Monday, July 21, 2025

Now, families, couples and solo travelers are finding more reasons to flock to Aqaba, Jordan’s gem on the coast, as the sun bathes the Red Sea with a golden light. This summer, Kerten Hospitality’s Cloud7 Residence Ayla unveiled a handcrafted selection of curated vacation packages that promise to captivate, invigorate and inspire guests from all corners of the world. With peaceful desert yoga at Wadi Rum, private BBQs and exhilarating underwater dives on offer, these are not just holidays, they are memories that will last long past sundown.
For Jordanians and voyagers from around the globe, tourism means more than movement; it’s a cultural connection, an economic engine, and the opportunity to find themselves mixing ancient landscapes and modern luxury. Only 9KM from King Hussein International Airport, Cloud7 Residence Ayla stands proudly in Ayla Oasis, an ambitious and inspirational waterfront community, that has been model of Aqaba’s tourism renaissance.
Ayla Oasis: Jordan’s Shining Star of Tourism
The Ayla Oasis is more than a location, it’s a destination in itself. The man-made lagoons, high-end shopping, golf courses and pedestrian-friendly thoroughfares of the oasis are an extraordinary departure in Jordan’s push to develop tourism. Backed by the Jordan Investment Commission and the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, Ayla Oasis is intended to enhance Jordan’s attractiveness as a high-end, experience-led tourism destination.
The Cloud7 Residence Ayla is a key part of this vision, providing guests with a combination of bespoke luxury living and lifestyle choices. Their new summer deals are a response not only to traveler demand but also to Jordan’s larger approach to the pursuit of sustainable, diverse tourism segments—including wellness tourists, families, thrill-seekers and digital nomads.
Packets for Every Kind of Traveler
Whether you are a couple hungry for some privacy or a lively group in need of action-filled days, Cloud7 Residence Ayla has planned packages to redefine vacation itself.
Romantic Escape
For couples, the “Romantic Escape” package creates an ambiance of luxury and bonding. VIP niceties, in-room breakfasts and sunset dinners at the Greek-inflected Ankira restaurant create a mood for honeymooners and anniversaries. Spa discounts are the icing on a staycation that focuses on relaxation and romance.
Move, Play, Thrive
For active travelers, it’s possible to immerse yourself in “Move, Play, Thrive,” which features luxury living in a sports-inclusive space. This package comes with breakfast and free access to to fitness spaces, tennis and basketball courts and water sports, in keeping with a trend in wellness tourism that both Jordan and Yusi have seized on.
Splash & Smile Family Package
The package, which is called “Splash & Smile,” seems to tap in to the soul of family travel. Featuring free access to Saraya Water Park and free shuttle service, this offer promotes a joyous bond between generations and youthful childhood laughter. Breakfast and discounts on recreational rentals are added conveniences to an already affordable stay.
Grill, Gather, Unwind
For friends or families who need to reconnect, “Grill, Gather, Unwind” offers a barbecue dinner prepared by a private chef. The experience blends the creativity of cuisine with the fun of socializing, featuring Jordanian hospitality as its most beautiful.
The Crew Quest Active Group Bundle
Designed for cooperate retreats, youth camps and active vacationers, this package includes entrance to Rise Adventure Park and use of Padel, tennis and basketball courts. It fosters team spirit with the help of physical challenge and laughter.
Exclusivity In The Heart Of Natural And Cultural Wonders
However, the true magic of Cloud7 is its A La Carte experiences—unique immersive tours that bring travelers to the heart and soul of Jordan.
CreditDesert Serenity: Yoga and Stargazing In Wadi Rum
With the sunset behind the sandstone cliffs of Wadi Rum, Cloud7 guests can attend Sunset Yoga, then enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars. And for fans of the night sky, the “Stargazing in the Desert” package offers guided stargazing experiences with high-powered telescopes that reach beyond human vision, bridging the gap between celestial ancestors and ancient Arabian sky lore.
Underwater Discoveries and Family Adventures
Sea lovers can venture beneath the surface of the Red Sea on guided SCUBA sessions, accompanied by pre-dive meals and onboard hospitality. Families can select the “Together We Roam” adventure, a fun blend that includes admission to Rise Adventure Park and age-appropriate outdoor challenges, like zip-lining and ropes courses.
More than leisure trips, such offers transform guests, who leave with new stories, new relationships and a greater understanding of the natural and cultural splendors of Jordan.
Regime and economy Impact on local tourism and economy in Jordan
The move is in line with Jordan’s National Tourism Strategy, developed under the Jordan Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. The tourism industry provided some 13% of Jordan’s GDP in 2023, according to government figures, making it one of the key drivers of the national economy.
With the travel sector slumping worldwide throughout the COVID-19 crisis, such creative, focused campaigns are crucial to reigniting domestic travel. Through providing an immersive, tiered, themed experience, Cloud7 not only draws more visitors but also encourages longer stays and more spending in the local area—important building blocks in the sustainable development of tourism.
On top of that, the partnership with neighboring attractions such as Saraya Water Park, Rise Adventure Park, and Akabawi Art & Craft Space bolsters the entire tourism ecosystem. Local guides, cooks, craftsmen, and adventure trainers all have more work, contributing to inclusive growth and employment in the area.
Strategic Accessibility and Regional Appeal
Ease of access is one of the strong points of Cloud7 Residence Ayla. Positioned adjacent to King Hussein International Airport, regional visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have easy access to Aqaba. Added appeal comes from the Jordanian government’s push to streamline visa process and develop local transport.
Aqaba’s cooler-than-the-northern-curtain of Cairo or Dammam, Red Sea waters are siphoning in travelers from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt. Cloud7’s offers, designed around versatile inclusions and tailor-made experiences, respond directly to this demand, situating Jordan as a serious alternative to Europe, inundated with traditional summer tourists.
Humanizing Travel: The Emotional Pull
The Romantic Escape isn’t just a vacation, it’s just the beginning for this young couple from Riyadh. For a solo mother traveler from Amman, Sunset Yoga in Wadi Rum is a time of reflection and rejuvenation. A cadre of university friends in Cairo assembles for grilled seafood and desert escapades, laughing past midnight. These are not just tourists. They are stories in action, memories forming.
All of these thoughtfully selected experiences at Cloud7 are designed with a feel for human touch. And it is this, above all else, that moves travel from transaction to transformation.
Coming: A model for regional hospitality
Cloud7 Residence Ayla is no ordinary luxury property — it’s a player in Jordan’s tourism story. Through its carefully designed packages, relationships with local businesses and emphasis on cultural immersion, it provides a blueprint for tourism development that is both profitable and personal.
With the government aiming to widen its tourism product base and entice upscale travelers these types of inventive strategies will become key. The aim is not just to recover tourism figures but to create a more “authentic,” quality-driven sector — where visitors leave not only with souvenirs, but with shared stories, smiles and a desire to return.

