Royal Jordanian Airlines Magazine september/october 2014
Zade Dirani: Musician and peace activist Autumn scenes along Route 66 Bursa’s Ottoman treasures
Thrilling Jordan Get active with paragliding, mountain biking and canyoning
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welcome
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ear passengers, I would like to welcome you aboard our plane, where our crew members will introduce you to the distinguished services that Royal Jordanian has to offer, hoping to meet all your inflight expectations.
We have reason to celebrate this autumn: our airline received its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft in late August, marking a qualitative leap in the aviation industry in Jordan, and giving you the opportunity to enjoy the latest technology and innovation on board this totally new and efficient aircraft.
Boeing trained tens of pilots in London to fly the Dreamliner. It also held training sessions for a group of engineers, technicians and crew members who, in turn, trained their colleagues on maintenance and inflight services of the new aircraft.
Since it establishment 50 years ago, RJ has been constantly modernising its fleet to better serve passengers and meet their needs by providing exceptional services through its skilled and welcoming cabin crew.
The 787 has modern system architecture that is simpler, more functional and more efficient than that of today’s airplanes. For example, on-board health-monitoring systems allow it to monitor itself and report system maintenance requirements to ground-based computer systems. In addition, its LED-based lighting system adapts to daylight levels during take-off, offers a warmer light during meals and dims to help passengers relax or sleep.
The introduction of the new aircraft will pave the way for RJ to step into a significant period of fleet renewal to serve its long-haul routes. A further four Dreamliners will join the fleet before the end of this year, and the rest of the ordered aircraft will follow in the coming years, replacing the currently operating Airbus 330s and 340s.
The efficient special features of the new aircraft give our airline a competitive advantage when it comes to on-board and cargo services.
The introduction of the Dreamliners is another important achievement for the airline’s record. The step will boost RJ’s on-board services and route network, promising a brighter future and enhancing its competitiveness at regional and international levels.
This airplane has improved fuel efficiency, as it uses 20 per cent less fuel than today’s similarly sized airplanes, enabling it to offer an eco-friendly performance. The new Dreamliners also offer 20-30 per cent more cargo capacity, compared with other airplanes of the same size.
We are proud to have the Dreamliner flying across the Jordanian sky. It will enable us to offer you, our passengers, a memorable and unique travel experience to more than 50 destinations across the world.
Passengers will experience more comfort and luxury on board, enjoying higher cabin humidity levels, 65 per cent larger windows and more legroom. The Boeing 787 has a total of 270 seats: 24 full flat-bed seats in Crown Class and 246 in Economy Class.
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Photos Jordan Explorers, Zade Dirani, Tommy Loesch, Jason Patrick Ross/shutterstock.com
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14 What’s on September Top events around the world, including the US Open tennis
27 RJ Breaks Golden temples and vibrant markets in beautiful Bangkok
16 What’s on October Art shows, Bolshoi ballet, BASE jumping and more top events
28 Inflight entertainment Our pick of the top TV and movies available on your flight
18 News Jordan Modern arabesque homeware at Silsal Design House
30 News people Royal Wings chats to Jordanian music star Zade Dirani
20 After the Sun Hiking, biking, canyoning and paragliding across Jordan’s landscapes
33 Womens Fashion This season’s vibrant colour trends
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34 Mens Fashion Great autumn styles for men 36 Travel accessories Beauty on the go and on board 38 Turkish Delight Ottoman treasures in the city of Bursa, a new addition to Turkey’s Unesco list 45 News Tech Top travel apps, including prayer times during your flight
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47 Stopover Two perfect days in Munich, from Oktoberfest to the BMW museum 50 Market Forces Tempting seasonal produce in famous European markets 54 Falling for America An autumnal road trip on Route 66 with colourful leafy scenes 60 Onboard RJ Activities, services, maps and more
Contributors Editor Emma Levine emma.levine@spafax.com Art Director Robin Castle Art Editor Serlina Phillips-Boyd Sub Editor Ian Shine Production Manager Henrietta Hurll Editor in Chief Richard Rawlinson richard.rawlinson@spafax.com Account Manager Ed Oppe
Farah Shanti
Rudolf Abraham
Farah started her career as a flight attendant with Royal Jordanian before delving into the world of the written word. She has contributed to the pages of Royal Wings since 2009, and this issue she takes us into the adventurous side of Jordan’s sports scene, on p. 20.
An award-winning travel writer and photographer, the author of eight books and contributor to many more, Rudolf has been visiting Turkey for 20 years. Here he writes about Bursa, the most recent of Turkey’s 13 Unesco World Heritage Sites, on p. 38.
Royal Jordanian Director in Charge Muna Eses Royal Jordanian Editorial Assistance Razan Alqaisi, Dima Sweis Royal Wings is published bi-monthly by Spafax on behalf of Royal Jordanian Airlines Printed in Jordan by National Press Arabisation services by Projecutive Inc, Amman info@projecutive.com © 2014 Spafax Publishing, The Pumphouse, 13-16 Jacobs Well Mews, London, W1U 3DY Tel: +44 20 7906 2001 spafax.com The opinions expressed in this magazine are the writers’ and are not necessarily endorsed by Royal Jordanian Airlines Your comments are welcomed to: Director In Charge, Royal Jordanian Airlines, PO Box 302, Amman, 11118, Jordan royalwingsmag@rj.com rj.com On the cover A hidden landscape of canyons winding from the high plateau of Jordan’s eastern desert offers an exhilarating experience for the adventurous. Just one of a plethora of sporting activities the country has to offer, see page 20. © Kirsten Koza/terhaal.com
Jo Caird
Kiki Deere
Jo is a freelance journalist based in the big city (London) but with a passion for the great outdoors. When she’s not writing about turning leaves in the Midwest (p. 52) you’ll find her exploring the French countryside by bike or scuba diving in the Red Sea.
London-born Kiki was brought up in Turin at the foot of the Italian Alps, and is the author of numerous guidebooks. In her feature on seasonal markets (p. 50), she reflects her interest in food, as taught by her Italian mother during her childhood.
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What’s on Late Turner Paintings Set Free UK / from 6 Sep
hoping to make it to the final at the Arthur Ashe stadium.
Regata Storica Italy / 7 Sep
ArtPrize USA / 24 Sep-12 Oct
If seedings go to plan, it’s likely
On the first Sunday of
Art pops up in every corner of
At London gallery Tate Britain,
to see Andy Murray, Novak
September, Venice holds
the downtown Grand Rapids
home to the world’s largest
Djokovic, Roger Federer and
its most famous regatta,
area of Michigan. Visitors can
collection of JMW Turner works,
Stanislas Wawrinka in the
which starts off with a glorious
go free to all of the exhibitions,
this new exhibition takes a fresh
later rounds – but not
parade of 16th-century-style
and get to have a say in which
look at the great English artist’s
the defending champion
boats along the Grand Canal,
artist’s piece will win the grand
later works, made in the years
Rafael Nadal, who has pulled
followed by a number of races.
prize. Anyone aged over 18
just before his death in 1851.
out because of an injury [1].
can enter their work.
See his large-scale oil paintings
usopen.org
regatastoricavenezia.it
Techno Parade France / 13 Sep
and watercolours of seascapes, railway stations – and even a fire at the Tower of London [3].
Mid-Autumn Festival Hong Kong / 6-8 Sep
artprize.org
Parisians really go wild for
ArtInternational Turkey / 26-28 Sep
tate.org.uk
This traditional event sees
this celebration of electronic
After the success of its debut
Hong Kong transformed
music, which is now in its 15th
last year, this vibrant art fair
US Open USA / to 8 Sep
into a magical wonderland,
year. This huge outdoor festival
returns to the Haliç Congress
with colourful lantern parades
starts with a parade at midday,
Centre in Istanbul for another
The final Grand Slam tennis
and Fire Dragon dances.
which departs from the Place
extravaganza of contemporary
tournament of the year, at
Victoria Park is a great
de la République and then
works, selected from Turkish
New York’s Flushing Meadows,
place to experience all
makes its way through the
galleries, the rest of Europe, the
sees some of the world’s
the action [2].
city to the Place d’Italie.
Middle East and America.
greatest players battle it out,
discoverhongkong.com
technoparade.fr/english
istanbulartinternational.com
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Photos Mary416/shutterstock.com, Lev Radin/shutterstock.com, Turner painting © Tate Britain
Events in September
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What’s on 3
Events in October La Sylphide Russia / 9-12 Oct
Other Europe’; there are also
at this annual event, now in
also a fantastic opportunity to
guided tours, workshops and
its eighth year. Held at the
meet and chat to the designers.
The Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow,
lectures, celebrating the city’s
Emirates Palace and Marina Mall, it’s not just about seeing
braderiedemodequebecoise.com
which has been staging ballet
photographic culture [2].
and opera since its grand
mdf-berlin.de
the movies, but also attending events, talks, interviews with
Origin Chocolate Event Netherlands / 25 Oct
directors, and seeing the work
Chocoholics will be heading
Stage, added in 2002, see the
Bridge Day USA / 18 Oct
of emerging film-makers.
to this festival in Amsterdam’s
Bolshoi Ballet’s performance of
This is one of the world’s
Royal Tropical Institute, to
classic Danish romantic piece
largest annual extreme sports
abudhabifilmfestival.ae/en
La Sylphide, which was first
events, taking place in Fayette
the creations of top patissiers.
performed in Paris in 1832 [1].
