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ROYAL JORDANIAN AIRLINES MAGAZINE JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2019 4 JAGUAR F-PACE 2019 UNPARALLELED SPORTY PERFORMANCE FULLY LOADED FOR JOD 60,000 Create dramatic road impact with the ultimate SUV sports car, the Jaguar F-PACE 2019. Built for style, control and dynamic cornering, the 4-wheel drive system handles any road with ease and elegance. Characterized by its stylishly good looks and everyday practicality and efciency, this vehicle has been designed perfectly for your active lifestyle. Visit us today to book a test drive and learn more about our rewarding ofers on the F-PACE 2019. T. 06 5850200 www.jaguar-jordan.com JAGUAR F-PACE 2019 UNPARALLELED SPORTY PERFORMANCE FULLY LOADED FOR JOD 60,000 Create dramatic road impact with the ultimate SUV sports car, the Jaguar F-PACE 2019. Built for style, control and dynamic cornering, the 4-wheel drive system handles any road with ease and elegance. Characterized by its stylishly good looks and everyday practicality and efciency, this vehicle has been designed perfectly for your active lifestyle. Visit us today to book a test drive and learn more about our rewarding ofers on the F-PACE 2019. T. 06 5850200 www.jaguar-jordan.com welcome ear Guests, Welcome, and have an enjoyable journey on board RJ. I appreciate your choosing of our airline and hope that our services will be up to your expectations, and Dthe reason you will opt to travel on board RJ every time your destination happens to be on our route network. At the beginning of the new year, I would like to wish you all good health, happiness and prosperity. I also wish to assure you that Royal Jordanian, which marked its 55th anniversary on Dec. 15, 2018, will continue to endeavor to ofer the best air and ground services, and the utmost comfort, on par with, or even better than, successful regional and international carriers. RJ, the national carrier of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, enjoyed the generous support of its founder, His Majesty King Hussein Bin Talal. Since its It actively participated in various national activities, establishment, in 1963, His Late Majesty’s continuous whether economic, artistic, sports or otherwise, and backing has played an important role in assuring RJ’s extends a helping hand to charities, orphanages and success and great regional and global reputation. individuals with special needs, within its capabilities. Today, His Majesty King Abdullah II continues to We implemented a number of programs and projects lend his support and care to this national company that for the passengers who, I am confdent, are aware of the plays a leading role in linking Jordan to the world and innovation and touch of modernity. More services that that is of strategic importance in serving the country. are sure to appeal to our passengers and enhance their loyalty are yet to be ofered. During its journey, RJ has successfully achieved the goals it set upon its establishment, despite the Currently, RJ is implementing a comprehensive many challenges it faced. Te airline became the plan aims at improving the overall performance, best ambassador of the kingdom abroad and proudly increase revenues and reduce costs by implementing carried its identity and heritage to the world. It has an ambitious strategy that touches on all operational constantly served as a bridge for tourism, cultural and and business dimensions and activities, with focus on technological communication, and understanding with sustainable proftability, customers and employees, and other peoples. making RJ the frst network carrier in the region. RJ also became one of the main pillars of the country’s Again, I extend my best wishes to you on the 55th economy and tourism. Its wide network has eased direct anniversary of Royal Jordanian, and for 2019, and transportation of tourists to and from Jordan, as well as promise to continue to provide the best services, to the broader network of the oneworld global alliance RJ honor the trust you put in us. has been a member of since 2007. Te diferent joint code agreements Royal Jordanian signed with other Be assured that your comfort is our supreme goal. Tis Arab and international airlines enable travelers to reach is also an essential part of the message Jordan, known new destinations around the world. for its hospitality, great heritage and originality, wishes to send to the world. Today, Royal Jordanian is regarded as a strong supporter of the national economy, in terms of the size of its assets, revenues and expenses, manpower and transportation services provided to various sectors, including tourism, trade, attracting foreign currencies, employment and investing in human resources operating in Jordan and abroad. Stefan Pichler Te company strongly believes in its responsibility President/CEO towards the society and in the need to have a positive interaction with its environs. take off 5 THE RUNWAY/ THE WORLD/ Onboard RJ/ Welcome note A letter from TODAY'S DISCOVERING A WORLD