Travel And Tourism in Egypt
Euromonitor International's Travel And Tourism in Egypt report offers a comprehensive guide to the market at a national level. It looks at travel accommodation, transportation, car rental, tourist attractions and retail travel. It identifies the leading companies and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market, including background information on disposable income, annual leave and holiday taking habits.
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Tables: 102 | Publication date: Nov 2008
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Product coverage
Car rental; Demand factors; Health & wellness tourism; Tourism flows domestic; Tourism flows inbound; Tourism flows outbound; Tourism receipts and expenditure; Tourist attractions; Transportation; Travel accommodation; Travel retail
Executive summary
Egypt’s transport sector is seeing major reforms
Developments taking place in maritime transport, civil aviation, rail and road networks, and urban transportation, are real proof that Egypt is seeing major reforms. Although many challenges still remain, demand for a transportation infrastructure will continue for years to come. This is all due to growing exports along with continued growth in the tourism industry.
Since transportation is the backbone of Egypt’s economy, if it does not function adequately everything slows down, not least the country’s exports and imports. This is the reason that Egypt is now taking active steps towards improving the transportation system in all its various forms. The Egyptian railway system is one area where major improvements are needed. The world’s second oldest railway system (155-year-old), it commutes half a billion people annually, which is an incentive for some extreme improvements. Ways and plans to finance the rail network systems are set for the future wellbeing of all railway users especially after the rail disasters of late that caused the death and injury of many people. Massive reconstruction is being carried out to ensure safety and efficiency.
Egypt remains an attractive holiday destination despite recent bombings
Egypt remains a lure for sun seekers and culture lovers alike. The government is placing considerable effort into reconstruction and improving the infrastructure. Its plan is to have 15,000 beds a year by the end of 2007. New extensive training programs are being introduced to the service industry to enhance the government’s future roles. Despite the 2006 Dahab bombings, tourism in Egypt is still growing and expanding. Marsa Alam, located along the Gulf of Suez and the Red Sea, is the ideal place to relax, and is becoming the new hotspot for tourists. It has small resorts; two or three hotels surrounded by the desert. It has an International airport meaning visitors can directly land. Marsa Alam is the most notable resort in this area. It has witnessed an increase in tourist numbers year after year, ranging from 50,000-70,000 tourists a year. Lately it has become so popular that in 2006 around 250,000 tourists visited Marsa Alam. Tourists who head there are of different nationalities but are mostly Italian, German, Russian and British. Marsa Alam has really added to the increase in tourism in Egypt and is expected to become increasingly popular in the coming years.
Stable monetary environment ensures Egypt remains a cheap destination for foreigners
It is clear that the Egyptian economy has stabilised and the balance of payments continues to provide surpluses for international reserves. The economy registered its second year of strong growth in 2006. However some concerns still remain, because the various sectors are unevenly affected by economic reforms. Due to the large population that continues to grow, coupled with low education levels, unemployment is one of the main challenges faced by the country today. Fortunately, Egypt is witnessing an increase in foreign investment; therefore the future will be more promising.
The Egyptian Pound has been stable since 2006 when it dramatically devalued due to its floatation on the international market. The low value of the Egyptian currency in relation to the Euro and the Dollar ensures cheap offers for international tourists especially Europeans and Americans. Some say that this is the reason why the inbound tourism figures are still increasing despite the recent bombings and the instability in the region.
Bulldozers demolish houses to dig up tombs in Luxor
Houses in the Egyptian village of Qurna in Luxor are being demolished by bulldozers to dig up tombs. About 3,200 village families are to be moved by the Egyptian government to alternative areas that it has built a few kilometres away. It took the government 60 years to move the Qurnawis while it completed building an alternative village for them. Officials view this step as a very important opportunity to explore the tombs and protect them from water damage. Already many villagers have moved to the new settlement of Taref that the Egyptian government built at a cost of US$31 million. This is considered a very positive step towards saving the tombs as the villagers have previously dug up many tombs beneath their houses and sold what they found.
