Aqaba Seasons Summer 2015

AQABA SEASONS Summer Issue 10 -2014

BEYOND AQABA

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Discover Hikes Many trails in Jordan neither tourists nor locals know much about, which offer the opportunity for some incredible hiking and off-the-beaten-path adventures. Check out our favourites, most of which can be arranged as day trips from Aqaba.

Remember to keep in mind 1. Petra Monastery to Little Petra

After getting to the Monastery (which itself requires a hike, as the Monastery is located inside the Park and is usually reached by starting at the main Visitors’ Centre. It also requires summiting 730 ancient stone steps), you can walk onwards to Little Petra, rather than turning back towards the visitors’ centre. After passing the Monastery, head towards the junction, which should take about an hour. To the right lies the trail back to the restaurants near the steps of the Monastery and the museum. To the left lies the trail to Little Petra, heading north and following vague vehicle tracks. The distance between this junction and Little Petra is about six kilometres. What will you find at Little Petra? This historical site served as a “suburb” for the main city of Petra, and today you can see some remaining dams and cisterns.

• A “moderate” hike for adults may be more difficult for little kids.

• Don’t underestimate the power of the summer sun, especially in Wadi Rum, where shade may be hard to come by.

The trail itself is beautiful, and being located in Siq Al Barid (the Cold Siq), can offer a respite from the heat.

Helpful to know • You must arrange your own transportation back to Little Petra • A GPS or guide is highly recommended once you depart the Monastery • Petra is a 128 kilometre drive from Aqaba

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Wadi Rum and near the border with Saudi Arabia, Jabal Um Ad Dami provides summit views at an elevation of approximately 1,850 metres. Surprisingly, the ascent is not particularly difficult, taking about two hours and involving very little scrambling. Naturally, given the incline involved, it does require being in decent shape. The view from the top shows largely isolation and empty landscape, but you can even see the Gulf of Aqaba from 45 kilometres away! The geology in this area is particularly striking, and the drive alone is worth the trip.

Helpful to know • The campground and reserve are open 1 March to 31 October • The Rumaneh Campground is a 136 kilometre drive from Aqaba

Helpful to know • You can park at the base of the mountain • 4X4 drive is required. Bedouin trip outfitters can help you arrange this • There are no services near the trail, so make sure you bring everything you want with you • Be mindful of the heat!

The Rumaneh Mountain Trail begins at the Rummana Campground, located near Dana Village.

The campground is run by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN), and if you decide to extend your day trip overnight, you can stay within the campground, camp on your own outside the reserve or stay at a hotel in Dana Village. The trail runs in a circle, and is relatively short (three and a half kilometres). While steep (you’ll be summiting the top), the trail is clear and not difficult. You do not need either a GPS or a guide.

3. Wadi Ghweir Trail to Feynan

Grant and Massen describe this trail as “possibly the most spectacular hike in Jordan.” You will walk through a wadi and a three kilometre Siq filled with water while enjoying striking tropical flora and even some fauna (frogs and freshwater crabs)! The hike requires a full day of walking (an eight hour 15 kilometre walk) over some very challenging terrain and arrives eventually at Feynan Eco Lodge. Or, you can choose to pitch camp along the trail. The end of the hike will take you by the Feynan ruins as well as a very basic village. At the end, of course, awaits the Feynan Eco Lodge, hailed as one of the best 25 ecolodges in the world by National Geographic Traveler Magazine.

Helpful to know • A GPS or guide is recommended for this trail • The trail is linear, which means you have to think about transportation (the best option is to park at Feynan and then arrange a drop off at the start of the trail) • The start of the trail is about 170 kilometres from Aqaba. You will first head towards the Shobak Castle, and then head for the town of Mansura (but turn right before entering) • If you do leave your car at Ghuweir, there is some space for parking cars. It is recommended you leave a note in the windshield stating you are on a hike (to avoid suspicion from the Tourist Police)

4. Adami Trail (Jabal Um Dami)

Jordan’s tallest mountain, which is located inside

5. Wadi Rum – Lawrence of Arabia spring

This pleasant short hike from the parking lot in Wadi Rum village will take you to the actual spring that TE Lawrence visited (not the same thing as the “Lawrence Spring” south of Wadi Rum village). There are shallow, paved steps carved into the hillside along the path to the spring to help you reach your destination, and there is even a picnic area near the top of the path. This trail will also take you by the Nabatean temple, which you can stop to explore. Once you reach the actual spring, follow the trail onwards along the water toward a wonderful view.

