Top Secret Travel Tip 2022: magical Jordan
In 2022, we will travel to a kingdom: Beyond the Jordan River, a true jewel of the Middle East awaits globetrotters! Here are some interesting facts about the country on the Dead Sea, luxurious hotels and 7 great travel tips for Jordan.
11 February 2022
Jordan is still considered a real insider tip among globetrotters: The country between tradition and modernity, desert sand and salt sea attracts with its millennia-old culture, fantastic nature reserves and modern cities. Yalla! The Arabian nights and days are already waiting ...
Things to know before traveling to Jordan
What language do you speak in Jordan?
- Ahlan wa Sahlan fi Al-Urdun! Arabic is spoken in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. In the desert, one also encounters regional Bedouin dialects.
What is the best time to travel to Jordan?
- Since Jordan is situated between a Mediterranean and desert climate, it is generally best to travel in spring or autumn. From March to May the temperature is a pleasant 17 to 28 °C, from mid-September to mid-November 20 to 31 °C.
The mild climate in autumn and spring can be enjoyed while bathing in the Dead Sea. © Artem Belinski
Corona: Current entry requirements for Jordan
- Tourist entry visa (40 JOD; available at any entry point)
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months
- two negative PCR tests (also for Covid-19 vaccination) before entry and directly at the airport in Jordan
- completed Travel registration
- completed Health Declaration Form
(as of 09 February 2022)
The most beautiful accommodations in Jordan
Those who set out for the Kingdom of Jordan will find these three Hotels in the desert and by the sea:
Petra: Mövenpick Nabatean Castle Hotel
Just a 10-minute drive from the rock city of Petra is the Nabatean Castle: Like a desert fortress, the 5-star hotel blends into the hilly landscape of the Jordan Rift Valley. The minimalist, luxuriously furnished suites are surrounded by warm colors. The light-flooded indoor pool promises relaxing moments, and the Al Madafa offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
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Mövenpick Nabatean Castle Hotel
Kings Highway, Queen Rania St., 71811 Wadi Musa, Jordan
Tel: + 962 3 215 7201
Web: movenpick.com.
Price: from € 123/night, 2 persons
Amman: The House Boutique Suites
In the heart of Jordan's capital, flanked by palm trees as tall as houses, is the luxurious boutique hotel The House. The 5-star hotel focuses on timeless elegance in its modern suites, with soft earth tones making the rooms the ideal retreat for desert visitors. The highlight is the rooftop terrace with pool, bar, and views over Amman.
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The House Boutique Suites
Al Kulliyah Al Elmeyah Al Islameya str, Amman, Jordan
Tel: +962 6 510 6666
Web: thehouse.jo
Price: from € 110/night, 2 persons
Aqaba: Al Manara, a Luxury Collection Hotel
The view from the suite's own balcony falls on the turquoise-blue Red Sea - a vacation paradise right outside the hotel doors. Bright colors dominate at Al Manara, the luxury hotel on the beach prefers exciting contrasts of minimalist modern furnishings and oriental elements. The 5-star hotel also has its own spa area, an outdoor pool, and several gourmet options.
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Al Manara, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Al-Hashemi St., 01968 Aqaba, Jordan
Tel: +962 3 202 1000
Web: marriott.com
Price: from € 236/night, 2 persons
7 things that should not be missing on the Jordan bucket list
#1 Amman, Jordan Capital Experience
Located east of the Jordan River, Amman is one of the most modern and safest cities in Arabia. Amman oscillates between oriental-traditional flair and modernity; a visit combines the best of both worlds. In the citadel - the "little city" with the Temple of Hercules or the Umayyad palace Al-Qasr - as well as the Roman theater, one is abruptly transported back to the past. The modern side of Amman is revealed in downtown, when you sit with a cup of tea and enjoy fragrant flatbread.
