"Formalities on arrival at Amman's international gateway airport are not difficult. Nationals of certain countries, including all European Union countries, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand and the USA, can obtain visas on arrival at the airport in Jordan. Taxis are plentiful and reasonably priced and take one quickly to one of the 24 four- and five-star as well as moderately priced hotels in the city. English is widely spoken, the city is clean and, year-round, has a fine-dry and moderate climate. Above all, the Jordanians are wonderfully gracious, helpful and hospitable. As well, the city is a perfect place to base one's tours for exploring Jordan or the neighboring countries. Amman is no more than a five-hour drive from anywhere in the country. TO HELP ARRANGE VISITS PLEASE CONTACT US

Facts about Jordan

1) Tourist visas are easily available at any entry point into Jordan except at the King Hussein Bridge. These are single entry visas and cost 10 JD. Groups of five persons or more arriving by way of a designated Jordanian tour operator are exempted from all visa charges. It is adviseable for all travelers to the Middle East to check with their country's consular recommendations before departure.

2) The U.S. dollar is equal to about .70 cents to the JD (Jordanian dinar); Canadian dollar about 60 to 1 JD. Exchange cash or traveller cheques at the money exchangers - they do not take commission.

3) The usual price to rent a reasonably modern small car with full insurance is around 30 or 35 (JD) per day. The roads are good - gas costs .60 JD per litre. Jordan is a small country with good roads, making important historic sites easily accessible. Taxis are reasonably priced and are one of the most convenient methods of transportation. However, agree to the fare beforehand. If taxi metered add 200 fils tip to price shown on metre.

4) Modern medical services are readily available in Jordan's larger cities and towns and the larger hotels normally have a doctor on call. Most doctors speak English fluently. Emergency medical treatment for cases not needing hospitalization is free in Jordan.

5) There are many Internet cafés all around the country--even in remote places.

6)Most Jordanians speak English and are very hospitable to strangers.

7) Conservative dress is advised for both men and women. Women will feel more comfortable when travelling in the country if they dress modestly - no leggings, mini skirts, shorts or sleeveless tops.

8) Besides mezzah and an endless series of appetizers, and the other usual Middle Eastern dishes, try the local Jordanian dishes of mansaf (lamb, rice and yogurt sauce) and musakhkhan (chicken, onion and pine nut dish).

9) For handicrafts, items to buy are: coloured sand bottles, cross-stitch embroidery, Madaba rugs, olive wood and mother-of-pearl articles, pottery and glassware, and silver Bedouin jewellery.

10) Departure taxes for non-Jordanians are 10 JD at the airport and 5 JD at other crossings.