Jordan Uses Its Only Natural Resources to Promote Tourism

I have been writing stories around this innovative event. Personally, I love these mud and salt products and have been using them for over a year now. I am thrilled that Odalisque is sponsoring our good friends in Jordan....Sandy Dhuyvetter

Odalisque, Jordan’s Supplier of Therapeutic Muds and Salts is

Instrumental in World Record Breaking Event at the Dead Sea Jordan

Amman, Jordan - Odalisque Therapeutic Muds and Salts, a subsidiary of  Numeira Mixed Salts and Mud Company   located in Jordan is celebrating a victory with their latest partnership with Monaco Business Development and  Ziyad Mazzawi Corporation as the Guinness World Records acknowledges the longest Slip and Slide at the Dead Sea Jordan. 

The worlds’ longest slip and slide began its tour of Jordan with a launch at the Dead Sea, Jordan, October 17^th. The event took place at the lowest spot on earth which is 420 meters below sea level.
The slide will tour Jordan offering rides to those who want to be part of the historic tour.

Odalisque represents products that use the only natural resources Jordan produces in the Dead Sea which are the salt and mud. In the salt and mud, life changing minerals are found representing magnesium, bromide, iodine, sulfur, potassium, and calcium.

Odalisque General Manager, Ismail Daqour was thrilled about the outcome of the latest Guinness World Record and said, ‘We could not be happier for our country of Jordan, this wonderful country of ours deserves to be hailed as a family fun destination. This kind of event proves that Jordan is a world class tourism destination and appropriate for every age group. We are also thrilled that Odalisque could be highlighted throughout the event as a natural and therapeutic product that can make life better.”

Odalisque is no stranger to supporting Jordanian events; others include the "Largest Floating Human Image" of a peace sign and the Dead Sea Mud Festival held in 2014.

For ticket  and tour information go to the Slip and Slide Jordan site:     www.Slidejordan.com

About Odalisque
Odalisque is the retail line of products from the Numeira Mixed Salts and Mud Company.  Numeira Mixed Salts and Mud Company was established in 1997 under the Arab Potash Company (APC) with exclusive rights to extract and utilize Dead Sea minerals and materials. The Dead Sea Jordan is known as one of the world's first health resorts due to its high concentration of salt and containing 21 minerals, 12 of which cannot be found in any other body of water on Earth!

About the Dead Sea Jordan

The Dead Sea Jordan is a beautiful setting for outstanding Resorts and award-winning Spas. It is the home of the only World Class Conference and Convention Center managed by Hilton, at the lowest spot on earth. The conference center is supported by surrounding International Brands which include Marriott Hotel Jordan Valley Resort and Spa, Dead Sea Spa Hotel, Movenpick Resort and Spa Dead Sea, and the Winter Valley Warwick Resort and Spa. 

About Slide Jordan
Monaco Business Development and Ziyad Mazzawi Corporation have created an event known as Slide Jordan, the World's Longest Slip and Slide. The slide is manufactured in Jordan by Jordanians and supported by Jordanian sports brand, TOL Clothing.  The campaign is designed to highlight Jordan as a ‘cool and fun destination’ encouraging tourism to the Kingdom.

Jordan Slides into the Record Book One More Time

Jordan Slides into the Record Book One More Time

Guinness World Records acknowledges the longest Slip and Slide at the Dead Sea Jordan

Amman, Jordan - Monaco Business Development and Ziyad Mazzawi Corporation announced today the successful record breaking event called Slide Jordan at the unveiling of the 611 meter (over 1/3 of a mile) Slip and Slide at the Dead Sea Jordan.   Guinness World Records representatives at the event also acknowledged the longest Slip and Slide at the Dead Sea Jordan with another record breaking award given to the region.

The first record breaking award was given to another Monaco Business Development  and  Ziyad Mazzawi Corporation event at the Dead Sea just a year ago with the largest floating human image in the world on October 30^th 2014. The event was also witnessed by a Guinness World Record Representative and chosen  in the 2016 Guinness World Record book.

Mona Naffa, President of Monaco Business Development and director of the project said, “We are thrilled with the outcome of this amazing project, it truly highlights Jordan as a family fun destination. We want the world to know that life in Jordan is filled with joy and innovation. We also want to welcome visitors to come and experience first-hand the kindness of Jordan”.  Ms  Naffa went on to say ‘We could not have accomplished this feat without the support of sponsors like Orange Jordan. Orange Jordan is the backbone of communications in Jordan and we know that our visitors to Jordan will be happy with our communication standards largely due to Orange Jordan and their world class offerings’.