County, West Virginia. Watch
The Big Fashion Sale Canada / 23-26 Oct
bolshoi.ru
death-defying BASE jumpers
Since 1994, Montreal’s popular
launch off the 267m-high
annual shopping event,
European Month Of Photography Germany / from 16 Oct
New River Gorge Bridge,
also known as the Braderie,
Open House Barcelona Spain / 25-26 Oct
plus more incredible sports
showcases the creations of
More than 100 of Barcelona’s
and fun family events [3].
up to 100 Quebec fashion
buildings are opened to
Over 125 galleries, museums
officialbridgeday.com
designers. You’ll find women’s
the public for a weekend, a
and men’s ready to wear, kids’
wonderful opportunity to
fashions and accessories, from
discover the city’s architecture,
every two years. This year,
Abu Dhabi Film Festival Abu Dhabi / from 23 Oct
established and up-and-coming
from Catalan Gothic to
artists explore the theme of
The best international and
Quebec labels, all on sale at
contemporary.
‘Upheavals and Utopias. The
Arabic films are screened
hugely discounted prices. It’s
openhousebarcelona.org
opening in 1825, is an iconic symbol of Russia. On its New
and venues across Berlin host this photography event, held
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meet the makers and taste originchocolate.eu
Photos Dmir Yusupov/Bolshoi Theatre, Aras Gökten: o.T. aus der Serie Rendering, 2013, Courtesy: Ostkreuzschule, Officialbridgeday.com
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Tradition meets contemporary style From a small family business to prominent Jordanian operation, Silsal Design House (SDH) director and chief designer Samar Habayeb talks about the secret of the company’s success SDH was founded in 1993 by my mother
use traditional and non-traditional production
(Reem Atalla) and aunt (Rula Atalla) in my aunt’s
methods – depending on design and style. Luxury
basement. They wanted to create functional,
items can take two months to make, because of
hand-made ceramic art by employing and
the craftsmanship and attention to detail. They’re
empowering women. Steeped in the beauty of
truly exquisite pieces, often one-of-a-kind. us in 2012 to create a Hajj-themed collection for
particularly with tourists, and they soon opened
their exhibition, and we’ve had excellent feedback
a store in Amman.
since. The popularity of our collections varies
I joined in 2008 as CEO, to help it become a
with country, age and with the seasons. During
leading provider of homeware. SDH started out
Ramadan, there’s more interest in our calligraphy
making vases, bowls, and centrepieces, and has
products, and in the summer floral and colourful
since expanded, today producing more diverse
collections sell best. My favourites right now
items. Now it’s about going to the next level,
are our slanted acrylic containers. They make a
making home accessories people can afford,
striking statement, and they’ve been popular!
without compromising on quality or design. We’ve got a network of partnerships in the
I think our success is because of our people: our customers, who are passionate about our brand;
Middle East, and hired top talent in design,
our partners, the finest resellers and distributors in
manufacturing and operations. It’s a non-stop
the Middle East; and our extraordinary designers
process of self-reinvention and we believe we’re
and technicians. We’re not afraid to break design
on the right track to one day become the next
rules, blending old and new. Our collections have
homeware giant. Our products build a bridge
something to appeal to everyone, and we’ve had
between the Arab world’s cultural riches and the
the courage to enter new markets and expand our
international style of the 21st century – I think this
product line, at competitive prices. I always bear
is the basis of our success. Our Arabesque designs
in mind one of my favourite quotes, by André Gide:
reflect modernity, being refined interpretations
‘Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has
of Islamic arts. We’ve also reinvented the rules of
the courage to lose sight of the shore.’
calligraphy and Arabic typography to produce art
In addition to our flagship store in Jordan, our
based on the beauty of the letters themselves,
head office is in the United Arab Emirates, and
rather than on words or sayings.
we’re present in Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and
Our design lab is an extension of our Amman
Samar Habayeb: “It’s a non-stop process of self-reinvention”
We were thrilled when British Museum asked
their products became increasingly popular,
Bahrain through resellers. We definitely have plans
store, meaning visitors can see how products
to grow around the world. Watch this space!
evolve from ideas to things they can buy. We
silsal.com
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ith the heat of the Jordan summer now turned into a warm glow, the plethora of sports activities the country has to offer will draw visitors off the beaches and into the deserts, mountains and canyons. And the best part for would-be adventurers is that the proximity of these sporting destinations, and the helpfulness of local tour guides, means they can choose to devote their adventure to one activity or to experience a handful of thrills.
Get on your bike A relatively new way to explore Jordan’s incredible landscape, mountain biking is turning into one of the most popular tourist sports in the kingdom. A huge advantage is that it can easily be combined with experiencing culture and heritage. Jordan Explorers, specialising in adventure tourism, offer biking tracks that range from a weekend getaway to an intense weeklong tour. Their King's Ride excursion, for example, takes visitors on a journey through desert and alongside the Dead Sea, combining fantastic biking with an authentic Bedouin experience, including camping and stargazing. Jordan Explorers' Founder, Hanna Samir Jahshan, says: ‘Before I started the business ten years ago, I was regularly trekking and camping all over Jordan. Then I dreamed of being able to turn my hobbies into a viable business and promote my country to as many different people as possible, giving them the most inspirational and exciting experiences.’ This desire to create unforgettable adventures has been growing stronger, with the constant creation of specially tailored programmes that offer bikers trips through incredible terrain and heritage.
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Jordan's landscape has plenty of activities for travellers and adventurers, and the cooler autumn months make it the perfect time to explore the Kingdom's natural treasures WORDS
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Terhaal is a two-day adventure, with one night spent camping out under the stars. The tour takes you through an incredible gorge that is filled with hanging gardens, water springs and waterfalls, the biggest of which is about 80 metres high. There’s also a huge hanging boulder, red-rock gorges, limestone caves and the incredibly rich aroma of dense wild mint bushes. The trail ends at Ghor Al Mazra’a, next to the Dead Sea, so visitors can end their trek with a much-deserved mud bath by the salty waters.
Views to dive for From the beauty of the wadis (valleys), travellers can head to the southernmost tip of the kingdom to the marine-life treasures of its coast. The crystal-clear waters are home to a multitude of colourful corals that visitors can discover on a simple snorkelling outing or explore more deeply with an underwater diving experience. Aqaba's reefs start right at the water's edge, and the sea itself is the perfect temperature at this time of year, with calm waves of an ideal 25C. One of the most prestigious centres at the sea port is Dive Aqaba, which offers training sessions for guests with all levels of experience, from beginner to instructor. Established in 2002, the diving centre – which has just undergone a huge refurbishment to upgrade its guest services – specialises in boat diving, taking travellers to some of the best sites in the region. From the Eel Garden, where the black corals are covered by waves of the beautiful sleek creatures, to stunning night dives at the Cedar Pride shipwreck, there are myriad underwater adventures to enjoy. j
Photos Jordan Explorers, Terhaal.com, Richard Whitcombe/shutterstock.com
Grand canyoning Riding through incredibly refreshing, translucent waters that gush up rivers and on to enormous smooth boulders, climbing up apparently never-ending gully walls whose multi-coloured sides run up into the sky... canyoning in Jordan gives travellers the chance to practise so many different activities in one adventure, and to the ability level that suits them. There are plenty of tours to choose from, and one of the most spectacular sites lies in Wadi Karak. Excellent for those with moderate experience of the sport, the Wadi Karak Canyoning trip offered by
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Take a bird's-eye view One of the most awe-inspiring ways to experience the Jordanian landscape, paragliding is an alternative adventure that's gaining more followers. Autumn is the best season to take to the skies for this ultimate adrenaline rush: the country boasts some of the most magnificent paragliding spots in the region, with visitors able to soar above the red rocks of Wadi Rum, the hidden treasures of Petra, the sheer wonder of the Jordan Rift Valley and the busy capital. Anyone who wants to try must already have passed a course in paragliding before they can take to the skies in Jordan. Jordan Direct Tours offer trips run by professionals, with packages that range from one day to week-long treks, taking adventurers from the north of the kingdom down south, over Mount Nebo, King Talal Dam, the nature reserves of Dana and Feynan, and much more. It's a dramatic way to see the natural wonders of Jordan, and undoubtedly worth the effort.
World-renowned guest house Feynan Ecolodge is one of the region's top environmentally friendly places to stay, with stunning interior design and great views of natural beauty. It offers year-round activities for visitors, and from September is bringing together its accommodation and adventure offerings into one package. ‘Our guests come to sample some of Jordan's most interesting hikes, meet Bedouin people and enjoy the peace of a remote, candle-lit 24
lodge,’ says Sarah Dobbing, Feynan’s marketing and operations executive. The activities included in stays at the Ecolodge this autumn are hikes with trained nature guides, visits to Bedouin families, cooking classes covering delicious local delicacies, plus stargazing on the lodge's rooftop. It’s also especially worth making the effort to do the Wadi Dana to Wadi Ghwayr hike, which gives views of the full spectrum of landscapes and terrains Feynan has to offer.
