
How to Get from Amman to Jerash:
A Complete GuideWhen planning a trip to Jordan, you probably have a few sights and locations in mind that you know you want to visit: Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea... but there's so much more to Jordan, too! Research will quickly reveal that there are other destinations to add to your itinerary too – and the Roman ruins of Jerash are one of those must-see spots...
29 Fascinating Facts About Petra, Jordan’s Famous Site
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...
Sun City Camp Review: Stay in Jordan’s Original Martian Domes
There are few places on earth like Wadi Rum, the protected desert area in southern Jordan. It’s for this reason that you see it represented as other planets in so many films; Wadi Rum is truly otherworldly in its beauty. Since Wadi Rum is not a one-day destination, you’ll need accommodation for at least one night there during your Jordan itinerary. But how can you choose among the many options for Wadi Rum camps now available? In my opinion: go with one of the pioneers – Sun City Camp – which was one of the first large camps in Wadi Rum and pioneered the “Martian” domes you now see all over social…
Jordan Film Locations: 10 Awesome Movies Filmed in Jordan (+ Moon Knight!)
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...
3 Days in Jordan: 3 Itineraries to Maximize Your Time
Some destinations beg for a long, leisurely visit; others can be enjoyed equally in a short time. Jordan is more of the former than the latter – but if you're short on time and want to visit Jordan, that's no reason to skip planning a trip! isit. While I normally recommend spending no less than five days in Jordan, I understand that your travel circumstances might not allow that and you might only have 3 days in Jordan...
Where to See Mosaics in Jordan:
5 Must-Visit SpotsJordan 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...
A Complete Wadi Rum Itinerary: How to Visit Mars on Earth
Some destinations in Jordan are popular with everyone: Petra. The Dead Sea. Wadi Rum. These are the big three – and planning your Jordan itinerary to include them is a surefire way to have an incredible trip with unforgettable memories...
The 7 Best Petra Tours from Aqaba
Maybe I'm stating the obvious here, but I think it's safe to say that Petra is one of the most visited places – and most desired places to visit – in Jordan. Everyone wants to visit Petra at least once, and after that first trip, many people wish to return. I know I'm one of them: I can't wait for my return trip to Petra on my next trip to Jordan...
9 Days in Jordan: A Perfect Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
Planning a trip to Jordan is both an exhilarating and daunting prospect. Exhilarating since you'll finally get to see world wonders like Petra and have bucket list experiences like floating in the Dead Sea. Daunting as it's a region many people feel nervous to visit, and travel resources aren't as strong as they are for other countries in more-visited places. But if you want to spend 9 days in Jordan, you've come to the right place...
