The stunning landscape of Wadi Rum is just one of Jordan’s many treasures. For years we have been told that the classic Seven Wonders of the World were the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Statue of Zeus at Olympia, the Temple...
Tag: Petra
The Rose City of Petra is now officially classified one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Famously depicted in Indiana Jones as the final resting place of the Holy Grail, the Treasury of Petra originally served as a royal tomb. With over 800 registered sites in Petra, it’s a place you have to explore when visiting the desert kingdom of Jordan.
New 7 Wonders of the World by AirPano
Ever since the finalists were announced back in 2007, the New 7 Wonders of the World have captured the imagination of travellers and artists alike, including the Russian-based photography group AirPano. Specialising in drone photography, their images provide unique aerial perspectives of these incredible sites plus more besides...
From Amman to Madaba
Earlier this year I travelled to the Hashemite Kingdom on our 8 day Totally Jordan group tour. Kicking off in the capital city of Amman, I proceeded to spend the next week discovering the ancient Roman ruins of Jerash, catching a glimpse of the Promised Land from Mt Nebo, exploring Crusader...
Jordan from the air
This week’s video pick comes from the visionary travel film makers of Matador Network – an independent media site with thriving travel community and one of the fasted growing travel lifestyle brands on the web. Using the latest photography, drone, and video technology they put together inspiring travel videos...
Extra time in Jordan
While the bustling capital of Amman, vast red desert landscape of Wadi Rum and the once lost city of Petra, are must-sees on any trip to Jordan, those with a bit more time on their hands can head off the beaten track to discover beautiful national parks,...
Different views of Petra
If I ask you to picture the country of Jordan, I can almost guarantee that one particular image will spring to mind. An image of one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, of a UNESCO World Heritage Site made famous by the movie ‘India Jones...
Roman cities, Crusader castles & desertscapes
In September I travelled to the magical country of Jordan on a tailor-made holiday, with two of my friends, to discover all that The Hashemite Kingdom has to offer. Greeted with warmth and hospitality, I discovered ancient Roman cities, Crusader castles, vast desertscapes, revered biblical cites, the buoyant...
A Passage to Petra
Last week we featured a wonderful short film put together by freelance videographer Andrew Kirkby when he travelled to Egypt with us. But he did not stop there! Andrew continued his adventure by heading to The Hashmite Kingdom of Jordan on our short and sweet 6...
Top 10 things to do in Jordan
With an array of ancient ruins, lost cities, biblical sites and spectacular landscapes to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start in Jordan. With taken a look at our top ten things to see and do in the Hashemite Kingdom. Whether its...
Culture, cuisine and chilling in Jordan
After spending a week or so exploring the sights and delights of Jordan you may have a few days on your hands and are wondering how to make the most of your time – whether you are a culture vulture, adventurous foodie, discerning traveller or history...