Amman Travel Forum

I'm planning to be in Amman in mid-October and would like to take the opportunity to visit Jerusalem. I would like to go on an English-speaking bus tour. Are they offered on Saturday and Sunday?
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We are going to be spending 3 weeks in Amman in August. I've been looking for specific clothing guidelines, but really can't find anything very specific. We are from America. Are capri pants worn in Jordan? How about shorts for the children? We will be staying in Amman, but sightseeing all over Jordan. Would we be better sticking with long skirts (to the ankle) and long pants? Are short sleeves okay? What about shoes -- sandals, flip-flops? Or closed toes only?
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i am French and i will stay in Amman from July 9th untill August 9th ( maybe a few days more ).I am looking for a clean and bright furnished apartment 1 bedroom + salon or 2 bedrooms near Jordan university. I am not interested by ground floor or first floor.Thank you.

Can anyone recommend a hotel at the airport in Amman. We are arriving from Petra and understand that the city of amman is 30 mins north of the airport and we will be arriving from the south. We have an early flight the next day so do not want to travel unneccessarily. thanks Gill O'D.

I am seeking information about travel from Amman to Jersualem...What are the hours of operation for the Allenby bridge? How long can I expect the trip to take? How does it work? Take a bus to the bridge, cross with shared taxi? What kind of visa do I need if I am to fly into Amman, stay in West Bank for one month and return to Jordan? Do I need to acquire a multi-entrance visa before I leave (usa)? And about how long does it take to get one? what are border crossings like? Can I expect to be questioned thoroughly regarding my intentions in West bank? I will be doing volunteer work there. Any other info would be so extremely helpful! Thanks!
Whitney

IS any one travelling to Amman from 20-24th of May??? Wouldnt mind a Travel buddy?? Hmmm...!!

How much does a Taxi should cost me from AMMAN AIRPORT to NEW PARK HOTEL which is situated in DOwn Town Amman, King Hussein Str Opposite Old Court!!

Can anyone please advise how much a taxi from Amman airport to Madaba should cost? Thanks!

My daughter will be doing a 3 month internship in the summer in Amman, starting around May 21. We have had a hard time getting any information about apartments/hostels, or even a homestay while she is there. Does anyone have any leads/suggestions that we can look into?? Your help will be much appreciated. You can reply to the forum, or to me personally, dktriviz@msn.com.
Thanks alot!!

I am a college student interested in learning Arabic. By summertime, I will have completed 2 semesters of Arabic. I am extremely interested in continuing my learning of Arabic over the summer, and I was wondering where the best place to learn the language would be. Some things that are of importance to me are: quality of instruction, location of the school, and activities outside of the school. Since I am going alone, I want to study somewhere where I won't feel secluded or outside of society. Also, scenery is of great importance. All things considered, where would you guys recommend studying Arabic? (I want to study for a period of about 2 months...I'm not sure if that changes anything). ( I know I posted this about a month ago in the Sousse and Damascus forum; however, those are no longer options.)

I am going to Amman in late May---any advice on how to dress for business situations? Dark suits? Light colored Suits? What is appropriate?

I have been trying to find a walking tour of Amman - we have a free afternoon and I have always found a tour that walks around the city and shows your highlights...but I'm having trouble finding anything like that in Jordan. I see bus tours and other longer time trips. Can anyone help?

I have an 11 hr layover in Amman from Kuwait. Flight arrives at 12midnte and leaves at 11 am next day. Any suggestions what to do in Amman for a short period of time. Should I try out the nite life via cab. I'd like to see Petra in the early morning can I make it back to the airport on time. Any suggestions helps. Thanks

Are there any day tours of Jerusalem leaving from Amman. Who organises them, if any and what are the cost of the trip. Please advice. Thanks

James

hi,

Me and my girlfriend are planning to have a stop over in amman on our way to ephiophia, would 2-3 days be long enough to have a bit of a look around?

and any other help would be good...

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Hi everyone,

I will be visiting Amman in March to see my husband. Any tips on how to dress while I'm there. I heard it's disrepectful to show skin, is this true?

HI all,

I’m planning to visit Jordan, Amman in February and would greatly appreciate if someone can recommend a decent hotel in central location for $50, single. I’ve checked out Teledo Hotel, has any one stayed there.

Also is there a bus that runs from Amman to the dead Sea area. How much would a taxi ride from central Amman to the Dead Sea cost?

Thanx a lot everyone

hi. does anyone know on average how much might it cost to rent a car in amman, for 4 people? we would need it from the morning of jan 29th till morning of jan 31st?

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Just wondering what is a reasonable price to pay for a ride from the airport to the hotel. We are staying at the Crystal Suites in Amman (5th Circle, Towards King Abdullah Gardens, across from the Four Seasons and Sheraton. The hotel charges 30 JD for a pickup. Would catching a taxi from the airport be significantly cheaper? Are there fixed prices for the airport cabs?


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hi i am a canadian currently in kuwait. next month i plan to visit jordan & jerusalem. i will arrive in amman, from there go to petra. then go to jerusalem. then return to petra

please share any tips and advice about:

- the best way to get from amman to petra: taxi or bus? what is the cost for each

- to go from petra to jerusalem: should i go straight from petra, or first return to amman and then go from there? i am travelling on my canadian passport but i must avoid an israeli stamp because i will be returning to the gulf. which bridge crossing is the best. whats the best way to get from petra to jerusalem


please reply soon
thanks so much

hello everyone from california in america.
happy holidays.

i will be staying in jerusalem for 3 weeks late summer to participate in the Temple Mount Sifting program, and wanted to be able to travel to Amman to see the archaeological museum there that has the dead sea scrolls. i also heard the copper scroll is there? does anyone know?

anyway, i am a lady traveling alone, and can you tell me a way to get there so i could see the museum, etc. i have no car, so bus? plane?

i appreciate all help.

My friends are thinking of getting married when we all visit Amman in December (18th December onwards). Can anyone give us any tips on how easy it is to do?

Hi I'm travelling to Amman on 16th December and have noticed that Eid starts on the 20th December. Can you let me know if most places (shops, cafes, tourist sites etc) will be closed during this festival.

I'll be staying in Amman for just over 3 weeks. As a western woman should I wear any traditional clothing whilst in the city or is my general casual clothing culturally acceptable?

Hello travelers,
I will be in Amman next week. most of it will be work, but i might have a night or two going out, plus a day to walk around the city.
this is my forst time in Amman. I will be staying at the Amman Cham Hotel, in hmeisani Street. Is it in a central location?
Can anyone recommend things to see and do for the extra day i have? It should be things that are safe for a woman going on her own.

Cheers,
Anbar

I'll be in Jordan in early November. What clothing should I be taking besides the regular slacks, short-sleeve tops, a sweater and good walking shoes? My group will be going out to dinner but I think it won't be too upscale.

Hello and another question: What should I expect to pay for a taxi in and around Amman? I'll need to take a taxi from my hotel to a location less than 20 miles away.
Please advise.
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franceonisland

Hello VTers,
I will be visiting Petra next month. I'm recovering from tendinitis on one foot and will still be hobbling around. Is walking around in Petra doable for me? (We will be staying in a hotel at the entrance of Petra, so very convenient.)
Please advise.
franceonisland

Does anyone knows if it is possible to upgrade an (internet ADSL 512kbps) to 1024 or more and if so how much does it cost?

I'll be staying in Amman for a few weeks. I will be by myself, so I don't really care how crappy the apartment is as long as it is cheap and has hispeed internet access.

I also wouldn't mind sharing a place with someone as long as the two above conditions are met.

Please help.

Thanks,