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Category - Egypt Travel News
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Egypt Travel & Tourism News for visitors. Egypt, a country linking northeast Africa with the Middle East, dates to the time of the pharaohs. Millennia-old monuments sit along the fertile Nile River Valley, including Giza’s colossal Pyramids and Great Sphinx as well as Luxor’s hieroglyph-lined Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings tombs. The capital, Cairo, is home to Ottoman landmarks like Muhammad Ali Mosque and the Egyptian Museum, a trove of antiquities.
More Tourists or Better Tourism? Ministers Clash on Growth at WTTC Malta
Croatia wants stronger tourism earnings without bigger summer crowds. Egypt sees room for many more...
EgyptAir Launches Zanzibar Flights as African Airlines Race to Expand Across Africa
EgyptAir’s new Cairo-Zanzibar flights are part of a bigger aviation shift across Africa. From...
WTTC Keeps Busy During Summer: Egypt Joins as New Member, UAE Partnership Expands
While Spain slows down for the summer holidays, WTTC is keeping busy. Egypt has joined its...
Vietnam Set to Welcome Record One Million Russian Tourists This Year
Vietnam is on course to welcome more than one million Russian tourists this year, setting a new all...
Egypt’s Damietta Attack Is a Security Warning — Not a Verdict on Tourism
A reported drone strike at Egypt's Damietta Port highlights how regional conflict can damage a...
Why Do So Many Travelers Choose a Nile Cruise Instead of a Land Tour?
Planning a trip to Egypt usually begins with a long list of famous places to see. The Pyramids of...
Are Saudi Arabia’s and Egypt’s Red Sea Resorts Safe? What Travelers Need to Know as the Houthi War Escalates
New attacks by Iran-backed Houthis against Saudi Arabia are raising questions for millions of...
Middle East Conflict Live Updates
Follow continuously updated coverage of the Middle East conflict through the lens of travel...
Protected: Is Ancient Egypt Becoming the World’s Most Fascinating Luxury Escape?
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Iran-Israel-US Conflict Disrupts Gulf Aviation While Tourism Shows Resilience
Renewed hostilities involving Iran, Israel and the United States are disrupting Middle East...
How Egypt Navigated Global Turbulence to Become a Tourism Powerhouse
Egypt's tourism momentum extends far beyond another Hurghada resort. By maintaining political...
The Iran War Is Emptying Hotels, Shopping Malls, Airports Across Dubai, Doha, Tel Aviv — While Egypt and Jordan Suffer the Fallout
The Iran war is reshaping Middle East tourism, aviation, real estate, and luxury retail. From...
Dr. Taleb Rifai: The Statesman Who Humanized Global Tourism Celebrated at the WTTC Leadership Cruise
Dr. Taleb Rifai transformed global tourism into a movement centered on humanity, peace, and...
Global Tourism Leaders Sail Through Suez Canal to Signal a New Era of Travel Recovery
Global tourism leaders gathered aboard the Crystal Serenity during a historic WTTC Leadership...
On the Nile, the US Quietly Re-Entered the Global Tourism Arena Through WTTC
The WTTC Leadership Cruise in Egypt became far more than a tourism summit. By hosting U.S. Special...
WTTC Is Changing the Rules of Global Leadership Meetings — From the Nile to the Suez
The World Travel & Tourism Council has brought more than 300 global leaders to Egypt aboard a...
Egypt Tourism Gains Global Spotlight with WTTC Leadership Event
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met World Travel & Tourism Council leaders in Cairo as Egypt...
German Tourist Dies After Snakebite at Hurghada Resort Show
A German tourist from Bavaria has died after a cobra bite during a hotel entertainment show in...
WTTC Convenes Travel & Tourism Leaders in First Global Event in Egypt to Accelerate Sector’s Recovery
WTTC invited private-sector leaders and senior government ministers to unite aboard Crystal...
Africa Cannot Sell Itself in Pieces Anymore
Uganda and Egypt’s joint tourism push highlights a long-standing challenge: Africa still markets...
Egypt Shields Tourism from Energy-Saving Measures Amid Global Pressures
Egypt has introduced temporary energy-saving measures in response to global developments, while...
Egypt’s Medical Tourism Push Gains Momentum, but Still Trails Global Leaders
Egypt’s medical tourism sector is growing rapidly, with revenues rising 76.7 percent in 2025 to $8...
