Visiting Jordan independently is simple enough. There are daily public buses and shuttles from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to Eilat. From there, you can cross into Jordan via the Wadi Arava border. Most nationalities are eligible for a visa-on-arrival.
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Jordan is a conservative society. You should dress modestly and behave courteously. It's illegal to drink alcohol on the street but permissible in bars, clubs, hotels and private homes. There are strict alcohol limits for drivers, similar to those of the UK.
Currently, there are not any Jordan visa bans in place for any foreign citizen. A few exceptions include citizens of Lebanon and EU countries (except for Croatia), who may present a valid national ID card if arriving at Aqaba Airport on a direct flight from Brussels.
Exercise increased caution in Jordan due to terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Do not travel to: Within 3.5 km of the Jordanian border with Syria and east of the town of Ruwayshid in the direction of the border with Iraq due to terrorism and armed conflict.
Independent Travel from Tel Aviv to PetraYou can do this by taking a bus or flight to Eilat and from there a taxi to the border crossing. Remember to organize your Jordanian visa before traveling. If you are traveling without a tour group you cannot get a visa at the border.
Jordanian people are really friendly and welcoming, and you'll make lots of local friends. Just keep your valuables secure when you go out, avoid walking around alone at night, and avoid isolated areas where you stand out. In short, the more you can blend in the easier time you'll have.
Rules for unmarried couplesWhile I've had numerous unmarried couples and gay couples share rooms without any issues, this is not to say problems could never happen. In Jordan, sleeping with any unmarried member of the opposite sex is considered adultery.