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Amman Summer Festival to begin July 11
Ammon News - The 17th edition of the Amman Summer Festival is scheduled to commence on July 11, held "free of charge" by the Greater Amman Municipality (GAM). According to a GAM statement issued on Tuesday, the Amman festival evenings, which will...

Oman Air joins oneworld alliance, unlocking global travel access
MUSCAT: In a move hailed as transformative for both the airline and the Sultanate, Oman Air on Monday officially joined the oneworld alliance, becoming the 15th member of one of the world’s premier global airline networks. The development marks...

Plan B Travel Jordan & Royal Jordanian Airlines showcase Jordan through webinar
Plan B Travel Jordan and Royal Jordanian Airlines recently organized a destination-focused webinar for the Indian travel trade. Master the Wonders of Jordan webinar saw healthy participation from notable Indian travel agents, highlighting the...

Jordanian and Austrian Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Cooperation and Regional Developments
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ayman Safadi, met on Sunday with Austria’s Federal Minister for European and International Affairs, Beate Meinl-Reisinger, during her official visit to Jordan.اضافة اعلان The...

Travel to Beirut, Amman, Tehran and Tel Aviv: Latest on flights
Travel across the region has been affected throughout June as conflict between Israel, Iran and the US came to a head. With daily – sometimes even hourly – changes to airline schedules, open airspace and airports, passengers have been meticulously...

Jordan: Cabinet approves tourism loan relief, restructures Food Security Council
AMMAN — The Cabinet, during a session chaired by Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Saturday, approved a plan for the government to cover interest payments on new loans extended to travel agencies and tourist hotels, excluding five-star hotels,...

City of Lamar refuse pickup schedule for 4th of July holiday
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Middle East tourism set to hit USD 350 billion by 2030
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia is actively transforming its tourism sector through Vision 2030 by investing in heritage, entertainment and hospitality projects. Consequently, landmark developments like NEOM and the Red Sea Project attract luxury...

Is it safe to travel to Jordan? Your rights amid ongoing conflict in Middle East
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Plan B Travel Jordan & Royal Jordanian Airlines organise destination webinar for Indian travel trade
Image credit - iStock-1473135765Plan B Travel Jordan and Royal Jordanian Airlines recently held a joint webinar designed to engage India’s outbound travel trade and deepen destination knowledge of Jordan. Titled Master the Wonders of Jordan, the...

LeBron James trade rumors: Ranking all 29 teams as possible destinations if the King and the Lakers break up
For the past seven years, the interests of LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers broadly aligned. James rescued the Lakers from their post-Kobe Bryant odyssey. Even as he aged, James remained one of the best players in the NBA. Merely having him...

Jordan: PDTRA chief explores enhanced tourism cooperation with UNWTO in Madrid
AMMAN — In a bid to strengthen international relations and expand avenues of tourism cooperation, Chief Commissioner of the Petra Development and Tourism Region Authority (PDTRA) Fares Braizat met with Director of the Affiliate Members Department...

The Ritz-Carlton Amman Marks Three Years of Luxury Excellence
The Ritz-Carlton, Amman is commemorating three years as one of Jordan’s premier destinations for refined hospitality and unforgettable experiences. Since opening its doors in May 2022, this flagship property has quickly established itself as a...

The Ritz-Carlton, Amman Celebrates Three Years of Unparalleled Luxury and Unforgettable Experiences
(MENAFN- Asdaa-amman) (Amman, Jordan – June 29, 2025) — The Ritz-Carlton, Amman is commemorating its anniversary, marking three years of unparalleled luxury and service excellence. Since its grand opening in May 2022, the hotel has welcomed guests...

Top 8 budget-friendly destinations for UAE travellers
With the peak summer vacation season approaching, UAE travelers are increasingly seeking nearby destinations that offer comfort, moderate weather, and affordability. In the summer of 2025, there has been a growing demand for several neighboring...

Jordan Mobilizes All Efforts to Mitigate Regional Impact on Tourism Sector
Jordan is harnessing all its resources and efforts to overcome the repercussions of ongoing regional developments on its tourism sector, through an integrated vision aimed at protecting the gains of this vital industry and gradually restoring...

Pilot Launch of Smart Gates at Queen Alia International Airport to Ease Travel Procedures for Jordanians
The Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, in cooperation with the Ministry of Transport, security agencies, the Airport International Group, and the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission, has announced the pilot launch of smart gates at...

Jordan leads Japan's Expo 2025 visitor satisfaction poll
According to a poll by the Japanese company Pia, the Jordanian pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, accomplished a rare feat by rating top in visitor satisfaction. Jordan performed better than the pavilions of big nations, such Italy and the...

What UAE families need to know if travelling this week
Read more: Flights cancelled to the UAE UAE airports are always extra-busy at the end of the school summer term, as many families jet off for their holidays. While some prefer to leave early to get a head start on their break, others wait until...

A sweet new shop: Hummus and Honey opens in Kingston
After working in the corporate tech world for what seemed like forever, Dyana Iskandarani, 38, realized she wasn’t happy. Eager to bring some joy back into her professional life, the West Pittston mom of two decided to turn her passion for cooking...