Ghosts replace crowds as Covid-19 rattles Jordan's ancient city of Petra
Empty streets, hotel rooms and restaurants shine harsh light on crisis facing tourism industry
December 2017
The running blog
Jogging in Jordan: the 650km trail that's a journey through time
The Jordan Trail takes you through the wonders of an ancient landscape. Along the way, you’ll discover the best running fuel in the world
June 2017
Little Petra: exploring the tastes and traditions of 'the real Jordan'
A new initiative from a husband-and-wife team offers the chance to venture into the desert beyond Jordan’s most iconic site, in the company of local people
March 2017
Instagram snapshots
From Petra to Wadi Rum: an archaeologist's view of Jordan
Darius Arya is on a research project in Jordan, but has time to capture the country’s stunning trinity of world-famous sights
November 2016
Jordan is spectacular, safe and friendly – so where are the tourists?
Readers' travel tips
Highlights of Jordan: readers’ travel tips
March 2016
Instagram snapshots
Instagram snapshots: Leon McCarron in Jordan
On his epic walk through the Middle East, adventurer Leon McCarron witnesses grand views, kind gestures and a pose in readiness for celebrity
November 2015
Discover Petra on a virtual tour with Google Street View
Google Street View has mapped the ancient city of Petra, providing armchair travellers with a video tour of its historic sights – with commentary by Queen Rania of Jordan
November 2014
Working holidays: a Bedouin tour business in Jordan’s Wadi Rum
Cat Rainsford’s summer of working holidays ends in Jordan, helping a Bedouin tour firm. Tourists are few, but that leaves time for lessons in both Arabic and the art of friendship
March 2014
Peace in the Middle East: holidays in the countryside
Despite tensions, tourism in the Middle East is growing and, for the most part, visitors can travel safely. Daniel Adamson assesses the situation in Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, Jordan, Oman and Tunisia
July 2013
Experts' and readers' tips
100 boutique hotels for under £100 a night: readers' tips
Readers reveal their favourite boutique stays, from Somerset to Sri Lanka
August 2012
Sunny September breaks without the crowds
Early autumn is the perfect time for a short break matching sunshine with cultural and outdoor pursuits
July 2012
Letter from
Letter from Jordan: ships of the desert
A chivalrous guide and his obedient camels offer gentle transport around the moonscape of the Wadi Rum desert
November 2011
World-class guides
When it comes to adventure travel, local guides who really know their stuff can make all the difference, says Ed Douglas
October 2011
Letter from
Jordan: relaxed town at the heart of a trade route
Despite its fevered activity, Salt reveals hints of its ancient past
June 2011
Holiday deals in the Middle East and north Africa
There are fantastic bargains to be had on holidays to Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Jordan and the UAE, as tour operators try to tempt tourists back
May 2011
The secret ingredient: quirky travel tips
What's the best way to get to know a place? Our writers reveal canny – even cheeky – ways to uncover what the guide books don't tell you – from lining up local mates to inviting yourself into someone's home
March 2011
The Middle East: to go or not to go?
Tourism is a big industry for the Middle East, but is it wise to head there now? Gemma Bowes consults tourist boards, tour operators and the Foreign Office
