• Egypt continues to propel tourism growth with innovative strategies

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: 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.

Dr. Ghada Shalaby, Egypt’s Vice Minister of Tourism and Antiquities for Tourism Affairs, said: “Egypt is gearing up to attract a wide range of travelers based on its commitment to diversifying its tourism offerings. The Ministry has worked to unveil a group of new products that meet the evolving preferences of travellers, from health tourism to meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions tourism, all the way to the innovative Umrah Plus product and the attractive Cairo City Break program.”

Dr. Ghada noted that cooperation lies at the heart of Egypt's tourism strategy. By strengthening partnerships between tourism entities in Egypt, the Far East, and GGC countries, among other Arab countries, the Ministry aims to combine efforts in promoting Egyptian destinations and ensuring unparalleled experiences for visitors. Through collaborative endeavours, the tourism sector is ready to flourish and grow.

“Egypt’s commitment to infrastructure development remains steadfast. From enhancing transportation networks to enhancing airport facilities and expanding railway systems, significant investments are being made to improve accessibility and connectivity across the country. These initiatives play an essential role in facilitating smooth travel experiences for visitors to Egypt, said Dr Ghada

Amr El-Kady, CEO, Egyptian Tourism Authority, mentioned that Egypt is witnessing a qualitative shift in its approach to tourism, as by embracing the dynamism of the private sector, the country is embarking on a journey of liberation and promoting an enabling environment for investment and innovation in the travel sector. From this standpoint, the Arabian Travel Market, held in Dubai, constitutes an essential platform to complete these efforts and raise its status at this level.”

Mr. Al-Kady pointed out that the Egyptian Tourism Authority is taking advanced steps to enhance customer experience at archaeological sites. A prime example of this is the opening of the new visitor centre, planned as part of the upcoming transformation of the Giza Pyramids in a few weeks.

Egypt's tourism sector continues to chart a path of growth and resilience. After a record-breaking year in 2023, with 15 million visitors flocking to its shores, compared to 4.9 million in 2021, further expansion is expected in 2024. With a firm focus on enhancing visitor experiences, strengthening partnerships, and investing in... Infrastructure, Egypt is well-positioned to keep its economy on an upward trajectory in the tourism landscape.

The newly launched Cairo City Break program will reshape the capital's appeal by promoting Cairo as a long weekend destination. Egypt presents the emerging destination of Ras El Hekma – a relaxing haven located along the picturesque Egyptian coastline with ancient monuments and cultural attractions. Eco-friendly Hop-on Hop-off buses will be launched, enhancing the accessibility and sustainability of the tourism experience. A new road will be opened later this year to reduce the journey time from Luxor to Hurghada from 5.5 to 4 hours.

A new reform of the tourism industry has been introduced, which includes steps towards deregulation and liberalisation. Egypt has allocated a staggering 22% of its GDP over the past seven years to comprehensive infrastructure development. The state aims to double the capacity of hotel rooms in the country, which will increase from 220 to 245 room nights during the next five years.

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About the About the Egyptian Tourism Authority

The Egyptian Tourism Authority (ETA) was established in 1981 to boost international tourism by highlighting Egypt's long history and promoting the country’s many tourist attractions. The ETA's mission also includes increasing domestic tourism, raising awareness of tourism throughout the country, and strengthening the connection between Egyptians and their heritage. The ETA focuses on the diversity of attractions and destinations within Egypt and on developing marketing strategies and programmes to promote tourism, as well as providing technical and marketing support. It also organises and sponsors touristic, sporting, social and cultural events throughout the country. The ETA Board of Directors is chaired by the Minister of Tourism.  

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  1. Cairo City Break Program and A New Era of Luxury Tourism  
  • The newly introduced Cairo City Break program will reshape the capital’s appeal by enhancing Cairo as a long weekend destination. 
  • Egypt introduces the emerging destination of Ras Al Hekma – a relaxation retreat nestled along the picturesque Egyptian coastline with ancient landmarks and cultural attractions. 
  • Environmentally friendly hop-on-hop-off buses are to be launched, enhancing the accessibility and sustainability of the tourist experience. 
  • A new road will be opened later this year to reduce the travel time from Luxor to Hurghada from 5.5 hours to 4 hours.  
  • The country’s leading real estate developer, Talaat Mostafa Group (TMG) has successfully acquired a significant stake in seven historically significant hotels across Egypt, each to be transformed into exclusive luxury accommodations.  
  1. Liberalization Reform and Infrastructure Development: 
  • A new tourism industry reform has been introduced, involving steps towards deregulation and liberalization. 
  • Egypt has allocated an impressive 22% of its GDP over the past 7 years to comprehensive infrastructure development. 
  • The country aims to double the country's hotel room capacity from 30,000 to 60,000 within the next 5 years. 
  • Egyptian Tourism Board is taking steps to enhance customer experience at archaeological sites. A prime example is the opening of a new visitor center, planned within the forthcoming transformation at the Pyramids of Giza in a few weeks. 
  1. Tourism Results and Main Travel Trends: 
  • Egypt experienced a remarkable increase in tourism in 2023, welcoming 15 million visitors, a dramatic rise from 4.9 million in 2021.