Sep. 2009
INTRODUCING KAWAR GROUP... a large entrepreneurial venture with multiple business interests Shipping & Logistics Healthcare Trade & Project Development Investments KAWAR GROUP Travel & Tourism Information & Communication Technologies Kawar Energy ACT
PROFILE KAWAR GROUP OF COMPANIES Kawar Group of Companies ranks among the leading privately owned firms in Jordan,startedinthemid1950sasasmallshipagency,andcontinuedtodevelop and make considerable impact on the transport industry. The Group is now a leading multi-tasking cluster providing integrated shipping and transportation services, as well as being a base for the supply of information and communication technology (ICT). Its activities also include trade and industry, projects development, travel and tourism, healthcare management and supplies, printing technologies, and most recently telecommunications.
HISTORY 1925 First pharmacy in Jordan established by the late Amin Kawar. 1935 Late Amin Kawar discovered phosphate in Jordan 1939 Amin Kawar Phosphate discovery led to the establishment of Trans-Jordan Phosphate Company. 1955 Our Chairman Tawfiq Kawar established the Shipping Business Amin Kawar And Sons Co. was founded.. 1963 Established Amin Kawar & Sons Travel & Tourism 1997 Kawar was the first ISO 9002-certified shipping agent in the Kingdom. 2010 Marked the company s 55th anniversary
AMIN KAWAR AND SONS TRAVEL AND TOURISM Amin Kawar and Sons Travel and Tourism (AKS) was established in 1963 as part of the Kawar Group of Companies. Amin Kawar and Sons Travel and Tourism has over 50 years of experience in series operation, special interest tours, package tours, business meetings, individual itineraries, cruise shore excursions handling and incentives. Services including: Specialized in Destination Management DMC Religion and faith Biblical tours History, culture &adventure tours. Incentives, meetings and special events. Conference and seminar arrangements in Jordan and abroad. Shore excursions for cruises calling at Aqaba. Hotel reservations worldwide. Cruises and post per pre cruise booking worldwide. Ticketing and reservations IATA
AMIN KAWAR AND SONS TRAVEL AND TOURISM Our agency handles groups from North America, Europe, Australia and the Far East. Our aim and motto is to keep our customers pleased and happy and to mostly ensure that their visit to Jordan is most memorable. Our professional team ensures quality service to our customers from conception to completion. Every detail and contingency isplanned for with flexibility to accommodate customer needs when needed. AKS Travel has been the first agent in Jordan to handle shore excursions for the magnificent & deluxe cruises calling at Aqaba over the past years. As cruise agents we have handled many cruise ships docking in Aqaba. These have included Princess Cruises, P&O Cruises, Cunard UK, Thomson Cruises, MSC Cruises, Tui Germany, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara, Costa Cruises, Holland America and AIDA among others. AKS has been the general sales agents for Thai Airways International Ltd. and Middle East airlines (MEA) in Aqaba for over twenty-five years. For many consecutive years, AKS Travel and Tourism has won awards annually for passenger sales support from various airlines including Royal Jordanian, the national carrier,
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JORDAN Although Jordan was only created in the 20th century, it has hosted some of the oldest civilizations in the world. Centrally located in the heart of the region, Jordan s lands saw all the old civilization pass through to use trade routes and pilgrimage routes. The Egyptians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Turks, and Crusaders all left their mark in the region. They built cities, fought wars, or traded in the area leaving behind a rich mosaic of culture and heritage. Today Jordan is a nation of ancient historical significance with modern development. A visit to Jordan will allow you to experience this modernity while exploring the old and ancient with a religious legacy that echoes with the stories of Christianity spanning across centuries throughout the New and Old Testaments. The new stream of luxury hotels emerging in Amman, Petra, Aqaba and the Dead Sea is just adding quality to a refined product that is distinct, accessible and friendly. A product that is home to a relaxing vacation as well as a new display of modern meeting facilities and unique venues for incentive travel. While traveling in Jordan you will be able to experience the well-known hospitality of the Jordanians. No visitor ever escapes without hearing the sincere words Welcome to Jordan- Ahlan wa Sahaln accompanied with a big smile.
Choices for Jordan experience are countless
A Modern Crossroads (Amman) The modern and ancient capital of Jordan Originally over seven hills, Amman now covers at least 19 hills. Amman is a delightful mixture of old and new often referred to as the White City, the result of the while stones of the country used in construction. Amman is a busy commercial and administrative center with many modern amenities.
A Dazzling Preserved City (Jerash) A Rome away from Rome. The Graeco-Roman City, Jerash (Geresa), is considered one of the best preserved and most complete cities of the Decapolis. The entire city-center still stands with its architectural details of limestone carvings beautifully intact..
BIBLICAL JORDAN The Place of Immersion (The Jordan River and the Baptismal Site) Winding through the Jordan Valley is the River Jordan, whose sacred waters witnessed many biblical and historical events. the place of immersion. According to John s Gospel, John the Baptist announced the coming of Jesus, and baptized him in the waters of the Jordan.