Helpful to know • Wadi Rum is located approximately 60 kilometres from Aqaba • All trails in the Wadi Rum Reserve require the purchase of an entrance ticket • Wadi Rum Village is also located inside the reserve, about seven kilometres after the Visitors’ Centre For more about hiking in Jordan, check out Dr Gregory F. Maasen and Chris Grant’s Hiking in Jordan: Trails in and around Petra, Wadi Rum, Wadi Mujib, Wadi Araba, Rahma, and the Dead Sea. Available in paperback and via PDF and Amazon Kindle, this guide offers maps, GPS tracks, videos, and trail descriptions to help you plan outdoor trips across Jordan.

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5 THINGS TO DO IN AQABA 4. Explore Aqaba’s diverse and stunning places of worship

The Masjid Al-Sharif Al-Hussein Bin Ali is a stunning structure that makes for a particularly remarkable sight at sunset. It features the largest dome in Jordan and is ornamented with intricate geometrical decorations. Next, check out the Church of Stella Maris, an extremely modern building notable for its sharp geometric roof and abundance of natural light. Outside the city centre, travel to Masjid Sheikh Zayed, and enjoy the colours, textures, and shapes integrated into the design, while also taking in the panoramic view of the Gulf of Aqaba.

3. Mingle!

Reach out and meet local people in the iconic Aqaba spaces. Try heading to the harbour before sunset to watch the Aqabawi fishermen return home with the day’s catch. You are sure to find yourself in good company and can strike up conversation with fellow spectators as well as the fishermen themselves.

1. Hop on an open bus touR

Don’t feel like walking? No problem! Give your feet a break while enjoying the breeze as you roll through the city’s major sites and attractions by bus.

Different routes and times are available, including a 45 minute ride that covers the city centre and market and 90 minute ride that covers the city centre and south beach.

2. Create your own informal culinary tour by sampling the many delicious street eats around Aqaba Grab a shawerma sandwich (beef or chicken). Or, go for falafel, hummus and foul, all of which can be taken in to-go containers or made into sandwiches, which are usually served with tahini and veggies. Since you are in Aqaba, why not treat yourself to a fish sandwich!? If you find yourself down south during the warmer months, order lemon and mint juice, which is quite popular in Jordan and is often served with or without crushed ice. You can also beat the heat with treats from local ice cream cafes. Be sure to try pistachio ice cream!

5. Step back in time, tracing Aqaba’s rich history All of the major historical attractions are conveniently located within the city centre, and you can travel to all of the sites by foot.

Start your tour with the remains of the ancient Islamic city of Ayla.

Then explore the ruins of a fourth century byzantine church, which is quite possibly one of the world’s oldest known purpose-build places of Christian worship, predating the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. From there, continue onwards to the Mamluk Fort (Aqaba castle). While perhaps not the biggest fort you’ve ever laid eyes on, it hosted an important victory against Ottoman forces during the Great Arab Revolt of 1916. Finally, conclude your historical trip with a visit to the House (now a museum) of Sharif Hussein Bin Ali, who is famous for leading the Great Arab Revolt. Next to his house you can find the Great Arab Revolt Plaza, home to the giant Great Arab Revolt Flag. Although similar to the national flag of Jordan, the design differs slightly (no star) and was erected to commemorate the Revolt. It is so large that you can even see it from Egypt!

SPOTLIGHT

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Aqaba by sea One of the most popular ways to enjoy Aqaba outdoors is from the beach or under the waves. The warm waters are hard to resist and the bountiful marine life makes Aqaba a prime diving site. If you’re interested in staying at surface level, snorkeling options abound or you can opt for the semi-submersible submarine for coral viewing. If you don’t fancy getting wet, take a trip in a glass bottom boat. Or, you can even descend into the watery depths on the Neptune Submarine Tour (www.facebook. com/NeptuneBoat). Or how about a beautiful cruise over to Pharaoh’s Island in Egypt to check out the local castle. But don’t forget your passport! You’ll need to book days before your trip and include a copy of your passport.

