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The extraordinary performance of the dedicated employees at SunRise Holidays Resort Hurghadaearned it the "TopHotel2012" award granted by the "HolidayCheck" website.
SunRise Holidays Resortexceeded its guest's expectations regarding great products and perfect service on a daily basis - an effort reflected by the reviews of user on Holiday Check; the largest German language travel and holiday portal on the web today.
This "real tourist audience award" based, on 500k customers, and over 90% recommendation rate is equally valued by the travel industry and the travelers themselves.
Thesuperb beach front location of the Five-starSunRise Holidays Resort, with its private lagoon and proximity to Down Town, provide the ideal combination of a relaxing beach vacation with the atmosphere and nightlife of Hurghada. This unique location coupled with the remarkable performance of the dedicated staff, is what earned SunRise Holidays Resort the "TopHotel2012" award. 21/12/2012
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The exceptional quality of service and excellent standards of guest's satisfaction is what earned SENTIDO Crystal Bay the "TopHotel 2012" award for the second consecutive year.
Users of the "HolidayCheck" website; the largest German language travel and holiday portal on the web today, through their continuously highly scored reviews, have ranked SENTIDO Crystal Bay among the Top 391 Hotels in the World for 2012.
This "real tourist audience award" based, on 500k customers, and over 90% recommendation rate is equally valued by the travel industry and the travelers themselves.
The superior location of the Five-star SENTIDO Crystal Bay, at the beachfront of Hurghadas' sandy shore makes a heavenly getaway for anyone looking to spend a relaxing, and sensual vacation. The remarkable performance of the dedicated staff, genuinely reflected in the number of satisfied guests, is what earned SENTIDO Crystal Bay the "TopHotel2012" award.
15/12/2012
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Of the several buildings King Ramses II built, Abu Simbel is considered the most impressive. The Sun Temple has been sitting along the Niles banks since 1250 BC in southern Egypt, carved into the sandstone cliffs facing eastwards.
During the Abu Simbel Festival crowds fill the temple at sunrise to watch the shafts of light creeping across the stone, illuminating the statues of Ramses, Ra and Amun 21/10/2011
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The Cross Egypt Challenge is a 9 days endurance scooter ride from the shores of the Mediterranean Sea in the North of Egypt to the temple of Abu Simbel, on the southern borders of Egypt.
A journey of 1700 kilometer on scooters to promote tourism in Egypt.
The Cross Egypt Challenge is a non-profit initiative aiming to promote tourism, alternative sports, and alternative means of transportations in Egypt. It is scheduled to start on October 14th 2011.
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The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism is launching for the second consecutive year "Fawanees Ramadan 2011" Festival during the month of August.
The Festival brings Egypt's unique spirit during the holy month and the Eid El Fitr to tourists from all over the world, and especially to those coming from the Arab countries, especially from the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Jordan and Qatar.
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The Tutankhamun exhibition comes to Australia for the first time (Open 8 April 2011 in Melbourne Museum).
Revel in the splendour of Ancient Egypt as you view a dazzling array of possessions unearthed from the boy king's tomb. See Tutankhamun's golden canopic coffinette and the crown found on his head when the tomb was discovered. Learn about the extraordinary discovery of the tomb and the belief and burial processes of ancient Egypt.
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Tourism is a big industry for the Middle East, but is it wise to head there now? We consult tourist boards, tour operators and the Foreign Office
Mandy Nickerson, MD of Bales Worldwide, who has visited Egypt nearly 100 times,
was there last week and said: "It is so exciting at the moment. Everyone is proud to be Egyptian.
There is tight security and I saw tanks in Cairo, but didn't find it daunting.
Tourists will receive a very warm welcome, people will be grateful you are there."
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We are pleased to announce that were selected SUNRISE holidays resort, select Garden Beach resort and select Mamlouk palace resort within the best 10 international hotels, this is honor for the performance service for the all guest on sunrise Hotels group from the referendum all over the world hotels between more than 400,000 user for the web set for the world wide hotels, this award from the Holiday Check web set Management in the inevitable result of the efforts exerted by employees of SUNRISE Group assuring that quality for the Clint service will be remaining to the basic aim for SUNRISE resorts and cruises.
