Jordan Travel Guide

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Most Jordanians, who live in the cities, speak or understand at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Jordanians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. professionals, who work in the tourism sector, are accustomed to visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of most travelers.

Service charges that have been included on your bill go to the restaurant, not the waiter. Be sure to tip the servers 10% in addition by handing it to them directly.

The currency in Jordan is the Jordanian Dinar. The value of the dinar is effectively fixed at the rate of .71 JD to 1 USD (.91 JD to 1 Euro).

Changing money is very easy in Jordan, and most major currencies are accepted in cash and travelers cheques. US dollars are the most accepted, followed by UK pounds and euros; you'll get nowhere with Australian or New Zealand dollars. There are no restrictions on bringing dinars into Jordan. It's possible to change dinars back into some foreign currencies in Jordan, but you'll need to show receipts to prove that you changed your currency into dinars at a bank in Jordan. Banks seem to offer slightly better rates than money changers for cash, but the difference is not worth worrying about unless you're going to change a huge amount. Most large hotels will change money (sometimes for guests only) but rates are always lower than those offered by the banks and money changers. There are small branches of major banks at the borders and at the airports.

It is always good to learn a few Arabic words to expressing greetings or thanks. If you are planning to visit some places other than popular tourist destinations, it is advisable to learn some Arabic phrases.

Photography is allowed in most of the historical sites and museums in Jordan, but some of them have extra charges for taking in a camera. in some museums and some historical sites, photography is prohibited and visitors are asked to leave their cameras at the reception before entering.

modest dress would be highly recommended and in some mosques, women will be asked to cover their hair and perhaps their arms and legs. Both women and men will be asked to remove their shoes before entering a mosque.

In less touristic places, relatively modest dress is recommended. Women should avoid very tight clothing, keep their shoulders and knees covered, and avoid very revealing necklines. Men should also avoid particularly revealing clothing. wearing shorts is not very common among Jordanians. Dressing with relative modesty is a way of respecting the local culture.

All visitors to Jordan that are not citizens of Turkey or certain Arab countries are required to have a visa to enter the Kingdom of Jordan.

The months from March to October are the best time to visit Jordan as the climate is milder and comfortable for sightseeing. You will find many Jordan travel packages suitable for this period of the year. As well, it is the best period of the year if you want to try a combined Jordan and Egypt tour, as the weather in Egypt becomes very moderate during these months.

There are no general health issues to worry about for traveling to Jordan aside from the normal issues that one faces traveling to a new place. Jordan is a center for medical tourism in the region and has a very well regarded health care system that is centered around Amman.

During Jordan vacations, accommodations for travelers in Jordan fall across a broad range — everything from world-class luxury to simple hostel accommodations are available. The nicest hotels compare well with luxury hotels anywhere, coming from international hotel chains like Movenpick, Hilton, Four Seasons, and Sofitel. All these luxury hotels are included in our Jordan travel packages. As well as, a step down from these are a variety of local hotels that ranges from luxurious to simple.

There are many taxis available that will take you to any place in Amman. A 10 km ride should cost around 2 JD. Many will also be willing to take you to other parts of Jordan, but you should negotiate the price beforehand. The Airport Express bus runs between Amman Airport and central Amman. The bus costs 3 JD and they usually run every 30 minutes from 6 AM to 6 PM and every hour at night. The trip take between 45 minutes and an hour.

The easiest way to get around in Jordan is to use the plentiful taxis. Most taxis have meters if you are in Amman you can depend on this. A 10 KM trip should be around 2 JD on the meter. Outside of Amman it may be necessary to negotiate a price before you leave. It is also possible to arrange with one driver to use them for a whole day.

In a restaurant, it is good to give between 5 and 10% tip directly to the waiter. For a small favor, like carrying luggage or parking a car, a few Egyptian pounds would be appropriate. Not more than five. Tipping your tour guide and vehicle driver is completely optional but should be considered if you're provided with great service. If you decide to tip feel free to give what you think your experience was worth.