From Washington to Riyadh: Why the War on Journalism Is Becoming a Risk for Global Tourism
Rising attacks on journalists—from treason accusations to surveillance and imprisonment—are...
Africa Hotel Development Pipeline Reaches Record 123,846 Rooms as Egypt Leads Growth
Africa’s hotel development pipeline has reached a record 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels, growing...
U.S. Government Urges Citizens to Leave 13 Countries Immediately, While Airports Are Closed
The United States has issued an urgent advisory directing American citizens to leave 13 Middle...
10 Most Instagrammable Spots in Middle East
The Middle East is full of culture and colors, as every corner has a perfect photo moment. It has...
Why a Cairo City Tour Is the Best Way to See Egypt for the First Time
Visiting Egypt for the first time is exciting. No question about that. But let’s be honest, it can...
From Iran to the United States, Human Rights Turmoil Hits Tourism
As human rights crises deepen worldwide — from the West Bank and Iran to Venezuela, Egypt, and the...
OACM Launches World’s First Environmental Diplomacy Education & Employment Centre
The Ocean Alliance Conservation Member has launched the world’s first Environmental Diplomacy...
A Proud Egypt Reveals Its Heritage, Innovation, and Sustainability Tourism Vision at WTM
Today, Egypt unveiled a bold new tourism vision at the World Travel Market (WTM) in London.
Egypt Prime Minister Cut a Deal with Minor Hotels
Minor Hotels has signed an agreement with SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises to form a new joint venture...
China’s Increases Influence in Egypt with Culture, Tourism, and Digitalization
According to a China Daily report circulated by this state-funded media outlet, the People's...
Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise: A Bucket List Adventure
The Role of Tourism in the Genocide in Gaza is not Anti-Semitic
The Genocide in Gaza is progressing in overdrive. Out of a million people in Gaza City, only about...
Discovering Egypt: Best Tour Routes for History and Culture Lovers
Egypt stands as one of the world’s most remarkable destinations for history and culture...
EgyptAir Cancels Beirut, Amman, Baghdad, and Erbil Flights
In an official statement, Egypt's national airline announced the cancellation of flights to Beirut...
Greece on Alert After Powerful Earthquake
A strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake took place in Kasos Island in Greece today that was felt in...
A Sinbad Submarine Sank Killing 6 Russian Tourists in the Red Sea Resort Hurghada
A tourist submarine taking Russian tourists on a voyage of the Red Sea in the Egyptian resort town...
African Airlines Must Take Off: Why, What, How and Who?
The 56th African Airlines Association Annual General Assembly and Summit occurred in Cairo, Egypt...
16 Missing After Tourist Boat Overturns Off Egypt’s Coast
The boat, identified as Sea Story, sank during a multi-day diving trip while with 44 on board...
Egypt Urges Citizens to Leave Somaliland Immediately
Egyptian nationals warned not to travel to the Somaliland region of the Federal Republic of...
Egypt Hosts Its First International Airshow
The event has reportedly drawn over 300 companies and agencies from the aviation and aerospace...
Netherlands Returns Stolen Ancient Artifacts to Egypt
Artifacts' departure from Egypt was unlawful, stemming from clandestine excavations rather than...
16 Egypt Travel Agencies Lose Licenses Over Pilgrims’ Deaths
The scorching temperatures in Mecca were responsible for numerous fatalities, primarily due to the...
Egypt and Tanzania Set to Upgrade Cape to Cairo Highway
Cape to Cairo highway connects nine African countries, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia...
Egypt Threatens to End Camp David Peace Treaty With Israel
In September 1978, Egypt and Israel entered into the Camp David Accord, leading to a peace...
Rafah, Gazah: World Leaders say NO! Tourism Leaders Say What?
When a million people, many children are in imminent danger of dying, it's time to speak out - it's...
Be Aware! Purchasing Souvenir Carelessly Could Lead to Jailtime
The incident highlights the complexities tourists may face when purchasing souvenirs abroad and...
French Visa Tops Global Search Rankings, Declared Most Sought-After in the World
This finding aligns with the recent reports indicating that France has maintained its position as...
All UK Visas To Be Processed Through VFS Global
In a related development, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a significant increase in UK...
