Built on 120,000 sqm in Marj Al Hamam, a 15 minute drive from the heart of Amman, and scheduled to open its doors for its guests from the 15th of July to 15th of August 2004.
"The Global Village Amman 2004, aims to promote Jordan as a leading family entertainment center within the Middle East. This exciting project is bound to contribute toward boosting tourism in Jordan," said Marwan Khoury, Managing Director of the Jordan Tourism Board.
Over 24 pavilions representing Bahrain, Brazil, Czech Republic, Egypt, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, China, Philippines, Russia, Sudan, Syria, Thailand, Tunis, Turkey, UAE, Vietnam, Yemen and Kenya will exhibit their traditional art, handicrafts and national products, as well as dazzle visitors with their folklore performances.
Jordan will also mount a large pavilion displaying national products in addition to pavilions for the Aqaba Special Economic Zone, the Jordan Export Development and Jordan Investment Board.
"We have received an enthusiastic response from different international and regional communities, which illustrates that the Global Village Amman 2004 will truly be a meeting point for cultures", he added.
The Global Village, Amman 2004 will also feature a large theatre - seating 4,000 visitors - dedicated to plays from local troupes and other participating countries, a giant Fun Fair and play ground facilities which will offer kids different exciting games and rides, as well as a variety of restaurants and cafes.
"Working around the clock, the project managers are also implementing plans that will ease the traffic situation from the entrance and the parking areas as well. Other services offered to visitors will include public transportation, banks, ATMs, vending machines as well as clinics ," he stressed.
The Global Village, Amman 2004 is sure to provide hours of fun and entertainment to each and every visitor of all ages. Options are plenty, with all kinds of entertainment, food, shopping and exhibitions.
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The Jordan Tourism Board (JTB) was officially launched in March 1998 as an independent public-private sector partnership. The JTB is committed to brand, position and promote Jordan as an international destination of choice - whether for leisure, business or MICE travel. With a 13-member Board of Directors, the JTB is headed by the Ministry of Tourism and also includes nine private sector members representing hotels, inbound tour operators and tourism transport companies. As part of its new marketing plan, the JTB offers an integrated programme of international promotional activities including representations, trade fairs, workshops, roadshows and familiarisation trips. For further information please log onto www.see-jordan.com
The Jordan Tourism Board call centre toll free numbers in the Middle East are as follows:
UAE - 800 4676
Bahrain - 800 098
KSA - 800 244 2008
Kuwait - 245 9259
For further information please contact:
Abeer Al-Qadi/ Amal Akbar
ASDA'A Public Relations
Edelman exclusive Middle East affiliate Dubai, UAE
Tel: +971 4 3344550
Fax: +971 4 3344556
Marwan Khoury
Jordan Tourism Board
Amman
Jordan
Tel: +962 6 5678294
Fax: +962 6 5678295
The Jordan Tourism Board call centre toll free numbers in the Middle East are as follows:
UAE - 800 4676
Bahrain - 800 098
KSA - 800 244 2008
Kuwait - 245 9259
For further information please contact:
Abeer Al-Qadi/ Amal Akbar
ASDA'A Public Relations
Edelman exclusive Middle East affiliate Dubai, UAE
Tel: +971 4 3344550
Fax: +971 4 3344556
Marwan Khoury
Jordan Tourism Board
Amman
Jordan
Tel: +962 6 5678294
Fax: +962 6 5678295
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