Egypt has become the second-largest tourist destination in the Middle East and North Africa that tourists from all over the world visit for the purpose of entertainment, Arabian Business reports citing Skyscanner.
The report adds that a search on Skyscanner revealed that the UAE, Egypt and Jordan are among the most popular travel destinations in the Middle East and North Africa among travelers.
Skyscanner CEO John Mangelars noted that Egypt is popular with European travelers from the UK, Germany, Italy, Spain and the Netherlands, with demand from those markets now at 80-83 percent above 2019 levels.
In addition, domestic travel within Egypt (based on redirected tourism) is up 93 percent from 2019 levels.
Egypt is one of the most visited countries. This is a country with a huge history, and much remains to be discovered!
As a result, the country remains a great place to plan and visit to see and enjoy great events.
The report highlights Cairo, the capital of Egypt.
It is highly likely that any person arriving in Egypt will start their journey with an international flight to the city of Cairo.
Cairo has a lot to offer that will make a guest want to spend at least 3 days here before exploring other attractions.
This city is home to unique Egyptian museums that are a must-see.
The report cites the Pyramids of Giza as perhaps the most famous site in Egypt. The Pyramids of Giza are the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This is a recognizable landmark of Egypt.
The report says that there are many interesting things to discover in this place, such as the tombs of popular Egyptian leaders such as the pharaohs Cheops, Menkaure, Khafre, as well as the mysterious Sphinx.
The report mentions the Citadel of Saladin in the central region of Cairo. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the famous Ayyubid ruler Saladin.
His goal was to protect Cairo and Fustat from the crusaders. It is a fortification with several watchtowers built around it and several stunning mosques.
The list also includes the rock temples of Abu Simbel, located on the western shore of Lake Nasser.
The twin temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari were carved into the shape of a mountain and are popular attractions in Egypt.
The rocks are attractive and were created to show the power of the king over the Egyptian mountains.
The list also includes the White Desert National Park, located a few miles from the city of Cairo.
It is called the white desert because of the giant white rocks that form in the desert and give it a fantastic landscape.
They were formed by erosion and powdery mounds that look like turkeys, eagles, mushrooms and camels. At the White Desert National Park, visitors can enjoy many activities that make the whole experience magical, such as hiking and night trekking.
The report also lists Alexandria as a port and historic city, which is the second largest.
It is located along the Mediterranean Sea and is cosmopolitan. The city is unique in that it has majestic squares and era-style buildings, making it a charming, old-fashioned city.
The report says that the Red Sea coastline is a paradise for divers.
This is a highlight for many visitors to Egypt. Here you can also enjoy excellent resorts such as Sharm el-Sheikh, hotels, nightclubs, casinos, bask in the sun and sand. This is a popular holiday destination.