Egypt - Tourism

'This is incredible': Actor Terry Crews walking on Egypt historic Al-Moez Street

Renowned American actor and television host Terry Crews recently posted a video on his Instagram account showing his complete awe and admiration for Egypt's rich history and culture during a visit to the iconic Al-Moez Street in Cairo.

Egypt tourism ministry refutes viral video showing demolition work on Giza Great Pyramid

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has refuted a viral video allegedly showing demolition work on the Great Pyramid of Giza, clarifying that only modern additions are being removed to upgrade its lighting system without causing any damage to the pyramid's original structure.

In Photos: Egyptian villages Gharb Suhail, Abu Ghosoun among UN Best Rural Tourism Villages in 2024

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) announced that West Suhail in Aswan and Abu Ghosoun in the Red Sea won its prestigious Best Rural Tourism Villages award for 2024.

In Photos: South Sinai Governor vists London and Athens to attract investments to tourism sector

South Sinai Governor Khaled Mubarak Bakr has completed a diplomatic tour with visits to London and Athens to attract international investment and promote the governorate’s tourism sector.

Tourism minister inaugurates Egypt pavilion at 2024 World Travel Market London

Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy inaugurated the Egyptian pavilion on Wednesday at the 43rd World Travel Market (WTM) in London.

Air Cairo launches its first regular flights between Cairo, Aswan and Abu Simbel

Air Cairo, the economic arm of the Ministry of Civil Aviation, announced on Tuesday the launch of a new regular flight route linking Cairo, Aswan, and Abu Simbel.

AFASU grants Egypt’s St. Catherine World Best Capital of Religions, Tolerance Award

The High International Committee of the African-Asian Union (AFASU) Awards announced that Egypt’s Saint Catherine City has received the World’s Best Capital of Religions, Tolerance, Peace, and Tourism Award, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities reported Monday evening.

In Photos: Popular Turkish actor Burak Deniz says visit to Pyramids of Giza 'dream come true'

Popular Turkish actor Burak Deniz was guided by Ashraf Mohy El-Din, the General Director of Giza Antiquities, on a tour of the Pyramids of Giza on Sunday as part of his current trip to Egypt.

Sphinx International Airport receives first Norwegian flight from Copenhagen

Sphinx International Airport received its first Norwegian airline flight from Copenhagen, with 183 passengers on board.

In Photos: At Giza Plateau - Egypt launches initiative for animal welfare at archaeological sites

Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy and Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk launched on Saturday the National Programme for the Care and Protection of Horses, Camels, and Pets at Archaeological Sites.

Stunning display in Egypt! Sun illuminates Ramses II statute at Aswan's Abu Simbel Temple

The sun rays once again penetrated the entrance of Aswan's iconic Abu Simbel Temple earlier on Tuesday in a captivating celestial phenomenon, illuminating the Ramses II statue and showcasing the incredible precision of ancient Egyptian architecture and astronomy.

Dog spotted at top of Egypt’s 448ft ancient pyramid trending on social media

A stray dog that was spotted on top of the 448-foot-tall (136-metre) Pyramid of Khafre in Giza has been trending on social media over the past few days.

A journey through time! Grand Egyptian Museum begins main galleries trial run

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) announced the beginning of the trial run of its main galleries Tuesday, offering visitors an exclusive preview of Egypt’s rich history through meticulously curated exhibitions.

West Port Said receives giant Dutch cruise ship Nieuw Statendam with 3,600 tourists & crew for day trip in Egypt

The tourist pier at West Port Said Port received the giant Dutch cruise ship Nieuw Statendam on Wednesday as part of a day trip.

Egypt to re-apply visas on arrival for Canadian citizens soon: Foreign ministry

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Tuesday that Egypt will re-apply visas on arrival for Canadian citizens, with an official announcement expected soon.

In Photos: Captain Walaa Hafez to lead scuba diving event for clean depths in Red Sea 20 September

Cairo Divers Association is sponsoring a diving event in Hurghada on Friday, 20 September as part of a larger mission to clean the seabed of the Red Sea and preserve its pristine beauty.

Beaches declare emergency as oil slick appears in Red Sea

An oil slick was discovered Sunday in the waters of the Red Sea, triggering an environmental emergency on the beaches near the Gabal El Zeit area, south of Ras Ghareb city, with the full extent of the pollution still unknown, according to media reports.

British airline easyJet to resume London-Luxor flights after decade-long hiatus

British budget airline easyJet is set to reinstate its London-Luxor route in November, offering two weekly flights.

EgyptAir gifts a newborn free lifetime travel ticket in celebration of delivery on its flight

EgyptAir, the national flag carrier of Egypt, has announced Saturday gifting a free lifetime travel ticket to a newborn baby delivered on board one of its flights.

Egypt denies reports of stabbing incident involving Israeli Tourists in Taba: Al-Qahera News

A high-level Egyptian source on Friday denied reports circulating in Israeli media about a stabbing incident involving Israeli tourists in the Egyptian city of Taba, according to Al-Qahera News TV channel.

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