EXPLORING jordan
Accessibility Rating: 3 | Safety Rating: 4 | Walkability Rating: 3 | Affordability Rating: 3 | Night Life & Entertainment Rating: 1 | Food Scene Rating: 3 | Transportation Rating: 3 | Connectivity Rating: 3 | Solo Traveler Rating: 3 |
Accessibility Rating: 3 | Safety Rating: 4 | Walkability Rating: 3 | Affordability Rating: 3 | Night Life & Entertainment Rating: 1 | Food Scene Rating: 3 | Transportation Rating: 3 | Connectivity Rating: 3 | Solo Traveler Rating: 3 |
travel tips
Jordan Pass saves money — it includes your tourist visa + entry to Petra and other sites.
Petra is massive — wear sturdy shoes and go early to avoid heat and crowds.
The Dead Sea is extremely salty — never shave 24 hours before swimming.
In Wadi Rum, pick a Bedouin-run camp for the most authentic (and ethical) experience.
Dress modestly in Amman and smaller towns to respect cultural norms.
Carry cash — many small vendors don’t take cards.
Local experiences
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Sufra- I really enjoyed their claypot dishes that were similar to a stew.
Habibah- This place is most known for Kunafa. Kunafa is a warm pastry made with thin strands of filo dough and cheese filling. Topped with hot citrus or rose water and pistachio.
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Wadi Mujib
Wadi Rum
Petra
Jaresh-The Roam Ruins
Mount Nebo- This is where Moses was said to have seen the Promised Land
Float in the Dead Sea
Scuba dive in Aqaba
Amman Museums
Bethany Beyond the Jordan- This is the biblical site that was used to baptise Jesus
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Royal Spa and Health Club Amman
Alf Layla Wa Layla Turkish Bath
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Amman Rotana
Hilton at the Dead Sea
Movenpick Nabatean Castle Hotel
Memories Aicha Luxury Camp
Before You Go: Jordan Travel Checklist
Written by: Latrice Casson
“Planning a trip to Jordan? Whether you’re headed to Petra by Candlelight, floating in the Dead Sea, hiking the canyons of Wadi Mujib, or stargazing in Wadi Rum, here’s what you’ll want to pack and prep for…”
