With its balmy winter climate and idyllic setting, Aqaba is Jordan’s year-round aquatic playground. In winter, while Amman shivers around 5 degrees C (41 degrees F), the temperature hovers steadily at about 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) in Aqaba.

The thriving underwater marine life and the crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Aqaba make diving conditions there among the acknowledged best in the world.

Snorkeling, water skiing, windsurfing, fishing and other water sports are also popular.