The Jordan Wanders blog
Stories, guides & honest advice
Everything we've learned exploring Jordan — practical itineraries, the food worth crossing town for, what the desert is really like, and the straight answers on safety and logistics.
9 articles
The perfect 7-day Jordan itinerary for first-timers
The classic first-timer's route — Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea — with exactly where to sleep each night and how long to spend at each stop.
Mansaf, knafeh & mint tea: a guide to Jordanian food
What to order, where to find the best of it, and how to eat mansaf — Jordan's national dish — the proper local way. Plus knafeh, falafel and mint tea.
Is Jordan safe to visit in 2026? An honest answer
What the headlines get wrong, what daily life is really like on the ground, and the sensible precautions every first-time visitor to Jordan should know.
Petra beyond the Treasury: the trails most people miss
Most visitors see the Treasury and turn back. The Monastery, the High Place of Sacrifice, and how to find the quieter trails that most people never reach.
A night in Wadi Rum: choosing the right desert camp
How to pick the right desert camp: the honest difference between bubble domes and Bedouin tents, what dinner is really like, and tips for stargazing in Wadi Rum.
The Jordan Pass, explained: is it actually worth it?
How the Jordan Pass works, what it covers, whether it's actually worth the cost — and the one easy rule that also saves you the visa fee on arrival.
What to wear in Jordan: a relaxed, respectful guide
Practical packing advice for Jordan: what to wear in the desert heat, in Amman's cafés and cities, and at religious sites like Petra — for both women and men.
Building a trip around your World Cup 2026 match days
Planning a World Cup 2026 trip around Jordan? Here's how to slot Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea into the gaps between match days without feeling rushed.
Getting around Jordan: rental car, driver or bus?
Renting a car, hiring a private driver or taking the bus? An honest cost-and-hassle breakdown to help you pick the right way to get around Jordan.