Safety The first thing you will notice when you arrive to Jordan is that the people are very warm and welcoming to tourists. You will be pleasantly surprised by the sense of security you will find in Jordan- it is one of the safest places to travel in the world. Jordan maintains good relations with ALL of its neighbours and is truly an oasis of peace in this region.

The country is fairly liberal, westernised, and alcohol is freely available.

When planning your clothing needs (particularly women), remember that you will be travelling in a Muslim country, albeit not a very conservative one. Too much body should not be displayed. Women and men can wear shorts, though it’s preferable for women to avoid wearing them while walking in Amman's city centre. By following above guidelines, you will feel more relaxed. Make sure you bring with you comfortable walking shoes, a hat and sun block.

Alcohol Most hotels and restaurants offer a wide range of alcoholic beverages. We have excellent local wines and very nice locally produced beer.

Getting Around The best way to experience the country is by private car with a proficient driver. Anyone who has driven in the Middle East will know that we drive differently here; driving in Jordan should be classified as a dangerous sport. Pedestrian crossings are not respected either, so watch out when you are crossing the road. To go to Jordan Jordan has land borders with Israel, Syria, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, and a seaport with daily connections by ferry and fast boats to Nweiba and Sharm El Sheik in Egypt. Royal Jordanian Airlines is the official carrier for the kingdom, but the international airports in Amman and Aqaba also serve most international carriers.

Do I have to Tip? Tipping is not compulsory, but is expected. If you were satisfied with the services of your driver or guide then it would be a nice way to show them your appreciation. Most restaurants add a service charge to your bill, but if not a tip is appropriate there as well.

Electricity The electricity is 220 volts, so bring along a transformer if you need one.

Time We are two hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time, or three hours ahead when we're on Daylight Savings Time from April 10th to October 10th.

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