16 July 2009
Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises, the Hospitality Division of Egypt's Number One Travel Conglomerate, Travco Group, is Set to Undergo the Largest Expansion plan.

Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises, the hospitality division of Egypt's number one travel conglomerate, Travco Group, is set to undergo the largest expansion plan to date with more than 22 properties in the pipeline, 11 of which are nearing completion within 2009. Known for its sizeable portfolio of 60 hotels, resorts and cruises, Jaz is currently experiencing a period of unprecedented growth.

The 5-star Iberotel Cairo Hotel & Casino was the first of a series of new strategic and key locations the company is exploring. Its strategic location combined with state-of-the art conference and banquet facilities makes this venue ideal for all types of groups and events. This prestigious hotel offers various leisure activities including the Casino, the upcoming Spa, and the variety of specialty restaurants, to name a few.

The recently unleashed Jaz Little Venice Golf Resort in Ain Sokhna is a mere two-hour drive from Cairo. The 5- star resort consists of well appointed rooms and suites overlooking the 9-hole golf course and the picturesque beach. Little Venice provides a full range of leisure facilities so guests won't need to leave in search of entertainment outside. The company is boosting its presence in the pristine Almaza Bay resort on Egypt's North Coast with the recently introduced Jaz Crystal Resort and Jaz Oriental Resort - both offering relaxed, elegant, and Moroccan environments.

At Almaza Bay opportunities are aplenty with the shopping, sports and entertainment facilities; that in addition to the area's first international Marina and boardwalk under planning. Almaza Bay is shaping up as a prime all-year round destination with the upscale residential complex under development by Travco Properties.

In Hurghada, the luxury beachfront resort Iberotel Aquamarine, will soon welcome its guests at the plush 5-star holiday retreat. Its rooms and suites provide the full range of modern day amenities including in-room internet connection.

As for Madinat Makadi, the company's tourist village along the coastline of the Red Sea, it has recently introduced Iberotel Makadi Palms residences. The interiors of these apartments and studios are tastefully decorated offering a luxurious homey feel. All residences are juxtaposed with views of the championship golf course and the sea. Residents can enjoy the full range of facilities on offer at Madinat Makadi.

To be launched this month on the unruffled shores of Marsa Alam, 25 km south of the Marsa Alam Airport, is Sol Y Mar Dolphin House, a true sanctuary for those in search of a relaxing and unhurried holiday. Sol Y Mar Moreen Resort & Spa is the other upcoming resort on the Southern part of Marsa Alam. The 4-star hotel comprises spacious and tastefully furnished superior and family rooms and enjoys its own private beach.

The variety of sporting and kids facilities makes the resort ideal for families in search of a quiet vacation. With an international diving center, this resort will attract diving enthusiasts from all over the world.

There are four upcoming developments in the budding tourist destination, Sharm El Sheikh, including the 4-star Sol Y Mar Sharks Bay and Sol Y Mar Naama Bay situated in the heart of Naama Bay.Designed by the world famous Daniele Morelli, the new 5-star hotel, Spa and restaurants complex, Iberotel Mercato, is the next management venture in the exciting and dynamic shopping complex Il Mercato. For those seeking more serene surroundings, there is the 5-star Jaz Bab El Shams resort which is tucked away on the quiet shores of Nabq Bay.

Down South is the 5-star Iberotel Aswan which offers various meeting and banquet facilities making it the best setting for large scale events. Iberotel Aswan is also an ideal honeymoon getaway for those enchanted by the marvels of ancient Egypt.

With the unprecedented ultra-deluxe 5-star development in the 6th of October area, an eco-resort on the beautiful Bobales Island in Siwa, the developments in Sahl Hashish and Soma Bay, Jaz Hotels, Resorts and Cruises is set for a major boom.

The group's expansions extend to the tropical island of the Maldives where construction of its 7-star development project will soon be underway on the Baa Atolls' most pristine Island of Vokkaru.

The Nile Cruise division is the other area recording growth with the new Château Lafayette which set sail this summer. Following the immense success of Jaz Omar El Khayam on Lake Nasser, Travcotels continues to dazzle its guests with Jaz Minerva and Jaz Legacy which are of the 5-star deluxe category.

The company has also recently unveiled plans for the Jaz Elite Dahabeya and Jaz Prestige Dahabeya, introducing a new concept of exclusivity through its well appointed 8-cabin yachts for those who appreciate the luxuries of modern day cruising yet gentler paced and intimate surroundings. In consequence to the great success in the niche floating hotels' segment, the company is planning for its second all-suite cruise ship, Jaz Esperia, consisting of 34 elegantly furnished suites unmatched by any other vessel on the Nile.