BIBLICAL JORDAN Glorious Mosaics (Madaba) & Mt Nebo Medeba the City of Mosaics. Remains of the Roman Road can still be seen in the midst of the modern town,. At the Greek-Orthodox Church of St. George the earliest surviving original map of the Holy Land exists. A nine-kilometer trip west of Madaba brings youtomountnebo.herewasthefinalstation in the life of Prophet Moses, the friend of God. To here he journeyed from Egypt with his people, using the King s Highway and passing by Wadi Musa (Petra) where he struck the rock to bring forth water.
LEISURE & WELLNESS Lowest Spot (Dead Sea) At the lowest spot on earth lies the Dead Sea, 400 meters below sea level. As the name suggests, the sea is devoid of life due to an extremely high content of salt and minerals. Jordan s famous Dead Sea resorts provide a more relaxed, therapeutic experience. Here are the exclusive spa resorts, where selfindulgence and pampering are the order of the day. Work-worn delegates and other visitors experience a boost in their moral and energy that will make them feel at least 10 years younger and ready to face the challenges of life with newly discovered vitality
LEISURE & WELLNESS Natural Spas - Zarqa Ma in, Hammamat Ma in The hot springs in Zarqa Ma in consist of low and high temperatures varying from one in which you could boil an egg to one where you can comfortably immerse yourself. Zarqa Ma in also contains the remains of buildings of the Roman period. Another similar spring is Ein Al Zara, three kilometers south of the Zarqa Ma in mouth on the shores of the Dead Sea. A remarkable feature is the hot waterfall, which pours in the largest pool.
ECO TOURISM Jordan is a country rich in ecological diversity; which creates an amazing array of natural beauty. In order to preserve this natural beauty Jordan has established a number of Wildlife and nature reserves. These reserves preserve the existing ecosystems and allow visitors to enjoy their beauty without harming or endangering the protected areas.
GOLDEN TRIANGLE PETRA A World Wonder WADI RUM Spiritual and timeless Desert AQABA CITY Red Sea Beach Resort
PETRA The ancient rose red city of Petra is a Nabataean capital carved in red sandstone. The city has numerous monuments including tombs, theaters, obelisks, high places, temples, and churches among others. Hidden among ancient canyons, Petra is the most mystic and glorious of Jordan s national treasures. Visitors are struck by the awesome beauty and magnificence of the Rose-Red City built into the Rock. Petra is widely admired for its refined culture, massive architecture, dams and water channels. Petra is one of the seven modern World Wonders and a UNESCO heritage.
WADI RUM Only an hour s drive from Aqaba lies Wadi Rum. Wadi Rum is a vast timeless and hauntingly beautiful desert. Wadi Rum is the largest and most magnificent of Jordan s deserts. Here you will find sand dunes that shimmer, exquisitely carved mountains raised out of the rose red desert sand. The Wadi Rum today is a protected natural reserve.. Camping is available in Aqaba and in Wadi Rum travelers just need to bring their sleeping bags and pick a place - the desert, the beach, or the mountains. Camel rides are a popular activity and short trips can be arranged on demand from Rum village and Disi village. Horseback tours are also available from both Rum and Disi villages. For both camels and horses, operators offer long treks lasting from two to seven days, including overnight camping.
AQABA Aqaba is Jordan s only seaport. Located in the southernmost tip of Jordan on the Red Sea, Aqaba is a blend of sun, sea, and mountains that provides a unique backdrop with pleasant year-long climate. Aqaba also boasts historical trails of famous Nabataean trades, as well as those of Lawrence of Arabia and for those who are interested in what is under the water Aqaba has some the most pristine coral reefs in the red sea
ACTIVITIES IN & AROUND AQABA include: Diving Water Sports Boat rides Camping Camel & Horse Tours Parachuting and Paragliding Hiking & Climbing Jeep Tours
WHY KAWAR Experience that allows to organize from Series Operations to special Interest Tours; from Package tours to Business meetings; from Individual Itineraries to Incentives Over thirty years of handling shore excursions for cruises calling at Aqaba. Cemented partnerships with world class businesses in all fields Trust, honest and loyalty lie at the core of our corporate culture and are an integral to the relationships we have with our clients, business partners and associates. Relentless dedication to service by a group of the most competent dedicated employeeswho provide 24/7/360 support, who have a vast experience in providing an excellent and professional service for our customers.
WHY KAWAR Modern IT Capabilities: Implementation of modern e-mail and shipping information systems. Beyond assistance provided to our customers from conception to completion of every single detail. Rapid ability to changes in customer needs. Very strong position in Jordan and well connected to decision makers. The name of Kawar is proudly becoming very well known as a shipping house and Destination management services with diversified network and well established in the market.
AMIN KAWAR & SON TRAVEL & TOURISM Contact: Ms. Reem Andoni General Manager +962-79-8225590 reem.andoni@kawar.com Address: 24 Abdel Hamid Sharaf St. Shmeisani P. O. Box 7806 Amman 11118 Jordan Telephone: +962-6-5604676 +962-6-5604696 Fax: +962-6-5604649 Email: tt@kawar.com Web site: www.kawar- tours.com www.kawar.com
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