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Egypt Counting on Russian Tourists to Help Tourism Recover

2021-05-23 by Argophilia Travel News

Now may be a great time to visit the pyramids with cheap deals expected to be on offer soon.

Egyptian tourism officials are optimistic about more visitors in 2021. Officials hope Russian tourists will power a recovery of the sector.

Tags: Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Egypt, Egypt attractions, Egypt tourism, Egypt travel, pyramids, Russa tourists, Russia travelers, Russian tourists, Vladimir Putin

Hoteliers in North Africa Focusing on 2021 Positives

2020-12-12 by Phil Butler

Tunisia resort

Hoteliers in North African countries are beginning to see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. Flights and investments on the rise.

Tags: COVID-19, Egypt economy, Egypt hotels, Egypt tourists, Egypt travel, Hilton, Hilton Tunisia, Morocco hotels, Morocco tourism, Royal Air Maroc, Ryanair, Tunisia hotels, Tunisia tourism, Tunisia vacations

U.S. State Department Lowers Level 4 Travel Advisory for Egypt

2020-09-26 by Phil Butler

The Egyptian Sahara

The United States has dropped a leel 4 “do not travel” advisory for Egypt to a level 3 “reconsider travel” alert.

Tags: American tourists, American travelers, Egypt Airlines, Egypt attractions, Egypt tourism, Egypt travel, travel advisory, travel alert, travel warnings

Egypt Boosts Cultural Tourism Capacity Starting in September

2020-08-28 by Argophilia Travel News

The Great Pyramid

Egypt’s tourism businesses and cultural venues are to operate at up to 50% of their total capacity starting in September.

Tags: culture destinations, cultureal attractions, Egypt, Egypt attractions, Egypt cultural attractions, Egypt culture, Egypt tourism, Egypt travel, pyramids, travel

Egypt Tourism Showing a Blip of Post-COVID Vital Signs

2020-06-06 by Aleksandr Shatskih

The Great Pyramid

Egypt has been stunned by the pandemic, but for international tourism in general, Cairo officials are now organizing a plan to reboot tourism.

Tags: Cairo flights, EasyJet Holidays, Egypt coronavirus, Egypt tourism, Egypt travel, Egypt trips, Egypt vacations, Khaled al-Anany, Mostafa Madbouly, pandemic, Post-COVID travel, Roshdi Zakaria, world tourism

Russia Tourists to Flow to Egypt Again

2016-02-01 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Sergei Naryshkin

Last week the Chairman of the Russian state Duma, Sergei Naryshkin announced the imminent return of touristic flows from Russia to Egypt soon. Since the tragic downing of the A321 airliner outbound from Sharm El Sheikh in October, 2015, popular Egyptian destinations saw virtually no visits from Russians.

Tags: Egypt travel, Red Sea, Russian tourism, Russian tourists, Sharm El-Sheikh, terrorism, tourism

Egypt: Gift of the Nile 2011

2011-08-01 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Great Sphinx of Giza

On the plateau of Giza, a sentinel stands guard. Built of stone, its body is that of a lion, it’s face that of its maker. The Sphinx has served as a witness to history unfolding, from the fall of the Pharaohs; great armies have marched in front of it led by generals of legend – Napoleon, Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great himself. The Great Sphinx has even witnessed the mighty river Nile change its course. And now this guardian of Egypt is witness to the fall of the modern Pharaoh of Egypt.

Tags: Alexander, Argo Reports, Caesar, Cairo, Cairo trip, Egypr tourism, Egypt, Egypt hotels, Egypt travel, Egyptian trips, Great Pyramid, Napoleon, Pharoh, pyramids, Rigas Pantos, Sphinx, trip log

Club Med Offers Summer Sunshine Specials

2011-06-07 by Phil Butler

Napitia - Italy

For those looking to find a super duper Summer vacation deal, Club Med just launched their Summer Sunshine Specials. From Portugal to Italy and far beyond, these Club Med holidays have promise for peak season travelers.

Tags: Club Med, Club Med deals, Club Med Turkey, Club Med UK, deals, Egypt travel, Med travel, Mediterranean, Summer deals, Summer Vacations, Turkey Travel, vacation deals

TUI Acquires Underwater Magic Life Assets

2011-05-26 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Club Magic Life Waterworld Imperial - Turkey

TUI Travel PLC just announced today their reaching an agreement with TUI AG and subsidiary Magic Life to acquire six companies Magic Life leases and manages through.

Tags: Egypt travel, Magic Life, mergers, restructuring, Spain, travel acquisitions, travel companies, TUI, TUI profits, TUI stocks, TUI Travel, Tunis, Tunisia travel, Turkey, Turkey Travel

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Fire Near Drapeti, Heraklion Brought Under Control

2026-07-25 By Arthur Butler

A wildfire that broke out near Drapeti in Heraklion’s Minoa Pediada municipality was quickly contained by firefighters despite strong winds. Crews remain on site to prevent flare-ups.

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Arvi’s Banana Festival Returns from 7 to 9 August

2026-07-25 By Argophilia Travel News

The 8th Arvi Banana Festival returns to southern Crete from August 7–9, 2026, with live music, theater, family entertainment, and Cretan hospitality.

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Heraklion Plans 20-Bed Support Center as Housing Shortage Strains Social Services

2026-07-25 By Mihaela Lica Butler

The Municipality of Heraklion is planning a new 20-bed support center for vulnerable residents, acknowledging that the city’s biggest challenge isn’t visible homelessness, but finding affordable housing for people who need a fresh start.

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Great News, Chania! The Municipal Market Reopening Is Only Four Years Behind Schedule

2026-07-25 By Arthur Butler

Chania completes tenant auctions for the historic Agora, targeting a December 4, 2026 grand reopening with a focus on local Cretan products.

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Heraklion Municipal Gyms Offer Affordable Fitness Across Two Modern Facilities

2026-07-25 By Manuel Santos

Heraklion Municipality opens modern fitness facilities at Pagkritio Stadium and Pateles for €30/month with full disability access.

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