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In a spectacular went, SUNRISE Resorts and cruises has hosted the billiard world cup championship at SUNRISE Garden beach resort for the six congestive year.
As a gesture of thanks to Sunrise exerted efforts to satisfy all the attendance, Akhbar El Youm presented a thanks award. In the picture Andre Muhleemann through taken the award from Ahdy Fadly
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The first global event in the region dedicated to the investment and development of
sustainable tourism, takes place from 22-24 Nov. 2010 at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
The event will run a three day interactive conference supported by
an exhibition bringing together regional and international tourism authorities,
urban city planners, hotels and resorts, property developers, airlines, key associations,
tour operators, green products suppliers, museums and heritage sites organisations,
and universities involved in sustainable tourism.
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This November, Abu Dhabi Art 2010 will expand on last year's programme,
while following the concept inaugurated in 2009.
The platform will have at its core the art fair with the main show as well as "Signature",
a section dedicated to innovative and challenging contemporary works by emerging
international artists in a one person show, and "Beyond", a selection of outdoor installations.
Abu Dhabi Art 2010 will expand "Art, Talks and Sensations" to a three day event, integrating some
of the main show artists within the daily programme.
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On October 23, 2010, the Breast Cancer Foundation of Egypt (BCFE) and Susan G.
Komen for the Cure will partner in hosting the 2nd Egypt Race for the Cure around the
Pyramids of Giza under the patronage of The Suzanne Mubarak Women's International Peace Movement and
Dr. Zahi Hawass, the Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities.
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Opera Aida is one of the masterpieces of Opera House Shows, Verdi's Aida will be held on the Sound and Light Theater at Egypt Pyramids during the period from 05 to 10 october, 2010
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The Pharaohs Rally is a thrilling week-long endurance race across the Sahara attracting competitors from around the world. The 3000km circular route begins under the gaze of the Sphinx in Giza ending up back in the lively Egyptian capital, Cairo.
Pharaons ICCR 2010 takes place from October 2nd to 10th and it's valid both for FIM World Championship (find attached the official FIM statement) as well as for World Cup FIA
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Two weeks prior to the beginning of Ramadan, the Moulid of Abu el-Haggag celebrates Luxor's patron sheikh with a two-day street festival. Horse races, music, dance and tahtib (stick fights) precede the parading of large boats in the crowded streets.
The parade resembles the solar barque processions of the Pharaonic era; in Islamic symbolism boats represent the quest for spiritual enlightenment
(28 - 29 Jul 2010).
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Dusit International has made the Middle East its priority market for overseas expansion, targeting to operate at least 15 hotels by 2015. The fast-track expansion plan will make the group one of the leading Asian brands in the Middle East.
Dusit International currently operates five properties in this region, including Dusit Thani Dubai, Dusit Princess City Centre Dubai, Dusit Residence Dubai Marina, Pearl Coast Premier Hotel Apartments, as well as a distinguished hotel in Egypt - Dusit Thani LakeView Cairo.
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Organized by the Agency for Cultural Affairs of Japan, Tokyo National Museum, Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the exhibition introduces the flowers of Japanese art that spans about 5,000 years from Jomon period to Edo period, focuses on Tokyo National Museum's collection including two National Treasures and three Important Cultural Properties
The exhibition will stay open till June 28.
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Arabian Travel Market is the travel and tourism event unlocking business potential within the Middle East for inbound and outbound tourism professionals. Tourism destinations from the Middle East and around the world showcase a diverse range of accommodation options, breathtaking tourism attractions and new airline routes.
Arabian Travel Market is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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Situated just six miles from the Egyptian capital Cairo on the west bank of the River Nile on the Giza Plateau, the Great Sphinx is one of the world's largest and oldest statues of a lion (body) with a human head (mind) that symbolizes strength and wisdom.
The second stop of the Red Bull X-Fighters World Tour 2010 will take place at the most historical landmark in Egypt, The Great Sphinx of Giza, representing body and mind.
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Join the International Yoga Festival's journey, starting at the ancient Pyramids of Giza and ending in Petra. Discover the art of yoga and its benefits through sunrise and evening meditations, and learn about astrology, karma, free will and spirituality.
