Tourism News
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IATA applauds Egypt’s growing role in global aviation
IATA recognizes Egypt’s proactive leadership in aviation, enhancing its role in shaping future global air transport trends.
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Inside the Grand Egyptian Museum: A First Look at the World’s Largest Museum Dedicated to a Single Civilisation
Opening July 3, 2025, the Grand Egyptian Museum will house 100,000+ artifacts, boosting cultural tourism.
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Egypt extends free transit visa program
Egypt has extended its transit visa program, which allows holders to stay in the country for 96 hours.
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Grand Egyptian Museum closed from June 15-July 5 in preparations for grand opening
There are preparations at the highest level, starting from airports, hotels, and roads, all the way to the celebration venue.
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Viking's newest river cruise ship for Egypt hits the water
The 82-guest Viking Amun is a near-identical sister of Viking Osiris, Viking Hathor, and Viking Sobek.
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TUI wants to expand its offer in Sharm el Sheikh
Demand for Egypt is strong – also at TUI. The market-leading German tour operator is therefore expanding its portfolio in the destination.
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Ancient Egyptian inscription uncovered in Jordan
The minister emphasized the importance of this discovery, as it is the first Ancient Egyptian inscription to be discovered on Jordanian soil.
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Ancient Egyptian Town Discovered Near Alexandria
A 3,500-year-old town unearthed near Alexandria shifts Egypt’s historical timeline and offers potential for cultural tourism expansion.
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Sphinx Airport provides groundbreaking new service for the deaf and mute
The service involves issuing an identification card bearing the “Service for Deaf & Mute” logo and a sign language symbol.
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Magdi Gamil Appointed General Manager of Fairmont Nile City
Gamil's journey in hospitality began in 2003 at Concord El Salam, where he swiftly progressed to Assistant Sales Manager.
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Giza Pyramids attract 15,000 visitors in single day amid development drive
Marking a 25% increase compared to the first day of the trial run and the highest daily turnout since the launch of the site’s development project.
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Why Egypt Is Becoming a Top Destination for Business and Leisure Travel in 2025
Egypt has quietly climbed the global hot list for executives who refuse to choose between profit and pleasure.
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Akam Al Rajhi partners with U Hotels to launch second D.O.S.E Hotel in North Coast
Akam Al Rajhi and U Hotels expand Egypt’s luxury tourism with a second D.O.S.E. hotel, boosting the North Coast’s hospitality appeal.
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Egypt Leads the Charge in Airport Modernization with Cairo Airport’s Stunning Transformation Featuring New Terminal 4
Cairo Airport unveils Terminal 4 featuring advanced tech and record-breaking passenger growth—transforming Egypt’s air travel landscape.
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Egypt Sets New Standards For International Aviation Events With The Successful Rally Siwa Sands 2025
Rally Siwa Sands 2025 blends aviation innovation and motorsport thrills, setting fresh benchmarks for global air travel events and networking.
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Why Egypt is the perfect location for season 4 of The White Lotus
Whether told through Western or Arab lenses, Egypt’s layered history and charged settings have proven irresistible for tales of secrets.
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Giza Pyramids launches trial run of new visitor services project
The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities is overseeing the rollout of services such as a new entrance and electric shuttles.
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Housing Minister reviews progress of Marina 8, New Marina developments in North Coast
Egypt’s Housing Minister inspects Marina 8 flagship village (917 units) and New Marina lake projects, spotlighting coastal resort infrastructure.
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Cairo’s historic gates: the stories behind the city’s fortified walls
The gates of Cairo reflect the city’s history—marking its defences, migrations and evolving identity.
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Tourist sites welcome 175,000 Egyptian and foreign visitors in Eid
Up to 175,000 Egyptian and foreign visitors visited museums and archaeological sites during the first two days of Eid.