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BUNKING WITH BEDOUINS The highlight for many visitors to Jordan is the chance to spend the night under the stars in a Bedouin-style camp. Located roughly three hours' drive south of Jordan's capital, Amman, the authentic Captain's Camp is the ideal location for the wannabe adventurer. Guests are, quite literally, out in the middle of the desert here, a short drive (or camel ride) from the remote Rum village where the nearest, albeit scant, provisions for tourists are sold. Accommodation is provided in basic but functional tents with twin beds. More pleasant sleeping arrangements can be had on cushions out under the stars, but make sure to bring warm clothes and mosquito repellent. There are toilet and shower facilities on-site, and a buffet-style dinner and breakfast are included in the package; e-mail captains@go.com.jo for more information.

TAKE A DIVE After all that sand in Wadi Rum, there's nothing better than a dip in the emerald waters of the Red Sea. And, for scuba or snorkeling fans, the Royal Diving Club in the resort area of Aqaba is the perfect place to combine a quick swim with a chance to spot lionfish, snappers and barracuda in the wreck of the container ship Cedar Bride, which lies 20 meters deep in the warm waters off Rainbow Reef. Read more details at www.jptd.com.jo .