Table of contents
TRAVEL AND TOURISM IN EGYPT : MARKET INSIGHT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Egypt’s transport sector is seeing major reforms
Egypt remains an attractive holiday destination despite recent bombings
Stable monetary environment ensures Egypt remains a cheap destination for foreigners
Bulldozers demolish houses to dig up tombs in Luxor
KEY TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS
Economic drivers
Legislative environment
Government tourism policy and sustainable tourism
Consumer lifestyles boosting tourism quality
Low cost carrier development
Emerging niche sectors such as eco-tourism
Internet developments
Egypt’s therapeutic tourism boom
Marsa Allam, a 5-star resort on Egypt’s north coast
Terrorism and Security
Leave Entitlement
CONSUMER DEMOGRAPHICS
Holiday Taking
Holiday Taking: Demographics
Holiday Taking: Length of Trip
Holiday Taking: Seasonality
BALANCE OF PAYMENTS
MARKET INDICATORS
Table 1 Leave Entitlement: Volume 2005-2007
Table 2 Holiday Demographic Trends 2002-2007
Table 3 Holiday Takers by Sex 2002-2007
Table 4 Holiday Takers by Age 2002-2007
Table 5 Length of Domestic Trip: 2002-2007
Table 6 Length of Outbound Departure: 2002-2007
Table 7 Seasonality of Trips 2005-2007
MARKET DATA
Table 8 Balance of Tourism Payments: Value 2002-2007
DEFINITIONS
Tourism Parameters
Travel accommodation
Transportation
Car rental
Travel retail
Tourist attractions
Health and wellness
Internet sales
Internet sales: dynamic packaging
Internet sales: traditional package holiday
Summary 1 Research Sources
LOCAL COMPANY PROFILES - EGYPT
ACCOR SAE - TRAVEL AND TOURISM - EGYPT
STRATEGIC DIRECTION
KEY FACTS
Summary 2 Accor SAE: Key Facts
COMPANY BACKGROUND
COMPETITIVE POSITIONING
Summary 3 Accor Group Egypt: Competitive Position 2007
EGYPTAIR CO - TRAVEL AND TOURISM - EGYPT
STRATEGIC DIRECTION
Summary 4 EgyptAir Co: Key Facts
Summary 5 EgyptAir Co: Operational Indicators
COMPANY BACKGROUND
COMPETITIVE POSITIONING
Summary 6 EgyptAir Co: Competitive Position 2007
NAWAS TOURISM CO LTD - TRAVEL AND TOURISM - EGYPT
STRATEGIC DIRECTION
KEY FACTS
Summary 7 Nawas Tourism Co Ltd: Key Facts
Summary 8 Nawas Tourism Co Ltd: Operational Indicators
COMPANY BACKGROUND
COMPETITIVE POSITIONING
Summary 9 Nawas Tourism Co Ltd: Competitive Position 2006
TRAVCO GROUP HOLDING, SAE - TRAVEL AND TOURISM - EGYPT
STRATEGIC DIRECTION
KEY FACTS
Summary 10 Travco Group Holding SAE: Key Facts
COMPANY BACKGROUND
COMPETITIVE POSITIONING
Summary 11 Travco Group Holding SAE: Competitive Position 2006
TOURISM FLOWS INBOUND IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
TRENDS
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
INBOUND DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE
MODE OF TRANSPORT
PURPOSE OF VISIT
INCOMING TOURIST RECEIPTS BY COUNTRY
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 9 Arrivals by Country of Origin: 2002-2007
Table 10 Leisure Arrivals by Type 2005-2007
Table 11 Business Arrivals: MICE Penetration 2005-2007
Table 12 Arrivals by Method of Transport: 2002-2007
Table 13 Arrivals by Purpose of Visit: 2002-2007
Table 14 Incoming Tourist Receipts by Country: Value 2002-2007
Table 15 Tourism Expenditure by Sector: Value 2002-2007
Table 16 Method of Payments for Incoming Tourist Receipts: % Breakdown 2005-2007
Table 17 Forecast Arrivals by Country of Origin: 2007-2012
Table 18 Forecast Arrivals by Method of Transport: 2007-2012
Table 19 Forecast Arrivals by Purpose of Visit: 2007-2012
Table 20 Forecast Incoming Tourist Receipts by Country: Value 2007-2012
TOURISM FLOWS OUTBOUND IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
DESTINATIONS
MODE OF TRANSPORT
PURPOSE OF VISIT
OUTBOUND DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE
OUTGOING TOURIST RECEIPTS BY COUNTRY
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 21 Departures by Destination: 2002-2007
Table 22 Leisure Departures by Type 2005-2007
Table 23 Business Departures: MICE Penetration % Breakdown 2005-2007
Table 24 Departures by Method of Transport: 2002-2007
Table 25 Departures by Purpose of Visit: 2002-2007
Table 26 Outgoing Tourist Expenditure by Country: Value 2002-2007
Table 27 Outgoing Tourist Expenditure by Sector: Value 2002-2007