#2 Trip to the legendary rock city of Petra
The "pink rock city" of Petra is one of Jordan's cultural highlights. As such, it has been named both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven (New) Wonders of the World. Reason enough, therefore, to pay a visit to the trading city, which is over 2,000 years old! The entrance gorge Al Siq is legendary for its luminous sandstone walls that rise up to 70 meters. After 1.5 km, Khazne al-Firaun reveals itself; movie fans know the tomb from "Indiana Jones". The Roman theater and the Ad-Deir monastery, a little off the trail, are also worth a visit. The best way to get there is by car from Aqaba.
visitpetra.jo
Tip: The sacrificial site Zip Attuf rewards hikers with a magnificent view over the desert city after an approximately three-hour climb.
The rock city of Petra in Jordan beckons with pink sandstone and buildings thousands of years old. © Sylvain
#3 On Tour in the Grand Canyon of Jordan: Wadi Mujib National Park
It is the Grand Canyon of Jordan: Wadi Mujib or Mujib, the lowest national park in the world, is an impressive rocky gorge that flows into the Dead Sea. It stretches from 410 meters below sea level to 900 meters above sea level, reaching a drop of 1,300 meters. Wadi Mujib National Park is suitable for canyoning, impressive hikes and swimming excursions.
Tip: In the valley, hot healing springs promise relaxing hours after a long canyon hike.
In Jordan's Grand Canyon, you descend all the way to the Dead Sea. © Andrea Zanenga
#4 Dead Sea: a bath in the salt lake
The Dead Sea between Jordan, Israel and the West Bank is the lowest lake on the surface of the earth at 430 meters below sea level. The salinity is 33 %, making normal swimming impossible. Floating in the year-round warm water is not only a unique experience, it also has benefits for the skin: the salty water can help with neurodermatitis or psoriasis and is therefore popular for spa stays. Ideal starting points for a visit are the two towns of Numeira and Drha.
Tip: Those who go to the Dead Sea should drink enough and be sure to take bathing shoes. The shores are salty sharp, very hot and often slippery.
The Dead Sea is suitable for tourist visits as well as for health purposes. © Dave Herring
#5 Relaxing in the coastal city of Aqaba
An oasis in the desert landscape: Jordan's second largest city attracts visitors with a diverse cultural program as well as sporting experiences. Whether you wander through the ancient ruined city of Ayla or find yourself in the colorful souq alleys among dates, spices and jewelry - in Aqaba you will discover authentic Arabia. A special highlight are the palm-fringed beaches of the sandy beaches and the Red Sea: Aqaba is an absolute Diver's paradise and hotspot for all water sports, from surfing, water skiing and jet skiing to scuba diving.
A day in Aqaba on the Red Sea comes to an end. © Mohammad Naser
#6 Cross the desert on camels
In autumn, when the temperatures are a bit more pleasant, you can set off into the wilderness on desert ships (e.g. to Wadi Rum): Jordan shows its most adventurous side when camel trekking with Bedouins. The caravan leads on one- to two-hour tours through rocky landscapes bathed in rich shades of red and gold. Full-day tours also offer overnight stays - a night under the canopy of stars in the desert remains unforgettable.
Tip: If you spend the night in the desert, you should dress warmly: After sunset, temperatures drop to as low as 6 °C.
On desert boats through the Wadi Rum in Jordan. © Konstantinos Kaskanis
#7 Sandboarding in Wadi Rum
In Jordan, people like to be sent into the desert: Wadi Rum, the country's largest wadi, fascinates with red sandstone and massive granite. Jeep tours through the "Valley of the Moon" are particularly popular: They take you past impressive canyons, colored stone bridges and unusual rock formations; among them, for example, Mushroom Rock, a giant porcini mushroom. In the evening, the Al Ghuroub viewing terrace invites you to watch the sun slowly bathe the desert in warm red hues.
Tip: Sandboarding in the desert - sand surfing - is a summer alternative to snowboarding. In Wadi Rum, sports enthusiasts can therefore get on a sandboard and glide down the rust-red dunes. This is possible at Wadi Rum Village, for example.