Pyramids at Giza, Giza Plateau Giza, Cairo, Egypt
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The Minister of Culture, Farouk Hosni, announced that two red granite statues of King Amenhotep III and of the god Thoth, were unearthed near the Pharaoh's funerary temple at Kom el-Hettan on Luxor's west bank.
The statue of Amenhotep III and Re-Horakhty, found at the site of Kom el-Hetan in Luxor. The discovery was carried out by an Egyptian team from the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) during routine work reducing the groundwater's level.
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The Sinai International Bowling Tournament attracts teams aiming for a strike, and the final US$32,000 prize, to Cairo's International Bowling Center. Not as new as you'd think, it is thought that ancient Egyptians played with stone balls and conical pins.
Bowling in Egypt began during the Pharaonic era, as suggested by the images found on monuments situated in Beni Hasan.
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Egypt International Boat Show will offer a unique show of equipment and services ranging from water sports through surfing, water skiing, and diving technologies, to charters, motorboats, and luxurious yachts. This is one of the most important specialised event of its kind. This expo will be held four days from 24 to 27 Feb, 2010 at Cairo International Conference Centre (CICC).
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The International Nile Song Festival, at the Cairo International Conference Centre, attracts kids from around 18 countries to compete for generous cash prizes in writing, singing and composing. All genres are allowed, though the songs must be new. There are also several charity concerts and exhibitions.
In previous years, the International Nile Song Festival has been organised in two categories, one for children from five to nine years old and the second for ages ten to 15.
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The Forum has been an artistic, cultural phenomenon which takes place in the ancient city of Alexandria. One of its major axes is the concept of anti-festival, for the Forum is a space for artists, a space in which there is no place for formalities. The Forum has always aimed at achieving an interdisciplinary approach in which creativity, education, dialogue, knowledge, publications, translation and building joint projects are blended together.
Date: 1- 10 February 2010
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The Abu Simbel Sun Festival at Aswan, Egypt is observed twice every year on
22nd Of February and on 22nd of October, the dates that mark the emperor's birthday and his ascension to the throne. On these days, shafts of sunlight enter into the temple and illuminate the statues of the great king Ramses II and the two sun gods Re-Horakhte and Amen-Re seated beside the Theban god Ptah, the god of darkness.
Undoubtedly the Sun Festival at Abu Simbel is one of the most uncommon and astounding festivals in the world
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The 17th Egyptian Marathon will be taking place at Luxor City on February 12th 2010, the 10th 100Km Pharaonic Race will be taking place at Cairo City on 26th November 2010 and the 4th Sharm El Sheikh Half Marathon on 12th March 2010.The Marathon is an international event with over 36 nationalities participating and it is the only A I M S (Association of international Marathons and Road Races) certified Marathon in the country.
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foliage of tropical fruit trees , instead the city is also a hub of art enthusiasts. The International Symposium of Sculpture is a prominent instance which signifies Aswan to be a city of art admirers. The symposium is held annually where budding sculptors along with pioneers get along with each other in search of innovative creations.
The festival gives a wide platform to the budding artistes as they are offered to showcase their work of art in front of a global crowd.
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Being held at Beylikduzu, Fair Convention & Congress Center, Emitt Istanbul is a East Mediterranean International Tourism and Travel Exhibition. For 4 days, the fair will be organized by I. T. E. Travel Division and will prove to be highly successful in taping the emerging trends of the sector.
Nehad Gamal Eldin, Representative of the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism, comments, "This year we will participate with cooperation from several ministry representatives and 15 tourism agencies from Egypt".
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Abu Dhabi Holidays & Travel Show (Seyaha) is an ideal platform for the whole world to interact on all related topics of travel industry and exhibitors can promote and sell their products and services directly to customers and public.The international participation in this exhibition will give the public about the world tourism scenario and holiday destinations.
Venue: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Date: 18-FEB-10 to 20-FEB-10
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The Jordan Tourism Board North America (JTBNA) will hold the 3rd annual Jordan Travel Mart (JTM) - at the Dead Sea February 21-23, 2010. In just two (2) short years, JTM has become one of the most efficient and effective opportunities for travel professionals to learn about all the wonders Jordan has to offer, and to personally experience the diversity of this unique destination.