Photos M.Khebra/shutterstock.com, Feynan Ecolodge
At one with nature
rj breaks
Tranquil temples and vibrant markets
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Floating markets, golden temples and spicy street food, Thailand’s capital Bangkok is a treat for the senses
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More than 26,000 wats (temples) are dotted
local neighbourhoods well off the tourist path.
predominantly Buddhist culture. Take an RJ tour
You’ll take a leisurely spin through a sprawling
to see the most impressive, including the world’s
maze of residential streets and see fascinating
largest golden Buddha at Wat Traimit, and the
local cultural spots, such as the Assumption
serene Wat Benchamabophit, built from white
Cathedral and Haroon Mosque, and even a place
Italian Carrara marble.
where monks keep live crocodiles. It’s an easy
Take a tour of the Grand Palace [1], an
Photos Prandohm/shutterstock.com, Holwichaikawee/shutterstock.com, Anton Gvozdikov/shutterstock.com
unmissable landmark that contains Thailand’s
route, and it’s suitable for all ages and abilities. Or travel around the city like a local on a
most important Buddhist temple. A great
tuk-tuk – a motorised three-wheeled taxi – a
symbol of the country’s traditional architecture,
common form of public transport here. Your
it was built for King Rama I in 1782 and is now
English-speaking guide starts at the hexagonal
used for ceremonial purposes. Inside, you’ll
18th-century Phra Sumeru Fortress and leads
see the Temple of the Emerald Buddha with its
you through winding streets to Phahurat Market,
sacred sculpture from flawless jade, and golden
where tempting spicy snacks await in Little India.
sculptures.
You’ll then get ready for a hearty climb up
Why not experience a unique shopping spot?
318 steps to the top of the Golden Mount, to
RJ’s tour of Bangkok’s 100-year-old Damnoen
enjoy panoramas of Bangkok’s rooftops and
Saduak Floating Market [2], about an hour
Rattanakosin Island.
outside the city, takes you on a long-tail boat ride along the canals to peep inside boats laden with local handicrafts, souvenirs
If you’re hungry after all that sightseeing, get your taste buds tingling with Bangkok’s spicy street
and fresh local fruit. Even if you don’t buy
food – a highlight for many visitors.
anything, you’ll be taking plenty of photos.
In Chinatown, enjoy a drink in a
Back on dry land, shopaholics will love the huge Chatuchak Weekend Market, RJ FLIES DAILY FROM AMMAN TO BANGKOK. FOR TICKET OFFERS AND TOURS VISIT RJ.COM
Feeling energetic? Take a bike tour around
throughout Bangkok, reflecting the country’s
where in its 15,000 booths you can find
100-year-old coffee shop and taste charcoal-grilled seafood on the busy Yaowarat Road, or settle
everything from vintage sneakers to
down for a traditional dinner with
terracotta ornaments.
graceful Thai classical dancing.
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inflight entertainment
showing onboard
4 FACTS Angelina Jolie Her father is Oscar-winning actor Jon Voight
She has tattoos of the geographical coordinates where her six children were born
Maleficent Recently there’s been a trend for ‘rebooting’ classic
she’s taking revenge for a terrible betrayal. Maleficent
children’s stories. Whether its redoing Batman or
spends the rest of the film trying to make amends for
Spider-Man from the start, taking a sympathetic
this, by watching over the little girl. Like Frozen, this
view of the Wicked Witch of the West in Wicked, or
film turns the idea of the prince riding to the rescue on
reimagining The Snow Queen, as in Disney’s Frozen,
its head (you’d be advised to stay away from Frozen’s
returning for a new look at an old tale is all the rage.
Prince Hans and Maleficent’s King Stefan).
Maleficent, a fresh take on the Sleeping Beauty
A visually stunning, engrossing and even genuinely
story, continues this new tradition. Angelina Jolie stars
creepy movie at times, Elle Fanning shines as Aurora,
as Maleficent, who curses baby Princess Aurora after
but this is Jolie’s film. She looks incredible and has
not being invited to her christening. But we later find
real movie-star power. Even if the words ‘Disney’ and
out that the curse is about far more than just that:
‘fantasy’ usually put you off, watch this for Jolie alone.
Gadget Man – The Great Outdoors
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Jolie’s fourth film as a director, By The Sea, will put her and husband Brad Pitt on screen together for the first time since 2005’s Mr and Mrs Smith
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Her five-yearold daughter, Vivienne, makes her acting debut in Maleficent
Not many men would go camping in a full suit and tie, but not many men have the same gadgets as comedian Richard Ayoade. He’s not a fan of the countryside, but tries out a series of gizmos to make the outdoors as comfortable as, well, being indoors. In the process he meets a professional explorer, tries a fishing rod with sonar technology and goes camping in a transparent ‘bubble’ tent, armed with an inflatable Jacuzzi and portable cinema. If you hate camping, this show will make you giggle – a lot. If you love it, these gadgets will make you reach for your wallet. And for those who are unsure, there’s always the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset, so you can ‘stroll’ around a forest in the comfort of your living room.
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Zade’s message of peace We talk to the Jordanian music star about his success in building bridges between east and west Words
Richard Rawlinson
Dividing his time between Amman and Los Angeles, Jordanian
and dedicated a song to the airline, Fly With Me, which is being used in
composer and pianist Zade Dirani is unique in being a star across both
RJ’s new advertising campaign, A World of Stories.’
the Middle East and the US. Known simply as Zade, he’s admired not
Born in Amman to artistic parents, Zade, now 34, gave his first
just for his extraordinary talent but because his epic cinematic music
public concert, aged 19, at the city’s ancient Citadel, accompanied
and caring personality have transformed him into a social force for
by Jordan’s National Music Conservatory Symphony Orchestra. He
justice around the world.
then studied at the renowned Berklee College of Music in Boston,
Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan has said: ‘In these troubled
Massachusetts. His professional career began modestly, with years
days, Zade represents the young seeking to bring peace and
spent touring small venues such as hospitals and churches across
understanding to our region and the world.’ The Washington Times
the US. ‘My busy schedule helped me integrate and interact in
has commented that ‘Jordan’s leading cultural ambassador dedicates
different environments,’ he says. ‘It was also a great opportunity
his music to building bridges of peace and tolerance’.
to practise my craft.’
Zade’s compositions are inspired by the anthems of the great
Zade has come a long way since those early days. Although CD
film composers and the natural beauty of his homeland. ‘I’m
sales, either through record stores or digital albums, have dropped
fortunate that my melodies seem to be catchy whether hummed
for artists internationally, sometimes due to piracy, Zade brings in
by nine-year-old kids or 60-year-old grandmas, regardless of their
revenue through live concerts and endorsements, including from
cultural background,’ says Zade of his music’s wide appeal. ‘But
piano manufacturer Yamaha.
Jordan remains my inspiration; it’s an oasis of tranquility in a region
He also continues to give back to society. In late August, he held
plagued by turmoil. When I started working in the US, I was keen to
a concert in Amman in aid of his charity, The Zade Foundation for
demonstrate our positive similarities and shared concerns. We all
International Peace and Understanding, which helps young musicians
have so much in common.’
share a deeper understanding of their culture. ‘Whether working with
Zade’s latest album, One Night in Jordan, spent months on the
students in the Middle East, America or Europe, we all share the same
US Billboard chart as well as topping regional
dream of living in peace,’ he says. ‘We want
charts. The film, One Night in Jordan: A
to provide a safe environment built on justice
Concert for Peace, is showing on board as
and mutual respect, where children can grow
part of RJ’s inflight entertainment. It was
together as members of one human family.’
performed at the Roman Amphitheatre
Zade is also performing a concert in Los
in Jordan’s capital city, Amman, with
Angeles in November, and is working on a
Zade accompanied by the London Royal
new album, due for release this year. Yet to be
Philharmonic Orchestra.
given a title, this album is set to be a departure
This is far from Zade’s only link to RJ, which
from the grandiose and orchestral sound of
is the star’s official carrier when he travels
One Night in Jordan. ‘I’m experimenting with a
between his eastern and western homes, and
fresh perspective on piano music,’ he reveals.
when he goes on concert tours in countries
‘My influences are electronic music with
ranging from Egypt and Morocco to Saudi
references to dubstep, house and hip-hop. It’s
Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. ‘I’m
an exciting time to push piano music to a new
extremely grateful to RJ for its sponsorship,’
level and new audiences.’