When you’re done with water activities, you can return to land, relax and sunbathe at one of the beautiful sandy beaches (both public and private options) or take a walk along the shore.

Treasures Under & Beyond The Sea Aqaba is the perfect place to plan a vacation that focuses on nature. The year-round moderate climate makes it an ideal place to explore Jordan’s natural resources, flourishing hiking and adventure tourism economy, and of course, it is Jordan’s only coastal city, offering a wealth of otherwise unavailable water sports

Aqaba by land

One of the best ways to enjoy the city of Aqaba while soaking up the sun and getting your heart pumping is to go on a walking tour of the city’s major historical and cultural attractions (check out our next section on the walking tour to plan out your itinerary). Alternatively, if you’d rather focus more on nature, head over to the Aqaba Bird

Observatory (www.facebook.com/aqababirds), which is managed by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (www.rscn.org.jo).

The Observatory offers an educational centre, walking trails, an observatory and a garden hosting the native flora that local species depend on.

Outside the city – Petra and Wadi Rum

Two of Aqaba’s most famous attractions lie not in the city itself but approximately an hour to the east and northeast – Wadi Rum and Petra. Both of these national treasures, the vast expanses of nearly untouched desert and the astonishing remains of the ancient Nabatean civilisation can be explored through day trips, or you can choose to stay in a variety of accommodations within either site (hotels, base camps with tents, camping under the stars). Within both the Wadi Rum protected area and Petra (as well as within the Petra Archaeological Park) you can find numerous hiking options, including day trips and overnight treks. There are many different tourism companies working within Petra and Wadi Rum and Aqaba-based hotels may also organise trips directly, often in partnership with local tribes. Additionally, there are Amman-based outdoor groups that run weekend group trips or can develop longer itineraries for couples and groups, utilising local homestays, camping and Bed & Breakfasts.

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PHONE DIRECTORY ACCOMODATION HOTELS ***** Movenpick 00962 (03) 2034020 - 1C Movenpick / Tala Bay 00962 (03) 2090300 - 3B Intercontinental 00962 (03) 2092222 - 1B Radisson BLU 00962 (03) 209 0777 - 3B Kempinski Hotel 00962 (03) 209 0888 - 2C DoubleTree by Hilton Aqaba 00962 (03) 2093209 - 2E **** Aqaba Gulf 00962 (03) 2016636 - 2D Marina Plaza 00962 (03) 209 2900 - 3B Days Inn 00692 (03) 203 1901 - 2D *** Aquamarina III 00962 (03) 203 2635/6 - 2D Captain Hotel 00962 (03) 2060710 - 2D Coral Bay Hotel 00962 (03) 2015555 - 4B Crystal Int. Hotel 00962 (03) 202 2001/3 - 4D ** Al- Cazar 00962 (03) 2014131 - 2D Shweiki Int.Hotel 00962 (03) 2022657/8 - 2E Zatari 00962 (03) 2022970/1/2/3 - 3F Jardaneh 00962 (03) 2061103 - 2F Al- Shula 00962 (03) 2015155 - 3D Al- Dweik II 00962 (03) 2035919 - 2E Al Zaitoneh 00962 (03) 2019601 - 2E Aqua Vista 00962 (03) 205 1620 - 2D Nairoukh II 00962 (03) 2012980 - 4D Cedar 00962 (03)2030304 - 2E Dream Hotel 00962 (03) 2017352 - 2F Plaza Maswadeh 00962 (03) 203 9600 - 2F * Al Amira 00962 (03) 2018840 - 3E Moon Beach 00962 (03) 2013316 - 5D Safa 00962 (03) 2022763 - 2E Amer 2 (Belal ) 00962 (03) 2019285 - 3E Golden Rose 00962 (03) 2039880 - 3E Ahla Talla 00962 (03) 2015011 - 4D Dweik I 00962 (03) 2012985 - 3E

