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ANNE 2019
Where will AdventureNEXT Near East Take Place?
AdventureNEXT Near East 2019 will be held in the Jordanian port city of Aqaba, on the Red Sea’s Gulf of Aqaba. Inhabited since 4000 B.C., Aqaba is home to the Islamic-era Aqaba Fort and the adjacent Aqaba Archaeological Museum.
The coastal city of Aqaba is popular for windsurfing and other water sports. The area is a top destination for scuba divers, with notable dive sites including the Yamanieh coral reef in the Aqaba Marine Park, south of the city. Wadi Rum with its impressive spires, canyons and sheer rock faces is a 90-minute drive from the resort.
The Hyatt Regency Aqaba, Ayla Resort is a scenic retreat, nestled amidst towering mountains and dazzling blue lagoons on the shores of the Gulf of Aqaba.
AdventureNEXT events will take place in indoor and outdoor facilities at the Hyatt Regency Aqaba.
Adventures
Approved buyers and media are eligible for complimentary Pre-Adventures and the Post-Adventure. Other delegates may sign-up for a Pre-Adventure on a space available basis after all buyers and media have been placed on adventures and pay the tour operator directly for the experience. The Post-Adventure is only open to buyers and media.
Airport & Shuttles
The Hyatt Regency Aqaba, Ayla Resort is located about four and a half hours drive south from the new Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA). Considered to be the main airport in Jordan, QAIA is serviced by many global airline carriers and will be the main airport for the conference arrival and departures. Jordan Tourism has an office inside the airport if delegates need assistance upon arrival. Car rentals are available. King Hussein Int’l Airport, Aqaba (ACQ) is a six mile drive from The Hyatt Regency, Aqaba and there are daily direct flights from the airport to Amman. Jordan is working with a transfer company to book complimentary transfers between select hotels in Aqaba and the Amman Airport (AMM) on select days only. Please sign up for your desired transfer time before March 25, 2019. If you wish to transfer outside of these times or locations, please make your own arrangements.
Passports & Travel Visa
A passport with a validity of at least six months and a visa are required for single entry to Jordan. Visas are required and for most nationalities, can be obtained upon arrival. Some nationalities and multiple-entry plans require obtaining a visa prior to arrival. We strongly encourage you to review this list to check the visa requirements or contact your local embassy.
For delegates who are citizens of countries that require a visa, the ATTA can provide you with an invitation letter to assist you in your visa application. Registered delegates only, fill out the Visa Letter Request Form. Your invitation letter will be delivered by email as a PDF file within five business days.
Practical Information
Key Dates
For travel purposes, here are key days for AdventureNEXT.
March 27 – March 31
If you are participating in a Pre-Adventure, you need to arrive in Jordan on one of these days. Please check your Pre-Adventure itinerary to get your trip’s specific dates.
Monday, April 1
You need to arrive in Aqaba, Jordan today.
Pre-adventures end today with delegates arriving in Aqaba by 4:00 PM.
4:00 – 6:00 PM Check-in Hyatt Regency Lobby
7:00 – 9:00 PM Welcome Dinner / Reception at Hyatt Regency Aqaba, Ayla Resort.
Tuesday, April 2
8:00 AM-9:00 PM — Check-In, Opening Plenary, Marketplace Appointments, Workshop Sessions, Closing Plenary, Dinner
Wednesday, April 3
9:00 AM-8:30 PM — Marketplace Appointments, Workshop Sessions, Closing Plenary, Closing Dinner
Thursday, April 4
You may depart Aqaba anytime today. Delegates may fly back home or stay and enjoy more adventure opportunities within the broader region.
Weather
Weather will be pleasant overall, but can be unpredictable and on the warmer side in April. In Amman, the average Fahrenheit temperatures are 80+/- degrees during the day and in the 60’s at night. It will be warmer at the Dead Sea and in the Jordan Valley as well as in Aqaba on the Red Sea. Bring a light jacket for layering in the evenings and air conditioning inside. Please check the 10-day forecast before your departure.
Attire
As with all ATTA events, the attire is ‘Adventure Casual’. Adventure Casual means jeans or pants with a shirt or fleece, on occasion you may see a sport jacket or very casual dress. A light jacket or sweater is recommended for the evenings. Pre-Adventures may have specific packing requirements; you’ll receive this information ahead of time from your activity provider.
Even though Jordan is primarily a Muslim country, the freedom of all religions is protected. Some traditional Muslim and Christian women choose to wear clothing that covers their arms, legs and/or hair, however, this is by choice only and no one is subject to these customs. Regardless, very revealing clothing is not appropriate and conservative dress is advisable for both men and women in the old part of Amman (downtown) and in smaller cities.