he says. ‘I gave a solo piano performance at RJ’s 50th anniversary celebration last year
Music maestro and ambassador for peace, Zade regularly performs in Jordan and around the world
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DELIGHT
The Great Mosque (Ulu Cami)
Visit Bursa to discover Turkey’s newest Unesco World Heritage Site, famed for its role in Ottoman history
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he myriad charms and cultural splendours of old Istanbul are widely known, but the true cradle of Ottoman civilisation is found about 80km south of the city, just beyond the shore of the Sea of Marmara. Some two centuries before the Ottoman Empire entered its so-called ‘golden age’ in the 1500s – when, during the reign of Süleyman the Magnificent, the great Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan was overseeing the construction of the Süleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul – tribal leader Osman Gazi founded a small state in Bursa and the surrounding area. This state would go on to become the Ottoman Empire, and the foundations of its civilisation and power were laid in the newly conquered city of Bursa, which Osman’s son Orhan made its capital. In recognition of the city’s historic and cultural importance, several sites in and near Bursa were collectively made a Unesco World Heritage Site in June 2014, becoming the 13th such site in Turkey. Modern Turkey’s fourth most populous city, Bursa was known as Hüdavendigar (meaning ‘God’s gift’) during the Ottoman period, although these days that title has been superseded by the nickname Yeşil Bursa (‘Green Bursa’), on account of the lush greenery j
Getting to Bursa High-speed passenger ferries travel across the Sea of Marmara, between Istanbul’s Kadıköy and Kabata docks and Güzelyalı, which is about 24km north of Bursa. From Güzelyalı, there are regular bus and metro connections to Bursa itself. ido.com.tr/en
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The preserved Ottoman village of Cumalıkızık helped the area to gain Unesco recognition
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The historic courtyard of Bursa's former silk market is a great place to stop and drink tea
Wander into the city’s labyrinthine bazaar and you’ll find what were two of the busiest spots for this silk trade – the İpek (‘silk’) han and the koza (‘silkworm cocoon’) han – where there’s still plenty of silk for sale, although most of it’s now imported. The large and well preserved 15th-century courtyard is now a çay evi (tea house), and one of the most pleasant places in Bursa to sit and watch the world go by, whether over a tulip-shaped glass of steaming amber tea, or while sipping a thick Turkish coffee. İskender kebab – one of Turkish cuisine’s most mouthwatering dishes (and certainly this author’s favourite, sampled all over the country as a culinary yardstick over the past 20 years) – also has its origins in 19th century Bursa. Named after its inventor İskender Efendi, it consists of slices of succulent döner kebab laid across a bed of chopped pitta bread, doused in tomato sauce, browned butter and yoghurt, and goes perfectly with a tall glass of fresh ayran (chilled yoghurt drink). Bursa is also the place most closely associated with Karagöz, the traditional Turkish art of shadow puppetry – which, according to legend, is based on the antics of a pair of eccentric characters employed as construction workers on one of the j
of its surroundings. It’s also a major industrial centre, and among other things, the base for much of the country's motor industry. The city’s history has blessed it with some outstanding architecture, from early Ottoman mosques and tombs to stout citadel walls and a sprawling covered bazaar. Its Unesco listing includes the nearby village of Cumalıkızık and encompasses several külliyes (groups of religious buildings, established around a mosque and integrating schools, public baths and a kitchen for the poor), the hans (inns) of the nearby bazaar, the Yeşil Cami (Green Mosque) with its shimmering tiles and the Ulu Cami (Great Mosque) with its elegant calligraphic panels, as well as the beautifully preserved Ottoman houses of Cumalıkızık. It also covers the tombs of Osman and Orhan Gazi, which are comparatively modern, both rebuilt in 1868. The originals were destroyed, along with many nearby buildings, by a devastating earthquake in 1855. Bursa was the main centre for the production of silk during the Ottoman period, and most of the luxuriously embroidered royal robes you may have seen at Topkapı Palace in Istanbul or at the Textile Museum in Washington DC or the Victoria and Albert Museum in London were produced there. 40
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Bursa is blessed with outstanding architecture, from Ottoman mosques to a covered bazaar
Ottomans knew as Constantinople and which they conquered in 1453, ending the Byzantine Empire and completely changing Europe’s political order. When the great medieval traveller Ibn Battuta visited Bursa in the early 14th century, just a few years after it became the first Ottoman capital. He described it as a great city with fine bazaars and wide streets, surrounded on all sides by gardens and running springs. Some of the gardens may have long since vanished beneath the urban sprawl, but otherwise he might have written the same of this historic city today.
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Of the many places claiming to serve the most authentic Iskender kebab, few can claim such pedigree as Iskender – which has several branches in Bursa – run by Yavuz Iskenderoglu, the grandson of Iskender Efendi himself. Unlü Cad. 7
Karagöz Find out more about Turkey’s traditional shadow puppetry by catching a performance or the exhibition at the Karagoz Museum. Cekirge Cad. 159 Or pick up a puppet for yourself at Karagöz Antikacı, a great little shop in the depths of Bursa’s bustling bazaar, which has a small theatre for impromptu performances. Kapalı Çarşı-Eski Aynalı Çarşı 12
Traditional Karagöz shadow puppet shows originated in Bursa, and still take place today
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city’s mosques in the 14th century. The expressive puppets, made of tough leather (often camel hide) and mounted on sticks, are illuminated and animated behind a white sheet. The comical actions and often bawdy humour of Karagöz were once performed widely in Turkey's coffeehouses, parks and other public places, and it was added to the Unesco list of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2009. Bursa sits in the shadow of Uludağ – a volcano that is more than 2,500 metres high and rises steeply above the city’s south-eastern edge. Simultaneously a national park and Turkey’s most popular ski resort (the ski season starts in October), its upper slopes are easily reached by a cable car that starts from the suburb of Teferrüç. Hiking trails snake up Uludağ to a group of alpine lakes and the summit itself, from where the view on a clear day stretches across the Sea of Marmara to Istanbul – which the
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itinerary Munich may seem the quintessential German city to the rest
which horse-drawn carts, troops and floats reconstruct events from
of the world, but its people, looking to their glorious past as part of
Bavarian history, with women wearing traditional dirndl (a bodice,
an independent kingdom, consider themselves a race apart. This
blouse, skirt and apron) and men in tracht (lederhosen, shirt, calf-
Bavarian city is defined by its Catholic faith, as celebrated in its
socks and feather hat) [1].
baroque churches and traditional Alpine festivals and fetes.
Oktoberfest is an exaltation of all things Bavarian, with food stalls, brass bands and street performers on every corner. Just the funfair
If you’ve arrived during Oktoberfest, which takes place from 20 September to 5 October, you’re in for a treat. Whatever your age,
section in Theresienwiese park with all its merry-go-rounds and
you’re sure to enjoy the joie de vivre of it all. Make sure you have your
rollercoasters is enough to keep you entertained for hours.
camera ready for the colourful 7km parade on 21 September, during
stopover
MUNICH
This proud Bavarian city boasts an opulent palace and luxury shopping, plus one of the world’s most famous football grounds. And not forgetting, of course, Oktoberfest
Day 1 You cannot begin to understand Munich unless you visit two
After all that history, a bout of window-shopping should bring
places: Marienplatz, its present-day centre, and about ten minutes
you back into the present. Turn left below the Residenz into
north of that the Residenz [3], a baroque palace that was the beating
Maximilianstrasse, dubbed ‘the most expensive mile in Germany’,
heart of the old Bavarian kingdom. The Residenz (near Odeonsplatz
overflowing with luxury boutiques and jewellery stores. Once you’ve
underground station) housed the Wittelsbach ruling dynasty until
done the shops, grab a bite to eat in the open-air Viktualienmarkt
their reign ended in 1918, and today has about 80 rooms that are
a few minutes from Marienplatz, which has more than 100 stands
open to the public, as well as a rococo theatre, treasury, court church
selling produce from all over Bavaria. After that, you can complete
and architecturally striking courtyards – so start early!
your sightseeing in the Deutsches Museum, whose hands-on technology section showcases Germany’s industrial brilliance. In the evening, book ahead for a Bavarian experience at the Spatenhaus an der Oper restaurant, which specialises in traditional veal and game dishes.
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Day 2 For lunch, rest your legs at Cafe Mozart
the Bavarian soul by taking the metro to
on Pettenkoferstrasse, a hangout for artists
Fröttmaning for the Allianz Arena [4], which
and musicians. Located near Sendlinger Tor
is Bayern Munich’s stadium and the spiritual
station, the cafe is now Iranian-owned with
home of German football. The associated
an international menu – its apple iced tea is
museum, with almost as much silverware on
a Tehran staple. Afterwards, chill out in the
show as the Residenz, details the history of one
English Garden [5], Germany’s biggest park,
of the most successful football clubs in Europe
and entertain yourself with the antics of the
and the engine that’s turned Germany into the
Munich surfers at its southern border, where
sport’s superpower and the current holders of
the river Eisbach forms a metre-high
the Fifa World Cup.
permanent wave.
Alternatively, check out Munich’s other
No visit to Munich would be complete
worldwide success story at BMW World [2],
without dinner at the Ratskeller, near
located close to the Olympiazentrum station.
Marienplatz station, one of the city’s most
From the company’s airplane engine origins to
revered restaurants. Carnivores can expect
its 1923 motorcycles and Formula One success,
a feast, but other tastes are well catered for
this gigantic complex outlines the dazzling
too: try for instance its inventive chanterelle
accomplishments of Bavaria’s most iconic
mushroom casseroles or range of herring
brand.
platters. JOHN MALATHRONAS
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Food-loving tourists can’t resist browsing lively markets in cities from London to Rome, whether or not they’re staying in self-catering accommodation Words
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Barcelona La Boqueria Market bolets (wild mushrooms), one of the main components of Catalan cuisine. Mushrooms at the market come in dozens of varieties, including porcini, chanterelle and saffron milk cap. Autumn is also the best time for seafood, including cuttlefish, squid, clams, red shrimp and octopus, which are traditionally used in rice dishes and soups or as main courses. As the year moves on to chillier November, roast chestnuts and sweet potatoes emerge, traditionally served in cone-shaped bags, while December brings in pedigree poultry including duck, turkey, guinea fowl, goose and chicken. If you’re feeling hungry and want to try some of the best food on offer, the market is peppered with lively stalls where customers can sample the region’s tantalising range of dishes. j
With more than 40 bustling food markets showcasing a host of fresh produce, Barcelona is undoubtedly one of the best cities in the world for true foodies. The city’s award-winning La Boqueria Market is a landmark in itself, with its grand iron entrance and metal roof that dates back to 1914. Fresh fish, seafood, game and offal, fruits, vegetables, charcuterie, breads and pastries – to name a few – are all neatly displayed here, while autumn sees the appearance of a host of Catalan gastronomic delights: pumpkins, aubergines, turnips, pulses and artichokes, most of which are traditionally found in hearty soups. In October, wild boar, quail, partridge, hare and pigeon are cooked in rich stews, often accompanied by 50
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London’s oldest fruit and vegetable market dates back to the 13th century, when traders congregated there to sell a host of foods, including grain and livestock. Borough Market today is home to more than 100 stalls, where farmers from all over Britain showcase fresh produce including fish, meats, vegetables, cheeses and pastries. Most traders are primary producers who make, grow or breed the seasonal produce themselves. By September, the shooting and hunting season has already begun, thrusting game birds and wildfowl into the culinary spotlight. Pheasant, grouse, duck, goose and grey partridge line up along the meat counters, plus a tasty range of chutneys and pies. This time of year also brings all manner of greens to the table. Early autumn heralds the arrival of bright orange pumpkins and butternut squash, along with root vegetables such as beetroot, turnips and baby carrots. Rosy-cheeked apples sit side by side with tawny-skinned Cox’s apples, traditionally used in English desserts such as crumbles and pies. Colourful wild fruits abound during these months too. Blackberries are ready to be picked in early autumn, and elderberries provide the flavour for jelly and cordial. Ruby red cranberries take centre stage and are traditionally used to make the sauce for the upcoming Christmas feast.
