A global event that revives tourism and the economy
Dodin: Ayla dedicates its efforts to make Aqaba a promising destination for investment
In an unprecedented sports and tourism scene, the city of Aqaba is preparing for the launch of the unique global event, the 34th edition of the Jordan Open Golf Championship, which will be held between 4-6 September at Ayla Courses, with the participation of more than 100 players from various nationalities that have reached more than 18 countries that have officially announced their participation in the tournament, in addition to wide international media coverage.
Ayla Oasis Development Company announced the completion of all preparations and the adoption of a comprehensive organizational and promotional action plan to bring out the activities of the global event in a way that befits Jordan’s reputation and promotes the prestigious tourism potential of Aqaba.
This tournament is an integrated platform to support tourism and economic mobility in the Aqaba Special Economic Zone, as it highlights the advanced organizational capabilities that the city enjoys, and highlights its ability to host major sporting events according to the highest international standards through a package of innovative parallel activities in its content and experiences, which opens new horizons for visitors, and enriches the tourism scene with quality experiences that combine sports, entertainment, and culture.
The tournament embodies a living example of what Aqaba can offer as a global sports tourism destination, combining professionalism in organization and the splendor of the experience in harmony with Ayla’s efforts to organize this global event with the strategic vision of the Aqaba region through the smart and integrated promotion of its natural components and advanced infrastructure.
Ayala’s Executive Director, Eng. Sahl Dudin, stressed that the organization of the tournament comes as a translation of Ayla’s vision to achieve sustainable development, by creating a broad-based positive impact that touches various sectors and benefits the local community, expressing his eagerness for the launch of the tournament, which represents an ideal opportunity to highlight Aqaba’s organizational capability and its advanced position in hosting global sporting events.
Dudin pointed out that the tournament constitutes a new start towards a more ambitious phase of major events and qualitative activities, which serve the tourism sector and enhance the attractiveness of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone as a promising investment and tourism destination, indicating that Ayla has taken upon itself to contribute effectively to the comprehensive development, in close cooperation with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority and the Tourism Promotion Authority, in addition to supporting partners from the private sector and media institutions, in order to ensure the achievement of a tangible economic impact on the largest possible segment. The tournament, which is attended by hundreds of athletes and is watched by hundreds of thousands around the world, confidently puts Aqaba on the map of major events in the sport of golf, and consolidates its position as a global platform for quality sports and high-value-added activities.
Dudin pointed out that as an embodiment of an ambitious strategic vision, Ayla continues to consolidate its position as a leading center by creating an integrated sports entertainment tourism destination, which is being offered for the first time in the region, this unique model combines advanced sports infrastructure, on top of which is the golf course designed according to the highest international standards, with the elements of tourist and entertainment attractions, to provide an exceptional experience that mixes sports competition and recreation, and opens new horizons for quality tourism in Aqaba, and through this integration, Ayla establishes an unprecedented stage of events It carries added value at the local and international levels, and consolidates Aqaba’s position as a promising sports and tourism destination in the Middle East.
He thanked the strategic partners of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority, the Public Security Directorate, the Arab Golf Federation, the Olympic Committee, the Game Federation, the Tourism Promotion Authority, the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Bank Al Etihad, Touro, Advanced Business Solutions (ABS) and Nestlé for their quality support For sports, tourism and sports events.
The tournament also stands out as part of an integrated system adopted by Ayla to achieve sustainable development, as the organization of the tournament intersects with environmental and tourism projects, including the “Ayla Feather Bird Trail”, which constitutes a unique model of harmony between sports and nature.
The course, which spans carefully designed water bodies and green areas, is home to migratory and endemic birds, and reflects Ayla’s commitment to biodiversity conservation, in perfect harmony with golf facilities that take into account international environmental standards, and the integration of sport and the environment enhances Aqaba’s attractiveness as a sustainable tourist destination.
The Jordan Open Golf Championship, with such a high level of global attendance and attention, is a milestone on the international sporting events calendar, and consolidates Aqaba’s position as a leading destination in the world of golf, at a time when participants will have the exceptional opportunity to discover the landmarks of the Aqaba region, in addition to visiting the Golden Triangle of Aqaba, which includes Aqaba, Wadi Rum and Petra, in an integrated tourism experience that combines sports, nature and culture.
Ayla builds on the rapid growth in tourism indicators in Aqaba, as the tournament contributes to raising hotel occupancy rates and stimulating economic movement, based on previous successes achieved in organizing golf tournaments and other sporting events, while Ayla raised the slogan of accuracy and professionalism in organizing, taking into account the smallest details under the supervision of a group of experts and specialists, and providing a schedule of competitions and logistical facilities with international standards.
Ayla has completed a full range of world-class golf facilities, led by a masterpiece of sporting architecture: an 18-hole 72-stroke golf course designed by international golf legend Greg Norman.
The course is characterized by its natural harmony with the coastal terrain of Aqaba, where the golden sands intersect with water bodies and artificial lakes in a visual scene that captivates the eye and gives players a unique experience that combines challenge and beauty, Ayala provides a golf club specialized in this sport, which includes 50 luxurious suites with direct views of the course, in addition to a tourist restaurant that holds the Green Key Certificate, sustainable environmental and ISO certificates, and Ayala hosts the Golf Academy, which provides an ideal environment for training and education, and includes a course It is dedicated to training consisting of 9 holes, equipped with the latest technologies and supplies that meet the needs of players of different levels.
With this unique integration of sports, hospitality, and nature, Ayla continues to establish itself as a global destination for the sport of golf, opening new horizons for quality tourism in Jordan, making Aqaba a permanent attraction for sports and excellence enthusiasts.