“Visited Jordan this week, so much to see and experience! We visited the site where John the Baptist baptized Jesus, Petra and all its fascinations, camels, and the spot where the big boulder comes rolling out of Indiana Jones. So much history there in the ‘Rose City,’ voted one of the 7 new wonders of the world. It takes 3 days to really see it all, we only spent 3 hours. Put it on your must see list if you haven’t already!” — Oprah Winfrey, March 2023
Aqaba, Jordan: TIME Magazine's World's Greatest Places 2023
Set against the rust-colored Wadi Rum mountains, Aqaba is the only coastal city in the country of Jordan, on the northern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. The ancient city of Petra—a New Wonder of the World—is just 78 miles away through desert haze. The otherworldly landscape might look familiar to visitors as the planet Arrakis in Dune. The sci-fi franchise’s second installment, which premieres this November, was also filmed in the extraordinarily dramatic scenery of the Wadi Rum reserve, referred to as the “Valley of the Moon” and previously famous as the backdrop for Lawrence of Arabia.
USTOA Holds Out of Country Board Meeting in Jordan
The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) held its Out of Country Board Meeting in Jordan from March 2 to 13, 2023. A group of 23 senior executives representing USTOA tour operator members convened for an in-depth experience hosted by the Jordan Tourism Board of North America (JTBNA).
Jordan Designer Showcases Craft of Sustainable Fashion
In an effort to promote sustainable fashion, Jordanian Haneen Jaafreh, an architect and a multidisciplinary designer, is turning organic waste into wearable biomaterials.
How Jordan became a travel favourite among celebrities
With its otherworldly landscapes, Unesco World Heritage sites, and access to the Dead Sea, Jordan has long been a draw for travellers from around the world. And in recent weeks, it has attracted several high-profile visitors, with A-list stars sharing snippets of their travels in the country across social media.
Travelers to Jordan now have a brand-new way to experience the iconic desert of Wadi Rum: on the 75-mile Wadi Rum Trail. Hiking is far from a new way to take in Wadi Rum.
Five Adrenaline-Fuelled Adventures to Try in Jordan
With the cliff-carved city of Petra, the ancient ruins of Amman and the mind-bending desertscapes of Wadi Rum, there are many reasons to put Jordan on your travel wish list. Its these intriguing and varied landscapes that make the country an ideal destination for adrenaline-seekers. From desert adventures to deep-sea diving, mountaineering and hot-air ballooning, there are plenty of activities on offer to get the pulse racing.
Ramadan is also about community, generosity, spirituality, and quality time with family and friends. And for many people, it is a time of hope, growth, and celebration.
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Biblical Jordan 2023 with Educational Opportunities
Go on a journey to Biblical Jordan in 2023. Discover all of the awe-inspiring sites related to the Old and New Testaments on this brand new 9-day tour. Explore Petra, Madaba, Jerash, Mount Nebo, and more.
Get ready to see some of the most fascinating sights in the Middle East with this 10-day small-group tour of Jordan! Between the ancient sites of Petra and the Bedouin wonders of the Wadi Rum, this tour of Jordan will take you on the trip of a lifetime!
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