Tourism News
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Egypt targets over 15 million tourist arrivals in 2024
The number of tourist arrivals to Egypt during the first half of 2024 reached a record high of 7.069 million.
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Egypt, Singapore explore collaboration opportunities in tourism sector
The meeting also addressed the possibility of increasing investment opportunities in the tourism sector, especially in the field of hospitality.
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Total volume of tourist arrivals to Egypt surpasses 8M in 2024
Spending levels escalated between January and mid-August, growing at rates ranging from 12 to 14 percent, as reported by Al Arabiya Business.
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Vida Marassi Marina Resort
Located along the scenic Marassi coastline, the resort offers convenient access to the vibrant shopping, dining, and nightlife scene.
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EgyptAir goes digital with real-time baggage tracking
EgyptAir, Egypt’s national carrier, has announced the launch of a new automated baggage tracking service for its passengers.
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EgyptAir announces 15% price reduction
EgyptAir has offered a 15 percent discount to participants in the exhibition on all its airlines coming from various international destinations.
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USAID announces millions of dollars pumped into Egypt’s cultural tourism sector
This is alongside the restoration and development of many archaeological sites in Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan and more across the country.
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Egypt, US inaugurate renovations in Historic Cairo
The renovations include the Bimaristan al-Muayyad Sheikh, a hospital complex built in 1420 A.D.
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Cabinet reissues free transit visa at all Egyptian airports
The transit visa lasts for 96 hours and will be available until April 2025.
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Egypt seeks to build 250,000 hotel rooms
Accordingly, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib urged investors in the development and management of hotel rooms.
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Egypt to Bid for 2036, 2040 Olympics
The country previously attempted to host the 2008 Summer Olympics but failed to make the International Olympic Committee’s shortlist.
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Ticket prices for the Grand Egyptian Museum
The ministry announced the prices for Egyptians and foreigners, in addition to the museum’s working hours throughout the week.
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Egypt is Surging Travel Industry with Visa Free Entry to 52 Countries
This initiative is making international travel more accessible for Egyptian citizens, boosting outbound tourism.
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Hydraulic lift technology may have helped build Pyramid of Djoser
The Pyramid of Djoser, also known as the Step Pyramid, is believed to have been built around 2680 BCE as a funerary complex.
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Egypt to introduce ‘Instagram Filters’ at museums
Fikry said that eight artifacts were carefully selected to reflect the different historical eras of Egyptian civilization, in the central hall.
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Egypt's growing attraction for hotel groups
Egypt's hospitality sector is experiencing significant growth with Hilton and Radisson expanding their presence.
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AJet Turkish Airlines launches flights from Istanbul to Cairo
The inaugural flight from Sabiha Gokcen Airport in Istanbul to Cairo took off on Friday, with five flights due to depart each week.
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EgyptAir issues urgent notice for travelers to and from Beirut
The company wrote on its Facebook page: “Important notice, please review your reservation to and from Beirut.”
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Two New Flight Routes between Italy, Egypt to be Launched in October
All flights will be operated by modern Airbus A320 aircraft; adding that the two routes will be launched in October.
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Egypt has huge capabilities in medical tourism field
Advisor to Health Minister Mohamed Gad said that Egypt has huge capabilities in the field of medical tourism.