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American Express Middle East makes Jordan a must-visit tourist destination this year
28 February 2013
American Express Middle East announced details of its first "Experience Jordan" destination campaign, offering travellers to Jordan the opportunity to access to a wide range of airline, hotel stays, car rental, designer shopping, dining, leisure and wellbeing special offers, simply by using their American Express Cards.

Organised in association with the Jordan Tourism Board, "Experience Jordan" enables travellers to take advantage of exclusive offers and benefits which have been specially selected and developed by American Express Middle East. Launched this week, "Experience Jordan" aims to boost inbound travel to Jordan, helping turn it into a must-visit tourist destination.

Deepak Jain, VP Emerging Markets, American Express Middle East said: "This campaign emphasises the charm and appeal of Jordan as a holiday hotspot. Jordan is a land of stunning natural wonders, ancient architectural marvels, magnificent landscapes and thrilling adventure. The offers available through the "Experience Jordan" campaign will enable our Cardmembers to experience a world class holiday."

Running until June 30, 2013, "Experience Jordan" encourages travellers to choose Jordan as their holiday destination, enabling them to benefit from various offers including an exclusive 10% off Economy and Business Class tickets with Royal Jordanian Airlines, 15% saving on room rates at 5 Star hotels such as Marriot Hotels & Resorts located in Amman, Petra and the Dead Sea and Kempinski Hotels & Resorts in Amman, Aqaba and the Dead Sea. The campaign also includes a unique offer with the Six Senses Spa at Evason Ma'in Hot Springs, where Cardmembers are invited to enjoy 15% off select spa packages.

Travellers can benefit from 20% off car rental from Hertz Jordan or choose from a selection of tour and adventure packages from Wild Jordan and Royal Aero Sports Club of Jordan. If shopping is more their scene, Cardmembers can avail savings of 10 - 15% with Daoud Tycoons and Jordan Jewel.
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