Intercontinental Amman (Jordan)

Planning a trip to Jordan? Here are the essential spots not to miss, plus what to eat, pack, and do!

The Middle East is a remarkable region. The cradle of civilization to the crossroads of East and West, the region has so much to offer. Unfortunately, instability and war makes travel to some countries like Iraq and Syria impossible and to others like Lebanon and Israel/Palestine challenging. In steps Jordan: the most stable country in the Middle East and maybe the safest country I've ever visited. I had the amazing opportunity to spend three months living in Amman and exploring all around the country. While Jordan may not be quite as culturally rich as its neighbors, there are a lot of amazing sights to explore. Petra's ancient facades speaks for themselves. The sandy dunes and alien-like rock formations of Wadi Rum is (literally) the movie image of Mars. The Dead Sea is a buoyant and beautiful place. And this only cracks the surface. This guide is an all-in-one-place guide to exploring Jordan and the wealth of exploring Jordan. This guide features listings from Amman, Jerash, the Dead Sea, sights on the Kings Highway (i.e. Madaba), Petra and Wadi Musa, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba. If you need a more hands on approach to a trip to Jordan, reach out to me! I offer planning services to craft the perfect Jordanian itinerary for you. So as the Jordanians would say, yalla!

When you think of visiting Jordan, you probably think of the impeccable edifices of Petra and the other worldly formations of Wadi Rum. And you'd be right that these are the highlights of a trip to the Hashemite Kingdom. However, there is a lot more to see around the country. Amman, a 5 million person metropolis, is a surprisingly sleepy but charming city to start off your trip with lots of things to see. The historical center, called Wasat al-Balad (وسط البلد), can provide you with a lovely day of sightseeing, good eats, and intriguing shopping. Follow this guide for some tips!