March 11, 2020
New 68-guest Nile River cruiser, AmaDahlia, to launch next September
AmaWaterways has confirmed its Egypt return for 2021, with a new 11-night river cruise and land program now on sale beginning next September. The company’s Co-Founder and Executive Vice President Kristen Karst flagged AmaWaterways’ resumption of operation in Egypt in mid-2019 and more widely at the CLIA UK conference in November. The river cruise specialist last offered an Egypt program ahead of the Arab Spring in 2011.
Read More…November 11, 2019
Itinerary includes six nights aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III
Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours has unveiled a new 12-day cruise tour through Egypt for 2021. Escorted by an expert Scenic Tour Director and accompanied by an expert Egyptologist, the journey operates round-trip from Giza (Cairo) and visits Aswan and Abu Simbel where guests board the luxury Sanctuary Sun Boat III and cruise the Nile for six nights to Luxor, before returning to Cairo for two final nights.
Read More…November 7, 2019
Popstar treats 60 mates to a luxury Nile River cruise for her 35th birthday
How do you celebrate your 35th birthday when you’re a multi-millionaire popstar? You shout 60-odd of your closest friends on a 10-day cruise down the Nile, sailing aboard the swish Oberoi Zahra luxury cruise ship of course!
Read More…October 14, 2019
Revamped small ship back in action on the Nile
The Sanctuary Nile Adventurer has recommenced its luxurious four-day sailings along the Nile following a dramatic makeover unveiled late last month.
Read More…September 27, 2019
“It’s time to claim that high ground again,” says Global CEO Ulla Hefel Bohler
Insight Vacations is envisaging a return to its heyday of 10 or so years ago selling Egypt in Australia. Then, before the Arab Spring of 2011, Egypt and the guided holiday specialists’ Ancient Civilisations program was a huge seller, especially from the Australian market.
Read More…September 20, 2019
Expanded program taps into emerging new markets
Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours has rolled out its 2020/21 program through the Middle East, focused on Egypt and Jordan, and with extension itineraries to Oman and the burgeoning market of Israel.
Read More…August 6, 2019
Pre-designed and custom-made journeys with Lakani World Tours
It’s time for your clients to experience the spirit of adventure in Africa and the Middle East with Lakani World Tours. From the incredible ancient history of Egypt, Jordan and Israel to the wildlife of South Africa and culture of Morocco, they will discover why so many have found that each trip inspires and awakens the soul. Stay in exquisite accommodations chosen for their superb location, personal service, and luxury amenities; become immersed in the antiquities, wildlife, and culture; and travel in a style that is personalised.
Read More…July 4, 2019
Sold out in 2019 and 2020, new season dates are now bookable
Bookings for 2021 departures of Viking’s Pharaohs and Pyramids sailing are now open.
Read More…June 19, 2019
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya and Egypt over 23 days
As part of its 2020 collection of extraordinary small group journeys, Abercrombie & Kent have released the new ‘Cape to Cairo’, one of six limited-edition adventures for the intrepid explorer. Led by an expert guide, the journey offers a balance of local activities and educational experiences and the opportunity for self-discovery and time at leisure.
Read More…May 2, 2019
Viking Osiris will be inspired by the Viking Longships design
Viking has announced it will add a new river ship in Egypt in September next year as the company prepares to expand its program.
Read More…April 10, 2019
Up to $700 Air Credit for couple early bookers
APT is inviting adventurous travellers to truly embrace the concept of living fully with the launch of its luxury small group journeys in Egypt and Jordan in 2020.
Read More…March 30, 2019
New beachside infinity pool
Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano sets the mood for an exceptional summer with its newly designed beach area. The hotel unveils a new infinity pool on its private beach overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and introduces an additional 16 luxurious beach suites to complement the hotel’s collection of rooms and suites.
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