Tourism News
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Egypt sees 4% growth in incoming tourist traffic
A proposal submitted to extend the aviation incentive program scheduled to end this April was discussed, with some amendments being made to it.
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Indian billionaire hosts lavish $3 million wedding at the Pyramids of Giza
Zahi Hawas stated that the couple had nothing but positive things to say about Egypt’s safety, stating that they did not encounter any problems.
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Egypt’s National Railways announces one-day trip for Sham al-Nessim
As Sham al-Nessim approaches, the Egyptian National Railways Authority has announced a special one-day trip to celebrate the occasion on Monday.
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Egypt to launch subsidized loans initiative for hotel rooms expansion
This move aims to encourage investing in the Egyptian tourism sector, the sources added.
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Egypt to build international religious & cultural complex in Sharm el-Sheikh
The complex was designed in a manner to compliment Sharm el-Sheikh’s status as a tourist city.
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Cabinet approves major investments in Ras El Hekma
The Egyptian Cabinet has approved the establishment of a private free zone in Ras El Hekma, known as the Ras El Hekma Urban Development Project.
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Thousands of hotel rooms launched in Egypt in Q1 of 2024
In 2023, the figure of international tourists to Egypt jumped by 27.4 percent hitting 14.9 million, which is the highest in the country's history.
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Here are Egypt’s summer opening hours for shops, cafes and restaurants
The Ministry of Local Development has set the working hours for restaurants, cafes and bazaars to operate daily from seven in the morning until 11pm.
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Smuggled King Ramses II statue head successfully returns to Egypt
The recovered piece represents the head of a statue of King Ramses II, which dates back more than 3,400 years.
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Egypt establishes special free zone for modern boats
This zone aims to engage in manufacturing and maintenance of yachts and maritime units, subject to obtaining all necessary licenses and approvals.
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Saudi: Red Sea awards Egypt firm Amaala Triple Bay hotel additional contract
These include the Four Seasons Hotel, Rosewood Residence and Hotel, Six Senses Residence and Hotel, and a medical wellness resort also in Triple Bay.
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Egypt considers offers for large investments in Sharm El-Sheikh’s Ras Gemila: Spokesperson for Egyptian Cabinet
The Egyptian government revealed on Thursday the truth about the investment offers in the “Ras Gemila” area located in the tourist city of Sharm.
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Egypt’s Marsa Matrouh project: A gateway to economic growth and african integration
The recent MOU for the creation of a Turkish logistic industrial zone in Marsa Matrouh is a significant leap in economic development.
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Tourism Minister mandates green certification for Red Sea hospitality, diving establishments
A similar mandate was successfully implemented in Sharm El-Sheikh in 2022, as the city was prepping for COP27.
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Egypt to construct tourist walkway between Grand Museum and Pyramids
Egypt has approved a plan to construct a tourist walkway connecting the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) and the Pyramids of Giza.
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Egypt calls on foreign residents to quickly legalize their status by June 30
The cabinet issued a decision last year that foreigners applying for the right of residence for tourism or non-tourism purposes must show fee receipt.
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EUROCONTROL Praises Egypt's Efficiency in Managing Air Traffic during Exceptional Circumstances
Eurocontrol explained that the air traffic management in Egyptian airspace immediately handled things smoothly and safely.
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Middle East 'leading world travel industry boom in 2024'
Egypt has reached new heights in its tourism sector, with a record $15 billion in tourism revenues in 2023 and 40% increase already in 2024.
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EgyptAir suspends flights to and from Jordan, Iraq and Lebanon
EgyptAir stated that in the event of any inquiries, customers can communicate by calling the EgyptAir Etisalat Service Center at 1717 from mobile.