Portfolio of Nile Cruise Ships:

Jaz Jubilee Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 80 Cabins

Jaz Regency Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 52 Cabins & Suites

Jaz Royale Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 52 Cabins & Suites

Jaz Senator Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 17 Suites

Jaz Omar El Khayyam Aswan - Abu Simbel 5*Deluxe 80 Cabins & Suites

Iberotel Crown Emperor Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 118 Cabins & Suites

Iberotel Crown Empress Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 128 Cabins & Suites

Chateau Lafayette Luxor - Aswan 5* 55 Cabins & Suites

Crown Prince Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 80 Cabins

Crown Jewel Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 80 Cabins

Helio Luxor - Aswan 5* 50 Cabins

Imperial Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 50 Cabins & Suites

Lady Sophia Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 70 Cabins & Suites

Nile Empress Luxor - Aswan 5* 29 Cabins & Suites

Nile Monarch Luxor - Aswan 5* 45 Cabins & Suites

Regina Luxor - Aswan 5* 60 Cabins & Suites

Regent Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 80 Cabins

Tania Aswan - Abu Simbel 4* 28 Cabins

Jaz Elite Dahabeya Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 8 Cabins

Jaz Legacy Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 76 Cabins & Suites

Planned Openings:

Jaz Elite Dahabeya Winter 09/10  Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 8 Cabins

Jaz Legacy Winter 09/10 Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 76 Cabins & Suites

Jaz Minerva Winter 09/10  Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 77 Cabins & Suites

Jaz Prestige Winter 09/10  Dahabeya Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 8 Cabins

Jaz Esperia Winter 10 Luxor - Aswan 5*Deluxe 34 Suites

Portfolio of Hotels & Resorts:

Jaz *

Jaz Belvedere Sharm El Sheikh 5* 317 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Mirabel Beach Nabq Bay - Sharm El Sheikh 5* 645 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Mirabel Park Nabq Bay - Sharm El Sheikh 5* 196 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Mirabel Club Nabq Bay - Sharm El Sheikh 5* 160 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Little Venice Golf Resort- Ain Sokhna 5* 120 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Makadi Star Resort & Spa- Madinat Makadi 5* 167 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Makadi Golf Hotel -Madinat Makadi 5* 73 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Almaza Beach- Resort Mersa Matruh 5* 395 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Crystal Resort -Mersa Matruh 5* 263 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Oriental Resort- Mersa Matruh 5* 212 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel

Iberotel Palace- Sharm El Sheikh 5* 254 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Lido- Sharm El Sheikh Boutique 75 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Club Fanara- Sharm El Sheikh 4* 262 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Fanara Residence -Sharm El Sheikh 4* 116 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Dahabeya- Dahab 4* 144 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Aquamarine Resort -Hurghada 5* 1001 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Makadi Beach- Madinat Makadi 5* 313 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Makadi Oasis Club- Madinat Makadi 4* 196 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Makadi Oasis Resort- Madinat Makadi 4* 325 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Makadi Palms- Madinat Makadi 5* 102 Apts. & Studios

Iberotel Makadi Saraya Resort- Madinat Makadi 5* 325 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Coraya Beach Resort- Madinat Coraya - Marsa Alam 5* 364 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Lamaya Beach Resort- Madinat Coraya - Marsa Alam 5* 389 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Samaya Beach Resort- Madinat Coraya - Marsa Alam 5* 143 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Luxor -Luxor 4* 185 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Aswan- Aswan 5* 190 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Cairo Hotel & Casino- Cairo 5* 412 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort- Fujairah - UAE 5* 321 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar

Sol Y Mar Sharming Inn -Sharm El Sheikh 4* 253 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Shams Suites- Sharm El Sheikh 4* 47 Rooms

Sol Y Mar Sea Star- Taba 4* 171 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Club Makadi- Madinat Makadi 4* 270 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Makadi Marine- Madinat Makadi 4* 167 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Makadi Sun- Madinat Makadi 4* 145 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Ivory Suites -Hurghada 4* 47 Studios & Apts.

Sol Y Mar Paradise Beach -Safaga 4* 236 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Abu Dabbab- Marsa Alam 4* 256 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Dolphin House- Marsa Alam 4* 200 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Dar El Madina -Marsa Alam 4* 139 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Solaya Madinat Coraya - Marsa Alam 4* 209 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Pioneers- Al Kharga Oasis 4* 102 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Mut Inn- Al Dakhla Oasis 4* 21 Rooms

Planned Openings:

Sol Y Mar Sharks Bay Oct 09   Sharm El Sheikh 4* 138 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Naama Bay Oct 09 Sharm El Sheikh 4* 200 Rooms & Suites

Iberotel Il Mercato Sharm El Sheikh Jan 10  4* 260 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Royal Taba Taba TBA   5* 180 Rooms & Suites

Jaz Bab El Shams Sharm El Sheikh TBA  5* 600 Rooms & Suites

Boubalis Siwa TBA 120 Rooms & Suites

Sahl Hashish Sahl Hashish  TBA 5* 301 Rooms & Suites

Soma Bay Soma Bay TBA  TBA 1400 Rooms & Suites

Sol Y Mar Moreen Resort & Spa Madinat Coraya - Marsa Alam Sum10   4* 196 Rooms & Suites

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