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Instead of Dubai, save your hard-earned dollars and visit neighboring Jordan for a cheaper and more down-to-Earth vacation spot. As Dubair has become more like Las Vegas, with lots of glitz and higher prices, Jordan has remained a budget-friendly destination. Jordan has all the food, culture, and heritage of the region, while prices remain on par with those in Lebanon, Syria, and Egypt, but it's more politically stable.

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