Under Classification Mina Hotel 00962 (03) 201 5165/66 - 2E Golden Tulip 00962 (03) 205 1234 - 2E My Hotel 00962 (03) 203 0890/1/2/3 - 2D Al-Qidra 00962 (03) 201 4230 - 2E Al Marsa 00962 (03) 2013414 - 2E Rae’d Hotel Suites 00962 (03) 201 8686 - 2E Aqaba inn hotel 00962 (03) 2033331 - 2F Aqaba Hills Suites 00962 (03) 2051212/14 - 2D Yafko hotel 00962 (03) 2042222 - 5E Classic Hotel 00962 (03) 205 0072 - 3F

Inns Petra 00962 (03)2013746 Al-Khouli 00962 (03)2030152 Alnaher Alkhalid 00962 (03)2012456 Al-Amer 00962 (03)2014821 Aljameel 00962 (03)2014118 Al-kourneish 00962 (03)2015417 Al-Jaber 00962 796470567 Jerusalem 00962 (03)2014815 Red Sea 00962 796979912 Hospitality palace 00962 777764950 Aqaba Corals 00962 777626285 Jordan Flower 00962 745711631 7days 00962 776220222 Al-Rawan 00962 797262650 The Beach 00962 (03)2015108 Thagher Al-Ordon 00962 78533894

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PHONE DIRECTORY FOOD & DRINK ORIENTAL FOOD Captain’s Rest (0) 3 201 6905 El-Beit Beitak (0) 3 203 2032 Fawanees Haretna (0) 786080620 Ali-Baba (0) 3 201 3901 Al-Sham Palace Rest 1+2 (0) 3 201 4788 Al-Shami (0) 3 201 6107 Al-Sufara (0)795713350 Al-Tazaj (0) 3 201 6226 Bedouin Garden Village (0) 79 560 2521 Burj Al-Hamam (0) 3 209 2222 Sheba (0) 3 205 1620 Kahf Al-Majd (0)796618404 Hayat Zaman (0) 3 201 4767 Marsa Saba (0) 3 203 5196 Al-Mabrouk Beach (0) 3 2063304 Sa’et Zaman (0) 79 9354656/776240245 Fish Fish Rest. (0) 3 206 1661 Chef Sherqawy Rest. (0) 795674447 Day’a Jdudna (0)799907267

FISH & SEAFOOD Captain’s Rest (0) 3 201 6905 Floka (0) 3 203 0860 Ali-Baba (0) 3 201 3901 Ocean Fresh Fish Collection (0) 3 203 5008 Red Sea Grill (0) 3 203 4020 Barracuda (0) 79 6500187 Marsa Saba (0) 3 203 5196 Istakoza (0)796211105 Al-Mabrouk Beach (0) 3 2063304 Fish Fish Rest. (0) 3 206 1661 Aqaba House (0) 796665859

ARABIC FAST FOOD Al-Qamar Al-Arabi (0)798795201 Al-Tarboush Pastry & Barbeque (0) 3 201 8513 Al-Mohandes (0) 3 201 3454 Sheikh Al Hara (0) 3 206 0111 Tasqeya (0) 796688585 Al Shater Hasan (0) 3 201 7212 Papaya Res.& Cafe (0) 3 201 2200 Sahselni Restaurants (0) 3 206 3737 Shawerma Tatbileh (0) 795491718

PHONE DIRECTORY PUBS/BARS

Farah Way (0) 795942009 Pizzeria Quattro Stagioni (0) 79 5996885 Snack Corner (0) 798778868 After Eight (0)79 678 4075 Hani Ali (0) 3 201 5200 Raquet Kan’an (0)3 2060090 Foron Sabah w Masa (0) 795546737 Al-Tazaj Rest. (0) 3 206 1900 Khobz w Tanoor (0) 797555567 Mazzat (0)79 9111618 Falafel w bas (0) 796862992 Hashem (0) 796611097 Shawerma Reem (0)796862992

INTERNATIONAL FOOD General Romero (0) 3 202 2404 Beach Club (0) 3 209 3333 Al-Shat Restaurant (0) 3 203 4020 Palm Court (0) 3 203 4020 Corniche Restaurant (0) 3 209 2222

Chinese Formosa Chinese Restaurant (0) 3 206 0098

Japanese (Suchi) Romero (0) 3 202 2404

Italian Pizza Del Corso (0) 3 202 2570 Romero (0) 3 202 2404 Casalingo (0) 3 2090300

