Articles tagged “cairo”

With new greenfield airports coming into existence and airlines’ induction of a large number of jets, the sector calls for an urgent requirement of more personnel to meet its burgeoning demands.

Egyptian travel executives are adamant that Cairo's tourism industry will benefit enormously from the country's new capital — even if some critics believe the $59 billion project is money misspent.

Investing in the "last mile" of travel can help on a few fronts, such as climate protection, gender equality, and economic development, according to Victoria Grace, founder of blank check firm Queen's Gambit. Makes sense on several levels.

The quick redesign cycle speaks to the high stakes involved in operating properties in the emirates and the region: If you don't look new, you're just too old.

Luxor is far from the unrest of Tahir Square, yet the ripple effects of the revolution hit this tourist destination harder than it would a city that has a mix of leisure and business travelers.

A 17% bump over one of the worst years on record is nothing and demonstrates that despite all the good will travelers felt towards Egypt it isn't doing enough to make foreign visitors feel welcome, post-revolution.

Great rethink, though commercial viability these days trumps everything. Some Asian & Gulf airlines have started adding some of these services, especially as airports.