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Historic Campo de’ Fiori has attracted locals for centuries with its tasty produce
Istanbul Inebolu Pazarı Market Alpine meadows, rolling highlands and quaint fishing villages mean the Black Sea region has long been exalted by Turkish people, but the area doesn’t just look good, it tastes good too, producing some of the country’s best cuisine. Villagers from around the Black Sea travel to Istanbul and set up shop at the İnebolu Pazarı farmers’ market on Sundays, where they display a tantalising array of cheeses and wild mushrooms, swirls of creamy butter, fine selections of teas as well as freshly baked corn bread. The season gives rise to the renowned Black Sea anchovies, Jerusalem artichoke, leeks and pumpkins, all used in thick soups, while figs, cranberries, damsons and pears are often the basis for flavoursome homemade jams. This is not one of Istanbul’s best known markets, and you’ll hardly see any tourists here, but it’s a fascinating shopping experience where you’ll be jostling with eager locals. 52
Rome Campo de’ Fiori Market With the approach of autumn, when the temperature drops and the colours of the landscape change, Italian cuisine becomes richer, warmer and heartier, with meat casseroles, thick vegetable soups and hearty pasta dishes appearing on the table. Cooler evenings and shorter days also provide the perfect time for sharp-eyed mushroom hunters to scour the forest floor, with dozens of varieties found all over the country. A favourite is the rich, earthy porcini, traditionally used for creamy, smooth soups, pasta sauces and pizza toppings. Rome’s lively Campo de’ Fiori, one of the city’s oldest markets and for centuries the stage for public executions, bustles with shoppers each morning. Autumn is an exciting culinary season, with sellers displaying radiant pumpkins, sweet figs and heaps of roasted chestnuts that are traditionally sold bagged up and piping hot. Fruit stands also showcase juicy persimmon and tear-shaped prickly pears with light, airy centres.
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s the days grow shorter and temperatures start to cool, nature lovers head off on road trips across the US to witness the unforgettable spectacle of trees turning from green to autumnal yellow, red, orange and even purple. Known as ‘leaf peeping’, these seasonal sightseeing journeys fi rst became famous in New England, in the north-east of the US, but the tradition has since also taken root further afield. The Great Lakes region offers dramatic panoramas, as brightly coloured woodland stands out against agricultural landscapes, and blazing trees line thousands of kilometres of shorelines and waterways. Chicago and Detroit’s lakeside locations mean you don’t even really need to set foot outside the city to experience these vistas, with the parks on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago and Belle Isle in Detroit both putting on awesome autumn displays. j 55
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Venture off road to explore parks, waterfalls and forests
TRAVEL TIPS CHICAGO
Stay Hotel Lincoln boasts a thrilling heritage – past guests include Al Capone and Pulitzer Prizewinning playwright David Mamet – and it’s set in one of Chicago’s greenest neighbourhoods. Ask for a room overlooking Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan for the best views. 1816 North Clark Street.
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Classy French cuisine, spectacular views and flawless service are all part of the draw at Everest, but it’s the restaurant’s location on the 40th floor of the Chicago Stock Exchange that makes it a must-visit. 440 South LaSalle Street.
Drink
Windy City coffee institution Intelligentsia is the perfect place to refuel after a stroll through Millennium Park, Chicago’s public art and landscape design hotspot. 53 East Randolph Street.
But it’s out beyond the city limits, in rural Illinois and Michigan, that Mother Nature really shows what she’s made of. America’s most famous road, Route 66, stretches for nearly 4,000km from the Midwest out to the Pacific coast, and it all begins in Chicago. Driving this heritage route southwest through northern Illinois is a great way of combining leaf peeping with roadside attractions, museums and restaurants. As October advances you’ll see sugar maples turning vibrant orange and red, while walnut leaves blaze yellow and white ashes take on a deep purple hue. These colours are present in the leaves all year round, but it’s only when levels of the bright green pigment chlorophyll begin to fall as the climate changes that all the other colours become visible. Autumn festivals celebrating the turning leaves and the harvest are commonplace all over the Midwest. The 20km of walking trails at Starved Rock State Park, a 90-minute drive from Chicago, are open all year, but free guided tours of the best leaf-peeping 57
spots in the area take place over the Fall Colors Weekend (18-19 October). You might even spot bald eagles in the wild, too. The Klehm Arboretum and Botanical Garden in Rockford, Illinois, is home to more than 300 species of trees, many of which are non-native, making it one of the richest leaf-peeping experiences in the state. Th is historic park, less than two hours from Chicago, is particularly worth heading out to on 5 October, when it plays host to Autumn at the Arboretum, a day of family fun including scarecrow making and horsedrawn wagon rides. There are plenty of autumn colour opportunities for travellers based in Detroit, too. Michigan has one of the largest state parks and state forest systems in the US, as well as more than 11,000 inland lakes, meaning that you don’t have to drive far before you come across a patch of beautiful wilderness. The leaves start to change in September in the north of the state, while October is the best time to take to the road if you’re staying closer to Detroit. j
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The Fallasburg Covered Bridge is one of only three traditional wooden bridges in Michigan that is still open to traffic
TRAVEL TIPS DETROIT
From the Motor City, follow the shore of the huge Lake St Clair to Algonac State Park, where the oak savannas put on a multi-coloured display of green, red, yellow and orange, or head north-west to the Holly Recreation Area – more than 32km 2 of rolling woodland, lakes and open fields. Culturally minded travellers should continue from Holly to Grand Rapids, where the annual ArtPrize competition takes over downtown, and will this year be held from 24 September to 12 October. On the outskirts of Grand Rapids, picturesque Fallasburg County Park holds an arts festival of its own on 20-21 September, featuring a craft and fine arts market, food stalls, live music and a children’s activity area, plus evening entertainment. The area is famous for the wooden Fallasburg RJ FLIES SIX TIMES A WEEK TO CHICAGO AND TWICE A WEEK TO DETROIT. FOR TICKET OFFERS AND TOURS VISIT RJ.COM
Covered Bridge. Listed on the US National Register of Historic Places, it is one of only three such traditional bridges in Michigan that are open to traffic. The area is also home to Fallasburg Historic Village, whose school and house museums tell the story of local life in the 19th century. When it comes to planning your own leaf peeping day trip, it's worth remembering that the best times for taking photographs are early in the morning and late in the day, when the sun is sitting low on the horizon. Cloudy days set off the colours beautifully too, so there’s really no need to wait for the sun to come out before setting off on your woodland adventure. Weekends can be busy in the most popular spots, so consider a weekday excursion for a more peaceful trip. And most importantly, be ready to take the road less travelled – there’s nothing more thrilling than turning a corner and seeing a magnificent vista open up before you… and having it all to yourself. 58
Stay Experience a slice of history at The Inn on Ferry Street, a luxury hotel converted from four Victorian homes and two carriage houses. Each of the 40 rooms and suites is different, with many boasting period features such as fireplaces. 84 East Ferry Street.
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The mechanics may have been replaced by chefs and waiting staff, but Vinsetta Garage still offers a unique Motor City dining experience. The eatery’s décor retains the industrial feel of the former car repair shop and offers the hearty kind of food eaten by auto industry workers back in Detroit’s heyday, from deep fried cheese curds to classic burgers. 27799 Woodward Avenue.
Drink
Marvel at the architectural gem and Detroit icon that is the Fisher Building (pictured), then stop for a refresher at Stella Good Coffee in the foyer, which has the building’s original 1928 marble floor. 3011 West Grand Boulevard.