Greek Greeko (0) 796739759

Indian/Pakistani/Turkish Al-Mankal Chicken Tikka (0) 3 2016061 Tikka Chicken (0) 3 201 3633 Pakistan Rest. (0) 795544897

Mediterranean Al-Najel (0) 3 209 0900

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35’ East Bar & Grill (0) 206 0636 Rovers Return (0) 3 203 2030 Oxygen (0) 79 580 4820 Abu Nawwas (0) 3 203 4020 Al-Nafoura Bar (0) 3 203 4020 Sea View (0) 3 202 2763 Dolphin Bar (0) 3 201 4131 Martini’s Lounge (0) 3 209 2222 Skippers Bar Lounge (0) 3 202 2404 Jazo Bar (0) 3 201 5165 Twist (0) 797861416 The Bop Night Spot (0) 3 2090300 Mello (0) 3 2090300 Albaraka lobby lounge (0) 3 2090300 Al-Nafoura bar&terrace (0) 3 203 4020 Azure (0) 3 2090300 Nobles (0) 3 203 3557

CAFÉS/ICE-CREAM Gelato Uno (0) 3 202 2570 Jafra (AlDarweesh) (0) 775304043 TCHE TCHE (0) 3 206 1234 9D cinema&Café (0)3 2019343 Papaya Res.& Cafe (0) 3 201 2200 Beachfront (0) 3 209 2222 Deli Café (0) 3 209 2222 Gloria Jeans (0)3 2063933 Loca Café (0)786313032 Sun Moon Cafe (0)3 796114112 After Eight (0)79 678 4075 Visa Vis Café & Restaurant (0)3 203 9898 Wisalak (0) 3 202 2600 Snack Corner (0)798778868 Bridge Café (0) 2034020 Sejan (0) 3 2090300 Siraj (0) 3 2090300 Qamar Al-Sultan (0) 797465358 24 Hours (0) 796599885 Raquet Kan’an (0)3 2060090

FAST FOOD

ORIENTAL SWEETS

McDonald’s (0) 3 203 0330 Burger King (0) 3 203 3349 KFC Aqaba (0) 3 206 4545 Pizza Hut (0) 3 206 4545 Popeye’s (0) 3 203 2289/079 999 0249

Abu-Gharbiea Sweets (0) 3 205 0234 Hani Ali (0) 3 201 5200 Ra’ed Al-qadi Sweets (0) 3 203 3070 Pistachio (0) 777331164 Anabtawi Sweets (0) 3 201 8181

HEALTH HOSPITALS Prince Hashim Bin Abdullah II Hospital 00962 (03)2092030 Islamic Hospital 00962 (03) 201 8444 Aqaba Modern Hospital 00962 (03) 2016677

Specialist paediatrician Pharmacy1 00962 (0) 3 2013665 Redwan 00962 (0) 3 2018011 Tbeilah 00962 (0) 3 2015050 The Sail 00962 (0) 3 2060820 Zahi 00962 (0) 3 2016455 Bawabet Al-shfa’a 00962(03) 2063100 Mrmarah 00962(03) 2031008

Pharmacies Aqaba Modern 00962 (03)2015035 Jerusalem 00962 (03)2014747 Captain 00962 (03)2035519 Mrmarah 00962 (03)2031008 Bawabet Al-shfa’a 00962 (03)2063100 Huthaifa 00962 (03)2030170 Al Lailak 00962 (03)2035655 The Village 00962 (03)2012225 Aqaba Pharmacy 00962 (03)2012237 Al Otaeybi 00962 (03)2031100 Redwan 00962 (03)2018011 Ayla 00962 (03)2014649 Al-Qaysi 0962 (03)2035320 Zahi 00962 (03)2016455 Al-Shatee 00962 (03)2031510 Nader 00962 (03)2015522 Tbeilah 00962 (03)2015050 Haya 00962 (03)2014454 Al-Shalala 00962 (03)2032070 Adel 00962 (03)2033303 Ozone 00962 (03)2051255 Osama Ben Zaid 00962 (03)2032345 The Sail 00962 (03)32060820 Pharmacy 1. 00962 (03)2013665/8 Al Korneish 00962 (03)2015040 Fifth Pharmacy 00962 (03)2022216 Rabay’a 00962 (03)2060166 Al Marsa 00962 (03)2050050