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Being convoked in Morocco, Moroccan Travel Market is a reputed trade show which will be focused International Travel & Tourism. It is a highly prioritized show which will be organized by International Fairs Group It will showcase Airlines, Hotels, Serviced Apartments, Rail Operators, Car rental, Online booking companies, Credit / company cards.
Venue: Marrakech Palais Des Congres.
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Dubai's Burj Khalifa Tower, the world's tallest building, has become a symbol of hope for a more prosperous future. The tower is also seen as a token of the economic crisis that has rocked the Emirate of Dubai. Tens of thousands of spectators on Monday 4-1-2010 joined Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashed Al-Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, who presided over the official opening ceremony, as the new architectural wonder stood tall piercing the sky.
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"Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs" is the renowned exhibition that has drawn 7 million visitors worldwide, and counting. The exhibition is currently open at the de Young Museum in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, and will continue to New York City's brand new exhibition hall, The Discovery Times Square Exposition - located in the heart of Times Square - in April 2010.
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By the middle/end of 2010 SUNRISE Select Montemare Resort will welcome the first guest at the famous destination Sharm el Sheikh.
SUNRISE Select Montemare Resort have 270 rooms in different categories are spread in different clusters in a beautiful garden area with 3 spectacular pool areas.
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The National Committee for the Return of Stolen Artifacts, headed by Dr. Zahi Hawass, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), met to discuss the procedures needed to make a formal request for the return of the Bust of Nefertiti now on display at the Neues Museum in Berlin.
Dr. Hawass also updated the committee on Egypt’s latest efforts to retrieve other artifacts. A number of ministries and government authorities are represented on the National Committee for the Return of Stolen Artifacts.
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Two large 26th Dynasty tombs have been found in Saqqara by an Egyptian excavation mission from the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA).
Dr. Zahi Hawass, said that the two newly discovered tombs were found at the Ras El Mudir area at Saqqara, near the entrance point of the archaeological site. He explained that both tombs are cut into the limestone rock of the hill and the first one is the largest yet found at Saqqara. It is composed of a large rock-hewn hall followed by a number of small rooms and corridors.
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SUNRISE Select Garden Beach Resort & Spa and SUNRISE Select Royal Makadi Resort managed to achieve the GOLD award for the second time and SUNRISE Select Mamlouk Palace Resort & Spa for the first time.
The Travelife Award Program of Thomas Cook UK stands for Sustainability in Tourism.
The Travelife Sustainability System is for travel related businesses that recognize the importance of becoming more sustainable. It provides all the resources required to establish current levels of performance and facilitate improvements.
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Under the auspices of the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority, and in cooperation with Egypt Express Travel, the ICCA Mediterranean Chapter Summit will be meeting this year in Cairo.
The ICCA Mediterranean Chapter Summit's meeting in Cairo will aim at assessing the status of the meetings industry in the Mediterranean region and discuss, share and co-create a working document on ways with which the ICCA members in this region can support each other and the region and to offer solutions for developing businesses further.
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Involved the Egyptian General Authority for tourism revival, through the Egyptian tourism office in the Austrian capital Vienna, beginning on Saturday 9-1-2010, the two-day exhibition in the city of "Graz" Austria's annual international tourism.
The Egyptian wing has a strong response from visitors to the exhibition, as it takes the form of a temple of Egyptian pharaohs, as Palmslat decorated with ancient Egyptian and small-scale model of a pyramid.
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In a gala ceremony at the Catholic University in Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic, the University’s Dean, Dr. Ramon Olonso, bestowed upon Dr. Zahi Hawass, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), an honorary doctorate for his great achievement in and devotion to the field of archaeology.
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The archaeological mission from the Austrian Archaeological Institute in Cairo has unearthed a fragment of a seal impression at Tel El-Daba in the Nile delta. It bears cuneiform script in the Akkadian language and dates to the last decades of the Old Babylonian Kingdom.