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A dream come true RJ is welcoming a new arrival to the family from September
Royal Jordanian’s newest aircraft is a modern
The advanced insulation, combined with
marvel at the forefront of aviation, causing
whisper-quiet air conditioning, makes for the
global excitement. Honoured with the name
most peaceful flight possible – an atmosphere
Prince Hussein bin Abdullah, the first Boeing
enhanced by soft LED lighting that slides
787 Dreamliner will redefine passenger
through a spectrum of colours to simulate
comfort, service and experience. The first of
shifts in daylight outside the craft. There’s also
a planned fleet of eleven 787s, they will carry
advanced insulation in the walls and ceiling,
both the airline and our Kingdom to new heights.
and reduced engine vibration, to ensure the
More than a decade in the making,
calmest flight imaginable.
the Boeing 787 Dreamliner features the
Larger windows boost the amount of natural
latest aircraft technology and design.
light entering the cabin and ensure that even
Groundbreaking sound insulation, windows
passengers not at a window seat will be able to
larger than the industry standard, a unique
see outside. There are also subtle electronic
air filtration system, increased overhead
dimmers to allow passengers to darken or
storage space and the advanced Avant
lighten the windows, rather than conventional
inflight entertainment system (the first on
shades. The new air filtration system removes
a 787 aircraft) with huge touchscreens all
bacteria, odours and irritants to help keep
ensure maximum passenger comfort and an
passengers healthy while reducing fatigue
unparalleled on-board experience.
and helping those prone to headaches.
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Crown Class passengers on Royal Jordanian Dreamliners have the luxury of being able to sleep in full flat-bed seats
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Dynamic LED lighting helps to create an atmosphere of serenity, with a new colour scheme for each stage of the journey
Every single seat comes with its own large crystal-clear display, allowing access to a wide array of inflight entertainment
Increased overhead storage reduces the need for passengers to place bags near their feet. Each seat also comes with that most simple of luxuries, generous legroom, as well as its own screen for inflight entertainment, while Royal Jordanian’s Crown Class passengers also have full flat-bed seats. The revolutionary openframe design of the new seats also improves comfort during flights. All of this, alongside the world-class service and Jordanian hospitality that is found on board, make flying on the Dreamliner a unique and unforgettable experience. Combine this with the Dreamliner increasing the size of the Royal Jordanian fleet, enabling the airline to expand into every corner of the globe, and the result is not only more destinations to dream about, but more flights worth dreaming about, too.
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On the go A round-up of recent events, charity work and more, all in association with RJ Royal Jordanian joins forces with Coca-Cola Amman / 11 Aug
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Success for Ramadan charity campaign Jordan / Jul-Aug
A new, customised Coca-Cola
success for both brands in the
Royal Jordanian held its annual
with the Charity Clothing Bank,
product will be available on
years ahead.
charity campaign during the
where several RJ staff help
a partnership with such a well-established company,
during Ramadan, in cooperation
holy month of Ramadan, which
out. This programme enables
the Crown Lounge at Queen
Manager for Jordan and Syria,
this year focused on the Jordan
those in need to get new clothes
Alia International Airport, as
Içecek Ezel Agaoglu, says the
Valley, Zarqa, Irbid, Ma’an
and shoes, as well as access to
part of a collaboration between
deal will help the company with
and Ajloun.
learning opportunities.
RJ and the Coca-Cola Bottling
its strategy of aiding social
Company of Jordan.
development in numerous
to break the fast) for 400
Organisation (JHCO) Secretary
Jordanian communities.
Royal Jordanian planes and at
Coca-Cola’s General
RJ also presented clothes
RJ arranged iftars (meals
Jordan Hashemite Charity
orphans from different
General Ayman Mifleh thanked
Established in 1993, the
charitable organisations at the
RJ for the initiative and for its
also be available at big stores
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Children’s Museum of Jordan,
long-standing support of its
all around the kingdom, and
of Jordan is part of Turkish
one of Her Majesty Queen
work inside and outside Jordan.
proceeds from sales of the
company Coca-Cola Içecek,
Rania Al Abdullah’s non-profit
product will go towards social
which bottles Coca-Cola
educational organisations.
is an important part of the
projects that will benefit the
products in Jordan, Syria,
RJ employees joined the iftar,
airline’s social responsibility
local community.
Iraq, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan,
which was a unique educational
programme, designed to help
Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan,
experience for the children,
out the less fortunate, in line
President and CEO, Nasser Lozi,
Tajikistan and Turkmenistan,
during which they tried out
with the values, religion and
says he is happy about agreeing
as well as in Turkey.
numerous activities.
morals of Jordanian society.
The drink, which will display both companies’ logos, will
RJ’s Chairman of the Board,
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The Ramadan campaign
O N B O A R D R J A D AY I N T H E L I F E
On-board care
A day in the life Boarding a flight can be a daunting experience for many. It’s only with the presence of a great cabin crew that it becomes easier and more enjoyable. RJ flight attendant Najwa Al Kurdi tells us about the art of ‘happy flying’ I wake up in good time to prepare for my
the world. In two years, I travelled everywhere,
flights. I always ensure a good sleep to be
experienced other cultures and got to know in
refreshed for the day ahead. I’ll have breakfast
a short time what may take years for others to
and head to our daily briefing, which we attend
discover. I embraced this journey with an open
before each flight to review safety regulations
heart. Every day I meet new people, deal with
and other things about the trip.
different personalities and cultures and my
It wasn’t my plan to become a flight attendant. I studied Management Information
perspective on life continues to grow richer. My favourite destination is Bangkok. I look
Systems and worked as a marketing officer at
forward to it every time – the culture, food and
a local company for 10 days, although I knew
everything this vibrant city has to offer! I love to
that it wasn’t the right job for me. That’s when
roam around like a tourist, do some shopping
a friend suggested I apply to become a flight
and enjoy the scenery.
attendant at RJ. That was my lucky break. It
I go to work every day excited to be travelling
changed my life and the opportunity for a new
to another city, and look forward to meeting
career presented itself.
new passengers and familiar faces. It’s very
After completing the service, safety and
rewarding seeing frequent fliers back on board,
security training, I boarded my first flight to
and always a pleasure to be able to welcome
Beirut with great excitement. My first flights
back our loyal passengers.
were a challenging experience as there were
Flight attendants are proud to represent
so many new things to learn from the other crew
Jordan worldwide, reflecting the country’s
members, who helped me get used to all these
hospitality. I would encourage those who want
duties. It took me around three months to
to become a flight attendant to go for it. The
learn everything.
job is very satisfying, the trips are exciting and
Being a flight attendant is a dream job. The minute I started I was given a ticket to wander
despite the challenges of a changing schedule, the experience is unmatched.
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What are your main duties? We ensure that passengers receive an exceptional service from the moment they step on board until they leave. We help them to their seat and stow luggage overhead. We appreciate cultural diversity, and sensitivy towards passengers who may need extra help, such as children. What about safety? Flight attendants are highly trained in service, safety and emergency situations. We can’t always attend to passengers’ requests straightaway, for example during take-off or landing. But they understand that we’re not there only for service; we’re there for their safety. What qualities should a flight attendant have? Caring, good communication, quick-thinking and patient, with a warm, welcoming smile. Also, multitasking and keeping a calm environment onboard.
O N B O A R D R J R O YA L P L U S
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quality services, more rewards and extra
the bonus.
flexibility. You’ll start earning miles and segment points from the first flight on RJ or any oneworld partner. Tier Qualification Tier
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35,000
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55,000
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ONBOARD RJ FLEET
DISCOVER RJ’S FLEET
Boeing 787
Airbus 340 K H G
K H G
F E D
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C B A
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Economy Class: 246 Seats, Economy Class: Rows 5-37
Engines 2
Length 186’ 02”
Cargo Capacity 17 tons Tail Height 55’ 51”
* 2 Freighters
Speed 954 km/hr
Max Range 7850 nm
Engines 4
Length 194’11”
Cargo Capacity 15 tons
Tail Height 54’11” Max Range 7850 nm
Speed 891 km/hr
Span 197’ 18”
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Airbus 321
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No. in Fleet: XXX Engines: XXX Cargo Capacity: XXXX Speed: XXX km/hr Span: XX X" Length: XXX' XX" Tail Height: XX' XX" Max. Range: XXXX NM
Engines 2
Length 192’9”
Engines 2
Length 146’0”
Cargo Capacity 15 tons
Tail Height 55’6”
Cargo Capacity 6 tons
Tail Height 39’7”
Max Range 7250 nm
Speed 891 km/hr
Max Range 2354 nm
Speed 891 km/hr
Span 112’0”
Span 197’10”
Airbus 319
Airbus 320
Engines 2
Length 111’
Engines 2
Length 111’
Cargo Capacity 4 tons
Tail Height 38’7”
Cargo Capacity 3 tons
Tail Height 38’7”
Speed 916 km/hr
Max Range 2100 nm
Speed 960 km/hr
Max Range 2300 nm
Span 111’10”
Span 111’10”
Embraer 175
Embraer 195
Engines 2
Span 94’3”
Engines 2
Length 103’11”
Cargo Capacity 3.7 tons
Length 126’10”
Cargo Capacity 3 tons
Tail Height 31’11”
Tail Height 34’7”
Speed 875 km/hr
Max Range 2000 nm
Speed 875 km/hr
Span 85’4”
Max Range 1650 nm
* 2 freighters ■ Closet ■ Lavatory ■ Galley
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*Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating is in accordance with the individual policy of the oneworld member airline operating the flight. First and business class check-in desks and lounges are not available at all airports. Fast track is not available at all airports. oneworld benefits are available only to passengers on scheduled flights that are both marketed and operated by a oneworld member airline (marketed means that there must be a oneworld member airline’s flight number on your ticket). airberlin, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, LAN, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, S7 Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, TAM Airlines and oneworld are trademarks of their respective companies. TAM Airlines (Paraguay) is currently not a part of oneworld. Some limitations and exceptions may apply. For more information, visit www.oneworld.com/benefits.
