The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, which once captivated ancient travelers, continues to enthrall a whole new generation as a modern, vibrant nation.
 
From the haunting, primeval starkness of Wadi Rum, to the teeming center of urban Amman; from the majestic ruins of bygone civilizations to the timeless splendor of the Dead Sea and to the world wonder of Petra, Jordan is unveiled, as a unique destination offering breathtaking and mysterious sights, high standard accommodations, exquisite cuisine and countless activities, that can provide visitors with inspiration, motivation, and rejuvenation. Marveling at herds of gazelles and Oryx and migrating birds, camping amidst the grandeur of Wadi Rum or Dana Reserve, trekking the ancient caravan trails from the highlands of Moab and Edom, hiking the wooded hills of biblical Gilead, or experiencing the unique, cleansing mud baths of the Dead Sea are just a few examples of the treasures awaiting visitors to this unique kingdom. The new stream of luxury hotels emerging in Amman, Petra, Aqaba and the Dead Sea is just adding quality to a refined product that is distinct, accessible and friendly. A product that is home to a new display of modern meeting facilities and unique venues for incentive travel.

General information -JORDAN

AREA 89,556 sq km (34,578 sq mi)

POPULATION 6,407,085

CAPITAL CITY Amman

CURRENCY Jordanian Dinar (JD)

LANGUAGES Arabic is the official language. English and some French are also spoken.

TIME ZONES Standard time zone GMT +2

COUNTRY PHONE CODE +962

ELECTRICITY 230 Volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second.

TIPPING Tipping is not compulsory, but is expected.

NATIONAL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS New Year's Day: 01.01.2012, Al Mawlid Al Nabawi: 24.01.2012, Labour Day: 01.05.2012, Independence Day: 25.05.2012, HM King Abdullah's Accension to the throne: 09.06.2012, Eid al-Fitr: 19.08.2012, Eid al-Adha: 26.10.2012, Moslem New Year: 15.11.2012, Christmas Day: 25.12.2012

CONTACT  Desert Adventures, Mecca St., Hussein Al Hussein Bldg, Office # 115, 3688 Amman, Jordan.