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Iberotel Aquamarine Resort is made for those who want to spoil themselves with the prefect, relaxed, luxurious five-star Egypt holiday. Located on the southern tip of Hurghada with its own unspoilt private beach, this impressive complex features seven restaurants serving Egyptian, Oriental, Sea Food, Mediterranean, Italian, Grilled and International cuisine in a la carte luxury.
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Jaz Little Venice Golf Resort is the company’s first venture in Ain El Sokhna and offers a stunning five-star Golfing holiday to Egypt. Just 100 km from Cairo International Airport it is within easy reach on any European departure hub and promises a holiday of total relaxation. This Golf Resort features 120 pleasantly furnished, beautifully decorated guest rooms with all the modern amenities you could desire. With two restaurants and two bars you are spoilt for choice for eating and drinking.
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Iberotel Aswan has an excellent location with magnificent views of the Nile and is ideal for romantic getaways, honeymoons or those fascinated by the marvels and mysteries of ancient Egypt in addition to large conferences and incentives. This five-star property lies in the heart of what was the ancient frontier of Pharaonic Egypt, from where the stones to build the Pyramids came. You can still see traces of these 3,000 year old quarries in the cliffs and by the roadsides today.
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Dr. Hawas The Ministry of Antiquities announced that there is connection between the Egyptian Embassy in Paris and The Lovre Museum for return back
Five portrait have been stolen since 1980 from The Nobles Tombs in the West Bank in Luxor and The Lovre Museum had purchased them.
Dr. Hawas has organized another meeting to announce the real reasons of the death of The King Tut Ankh Amon and discovering his real parents.
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From 14th till 18th December 2009, The Second Arab International Electronic Tourism and marketing conference hold a meting of Tourism and Marketing in the Technology century.
Under the Name of "The Dream became true" the meeting will be hold in the red Sea in Egypt.
This Event is a initiative which is organized by IOETI this is will be under the responsibility of the Arab Tourism Organization league of Arab states and with cooperation of the Ministry of Tourism in Egypt and the Egyptian Ministry of communications and other organizations.
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Safari Tours to the Mangroves of Nabaq National Park Start From $50.00 Per Person Drive by Land Cruiser vehicle to the Managed Resource Protected Area of Nabaq, our tour stats with picking you up from the hotel till Wadi Mander which considered to be one of the most beautiful sites in Sinai desert, you will be able to come close to the real Bedouin
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Under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, and in cooperation with Wadi Environmental Science Centre, the Characters of Egypt Festival's second round will be held on the 29th till the 31st of October at Fustat Wadi El Gemal, located 45 km south of Marsa Alam.
The Festival will showcase traditional sciences and arts, fuel friendly competitions through age-old games, and provide guests with the chance to catch a glimpse of life as it exists in the different areas of Egypt's extensive deserts.
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InterContinental The Palace Port Ghalib Resort ranked number 1 best hotel in Europe, Middle East and Africa Region (EMEA) in the Guest Satisfaction Tracking SystemWith a score of 93.7 of overall satisfaction, InterContinental The Palace Port Ghalib Resort has managed to be the best InterContinental in EMEA, scoring Gold Level in "Makes this a great Brand".
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The 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup, the 17th tournament to be contested, will be hosted by Egypt (25-9 to 16-10-2009). Six stadiums in Cairo, Alexandria, Port Said and Ismailia cities. Qualified countries are UAE, Australia, Korea Republic, Uzbekistan, Cameroon, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Trinidad & Tobago, Venezuela, Czech Republic, England, Germany, Italy, Ungary, Tahiti, Spain and Egypt.
The 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup will be the second FIFA competition organized by Egypt, which hosted the U-17 tournament in 1997.
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Syrian Minister of Tourism Saad Allah Agha meet Dr. Yehya Abou
El Hassan the Minister of the International Organization of Tourism and Electronic Marketing are searching together in the field of cooperation between Syria and the Organization.
Both sides have negotiated the fields that they will cooperate in it, for
more utilizing the E-Marketing an internet as matching with the Syria Tourism company's working program which is will be ending of the Tourism Electronic reservation in Syria whether Hotel reservation or other activities.
