Hello Petra!!! Today we had no problem crossing the border at the Allenby Bridge, which was a relief to the whole group because we had all figured that crossing into Jordan from Israel would be more complex than what it was. Since Jordan and Israel had signed a peace treaty, both countries now work together to make travel back and forth easier.
Instead of flying this time, we were able to rent a car from Hertz for a day to get us to Jordan. We actually got a good deal on Mazda 3 for 209 sheqels and an additional 41 sheqels to get insurance on the car. After playing rock, paper, scissors, for who would drive, I was the one that won, so I got to drive us all to Petra.
As you can see, definitely not a bad little car, and it drove really great. Once we finally arrived in Petra, we were all ready for some lunch. We made a quick stop by Pearls Fast Food were we all had burgers and fries for 16 dinars. After lunch it was about time to check into our hotel in which I had already booked before leaving Tel Aviv a few days ago since it was my turn to make arrangements. I decided to make arrangements with the Edom Hotel which cost 490 dinars for our stay.
Located just a few minutes from the city, Petra Edom Hotel in Petra Jordan is an ideal location for travelers who would like to explore the city center and maintain a low-cost vacation . The hotel is also suitable for large conferences and caters to business guests as well. This 3 star Petra Jordan hotel goes to great lengths to making each and every individual guest satisfied with the quality service and excellence in staff hospitality. The hotel features a restaurant which serves traditional Oriental specialties.
Since it was getting late and we had just finally got settled in for the evening, we decided to have dinner at the hotel in where they serving oriental type food. Over dinner, we planned out our week and just wound down for the evening after taking a dip in the pool. We were all really tired and worn out from traveling and unpacking, so we called it a night just before midnight.
Total expenses:
506 Dinars
250 sheqels
Total expenses:
506 Dinars
250 sheqels
784 dollars
Sites:http://www.hertz.co.il/en/AbroadRent/.aspx
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/jordan/petra-and-the-south/aqaba/restaurants/fast-food/pearls-fast-food
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g318895-d456060-Reviews-Edom_Hotel-Petra_Wadi_Musa.html
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