Company Profile SINCE 1955

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4 Index - Amin Kawar & Sons Travel & Tourism - About Kawar Group - Guiding Philosophy - Services - Leaders in Shore Excursions - Sales Agents - Events Handling - Awards and Recognitions - Memberships

5 Amin Kawar & Sons Travel & Tourism Providing exceptional travel and tourism services for travelers of all nationalities and backgrounds, Amin Kawar & Sons (AKS) Travel & Tourism is among the leading inbound tour operators of the Jordanian tourism industry. Since its establishment in 1963, AKS Travel & Tourism has made a name for itself as a customer-service oriented destination management company, managing all necessary details and providing optimal travel experiences on air, land and sea. Utilizing its in-depth knowledge of the country, far-reaching network of contacts, and strong relationships with official and non-official parties, AKS Travel & Tourism manages and carries out unforgettable events, activities and tours, tailored to its customers diverse needs. From conception to completion, AKS Travel & Tourism s professional team navigates every detail involved in its excursions, activities and travel experiences, accommodating its customers every need with flexibility and skill. With over 50 years of experience and extensive familiarity with Jordan s tourism scene and its operators, AKS Travel & Tourism offers unparalleled service, ensuring a smooth and comfortable travel experience for all.

6 About Kawar Group A leading privately-owned firm in Jordan, Kawar Group is a wide-reaching entrepreneurial venture with multiple business interests across a diverse range of sectors. Established in 1955, Kawar Group traces its roots to the late Amin Kawar s establishment of the first pharmacy in the Kingdom, marking the Kawar family s initiation into the world of enterprise. Soon after, Amin s son Tawfiq Kawar launched a small shipping agency in Aqaba. Since then, the family business has grown to encompass many companies, employing a staff of over 800 talented employees and maintaining a prominent role in shipping as well as travel and tourism; logistics; trade and industry; renewable energy; project development; real estate; healthcare management and supplies; information and telecommunications technology, and more. Inspired by the same entrepreneurial spirit demonstrated by of its founders at the turn of the 20th century, Kawar Group s dynamism and adaptability have been key in developing its longstanding reputation as a flexible entity, ready to capitalize on opportunities wherever and whenever they appear. Keeping a sharp eye on developments and market trends across sectors, Kawar Group is always keen on seeking new investment opportunities, establishing itself over the years as a reliable partner in success.

7 Guiding Philosophy As do all member companies of Kawar Group, AKS Travel & Tourism adopts what is referred to as the Kawar Way, which entails a commitment to delivering innovative solutions that meet all of its customers and partners requirements. Aiming to exceed expectations and to deliver unmatched quality of service, AKS Travel & Tourism leverages its valuable connections to strengthen its vast market network in line with the Group s tradition of entrepreneurship, all the while never compromising its values of excellence, loyalty, integrity and team work. Trust, honesty and loyalty lie at the core of Kawar Group s corporate culture, and are integral to the relationships AKS Travel & Tourism shares with its customers, business partners and associates.

8 Services AKS Travel & Tourism handles groups from within Jordan and the Arab World as well as North America, Europe, Australia, the Far East and beyond, striving to keep its customers happy and to ensure them a positive and memorable Jordanian experience. Customizing any program to suit either groups or individuals, AKS Travel & Tourism is an expert on providing series operations, special interest tours, package tours, business meetings, individual itineraries, incentives, and much more. Providing support 24/7 throughout the year, AKS Travel & Tourism offers services such as: Destination Management Services, tailored to fully independent travelers (FITs) and groups Specialized management of shore excursions for cruises docking at Aqaba and organization of turnaround operations Organization of incentives, meetings and special events Conference and seminar arrangements in Jordan and abroad Ticketing and airline reservation services Hotel reservations across the world Outbound tailor-made packages for FITs and groups Charter flight operation Booking major international cruises as well as pre- and postcruise activities worldwide

9 Leaders in Shore Excursions AKS Travel & Tourism was the first agent in Jordan to handle shore excursions for the numerous deluxe cruises that call at Aqaba, providing seamless service to cruise passengers for more than 30 years, accommodating large and small groups with ease. As cruise agents, we provide exceptional on-shore experiences to visitors from all over the world, handling many cruise ships docking in Aqaba, including but not limited to: Carnival UK (P&O Cruises and Cunard UK) Princess Cruises Royal Caribbean International Celebrity Cruises Azamara MSC Cruises ResidenSea (The World) Thomson Cruises TUI Germany

10 Sales Agents Leveraging its extensive experience in the fields of aviation and marine voyages, AKS Travel & Tourism acts as a sales representative for a number of international airlines and cruise lines. Providing fast, reliable bookings on routes and airlines all over the world, its role in sales bolsters AKS Travel & Tourism s contributions to inbound tourism into the country. General Sales Agent for the following airlines: Thai Airways International Limited Middle East Airlines (MEA) in Aqaba Sales Agent for the following cruise lines, among others: Princess Cruises Royal Caribbean International/ Celebrity Cruises/ Azamara Royal Norwegian Cruises Carnival UK Holland America Line MSC Cruises Silversea Seabourn River Cruises

11 Events Handling Delivering first-rate events in the realm of meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions (MICE) and more, AKS Travel & Tourism holds a prominent position within Jordan s event industry. Its impressive track record of MICE events have tailored to many renowned organizations, including but not limited to: Yale Law School Credit Suisse Boehringer Ingelheim Sanofi-Aventis AKC Medika-Zagreb Rotary International (Rotary Club The Hague Metropolitan) Guerlain Young Presidents Organization

12 Awards and Recognitions Throughout its many years of operation, AKS Travel & Tourism has distinguished itself as a purveyor of world-class travel and tourism services, earning the recognition of several prestigious bodies, including but not limited to: Royal Caribbean & Celebrity Cruises - WOW Performer 2013 Sales Excellence Award - WOW Performance 2011 Middle East - Best Sales Performance Jordan 2010 Royal Caribbean - Loyalty Award 2014 Marriott Hotels & Resorts Jordan - Top Agent 2015 Mövenpick Resort Petra - Best Agent 2011 In addition to annual awards for passenger sales from various airlines, including Royal Jordanian, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines System and more.

13 Memberships

14 Mr. Elias Atallah Consultant Ms. Reem Andoni General Manager Management: Ticketing: Fax: Location: 24 Abdel Hamid Sharaf St. Shmeisani Amman, Jordan Mailing Address: P. O. Box 7806 Amman Jordan

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