Slide Jordan opens at the Dead Sea Oct 17 and more information can be found at www.slidejordan.com

Other significant supporters include Al Markaziyah the sole distributor of Toyota Motors, Queen Alia International Airport, Numeira Mixed Salts and Mud Company, The Jordan Express Tourist Transportation Company (JETT).”

Slide Jordan also welcomes sponsorship from Fitness First Health and Wellness Clubs and the Coca Cola Bottling Company. Doculand and Buffalo Wings & Rings, where the belief that ‘Happiness is contagious’, also shared the love of slip and sliding by supporting the event.

And very important to the event is Treasury for Conference Equipment and Watania, one of Jordan’s first insurance companies in the Kingdom. Media support was given by Roya TV, Jordan TV, and Spin Radio”.

About Slide Jordan
Monaco Business Development and Ziyad Mazzawi Corporation have created an event known as Slide Jordan, the World's Longest Slip and Slide. The slide is manufactured in Jordan by Jordanians and supported by Jordanian sports brand, TOL Clothing.  The campaign is designed to highlight Jordan as a ‘cool and fun destination’ encouraging tourism to the Kingdom.

Odalisque Therapeutic Muds and Salts Sponsors Third Significant Event at Dead Sea Jordan

World’s Longest Slip and Slide Made by Jordanians at Dead Sea will be Unveiled to the Public in mid-October 

October 8th 2015 Amman, Jordan - Monaco Business announced this week that Odalisque Therapeutic Muds and Salts, a subsidiary of the Numeira Company located in Jordan will be a major sponsor of the Slide Jordan Campaign.  

The worlds’ longest slip and slide will begin its tour of Jordan with a launch at the Dead Sea, Jordan October 17^th. The event will take place at the lowest spot on earth, Dead Sea Jordan, 420 meters below sea level.  The slide built on the grounds of the Dead Sea Spa Hotel which was the first hotel built on the shores of the Dead Sea in 1989 was chosen as the practice and testing grounds for the slide keeping the message of supporting local talent and manufacturing.

Mona Naffa, president of Monaco Business Development and organizer of the event said, ‘It is a natural pairing of Jordan’s finest enterprises and entrepreneurs, as we incorporate products with natural and healthy minerals produced by Odalisque. It really doesn’t get better. We have the ingenuity of Jordan’s finest talents attempting to break a world record and of course, we are incorporating a message about the destination that offers complete relaxation in a world class resorts. This will be a truly memorable experience in a most welcoming country.”

Odalisque General Manager, Ismail Daqour is optimistic about the partnership with the creative forces saying, “We are delighted to continue supporting endeavors that help tell the real story of Jordan and highlight human ingenuity as well as the natural resources in our region. Monaco Business Development has done an excellent job in bringing together other fine events that we have supported like the 1st annual Dead Sea Mud Festival held in 2014. We continued our support celebrating Jordan's source of natural resources:  the Muds, Salts and healing Sea, in the message of Peace via the Guinness World Record "Largest Floating Human Image". We are looking forward to this next event and hope to continue attracting visibility for our fine products.”

For information on tickets to the Slip and Slide at the Dead Sea on October 17, 2017
Go to: www.Slidejordan.com

To view 40 second video on Dead Sea Go to: https://traveltalkmedia.smugmug.com/Other/DEADSEA2015/i-Jw38Lds

About Odalisque:
Odalisque is the retail line of products from the Numeira Mixed Salts and Mud Company.  Numeira Mixed Salts and Mud Company was established in 1997 under the Arab Potash Company (APC) with exclusive rights to extract and utilize Dead Sea minerals and materials. The Dead Sea Jordan is known as one of the world's first health resorts due to its high concentration of salt and containing 21 minerals, 12 of which cannot be found in any other body of water on Earth!

About the Dead Sea Jordan:

The Dead Sea Jordan is a beautiful setting for outstanding Resorts and award-winning Spas. It is the home of the only World Class Conference and Convention Center managed by Hilton, at the lowest spot on earth. The conference center is supported by surrounding International Brands which include Marriott Hotel Jordan Valley Resort and Spa, Dead Sea Jordan, Movenpick Resort and Spa Dead Sea, and the Winter Valley Warwick Resort and Spa. 

