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WHY BOOK A TRIP TO JORDAN
It’s easy to see why the otherworldly landscapes of Jordan are a favoured haunt for huge Hollywood productions. Wadi Rum desert has stood in as the backdrop for sci-fi blockbusters like The Martian (2015), Denis Villeneuve’s Dune films and various Star Wars productions.
An impressive CV, no? There is a reason that this awe-inspiring environment has become Earth’s go-to representation of a far away desert planet. There is something all-encompassing about it, perhaps it’s the vastness, or maybe it’s simply the incomparable beauty that transports you to another world.
The same can be said for much of Jordan, from the ancient Unesco-listed city of Petra – once visited by Indiana Jones – to the Dead Sea, there is nowhere else on Earth quite like it, which is probably why it’s so easy to believe that this place is from a galaxy far, far away.
Stay with a local Bedouin family and learn how to make Arabic coffee, explore the street food scene in Amman, go snorkelling in the Red Sea and floating in the Dead Sea. There really is no place like it.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What’s the best time of year to visit Jordan?
Jordan is at its peak in the spring and autumn, when daytime temperatures hover between 80-85F (27-30C), but nights are cool. If you can, aim for May, when rainfall is even less likely to dampen the mood.
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What’s the climate like?
In the northernmost corner, where it borders Israel, Jordan’s climate is a little more temperate – but make no mistake, this is a hot, arid country where desert landscapes dominate. Some regions regularly see temperatures rise above 40C (104F).
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What’s the currency in Jordan?
Jordanian dinar
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What language is spoken in Jordan?
Arabic
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What is the time difference in Jordan?
Jordan follows Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3), which puts it 3 hours ahead of London, 8 hours ahead of New York and 11 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
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Major Airports in Jordan:
- Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), Amman
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What are the top five things to do in Jordan?
- Float in the Dead Sea – bob like a cork in this heavily-salted body of water
- Sleep under the stars in Wadi Rum – an otherworldly desert valley
- Climb Mount Haron – the supposed burial place of Moses’s brother, Aaron
- Snorkel in the Red Sea – float above coral reefs and shoals of fish
- Take a street food tour of Amman – snack on Arabic specialities
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What are the top five archeological sites to visit in Jordan?
- Petra – the jaw-dropping Nabatean city, carved out of pink sandstone cliffs
- Jerash – the sprawling ruins of an ancient Roman city
- Al Maghtas – AKA Bethany Beyond the Jordan, said to be where Jesus was baptised
- Umm ar-Rasa – the remains of a Roman military camp
- Umm Qais – Roman/Ottoman ruins with extraordinary views
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Is it safe to go to Jordan right now?
Jordan is definitely safe to visit and the tourism industry is running like normal, despite issues elsewhere in the Middle East. There are parts of the country where it is strongly advised to avoid – most notably the border with Syria. Book a guided tour of the country to remain in safe, knowledgeable hands. It is always advised to check your government’s safety advice – especially as this can impact your travel insurance – and it is worth keeping up to date on current affairs in the region.