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o n b o a r d r j t r av e l t i p s
wellbeing in the air
Eight tips for a comfortable flight What to drink, where to sit and how to move: our travel experts advise you on the most relaxing and comfortable way to travel, especially if you’re flying long haul Choose your seat If you’re tall, it’s a good idea to choose
an aisle seat, which gives you more legroom
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Stay hydrated Make sure you drink plenty of water
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Ear pressure Chewing gum helps to relieve ear
throughout the flight. The air on board can
pressure, and even yawning can help.
and makes it easier to stand up and move
be dry, and because you’re at high altitude
For small children, encourage them to
around – when it’s safe to do so. If you
your body will lose moisture. Always ask
drink (swallowing helps reduce ear
prefer not to be disturbed during the flight,
a member of the cabin crew if you feel
pressure) or chew sweets.
try a window seat instead.
you need more fluids.
2
4
Keep moving Stroll up and down the aisle regularly
during your flight, and try some back
Drinks to avoid It’s advisable to avoid caffeine (tea
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Jet lag As soon as you get on board, change
your watch to the time in your destination.
and coffee) and alcohol when flying. Also,
This will help your mind adjust to entering a
stretches at the rear of the cabin where
you may find it more comfortable to avoid
new time zone and can help avoid jet lag on
there is usually more space. Even in your
carbonated drinks, including fizzy water
long-haul flights.
seat, stretch your arms up and around
and cola, as they can cause bloating.
your back, and raise your legs as high as possible. Rotate your ankles slowly, in both directions. You’ll also feel better if you’re wearing loose, comfortable clothing.
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Skin and eye care Eye drops can help with sore eyes,
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Have a sleep Travel pillows give good
neck support if you want to sleep.
while lip balm and moisturiser (yes, for the
Cabin crew can also help
guys too!) can prevent skin and lips getting
with blankets, especially
dry. If you wear contact lenses, don’t forget
during night flights.
to take them out before take-off.
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onboard rj transit maps
Amman, Jordan Queen Alia international airport
How do you transfer? Queen Alia International Airport has one main terminal building. All arrivals are on Level 2 and all departures are on Level 3. If you have your boarding pass for your connecting flight, follow the Transfer sign through security to Level 3 and proceed to your departure gate. If you do not have a boarding pass for your flight, proceed to the transfer desk on Level 2 and then through security to Level 3 and proceed to your departure gate. How long does it take to transfer? You should allow 10 to 15 minutes after clearing security to walk to your departure gate. Connecting from international to domestic flights Once passport control is complete, exit the terminal and proceed to Level 3. If you have a boarding pass, head to the gate. If not, proceed to the check-in counter in Zone B. Connecting from Domestic to International flights Exit the terminal and proceed to Level 3. If you have a boarding pass, head to passport control and proceed to the gate. If not, proceed to the check-in counters in Zone A.
oneworld carriers operating at Queen Alia International Airport Royal Jordanian British Airways Qatar Airways
hong kong hong kong airport Airline lounges Transfer desk
Terminal 2
How do you transfer between terminals? All arrivals are on Level 5. All departures are on Level 6. If you have a boarding pass for your connecting flight, proceed through security to Level 6 departures. If you do not have a boarding pass, proceed to the transfer desk for the carrier of your next flight. Once you have checked in, follow transfer signs through security to Level 6 departures.
Check-in Customs/ immigration Train Escalators to gates 501-530 Transfer bus
How long does it take to transfer between terminals? You should allow at least 30 minutes after clearing security to walk to your departure gate. An alternative route is the passenger train shuttle on Level 1 that runs continuously between the east and west wings of the terminal.
Terminal 2
Airline lounges
BA/QF British Airways, Qantas Lounge
Transfer desk
CX Cathay Pacific Lounge
Check-in
JL Japan Airlines Lounge
Customs/ immigration
oneworld carriers operating at Hong Kong Airport Malaysia Airlines Royal Jordanian Qantas British Airways Qatar Airways Cathay Pacific S7 Finnair SriLankan Airlines Japan Airlines
Train
Airline lounges
Escalators to gates 501-530Terminal 2
Transfer desk
Transfer bus
Check-in
MH Malaysia Airlines Lounge
BA/QF British Airways, Qantas Lounge
Customs/ immigration
CX Cathay Pacific Lounge
Train
JL Japan Airlines Lounge
Escalators to gates 501-530
MH Malaysia Airlines Lounge
Transfer bus BA/QF British Airways, Qantas Lounge CX Cathay Pacific Lounge
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JL Japan Airlines Lounge MH Malaysia Airlines Lounge
onboard rj transit maps
New york, USA John f kennedy airport How do you transfer between terminals? The AirTrain operates frequently between all terminals at John F Kennedy (JFK) airport, as well as to stations that connect to the various New York railroad transportation systems. How long does it take to transfer between terminals? Allow 60-90 minutes to transfer from one terminal to another. The approximate travel time for the AirTrain, including stops at all terminals, is eight minutes. How much time is required to transfer between JFK and LaGuardia airports? Allow 45-60 minutes for transportation between airports. Allow a minimum connection time of three hours if not otherwise specified by your airline. Proceed to the ground transportation information counter for more details. Please note there is no baggage transfer process between JFK and New York LaGuardia (LGA) or Newark (EWR). You must collect your bags at your arrival airport and take them with you to your connecting flight.
oneworld carriers operating at New York John F Kennedy Airport Terminal 1 Japan Airlines Terminal 7 British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Iberia, Qantas Terminal 8 R oyal Jordanian, Air Berlin, American Airlines, Finnair, LAN TAM, Qatar Airways
Chicago, USA o’hare Airport How do you transfer? For international arrivals at Terminal 5, immigration and customs on the lower level. Re-check your baggage at the re-check area beyond customs. To connect to American Airlines and Iberia Follow signs to Airport Transit System (ATS) to connect to Terminal 3. Clear security and proceed to your departure gate. To connect to British Airways, Japan Airlines or Royal Jordanian from a USA Domestic arrival in Terminal 3 Follow signs to ATS and proceed to Terminal 5. If you have a boarding pass, clear security and proceed to your departure gate. If you do not have a boarding pass, please check in at the airline’s counter. All bags will be checked through to your destination. How long does it take to transfer? The ATS serves all terminals and operates every three to five minutes from 7am to 10pm, and every 20 minutes from 10pm to 7am. Maximum travel time is 10 minutes.
oneworld carriers operating at Chicago O’Hare Airport Terminal 5, Concourse M Arrivals and departures: Royal Jordanian, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Arrivals Only: American Airlines, Air Berlin, Iberia, Qatar Airways Terminal 3 Arrivals and departures: American Airlines Departures only: Air Berlin, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways
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Madrid, spain Barajas Airport
How do you transfer? Most domestic and European – ‘Schengen’ – country flights will operate from the main terminal, Terminal 4, while long-haul services and some European flights will depart from the satellite terminal, Terminal 4S. Follow signs to the underground train to transfer between the terminals. How long does it take to transfer? An underground high-speed train connects passengers between Terminal 4 and Terminal 4S, departing every three minutes and taking less than four minutes to complete the journey. oneworld carriers operating at Madrid Barajas Airport Terminal 4S Royal Jordanian, American Airlines, British Airways, Iberia, LAN TAM, Qatar Airways Terminal 4 Air Berlin, Finnair, Iberia, TAM
London, UK heathrow airport
Transfer des Connection
National Express bus
Terminal 1 Terminal 5
Flight Connection Center Road
Terminal 3
Walkway
How do you transfer? For same terminal departures, follow the signs for flight connections and proceed to departure gates. For departures from other terminals, transfer by bus to the Flight Connection Centre and follow signs for departures.
Bus route
Terminal 4
How long does it take to transfer between terminals? Buses operate every six to eight minutes from Terminal 5 to Terminal 3 and take approximately ten minutes. How much time is required to transfer between London Heathrow and Gatwick? The National Express bus to Gatwick takes approximately 90 minutes. Buses operate every 15 minutes from 05:30-12:00 and every 30 minutes from 12:00-22:30
Transfer desk Connection Bus
oneworld carriers operating at Terminal 1 London Terminal 5 Heathrow Airport Terminal 1 British Airways, TAM 3 Terminal Terminal 3 Royal Jordanian, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Japan Airlines, Qantas Terminal 4 Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, SriLankan Airlines Terminal 5 British Airways, Iberia
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National Express bus Flight Connection Center Road Walkway Bus route
Terminal 4
onboard rj transit maps
bangkok, thailand suvarnabhumi airport Bangkok, Thailand (BKK) Concourse C
Concourse E
Airline lounges Transfer desk
International Terminal
How do you transfer? Domestic flights leave from concourses A and B. International flights leave from concourses C, D, E, F and G. All arrivals are at Level 2 and all departures leave from Level 4 of the main terminal building.
Check-in Customs/ immigration
Concourse D
Arrivals Departures
Bangkok, Thailand (BKK) How long does it take to transfer?
Road
To connect between the oneworld carriers (if Concourse C you are already checked through), should take approximately 20 minutes.
Concourse E
Airline lounges
Domestic International Terminal
JL Japan Airlines Lounge
Check-in
Terminal To connect between international concourses No need to go through immigration and customs Concourse A D Concourse formalities; check in 90 minutes before departure at the transit counter on Level 3. Bangkok, Thailand (BKK)
To connect between the international and domestic concourses It should take approximately 60-90 minutes to clear immigration and customs before proceeding to Domestic domestic check-in counters on Level 4. Passengers Terminal connecting from international to domestic flights must collect their checked baggage and clear Concourse A passport control before proceeding to the domestic check-in area.