  

MEDIA CONTACT:
Sandy Dhuyvetter
US Press: sandy@traveltalkmedia.com
or Mona Naffa Email: mona@monacojo.com
or naffamona@yahoo.com
Phone: +962796600962
FB: Destination Jordan 

Filmed in Jordan: “The Martian” and Six Other Films Debut at the Toronto

Seven feature-length narrative movies shot in Jordan, including Ridley Scott’s “The Martian,” starring Matt Damon, will take part in the 40th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival. Kicking off today, the festival runs from September 10th to the 20th. The Toronto International Film Festival will showcase 256 features from 71 countries. Selected from more than 5,600 submissions from around the world, these seven films showcase what Jordan has to offer to cinematographers and travellers alike. 

This is the first time that this number of films shot in Jordan have found their way to an international festival in the same year. Amongst them is Director Ridley Scott’s latest science fiction movie, “The Martian,” starring Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain and Kristin Wiig. Scott spent eight days filming in the stunning lunar landscape of Wadi Rum in Jordan and the movie has already been released with success in theaters. Three films being featured are Arab dramas, all partially or entirely shot in Jordan. These include the biographical film “The Idol” by award-winning Palestinian Director Hany Abu Assad, the Palestinian drama “3000 Nights” by Mai Masri and the first feature by Gazan brothers Tarzan and Arab Nasser, “Dégradé”.

Finally, the three featured action movies “Kilo Two Bravo (Kajaki)” by British Director Paul Katis, the Canadian “Hyena Road” by Paul Gross and the Austrian “Thank you for Bombing” by Barbara Eder are set in Afghanistan and were filmed in various parts of the Kingdom of Jordan.

“Foreign productions are attracted to Jordan not only for the variety of its locations but also for its well-developed infrastructure, the absence of ‘red tape’ and the availability of skilled cast and crew,” said George David, General Manager of the Royal Film Commission (RFC). He noted that “tourism is hugely and positively affected by a movie shot in Jordan, as millions of viewers are encouraged to visit a country they see on screen; hence the importance of close cooperation between the RFC and the Jordan Tourism Board (JTB).”

“Film Tourism is an important market for Jordan; following in the footsteps of films like ‘Lawrence of Arabia’, ‘Indiana Jones’ and now ‘The Martian’ help make the scenes come alive,” said Malia Asfour, Director of the Jordan Tourism Board North America (JTBNA). “It is an important segment for us and we are excited to work with the travel trade on new itineraries and ideas for their travellers.” Toronto International Film Festival is certainly an excellent opportunity to promote Jordan as a cinematic and tourist destination for all it offers. 

Please help us with getting our dear friend, John Rutherford a little boost.

Let's get this party started!

Fundraising Websites - Crowdrise

There are few people who genuinely touch lives and hearts of all they know. How fortunate we feel to have one of those special people in our midst. Anyone who has had contact with John Rutherford knows a man of compassion and honesty. His family and his music are at the heart of John’s life. He has played music in this county for over 40 years and has selflessly shared the talents of his music and his time to make lives better for all in this region.

John and Joan, his wife of more than 50 years, raised 3 beautiful and talented daughters who passed down to their families a love of music. The entire family supports the arts and are active in public shows, theatre and school events, a true testament to a family living in harmony. The family harmony can also be heard on occasions when the Rutherford family performs in the “Reggie Show” and other local events.

It is because of our gratitude and respect for John and Joan we celebrate our appreciation by bringing our community together with music, food, dancing and great conversations with friends. As we celebrate John, we also support him in his recovery. John recently experienced a stroke which slowed his ability to perform.  He is determined and working hard to regain full ability.

Sunday, September 13, is officially John Rutherford Appreciation Day and will be celebrated at all Masses at St Marys and finally at the VFW from 4 – 8 p.m. where a silent auction, 3 local bands and great food and drink will be offered to all friends and admirers. We are hoping that the county commissioners will name September 13, 2015, John Rutherford Appreciation Day. A crowdrise site and facebook page are up and running.

Jordan Takes on the World - David and Goliath Style Longest Slip and Slide to be unveiled this fall to celebrate life in Jordan.

September 01, 2015, -- Amman Jordan. Event organizer, Monaco Business Development announced today that the tiny Kingdom of Jordan is ready to 'take on' the challenge of creating the longest Slip and Slide in the world. The slide is made in Jordan by Jordanians.  Monaco Business Development and the manufacture/creator Ziyad Mazzawi Corporation are preparing to offer a mighty ride highlighting to the world that Jordan is the best destination in the region to visit, work and play.  

