Egypt Tourism News

Marriott to take St. Regis brand into new Egyptian capital
Marriott has signed an agreement to open a St. Regis in the new administrative capital of Egypt, just outside of Cairo. From the second quarter of this year, the St. Regis Almasa is expected to occupy an existing luxury hotel at the entrance of the city.

ATM 2020: Saudi visitors drive Egypt hospitality rebound
GCC tourists to Egypt will spend $2.36 billion in 2020, an increase of 11 per cent over 2019, with visitors from Saudi Arabia driving this growth. That is according to new data published ahead of Arabian Travel Market.

W Hotels expected to make Cairo debut in 2024
Marriott International has entered into an agreement with Landmark Sabbour to bring the W brand to Cairo, underscoring the growing demand for luxury in Egypt.

TUI to return to Sharm El Sheikh for summer 2020
Sticking with its commitment of offering more flexibility and choice for its customers, TUI will reintroduce holidays to the Egyptian resort town from popular airports Gatwick London, Birmingham and Manchester.

Emirates readies for Cairo A380 services
Emirates will operate an A380 service to Cairo International Airport tomorrow. The move makes the Dubai-based airline the first scheduled commercial carrier to operate an A380 flight into Egypt.

British Airways cancels Cairo flights for a week
British Airways has cancelled all flights to Egyptian capital Cairo for a week. The flag-carrier said the move was a “precaution,” on security grounds.

Campbell Gray Hotels signs for new property in El Gouna, Egypt
Campbell Gray Hotels has announced its partnership with Mangroovy Residence El Gouna to create a boutique resort in the gated community of El Gouna, Egypt. As with all Campbell Gray Hotels, the resort will be designed with exquisite attention to detail and quality while remaining true to the simplicity and relaxed seaside atmosphere of El Gouna.

Time Nozha Aqua Park Hotel & Resort opens in Egypt
UAE-headquartered Time Hotels Management is set to launch its first beach resort hotel in Egypt, Time Nozha Aqua Park Hotel & Resort, a four-star property located in Ras Sudr, on Egypt’s Red Sea coast.

UNWTO points to role of human capital development in Middle Eastern tourism
The 44th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Middle East, organised by ministry of tourism of Egypt, has focused on innovation and digital transformation.

Marriott Mena House welcomes guests to Great Pyramids of Giza
Marriott Hotels has made its debut steps away from the Great Pyramids of Giza, as the company rebrand Mena House, a historic palace.

Hilton Cairo Heliopolis opens as part of dual-brand property in Egypt
Hilton continues its growth and development in Egypt, 60 years after first entering the country, with the opening of the Hilton Cairo Heliopolis. The hospitality company has also confirmed plans for the debut of its luxury brand Waldorf Astoria in Egypt later this year.
Thomas Cook Airlines takes off for Hurghada, Egypt
Thomas Cook Airlines’ inaugural flight to Hurghada, Egypt, departs from East Midlands Airport today. Thomas Cook Airlines carry 400,000 customers to and from East Midlands Airport to 18 European destinations each year and has two A321 aircraft based permanently at the airport.