CX Cathay Pacific Lounge
Transfer desk
Customs/ immigration
QF/BA Qantas, British Airways Lounge
Concourse G
Arrivals
MH Malaysia Airlines Lounge
Departures
Concourse C
Concourse E
Road
Airline lounges Transfer desk
oneworld carriers operatingInternational at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Terminal oneworld carriers: Concourse E, F or G Royal Jordanian, Concourse D British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Concourse G Qatar Airways, S7, SriLankan Airlines
CX Cathay Pacific Lounge
Check-in
JL Japan Airlines Lounge
Customs/ immigration
QF/BA Qantas, British Airways Lounge MH Malaysia Airlines Lounge
Arrivals Departures Road CX Cathay Pacific Lounge
Domestic
Terminal Kuala Lumpur international Airport kuala lumpur, malaysia JL Japan Airlines Lounge
oneworld carriers:
Concourse A
Concourse G
Satellite A
QF/BA Qantas, British Airways Lounge
Airline lou
MH Malaysia Airlines Lounge
Check-in
Customs/ immigrati
Main Terminal
Transferring within and between terminals oneworld A complimentary train service operates between the carriers: main terminal building and the satellite building.
Parking
Transit Sy Road
Customers transferring from an international flight to a domestic flight must clear immigration and customs.
MH Malaysia Air Lounge
CX Cathay Paci Lounge
Customers transferring from a domestic flight to an international flight can collect their boarding passes from the transfer desk. All customers must pass through immigration clearance. How long does it take to transfer between the main terminal and the satellite building? The complimentary Aerotrain train service departs every three to five minutes and the journey takes approximately two minutes. oneworld carriers operating at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Royal Jordanian, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, SriLankan Airlines
Airline lounges Check-in
Satellite A
Customs/ immigration
Main Terminal
Parking
Satellite A Main Terminal
Transit System Road MH Malaysia Airlines Lounge CX Cathay Pacific Lounge
Airline lounges Check-in Customs/ immigration Parking Transit System Road MH Malaysia Airlines Lounge
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CX Cathay Pacific Lounge
ONBOARD RJ ROUTE MAPS
HELSINKI OSLO
GLASGOW
ABERDEEN EDINBURGH
MANCHESTER
ST PETERSBURG
STOCKHOLM GOTHENBURG
COPENHAGEN
NEWCASTLE
HAMBURG
KAZAN
GDANSK
HANNOVER BERLIN DÜSSELDORF WARSAW COLOGNE FRANKFURT NUREMBERG OSLO BRUSSELS KARLSRUHE KRAKÓW KRAK STUTTGART MUNICH PARIS
MOSCOW
AMSTERDAM
UFA
LONDON
GENEVA
ZURICH
KIEV
ROSTOV
VIENNA BUCHAREST
KRASNODAR
MILAN
ROME
ISTANBUL
BARCELONA MADRID PALMA DE MALLORCA
ATHENS ALGIERS
TUNIS LARNACA TRIPOLI MISRATA
AMMAN BENGHAZI
KHARTOUM
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Cologne, Düsseldorf, Gdansk, Helsinki, Karlsruhe/Baden Baden, Kraków, Munich, Nuremberg, Stuttgart, Warsaw, via Berlin Cologne, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Palma de Mallorca via Munich Berlin, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Hannover, Milan, Munich, Nuremberg, Zurich via Vienna
Aberdeen, Copenhagen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Manchester, Oslo, Stockholm via London Heathrow
Kazan, Krasnodar, Rostov, St Petersburg, Ufa via Moscow
Amsterdam +31 23 555 5230
Munich +49 89 9759 1390
Accra +233 30 279 7485
Athens +30 210 9242 600
Nicosia +357 2 246 0044
Brussels +322 512 7070
Paris +33 1 42 65 99 91
Algiers +213 21 675621 +213 21 675622
Dublin +353 1 663 3934
Prague +420 261 2193 169
Frankfurt +49 69 050941 +49 69 022087
Rome +39 06 478 7055 + 39 06 478 7057
Geneva +41 22 817 4802 +41 22 817 4803
Stockholm +46 8 555 691 42
Kiev +380 93 231 9880
Berlin via Frankfurt
London +44 20 7878 6300
Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Oslo, Stockholm via Berlin
Moscow +7 495 933 7161
Copenhagen via Vienna
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Valletta +356 21 331 010 Vienna +43 1 513 3036 Zurich +41 43 816 4018 +41 43 816 4022
Benghazi +218 61 9093017 Casablanca +212 2 244 2525 Lagos +234 81 222 444 11 Nairobi +254 20 224 6619 Tripoli +218 21 444 1565 + 218 21 444 2453 Tunis +216 71 351390
ONBOARD RJ ROUTE MAPS
SEATTLE
MINNEAPOLIS OTTAWA TORONTO SALT LAKE CITY DENVER
SAN FRANCISCO
LAS VEGAS LOS ANGELES SANTA ANA SAN DIEGO
ALBUQUERQUE PHOENIX EL PASO TUCSON
TULSA
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HOUSTON
ORLANDO TAMPA
MIAMI
NORTH AMERICA Royal Jordanian destination
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Local RJ Agents Albuquerque, Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas, Dayton, Denver, El Paso, Houston, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Knoxville, Las Vegas, Little Rock, Los Angeles, Louisville, Memphis, Miami, Minneapolis, Nashville, New Orleans, New York - LaGuardia, Omaha, Orlando, Ottawa, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Richmond, St Louis, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Ana, Seattle, Tampa, Toronto, Tucson, Tulsa, Washington, Wichita, via Chicago
Phoenix via New York (JFK), Chicago (ORD) or Detroit (DTW)
Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Montreal, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa, Toronto, Washington (Dca), via New York
Chicago +1 847 803 3700 Detroit +1 313 271 6663 Montreal +1 514 842 3300 New York +1 212 949 0050 +1 212 949 0060
Dallas via Detroit Boston, Dallas, Los Angeles via London Boston, Dallas, Miami via Paris Dallas, Miami via Madrid Flights to Detroit operate via Montreal in the wintertime
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ALEPPO
MOSUL
ERBIL SULAYMANIYAH
BEIRUT DAMASCUS
BAGHDAD TEL AVIV
AMMAN
CAIRO BASRA
AQABA
KUWAIT
DAMMAM
BAHRAIN DOHA
MADINAH
DUBAI
RIYADH ABU DHABI MUSCAT
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ﻋﻤﻠﻴﺎت ﺟﺮاﺣﺔ اﻟﺴﻤﻨﺔ ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر اﻟﺠﺮاﺣﻲ: ﻗﺺ اﻟﻤﻌﺪة ﺗﺤﻮﻳﻞ ﻣﺴﺎر اﻟﻤﻌﺪة ﺗﺤﺰﻳﻢ أو رﺑﻂ اﻟﻤﻌﺪة ﺑﺎﻟﻮن اﻟﻤﻌﺪةﻋﻤﻠﻴﺎت ﺟﺮاﺣﺔ اﻟﺠﻬﺎزاﻟﻬﻀﻤﻲ ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر: ﺗﻀﻴﻖ اﻟﻤﺮيء ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر اﻻرﺗﺪاد و ﻓﺘﻖ اﻟﺤﺠﺎب اﻟﺤﺎﺟﺰ ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر اﺳﺘﺌﺼﺎل اﻟﻤﺮارة ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر و اﺳﺘﻜﺸﺎفاﻟﻘﻨﻮات اﻟﻤﺮارﻳﺔ اﺳﺘﺌﺼﺎل اﻟﻄﺤﺎل ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر اﺳﺘﺌﺼﺎل اﻟﺰاﺋﺪة اﻟﺪودﻳﺔ ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر ﻓﺘﻖ اﻟﺒﻄﻦ ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر اﺳﺘﺌﺼﺎل اﻟﻘﻮﻟﻮن ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر -ﻫﺒﻮط اﻟﻤﺴﺘﻘﻴﻢ ﺑﺎﻟﻤﻨﻈﺎر
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ﺟﺒﻞ ﻋﻤﺎﻥ-ﺷﺎﺭﻉ ﻣﺴﺘﺸﻔﻰ ﺍﳋﺎﻟﺪﻱ ﻣﺠﻤﻊ ﺃﻟﻔﺎ ﺍﻟﻄﺒﻲ-ﺑﻨﺎﻳﺔ ﺭﻗﻢ -٥١ﺍﻟﻄﺎﺑﻖ ﺍﻷﻭﻝ ﺍﻟﻬﺎﺗﻒ - ٠٠٩٦٢٦٤٦٣٤٠٣٦ :ﺍﻟﻔﺎﻛﺲ٠٠٩٦٢٦٤٦٣٣٢٠١: ﻟﻠﺤﺠﺰ ٠٠٩٦٢٧٩٠١٠١٢٠٣ /٠٠٩٦٢٧٩٥٦٠٤٥٩٠ : ٠٠٩٦٢٧٩٠١٠١٢٠٥ﺗﻐﺬﻳﺔ ٠٠٩٦٢٧٩٥١٥١٠٩٠:
ﺍﻻﳝﻴﻞmkhrais@doctors.org.uk: ﺍﳌﻮﻗﻊ ﺍﻻﻟﻜﺘﺮﻭﻧﻲ www.drkhrais.com :
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