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cision and then don't hesitate - Amman's drivers will make their decisions based on a reasonable assumption of
what you'll do next.
Above all, have patience; an extra minute's wait is infinitely preferable to a nasty accident. And if all else fails,
put your pride behind you and ask some old lady to lead you by the hand - or at least follow in her slipstream.
Internet Access
Amman has plenty of internet cafes, particularly in downtown. Most hotels now offer wi-
fi connectivity and/or use of a PC with internet for minimal or no charge.
Books@café ( 4650457; Omar bin al-Khattab, downtown; per hr JD2; 10am-mid-
night) A professional set-up with fast connections.
Internet Yard ( 5509569; [e-mail]; Al-Amir Mohammed St, downtown;
per hr JD1; 9.30am-midnight)
Meeranet ( 5695956; Ilya Abu Madhi St, Shmeisani; per hr JD2; 24hr)
Welcome Internet ( 4620206; Al-Amir Mohammed St, downtown; per hr JD1;
10.30am-1am)
Media
Jordan Today is a free monthly booklet that includes a Yellow Pages listing of embassies,
airlines, travel agencies and car-rental companies in both Amman and Aqaba, as well as
restaurant listings and news of upcoming events.
The monthly Where to Go includes a useful collection of Amman restaurant menus. To
track down a copy of either, ask at one of the tourist offices or at top-end hotels and res-
taurants.
The English-language Jordan Times and Star newspapers both print entertainment list-
ings and useful phone numbers.
Medical Services
Amman has more than 20 hospitals and some of the best medical facilities available in the
Middle East. The English-language Jordan Times and Star list hospitals and doctors on
night duty throughout the capital. They also publish a list of pharmacies open after-hours.
Al-Khalidi Medical Centre ( 4644281; www.kmc.jo ; Bin Khaldoun St, Jebel Amman)
Southwest of 3rd Circle.
Islamic Hospital ( 5101010; just off Al-Malek al-Hussein St, Jebel al-Hussein)
Italian Hospital ( 4777101; Italian St, downtown)