OF RJ CEO, Stefan Pichler TRENDS DESTINATIONS STORIES 18 24 37 THE HUB/ Arts and culture This season is all about... On the go GEMS OF The temples of Asia A look at the most engaging, The latest news Four temples that evoke awe lively, and intellectually from Royal Jordanian JORDAN and wonder stimulating events around the globe in the realms of culture, 40 13 20 arts, sports, and more Route maps What’s up Jordan? Lifestyle/Health A list of cultural and Pillow talk 28 44 educational events taking How to get a good night’s rest Stopover Transit maps place in Jordan this January with these helpful tips Family fun and February From beaches to museums, the lively city of Kuwait offers 14 activities to be enjoyed by all A walk through The hidden gems of Al Hussein Park 14 18 20 24 Common Core State Standards integrated with Montessori Method for Kindergarten American Program (SAT) Accredited by AdvancED British Program (IGCSE) Accredited by CIE, Edexcel & Oxford Cambridge Primary (CP) Airport Road Branch (International Curriculum) Benayat Street, Near Petra University Tel: +96264201404 Tareq Branch (National & International Curriculum) Tareq, Hai AlShahid, AlHaj Street Tel: +96265066668 7 8 Editor in Chief Dana Baradei Executive Director Rami Douhal Commercial Director Carmen Salaita Art Director Dina Bani Mustafa Photo Editor Rana Al-Zaatreh Design & Production TinkBIG Agency Royal Jordanian Manager in Charge Alia Nabulsi Royal Jordanian Arabic Editorial Assistant Lana Kashman Royal Jordanian English Editorial Assistant Samia Masri ROYAL WINGS IS PUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY BY THINKBIG AGENCY ON BEHALF OF ROYAL JORDANIAN AIRLINES YOUR COMMENTS ARE WELCOME TO : [email protected] ©2018 TinkBIG Creative & Marketing, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, P.O.Box. 852544 Amman 11185 Tel: +962 6 5535444 Printed in Jordan by Central Press Arabization services by Kameelia Izzideen Ruba Al-Zaben ADVERTISING QUERIES TinkBIG Creative & Marketing Worldwide Carmen Salaita [email protected] Jordan Muhannad AlHamarneh Mobile: +962 79 7575 363 [email protected] Cover Image: Royal Jordanian 28 Images: All photos courtesy of Shutterstock (unless otherwise stated) 9 the hub 10 Gems of Jordan 13 What's up Jordan? 14 A walk through The hidden gems of Al Hussein Park 11 gems of jordan Jordan International Downstream Summit | Amman- Grand Hyatt Amman Hotel | January 15-January 16 As the only downstream summit in the region and with over 200 senior representatives and 10 leading refiners from Jordan, Iraq, Olive Harvest Season Event Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, China, Japan, South Korea, USA, January 4 | Jerash-Meeting Point by Cozmo 7th Circle Germany, and France participating, the upcoming event aims to BookAgriJO Nowwara Restaurant and Jerash farmers are help petrochemical industry members develop their business. launching an annual olive harvest season event loaded with Topics include a regional market overview, upgrades in technology heritage, local food, and the chance to pick olives hand in hand and solutions, and digital transformation in future refining and with local farmers. Participants will also learn more about types petrochemical plants. of olives, olive pickling, and packaging, in addition to shopping for مؤتمر القمة الردنية الدولي | عمان – فندق جراند حياة عمان | .local products hand-prepared by the women of Jerash 15-16/ كانون الثاني ي�سم هذا الحدث عدد كبير من اأبرز ممثلي قطاع الطاقة في كل من الأردن، العراق، مهرجان موسم قطاف الزيتون | جرش | 4 كانون الثاني م�سر، تركيا، المملكة العربية ال�سعودية، ال�سين، اليابان، كوريا الجنوبية، الوليات يحتفل مطعم نوارة والمزارعون في جر�ض �سنوياً ببدء مو�سم قطاف الزيتون باإقامة المتحدة الأمريكية، المانيا وفرن�سا، ويهدف اإلى م�ساعدة العاملين في �سناعة مهرجان يت�سمن العديد من الأطباق المحلية التراثية، كما ي�ستطيع الزائرون قطف البتروكيماويات في تطوير اأعمالهم. وت�سمل المو�سوعات التي �سيتم مناق�ستها نظرة الزيتون جنباً اإلى جنب مع المزارعين المحليين والتعرف على اأنواع مختلفة من ثمار عامة على ال�سوق الإقليمية، اأحدث ا�سدارات التكنولوجيا والحلول المتعلقة بهذه الزيتون، وطرق التعبئة، بالإ�سافة اإلى عر�ض المنتجات المحلية المعدة يدوياً من قبل ال�سناعة، والتحول اإلى الرقمية في محطات التكرير والبتروكيماويات في الم�ستقبل. �سيدات جر�ض. What’s up Jordan? The 8th International Conference on Robotics, Muhanna Durra Exhibition | Amman-Jordan National Aeronautics, Mechanics and Mechatronics | Amman- Gallery of Fine Arts - Until March 31 Hotel Ibis | January 20-January 21 Art lovers will relish in this groundbreaking exhibition by Muhanna The 8th International Conference on Robotics, Aeronautics, Durra, a celebrated Jordanian artist who is regarded as a pioneer Mechanics, and Mechatronics (ICRAMM) is organized by the for being the first to introduce Cubism and abstract art to the Global Society for Research and Development (GSRD). The aim local visual arts scene. Durra’s portraits and approach to shifting of the conference is to provide a platform for students, engineers, masses of color aim to unleash the imagination.