Russian Tourists Abandoning Egypt
Holidays in Egypt have also become much pricier for Russian tourists due to the persistently high...
Middle East in 2023: War, Tourism Slowdown, and Dreams of ‘New Europe’
The Middle East has seen wars here and there constantly. The ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict...
New Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Cairo Palm Hills
Slated to open in 2027, new Ritz-Carlton hotel will be located in Palm Hills West Cairo, in close...
African Tourism Board Partners with Egyptian Junior Business Association
The African Tourism Board and the Egyptian Junior Business Association sign a Memorandum of...
Narrating Suzhou’s Shining Story on the Silk Road to the World
Known for its canals, bridges, and classical gardens, Suzhou is a city situated to the west of...
Saudia Academy Signs Agreement with EGYPTAIR to Expand Aviation Training
Saudia Academy signed an agreement with EGYPTAIR to expand the scope of cooperation in aviation...
Egypt to Receive 15 Million Tourists This Year Despite Gaza Situation
The long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum will be fully open by next May at the latest, the country’s...
New Budapest to Cairo Flight on Wizz Air
Budapest Airport announced the launch Wizz Air’s third link between the Hungarian gateway and Egypt...
War Will Not Stop Egypt’s Tourism Growth
Despite the current war between Israel and Gaza, the already declared backlash on the market with a...
Egypt Airport Welcomes AEGEAN Airlines’ Inaugural Flight from Athens
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport in Egypt celebrated the arrival of its first AEGEAN Airlines...
Israeli Tourists Killed in Egypt by Terrorist Policeman
Two members of an Israeli tourist group were killed, one Egyptian, and another was injured by...
Egypt’s Oldest Jewish Ben Ezra Synagogue Reopened
Egypt’s oldest Jewish synagogue, Ben Ezra Synagogue, has reopened after undergoing...
Nile Cruise Ship Accident in Egypt
All 120 workers aboard a Nile cruise ship that collided with a bridge and partially sank in Minya...
New Nile River Cruises with Viking
Scheduled to debut in 2025, Viking’s new vessel, Viking Sobek, will join the company’s...
Egypt’s Tourism Booms Records as Visitors Soar
Egypt‘s tourism sector has seen significant growth in the past three years. Visitor numbers...
Nobu Hotel Brand in Egypt
Nobu Hospitality, a luxury lifestyle brand, announces plans for a comprehensive expansion of the...
El Al started new flights from Tel Aviv to Asia, Africa, India, Middle East
Israel’s national airline, EL AL, is expanding flights from its hub in Tel Aviv to several...
Viking Names Newest Nile River Ship
At a special celebration in Aswan, Egypt, Viking’s newest river ship’s godfather...
Another UAE based Airline, Air Arabia loves Italy
Traditional airlines connecting passengers in Europe through the Gulf regions are Emirates, Etihad...
Underwater Mysteries Revealed in Egypt
The discovery of an archaeological marvel off the coast of El Alamein has been announced by the...
Ecotourism in Egypt: A new effort by two Ministers
Egypt’s Minister of the Environment Yasmine Fouad and Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Ahmed...
TAL Aviation puts Nile Air On the Map in Cologne, Germany
Representing Airlines in regional markets is what TAL Aviation does - Nile Air is a success story...
At Least 15 People Killed in Cairo Building Collapse
Administrative Prosecution Authority has ordered an investigation to determine cause of deadly...
New Cairo Flights from Budapest on Wizz Air
The new air service to Cairo will join Wizz Air’s established links to Egypt's Hurghada and Sharm...
Red Sea Yacht Cruise Hurricane with tourists in Flames
A yacht with tourists caught fire on Sunday off the coast of the Egyptian resort town of Marsa al...
Viking Announces Additional Sailings in Egypt
Viking today announced voyages on its newest Nile River ship, the Viking Hathor, are now available...
Protecting the Middle East from Air, Land and Water Threats
A multi-security program is being tested to protect 9 infrastructure locations across countries in...
How To Tailor Make Your Trip To Egypt With Nile Cruise Vacation
Welcome, fellow traveler! If you're planning a trip to Egypt, you're in for a treat. From the...
African Cities where arts, culture and creative industries is amazing
There is a reason why Johannesburg in South Africa is now the most cultural and most vibrant town...