The largest Slip and Slide will be unveiled at the lowest spot on earth, at the Dead Sea, Jordan. This one of a kind experience will be offered to hotel and invited guests to experience the craze and adrenaline rush at the lowest spot on earth at the Dead Sea Jordan.

The slide is being created in an effort to highlight Jordan as a family destination and a unique experience for tourist and local families. Mona Naffa, president of Monaco said, ‘this small yet mighty Kingdom of Jordan is a country rich in history and culture, religious sites and artifacts, and home to important UNISECO sites. We could not be more thrilled to offer this event to a most deserving region.’

Following the event at the Dead Sea, the event organizers have plans to continue the party by relocating the monstrous Slip and Slide throughout Jordan. Stops will include Amman, Jordan’s capital, a cosmopolitan city with a mix of the old historical sites. Using the Citadel in the middle of the city as a backdrop, the slide will offer a speedy trip down its forefront including a one of a kind blend of old and new scenery. Other stops include Wadi Rum and Petra. The slide will end its tour at Jordan’s only seaside port, the Red Sea, Aqaba. This growing resort living destination has the only 18-hole Greg Norman golf course in the Levant Region.

Ms Naffa added, ‘ultimately our mission is to drive economic growth for our youth and our citizens through tourism and destination development.  This time we will accomplish our goal with the "ride in a lifetime".

About Jordan:

Modern Jordan was founded by King Abdullah I after World War I.  It was then ruled by his grandson the late King Hussein for 46 years until his death in 1999.  King Abdullah II assumed the throne in 1999 and the country has grown to a peaceful and stable nation. Jordan is a cool destination on its own and open for business.  Jordan is also the destination of the new Wonder of the World-Petra.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Sandy Dhuyvetter
US Press: sandy@traveltalkmedia.com
or Mona Naffa
Email: mona@monacojo.com and naffamona@yahoo.com
Phone: +962796600962
FB: Destination Jordan 

Lexus Tennis Tournament - Jordan is Living Large with Events and Celebrity Sightings

Visit Jordan and enjoy tourism as it should be enjoyed in a natural setting with world class events including as much pampering as you wish...Sandy Dhuyvetter

Legendary Multiple Grand Slam Tennis Champion Mary Pierce to Attends 2015 Lexus Tennis Festival

The Tennis Academy Amman, Jordan’s leading tennis training institute, in collaboration with Lexus Jordan, announced today that tennis legend and multiple Grand Slam champion Mary Pierce will be attending the 2015 Lexus Tennis Festival to be held September 4 to 11, under the patronage of HRH Prince Faisal al Hussein in the Kingdom of Jordan.

In her first visit to the Hashemite Kingdom, Ms. Pierce will be the Guest of Honor during the 8-day Lexus Tennis Festival, which will feature local tournaments. Open to all age groups, the exhibition matches will highlight two top 70 international players including a Family Tennis Day with Ms. Pierce as the special star guest.

“I am delighted to come to Jordan and especially to celebrate the first Tennis Festival,” Ms. Pierce said. “It is an honor for me to attend this event and I am very excited to discover this wonderful country.”

Pierce, a French champion, turned pro at the age of 14. She won four Grand Slam titles, including the 1995 Singles Australian Open, the 2000 Singles French Open, the 2000 doubles French Open, and the 2005 mixed doubles Wimbledon title.

“We are thrilled to have Mary Pierce at our academy.” said Tennis Academy President Khalid Naffa who is the driving force behind the festival. “This is the first time we have hosted a tennis champion of her caliber in Jordan. Our kids are super excited and we are looking forward to building a long-term relationship with Ms. Pierce for the benefit of the game in Jordan.”

The 2015 Lexus Tennis Festival will be held under the patronage of HRH Prince Faisal Al Hussein, President of the Jordan Olympic Committee, member of the International Olympic Committee and the Kingdom’s leading advocate of sports and its crucial role in the development of our youth.

About The Tennis Academy Amman, Jordan

The academy’s mission is to create a dynamic and professional environment for young and aspiring Jordanian tennis players to thrive and eventually compete on the global tennis stage.

Essential to this mission is hosting international events like the 2015 Lexus Tennis Festival, so that our kids can be exposed to the highest levels of the game and most importantly, to instill in them a belief that they too can one day become champions.

For more information about the Lexus Tennis Festival, please call: 079-696-9530 or email: TTAAMMAN@GMAIL.COM or check out our Facebook page: THETENNISACADEMYAMMAN

For more information about Mary Pierce’s visit and for interview requests, please call: 079-552-8589 or email: TTAAMMAN@GMAIL.COM