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PHONE DIRECTORY LEISURE AEROSPORTS Royal Aero Sports( club of jordan) 0096 797300299 Royal Jordanian Falcons 00962 (03) 2058053

CAMPING Aqaba Aqaba Marine Park 00962 (0) 3 2035801

Petra Ammarin Bedouin Camp 00962(0)799755551/2 Seven Wonders Bedouin Camp 00962(0)777101619 Little Petra Bedouin Camp 00962(0)797868859

Wadi Rum Al Hillawi Camp Site 00962(0)795533244/777558305 Captain’s Desert Camp 00962(0)79 5510432 Al- zawaidah camp site 00962(0)795170772 Rahayeb Desert Camp 00962(0)796909030 Moon Valley camp 00962(0)795631887 jabal ram camp site 00962(0)795573144 Desert Services 00962(0)797386622 Caravan camp 00962(0)795393559 Beit Ali camp site 00962(0)795548133 Panorama Sunset Camp 00962(0)795577026 Khazaly Canyon Camp 00962(0)795675327 Bedouin Cave Camp 00962(0)777309239 Oasis Desert camp 00962(0)777461519 Wadi Rum Camp 00962(0)777762850 Mzied Camp 00962(0)777304501 Milky Way 00962(0)777543901 Camp Vamp 00962(0)777309249 full moon 00962(0)777946394 Wadi Rum Camp 00962(0)777304479 Camp or souls 00962(0)777322352 Mount Desert Camp 00962(0)777743659 Moon Land Camp 00962(0)795617902

SCUBA DIVING & WATER SPORTS Red Sea Dive Centre 00962 (03) 202 2323 - 2B Aqaba International Dive Center 00962 (03) 203 1213 - 2D Dive Aqaba 00962(03)2018883 - 2E Jordan Frog Man 00962 (03) 201 9083 - 2D Sea star Watersports 00962 (03) 2018335 - 1A International Arab Divers Village 00962 (03) 2031808 - 2B Royal Diving Club 00962 (03) 2015555 - 4B Aqaba Adventure Divers village 00962 (03) 201 9060 - 2B Barracuda Diving Club 00962 (03) 206 0501 - 2D

Sinai Divers 00962 (03) 205 0030 - 3B Bedouin Moon Village 00962 (03) 2015525 - 2B Bedouin Garden Village 00962 795 401 640 - 2B Sea Star Watersports 00962 (0) 3 2013735 - 1A Sinai Divers 00962 (0) 3 2050030 - 3B Sindbad Marine Transportation, Yachting & Water Sport 00962 (0) 3 2050077 - 3F Fun & Sun 00962 (0) 3 2033031 - 2F Sea Guard Diving & Snorkeling 00962 (0) 2016905 - D2 Al Saif 00962 (0) 3 2060480 - E2 The Royal Yacht Club 00962 (0) 3 2012900 - D2 Aqaba Surf Center 00962 (0) 795773935 - B3 Neptune 00962 (0) 779430969 - 3D Aquamarine 00962 (0) 3 2058557 - F1 Berenice Beach Club 00962 (0) 3 2064444 - A2

SPA & TURKISH BATH Aqaba Turkish Bath 00962 (0) 3 2031605 - 4D Bab Al Hara Turkish Bath 00962 (0) 799663800 - 1D Janna Spa 00962 (0) 3 2051991 - 1 E Turkish Bath Castle Gym 00962 (0) 795888359 - 1D Zara Spa Tala Bay 00962 (0) 3 2090320 - 3B Mövenpick Spa 00962 (0) 3 2034020 - D1 Intercontinental Spa 00962 (0) 3 2092222 - B1 Kempinski the Spa 00962 (0) 3 2090888 - C1

SHOPPING Al-Zeina Mall 00962 (0) 3 2031414 - 3D Aqaba City Center 00962 (0) 3 2017430 Aqaba Gate Way 00962 (0) 3 2012200 - 2D Dream Mall 00962 (0) 3 2017979 - 1F Safeway 00962 (0) 3 20349501 Shweikh Mall 00962 (0) 3 2013052 Al-Rahma Mall 00962 3 2030881 - 1F

