Egypt: Rixos Hotels Egypt welcomes the recently signed agreement between Abu Dhabi Ports Group and Egypt’s Red Sea Ports Authority to develop major port projects along Egypt’s coast.
The agreement, in association with the Red Sea Ports Authority and the Egyptian Group for Multipurpose Terminals Company, allows AD Ports Group to develop, operate, and manage multipurpose terminal cruise ships to dock at Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, and Safaga seaports.
Mr. Erkan Yildirim, Managing Director of Rixos Hotels Egypt said in a press statement at the Arabian Travel Market exhibition in Dubai that the development plans for cruise ship lines to have a linking route along the coastlines of Abu Dhabi, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, and Aqaba is a fruition of the ambitious and long-awaited projects to activate intra-Arab tourism through sea travel. The convenience and worthy experience this plan offers to tourists and travelers are highly-anticipated by the hospitality industry in the region.
He said, “We are pleased that the government of Abu Dhabi and Egypt has come into this agreement in an effort to boost international tourism and recover from the global halt brought by the pandemic. Aside from direct flights between countries, tourists are now offered with this alternative to visit outstanding destinations.”
Cruise ships sailing across the Gulf to the Red Sea expect to attract tourists from European, Asian, and other Arab countries with the route offering an experience itself and the destination known for rare coral reefs, mild weather, natural reserves, and luxurious resorts. “Egypt is covered with touristic attractions across Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada where Rixos Hotels Egypt’s famous properties are located. We are excited to welcome our guests and offer them the most luxurious hospitality experience,” he added.
“Our properties are one of the best in Egypt and is well-known globally. We make sure that a visit is already an experience for our valued guests. Our chain includes Rixos Premium Seagate, Rixos Sharm El Sheikh, and the newest and largest property in Hurghada, the Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas,” Mr. Erkan concluded.
Cruise ships will be sailing across the Gulf to the Red Sea and vice versa which is expected to attract not only tourists from GCC region and other Arab countries, but also travelers from European-Mediterranean locations.
For more information, you may call +20 65 34 64 620, email at magawish@rixos.com, visit www.rixos.com or for more updates, follow https://www.instagram.com/rixossharm/ and https://www.facebook.com/rixossharm/, https://www.instagram.com/rixospremiumseagate and https://www.facebook.com/rixospremiumseagate
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About Rixos Hotels
Rixos Hotels, established in 2000, is one of the world’s fastest growing, luxury hotel chains. Dedicated to offering traditional Turkish hospitality and a unique spa experience in the finest surroundings and luxury ambience, Antalya based group owns and operates premium resorts & villas including city hotels in key regions as diverse as Turkey, Europe, CIS Countries, North Africa and Middle East.
Rixos Hotels portfolio of exceptional properties is sited in prime and historic locations. With more than 10,000 staff serving all its properties, Rixos Hotels have developed an innovative guest experience that blends the best of the new and old. Designed to offer a unique luxury long stay experience, the Rixos villas are beautifully furnished. Tailor-made service with private butler and concierge is the ultimate choice of the world’s most distinguished travellers.
At the heart of every Rixos hotel is a revitalizing Wellness and Spa Center with an authentic Turkish Hammam, offering a unique spa treatment, menu and atmosphere.
Known for their hospitality, attentive personalized service and fine cuisine, Rixos Hotels received global recognition and top ratings from distinguished specialist professional bodies such as the American Five Star Diamond Award, Conde Nast, and World Travel Awards.
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