16 Travel Instagrams from 8 Days in Jordan.

Before traveling to Jordan last month, I had heard a lot of good things about it. Everyone we spoke with who had been talked highly of the food, people, and sweeping beauty of the country. I’m happy to say that Jordan lives up to its reputation that travelers have bestowed it. We traveled from Amman, Jordan’s capital city, to Aqaba on the Red Sea. Along the way we made overnight stops at Petra and Wadi Rum. Then on the way back to Amman, we spent an evening at the Dead Sea, where we took a sunset float. For us, the trip was an instant classic. Everyday brought new highlights, and so many laughs and smiles.

We’ve got a lot of stories to share with you guys, including a post talking about our experiences traveling through Jordan despite the turmoil in the region. (Spoiler Alert: It’s super safe–Jordan is like the Switzerland of the Middle East) To get things rolling, though, we thought we’d showcase our Instagram photos and videos from the trip to give you a snapshot about what we experienced on our epic journey through the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Good morning Amman. Time to start exploring… #GoJordan

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 12:37am PDT

Meet Ali. If you lived in Amman he would be your banana man. He sells them at the souk in the city. #GoJordan

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 7:16am PDT

A scene from our stroll through Jerash today. The couple is walking on the 'Carto' which is essentially the main drag through this amazingly well preserved Roman city. When translated means Carto means 'The Heart'. Would love to go back here and spend a few more hours exploring the ruins. #GoJordan

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 1:08pm PDT

I'm trying to put together a small video of each day in Jordan. Here's what our first day looked like in 24 seconds – a visit to the Citadel in Amman, a visit to the souks, a visit to the ancient city of Jerash and a cooking class at Beit Sitti. Awesome day!! #GoJordan

A video posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 9:21pm PDT

We had some big, beautiful skies today on our drive through the desert highway in Jordan. I'm such a desert girl – there's so much magic here I can't wait to see Wadi Rum! #GoJordan @yahootravel

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 3:15pm PDT

A cute little scene from our road trip today. Guess what is in the background?? It's PETRA!!!!! Can't wait to explore – It's like a dream come true to be here and see it! #GoJordan @yahootravel

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 3:22pm PDT

Meet Kosai. I met him while walking in Petra. He's 15 yrs old, from this area and teaching is his favorite subject in school. Such a cutie. #GoJordan @yahootravel

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 2:03am PDT

Day 2 in Jordan: a visit to the Wadi Dana bio reserve, meeting women who make silver jewelry, lunch at a local Bedouin home and cracking open a clay pot to get our dinner. An awesome day but the next would be even better. Stay tuned for Petra!! #GoJordan @visitjordan @yahootravel

A video posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 7:36am PDT

Our visit to Petra was nothing short of amazing. Before you reach the Indiana Jones famous Treasury you walk thru the Siq (translated it means "The Gorge"). Filled with stunning light, each corner is more beautiful than the last. It's the perfect primer to the awe inspiring Treasury. I could've stayed all day taking photos. #GoJordan @visitjordan @yahootravel

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 8:13am PDT

I can't believe I just saw the Treasury. It is just as spectacular as you would imagine. The whole area of Petra is utterly amazing – the people, the landscapes, the camels, the sounds – it's all perfect. Plan to spend 2 days here because you won't want to leave. #GoJordan @visitjordan @yahootravel

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 8:36am PDT

Here it is – the Petra video!!! 15 seconds of Petra, the Treasury, riding mules, & meeting people. Absolutely amazing day. Jordan is simply out of this world!!! Visit our FB page if you want to see the minute long version of this video including scenes from Wadi Rum. www.facebook/beersandbeans #GoJordan @visitjordan

A video posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 5:54am PDT

Spent the day snorkeling in the Red Sea. Fantastic underwater life and a huge coral reef! I saw more fish in 30 mins than I saw the entire month I was on the Greek isles. And the lunch on the boat was perfect -tasty salad, hummus and pita. Even cooler was the fact that when snorkeling we could see Saudi Arabia on the left, Israel and the border of Egypt on the right! #GoJordan @visitjordan

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 6:35am PDT

The light in Wadi Rum and Abi from @insidetravellab make a perfect combination. She's such a natural beauty isn't she? If you want to see pics of all of us in the desert be sure to visit our FB page – I've just put them up. #GoJordan @visitjordan

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 2:06pm PDT

You really do float!!!! The water in the Dead Sea is warm and your skin feels heavenly soft when you get out. Loved it!! #GoJordan @visitjordan

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 9:27am PDT

When the Queen of Jordan @queenrania sends you a comment on Instagram it is nothing short of amazing!!! Thank you so much – so humbled and honored to be surrounded by the beautiful people of Jordan. #GoJordan @visitjordan

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 11:07am PDT

I've still got some really great photos of our time in Jordan that I want to share. This is one of my favorites. It's a photo of our Beduoin host in Wadi Rum. This is his house where he hosted lunch for us. He and his family (wife and 4 kids) live here in the middle of Wadi Rum in two room tent. This part of the tent is the living room where they eat and socialize and the other smaller side is here they sleep. He is sitting in front of their kitchen making tea and coffee. They are nomadic, move whenever they feel like it and live a kind of communal life with other Beduoin, although they all live quite spaced apart. When someone needs something (like gas for the truck) they all pitch in and make it happen. Some beduoins may sell vegetables or keep a flock of sheep or goats for a bit of income but mostly they are a self sustaining and communal bunch here in the desert. I met his wife and kids as well. She was beautiful and gracious and the kids were very well behaved, friendly and full of smiles. Although she cooked us lunch she wasn't allowed to serve it or eat with us and only the girls of our group were allowed to meet her which I considered a huge honor. We were not allowed to photograph her but I do have some photos of their children. I let his oldest son and daughter take photos with the iPhone which they loved. It's an interesting way of life which on many levels appeals to me. I would love to try it for a week to see if I could handle it. Wadi Rum is such a magical place and the time I spent with this family in their tent was my favorite part of our journey in Jordan. Visit Jordan #GoJordan

A photo posted by Beers & Beans (@beersandbeans) on Oct 10, 2014 at 2:41am PDT

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