PHONE DIRECTORY SERVICES INTERNET We Connect 00962 (03) 2061661 - 2E O3 Internet 00962 (03) 2063381 - 2D Blue Sea 00962 (03) 2017636 - 3E Rand 00962 (03) 2033023 - 4D Al Shammakh 00962 (03) 2033632 - 2E Micro net 00962 (03) 2034434 - 2E Teens one 00962 (03) 2017797 - 2E Teens2 00962 (03) 2022009 - 2E

INSURANCE Jordan Insurance Company 00962 (03) 2039194

MONEY EXCHANGE Al Ostath exchange EST. 00962 (03) 203 0802 - 4E Freih Exchange Corp. 00962 (03) 201 4844 - 3E Holly Land Exchange 00962 (03) 2016566 - 2E Gulf Exchange Co. 00962 (03) 201 2930 - 4E Kabariti Money changers Co. 00962 (03)2015746 - 4E Mecca Exchange Co. 00962 (03) 2058095 - 4E Alawneh Exchange 00962(03) 2012121 - 3E Basyouni Exchange Co. 00962 (03) 2039699 - 3E

Tour Operators Above and Below Adventure 00962 (03) 2013735 Apollo 00962 (03) 2063331 AL-Jawad Tours 00962 (03) 2014337 Bridge travel 00962 (03) 2039009 Captains Tourist Services 00962 (03) 2016905 Dalia Tours 00962 (06) 5620231/2 Discovery/Circle Tours 00962 (03) 2012588 Golden Holiday Tours 00962 (06) 5659051 Green Meadow Travel & Tourism 00962 (03) 2013391 International Traders 00962 (03) 2016324 Jordan Sinai 00962 (03) 2018700 Karma Tours 00962 (03) 2034022 Niyazi Tours 00962 (03) 2022801 Orbit Tours 00962 (03) 2019085 Balqis Travel & Tourism 00962 (0) 795420232 Peace Way Tours 00962 (03) 2022665 Petra Tours 00962 (03) 2016636 kawar 00962 (03) 2014217 United Travel Agency 00962 (03) 2013757 Nairoukh 00962 (03) 2012980 Peace bird 00962 (03) 2012323 Via Jordan 00962 (03) 2022990

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Bait Ali tours 00962 (03)2022625 Jordan echo tours 00962 (03) 2058188 Aqaba Sky 00962 (03) 2050103 Top Tours 00962 (03) 205 0420 Dream tours 00962(03) 2019040 Petra Miracle Tours 00962 (03) 2017676 Jordan Tours 00962 (03) 2061666 Advancers Travel&Tourism 00962 (03) 2032022 Jordan Experience Tours 00962 (03) 2034342 Wonders Travel&Tourism 00962 (03) 2013994

PHONE DIRECTORY TRANSPORT RENT A CAR Avis 00962 (0) 202 2883 Europecar 00962 (0) 201 9988 Thrifty 00962 (0) 203 0313 Hertz 00962 (0) 201 6206 - 2E Save 00962 (0) 201 3735 - 2E Coral Beach 00962 (0) 201 7676 - 2D Nagham 00962 777 754753 - 3B The First 00962 (0) 203 2090 Alamo & National 00962 (0) 205 8800 - 1D Captain 00962 (03) 2060710 - 2D Layan 00962 (03) 2015004 - 1D Happy Passion 00962 (0) 205 0034 - 2E

Tourist Buses Jett 00962 (06) 566 4141 - 1C Mutamaiez Aqaba 00962 (03) 201 7350/1 - 2F Almuttaheda Aqaba 00962 (03) 2018005 - 2F

VISITOR CENTRE Aqaba Tourist Information Centre 00962 (03) 203 5360 - 2d Petra Visitor centre 00962 (03) 2156029 Wadi Rum Visitor Centre 00962 (03) 209 0600 Aqaba Marine Park Visitor Centre 00962 (03) 203 5801/3 ext 207 Aqaba Antiquities Office / Ministry of Antiquities 00962 (03) 201 9063 Aqaba Bird Observator 00962 (03) 2058825

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