Jordan
Middle East · Arabic · Dinar
Accept the third offer of tea even if you refused the first two, and dress for the souk, not the beach.
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5 phrases you need in Jordan
- HelloمرحباMAR-hah-bah
- Goodbyeمع السلامةMAH-ah sah-LAH-mah
- Pleaseمن فضلكmin FAHD-lak
- Thank youشكراًSHOOK-rahn
- Excuse meلو سمحتlau sah-MAHT
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Know before you go
money
The Jordanian dinar is one of the strongest currencies in the world, so prices feel higher than the region; withdraw larger amounts at once since ATM fees are flat.
scams
At Petra the horse ride from the gate is technically included with your ticket, but handlers expect a hefty tip; agree on any donkey or camel price before mounting.
transport
Use Careem or Uber in Amman rather than negotiating with street taxis, and book the JETT bus a day ahead for the Amman to Petra run.
etiquette
Dress modestly outside hotel pools and west Amman, and during Ramadan avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in public during daylight hours.
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