Egypt Tourism News
IHG Hotels & Resorts debuts Vignette Collection brand in Egypt, at a Landmark Heritage location
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Maxim Hotels and Resorts Management to bring the Vignette Collection brand to Egypt with a signing in Port Said. Scheduled to open its doors in December 2027, Vignette Collection Hotel Royal Maxim Port Said will seamlessly blend heritage and contemporary hospitality, offering guests a luxurious yet authentic experience.
TUI launches exciting new tours:
TUI, the leading global leisure and travel company has launched four new captivating tours set to provide customers with extraordinary experiences and more choice than ever before, with 70 tours on offer across the globe. Now available to book for Winter 2024 and Summer 2025, they each promise unforgettable journeys through some of the most iconic destinations in the world. The new tours showcase the best of the United Arab Emirates, the rich history of India and travellers can now explore Egypt’s temples and tombs.
Hilton Announces Debut of Hilton Garden Inn in New Zayed
Hilton has announced the signing of Hilton Garden Inn Cairo New Zayed, in partnership with Mardev Developments. Scheduled to open in 2028, the property will provide guests with modern and affordable accommodation in West Cairo.
Rotana expands Egyptian footprint with opening of Palma Bay Rotana Resort on North Coast
Rotana has announced the opening of Palma Bay Rotana Resort, in New Alamein, Egypt. Joining Grand Rotana Resort & Spa in Sharm El Sheikh, the property will bring Rotana’s total footprint in the country to 702 keys. Perfectly positioned at Marina 5, the premier four-star resort delivers an unmatched hospitality experience, marrying elegance with the exceptional quality synonymous with one of the Middle East’s leading hospitality brands. With its coveted seaside location, Palma Bay Rotana offers premium services and modern accommodation options, for all travellers.
Travel & Tourism in Egypt injected a record E£953BN in the national economy last year
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has today revealed that the sector’s contribution to Egypt’s GDP grew almost 24% last year to reach a record E£953BN - nearly 21% ahead of the previous peak. The data also shows that across sector jobs, international and domestic visitor spending, the sector fully recovered last year to reach record-breaking levels.
Egypt showcases prominent tourism projects during participation at Arabian Travel Market
Egypt will showcase its commitment to enhancing the tourist experience and attracting new visitors from the UAE, GCC, and globally by highlighting the country’s tourism potential, forthcoming projects, and future initiatives at Arabian Travel Market 2024 (ATM) in Dubai as it looks to build on the record 15 million tourists welcomed in 2023.
Egypt on track to achieve its goal of attracting 30 million tourists annually by 2028
Egypt’s Minister for Tourism and Antiquities, Ahmed Issa, will be attending this year’s WTM to unveil updates to the country’s ambitious national tourism strategy.
Mandarin Oriental signs for first property in Egypt
Mandarin Oriental has announced a management agreement to rebrand the historic Shepheard Hotel in Cairo. This will be the first hotel from the group in Egypt.
Khaled El Anany, minister of tourism and antiquities, Egypt
With the centenary of the discovery of the remains of Tutankhamun approaching, and the new Grand Egyptian Museum set to debut, there is plenty to discuss as Breaking Travel News speaks to Egyptian minister of tourism, Khaled El Anany, during World Travel Market in London.
S.S. Sphinx now sailing on the Nile for Uniworld
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has released images newest ship, the S.S. Sphinx, as it begins sailing on the Nile in Egypt. The vessel features a swimming pool, massage room and 42 suites.
Qatar Airways to boost Egypt connections
Qatar Airways will launch a new service to Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt on December 3rd. The carrier will offer twice weekly flights to the popular holiday hotspot.
Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh unveils expansion plans
Along a kilometre of private beach where the southern Sinai desert meets the Red Sea, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh has been a favourite of sunseekers since opening nearly 20 years ago.