Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Leave as found
For as long as outsiders have been searching for, and stumbling over, the
ancient monuments of Jordan, they have also been chipping bits off, hauling items home
or leaving their contributions engraved on the stones. Please don't be one of their number.
Bag it and bin it
This is the one time when you shouldn't follow local example; set an
example instead and take your litter home.
Follow the rules
As tempting as it may be to reach out for a starfish in the Red Sea, light
a fire for an ad hoc campground, take a photo without someone's permission, or skinny
dip in a waterhole, these are acts that erode the natural and cultural heritage of the country.
Making Your Stay Count
There are lots of ways in which you can turn your visit from a potential burden into a
blessing. By supporting any of the following enterprises, you will be contributing posit-
ively to local communities. Also don't forget that you can add value to your purchases by
shopping at community-friendly outlets -
Click here
for a list of craft shops.
Things to Do
Abraham Path Initiative
(
www.abrahampath.org
)
Aims to weave a path from Ajloun in
Jordan through Israel and the Palestinian Territories and Syria, connecting local com-
munities who stand to benefit from the passing trade of hikers. This ambitious internation-
al project is currently on hold due to political difficulties but is one to watch for the future.
Jordan Living History Association
(JLHA;
www.jerashchariots.com
)
Promotes accurate
historical re-enactments at Jerash (where it supports 65 people, including army veterans)
and other parts of the country.
Neighbours Paths
(
www.foeme.org
)
Four community-based tours along the Jordan River,
focusing on cross-border issues such as water and peace-building.
Zikra Initiative
(
www.zikrajordan.org
)
Connects 'urbanites' (Jordanians and internation-
als) to 'ruralists' - a modest participation fee helps fund microloans for village 'entrepren-
eurs'.
Places to Stay
RSCN
(
www.rscn.org.jo
)
Provides excellent ethical and sustainable accommodation with-
in Jordan's reserves - reservations are necessary and can be made online.
Ammarin Bedouin Camp
(
Click here
;
www.bedouincamp.net
)
Near Little Petra, this
camp is run for the benefit of the tribe.
