June 23, 2016

The Romance Of Aqaba

Aqaba is my favourite of all the places that we visited in Jordan. The gorgeous blue waters of the Red Sea just blew my mind! Aqaba has got a different feel altogether. It’s unlike the rest of Jordan. Aqaba is more of an upmarket, lively and a youthful city. Being the only coastal city in Jordan, Aqaba gives you a break from the mystical air that you feel in places like Petra and Wadi Rum.

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The moment you reach the shores of the Red Sea, you get to see two different countries across the sea – Israel on the right side and Egypt right in front. As you board a yacht to sail, the brown mountains touching the brink of the blue sea spellbind you. My fellow bloggers swam and snorkeled, while I chose to simply enjoy the breezes and the sublime beauty around me.

Also, we had the pleasure of digging in to the barbecued chicken and fish (along with regular Jordanian dishes – Salads, Hummus and Pita bread) while sailing. After our time on the yacht, we checked in at Movenpick Resort – my favourite stay in Jordan. My room had a fabulous view of the sea, which added to my thrill of being in Aqaba.

Why I loved my stay at Movenpick –

The idea of staying close to the Sea is exciting. You can head to the marina anytime! Plus, Movenpick has its private beach, which guests can visit at their leisure.

I loved the comfort and the amenities of my room. There was definitely a personal touch to everything.

I loved the décor and grandeur of the hotel. The rooms, the lobby, the restaurants and the swimming pool – every area is beautifully done up.

Although my stay at Movenpick was short, it was a great way of taking in the essence of Aqaba. If I ever happen to visit Jordan again, I’d definitely like to spend a lot of time in Aqaba. There’s a lot that you’d want to do in Aqaba –

Aqaba is a great destination for sunshine lovers. You can grab your favourite drink and sit by the seashore with absolutely nothing on your mind.

I also enjoyed sauntering on the streets, café hopping and some random shopping.

Aqaba has quite a buzzing nightlife – locals are seen savouring Hukka, snacking on different local dishes and having a great time.

I thank Jordan Tourism Board for introducing Aqaba to me.

Did you find Aqaba inviting?

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Author: Renuka