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A contract for the design and the technical development of the Valley of the Kings lighting was signed between French supplier Citelium and Holding Company for Tourism, Hotels and Cinema. The lighting of the Pharaohs' necropolis will reveal the exact location of each grave and enhance the magnificence of the place spreading accross 3 miles. The selected lighting system will fit with the environment and uncover the different aspects and contrasts of the stone.
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Dubai is a city of many surprises. Cool attractions, spectacular shopping, fantastic food, breathtaking beaches, serene spas, amazing adventures, and so much more. That's what makes it the perfect destination for a family vacation. With Dubai Summer Surprises, it gets even better right through the summer with attractive discounts and incredible offers. Get a taste of Dubai at its finest with our special summer packages that fit right into your holiday plans.
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Cairo International Airport development project is completed. Terminal 3 will begin operating in August 2008 and will welcome more than 11 million passengers a year doubling the current capacity of the other two existing terminals (already representing 9 million passengers). Cairo international airport may undergo additional developments within the forthcoming years. Its capacity could treble then and rise 50 million passengers a year over the next 30 years.
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Extending its reach to newer horizons, this time to the land of the pharaohs and the pyramids, Dusit International is launching its newest hotel Dusit Thani LakeView Cairo, which opened on 28 May. Offering 203 luxury rooms and suites with extensive meeting and banquet facilities. Located in the New Cairo district known as the 'Land of Gold', the development is resplendent with waterfalls, broad tree-lined streets and sparkling lakes and stream, which will be an attractive destination for the US and European leisure and corporate travelers.
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Souk El-Fustat is located in Old Cairo, between the Amr Ibn Al-As mosque, Egypt's first Mosque, the Church Al-Muallaqa, the 'Hanging Church', a church dedicated to the Virgin Mary and the recently restored Ben Ezra synagogue. This souk offers traditional hand-made items like embroidered robes, oriental lamps, wooden toys and fabric dolls. Certain boutiques play host to craftsmen from particular communities, such as the craftsmen of Upper Egypt, or associations like the one for the protection of the environment.
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King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia arrived in Egypt on 4th February 2008. They attended the Closing Ceremony held on the occasion of celebrating the 6th Centennial Jubilee of Ibn Khaldun's memorial, the famous pioneer in Sociology. Farouk Hosni , the Minister of Culture gave a speech during the ceremony at Prince Taz Palace , in which he said that there had always been cultural exchange between Egypt and Spain through different means as art exhibitions , concerts and others.
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For the first time in the Arab world, Mr.Hesham nessim broke Guinness World Records for the fastest vehicle crossing the great sand sea in Egypt .The journey took place on the 5th of March 2009 and it began from the Gilf Kebir plateau and ended at the Siwa Oasis. The distance between the starting point and the final one is 570 kilometers, but the real distance in which the adventurer crossed was 650 kilometers in 5 hours and 33 minutes.
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The festival of Abu Simbel, in February, is a fabulous period for those who can visit Abu Simbel and luckily admire in the meantime the incredible sunrise over the temple.
Abu Simbel is a splendid temple built on a strict east - west axis so that the morning sun actually goes through the heart of the temple for 60 meters to reach the innermost sanctuary at dawn, illuminating the statues of Amon, Ramses II and Ra-Horakhty twice a year on Oct. 22nd and Feb. 22nd.
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Luxor Heritage Center is considered one of the recent touristic establishments in Luxor and includes:
1.Culturama-Cultural panorama: Culturama is a large panoramic display that surrounds the audience in a curved shape.
2.Star Riders: A display of Astrolabe models of machines showing Islamic and Arabic civilization's contribution towards astronomy.
3. Three-dimension shows: A display of selected archeological excavations representing different eras of the Egyptian civilization.
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Egypt's first Six Senses Spa has opened at Intercontinental. The Palace Port Ghalib Resort, in Marsa Alam, Egypt. The Six Senses Spa will service the three resorts located at Port Ghalib Resort.
The uniquely designed spa at Port Ghalib occupies 1,700 square metres, comprising sixteen treatment areas including two Thai treatment rooms, and one wet treatment room with classically designed stone beds. The spa includes a sauna, steam room, changing rooms, fully equipped gym, and traditional hammams.
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