Connectivity
Please check with your hotel for additional information on internet connectivity. There will be free WiFi internet access during AdventureNEXT at the Hyatt Regency Aqaba, Ayla Resort.
Welcome Dinner
On April 1st, the welcome dinner takes place at the Hyatt Regency, Aqaba starting at 19:00. All delegates – both international and domestic are encouraged to attend, as it is included in your event registration and will provide an engaging networking opportunity.
Electrical System
The electrical system in Jordan is based on 220 AC volts, 50 cycles. The most commonly used electrical outlets in Jordan are: Type C; Type F; Type G. Visitors from North America will need a converter and adapter.
Official Air Booking Desk
ATTA’s official air booking desk is Exito Travel. Registered delegates are eligible for Exito’s exclusive discounts on flights to Jordan.
For discount information and a custom quote, call 800-655-4053 or use the booking link to request an airfare quote online.
Accommodations
The ATTA and Jordan Tourism Board have secured some world-class hotel options all within a short distance to the AdventureNEXT venue — at a discounted rate for delegates.
Please note: If you are not staying at one of the official hotels, you will need to arrange your own transfers to and from the airport.
There will also be other events happening in the region during the same dates as our conference. Please book your hotel EARLY to avoid disappointment in hotels being fully sold out of space.
The cut-off dates to book an official hotel vary – see below.
HYATT REGENCY, AQABA, AYLA RESORT
This 5-star luxury hotel situated on the northern shores of Aqaba is the primary venue for AdventureNEXT Near East. Each of the hotel’s guestrooms and suites offer picturesque views of the azure lagoons, Aqaba’s towering mountains and the surrounding marina, your stay at the Hyatt Regency, Aqaba is sure to be an ideal venue from which to explore the rich culture and deep history of the area and network round the clock with delegates attending AdventureNEXT.
USD 250.00 Per single room per night on BB Basis
USD 280.00 Per double room per night on BB basis
All rates include taxes & breakfast
The deadline for booking is March 15th.
To book please send an email to [email protected] and mention the group booking code G-5015 in your email.
AL MANARA, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL, SARAYA AQABA
Less than 10-minutes drive from the host hotel, Al Manara, A Luxury Collection Hotel, guards the mouth of Jordan’s Saraya Lagoon, embracing more than 6,000 years of the region’s enigmatic history. Located on the shores of the Red Sea and set against the rugged backdrop of the expansive granite mountain range. The Luxury Collection’s debut hotel in Jordan, Al Manara is an intimate retreat that combines design and history, reflecting the ancient city of Aqaba
Single Standard Room: 169.00 JOD
Double Superior Room: 179.00 JOD
All rates include breakfast. Rates do not include 10% Service Charge + 7% Sales Tax. Bookings are non-refundable.
Discount Code: G1J
Deadline for booking: March 15
Click here to book these rates at the Al Manara
Select Corporate/Promo/SET# in the Special Rates Section and enter the booking code G1J
KEMPINSKI HOTEL, AQABA RED SEA
Discounted rates available for delegates from March 30th – April 5th, 2019
Single Room: 130.00 JOD
Double Room: 140.00 JOD
All rates include breakfast. Rates do not include 10% Service Charge + 7% Sales Tax. Bookings are non-refundable and are subject to availability.
Deadline for booking: March 10
INTERCONTINENTAL AQABA RESORT
Standard Room: Single 110.00 JOD, Double 120.00 JOD
Pool View Room: Single 120.00 JOD, Double 130.00 JOD
Sea View Room: Single 130.00 JOD, Double 140.00 JOD
Club Room: Single 160.00 JOD, Double 170.00 JOD
Executive Suite: Single and Double 230.00 JOD
All rates include breakfast. Rates do not include 10% Service Charge + 7% Sales Tax. Bookings are non-refundable and are subject to availability.
Deadline for booking: March 15
Click here to book these rates at The Intercontinental Aqaba Resort
AMMAN MARRIOTT HOTEL FOR DELEGATES ARRIVING IN AMMAN PRIOR TO ADVENTURE NEXT
Deluxe Single Room: USD $125
Deluxe Double Room: USD $144
The above rates are for bed & breakfast basis / per room / per night / inclusive of 10% service charge and 16% government tax.
Adventure Travel Trade Association – Pre Arrival
Check in Date:
28/03/2019
Check out Date:
1/04/2019
Last day to book:
14/03/2019
(Please note that after this date no rooms can be booked through this link. Rooms and rates will be subject to availability)
** Rates mentioned above are including of Breakfast at the main Restaurant Villa Mediterrano from 6:30am to 11:00am located on 1st Floor.
Book your group rate for Adventure Travel Trade Association – Pre Arrival