Table 28 Method of Payments for Outgoing Tourism Spending: % Breakdown 2005-2007
Table 29 Forecast Departures by Destination: 2007-2012
Table 30 Forecast Departures by Method of Transport: 2007-2012
Table 31 Forecast Departures by Purpose of Visit: 2007-2012
Table 32 Forecast Outgoing Tourist Expenditure by Country: Value 2007-2012
TOURISM FLOWS DOMESTIC IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
TRENDS
DESTINATIONS
MODE OF TRANSPORT
PURPOSE OF VISIT
DOMESTIC TOURISM RECEIPTS
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 33 Domestic Trips by Destination: 2002-2007
Table 34 Domestic Trips by Purpose of Visit and by Method of Transport: 2002-2007
Table 35 Domestic Tourist Expenditure: Value: 2002-2007
Table 36 Expenditure per Domestic Trip: 2002-2007
Table 37 Method of Payments for Domestic Tourism Spending: % Breakdown 2005-2007
Table 38 Forecast Domestic Trips by Purpose of Visit and by Method of Transport: 2007-2012
Table 39 Forecast Domestic Tourist Expenditure: Value: 2007-2012
TRAVEL ACCOMMODATION IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
TRENDS
HOTELS
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 40 Travel Accommodation Sales by Sector: Value 2002-2007
Table 41 Travel Accommodation Outlets by Sector: Units 2002-2007
Table 42 Regional Hotel Parameters 2007
Table 43 Travel Accommodation by Sector: Number of Rooms 2002-2007
Table 44 Travel Accommodation by Sector: Number of Beds 2002-2007
Table 45 Travel Accommodation Internet Sales by Direct Suppliers and Intermediaries: Internet Transaction Value 2002-2007
Table 46 Hotel National Brand Owners by Market Share 2003-2007
Table 47 Hotels National Brand Owners by Key Performance Indicators 2007
Table 48 Forecast Travel Accommodation Sales by Sector: Value 2007-2012
Table 49 Forecast Travel Accommodation Outlets by Sector: Units 2007-2012
Table 50 Forecast Travel Accommodation Internet Sales by Direct Suppliers and Intermediaries: Internet Transaction Value 2007-2012
TRANSPORTATION IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
TRENDS
AIRLINES
PRIVATE JETS
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 51 Transportation Sales by Sector: Value 2002-2007
Table 52 Airline Capacity: 2002-2007
Table 53 Airline Utilisation: 2002-2007
Table 54 Airline % Utilisation 2002-2007
Table 55 Airline Volume Sales by Seat Class: % Breakdown: 2002-2007
Table 56 Airline Volume Sales by Distance: % Breakdown: 2002-2007
Table 57 Transportation Internet Sales by Direct Suppliers and Intermediaries: Internet Transaction Value 2002-2007
Table 58 Airline Market Shares 2003-2007
Table 59 Airlines National Brand Owners by Key Performance Indicators 2007
Table 60 Forecast Transportation Sales by Sector: Value 2007-2012
Table 61 Forecast Transportation Internet Sales by Sector: Internet Transaction Value 2007-2012
CAR RENTAL IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
TRENDS
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 62 Car Rental Sales by Sector and Location: Value 2002-2007
Table 63 Structure of Car Rental Market: 2002-2007
Table 64 Average Car Rental Duration by Sector 2004-2007
Table 65 Average Car Rental Duration: % Breakdown 2004-2007
Table 66 Time of Booking: % Breakdown 2005-2007
Table 67 Car Rental Internet Sales by Direct Suppliers and Intermediaries: Internet Transaction Value 2002-2007
Table 68 Car Rental Market Shares 2003-2007
Table 69 Car Rental National Brand Owners by Key Performance Indicators 2007
Table 70 Forecast Car Rental Sales by Sector: Value 2007-2012
Table 71 Forecast Car Rental Internet Sales by Sector: Internet Transaction Value 2007-2012
TRAVEL RETAIL IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
TRENDS
GROWTH SECTORS
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 72 Travel Retail Outlets by Sector: Units 2002-2007
Table 73 Travel Retail Products Sales: Value 2002-2007
Table 74 Travel Retail Sales by Destination: %Value Breakdown 2002-2007
Table 75 Travel Retail Products Internet Sales by Direct Suppliers and Intermediaries: Internet Transaction Value 2002-2007
Table 76 Travel Retail Internet Sales by Sector: Internet Transaction Value 2002-2007
Table 77 Travel Retail Products Market Shares 2003-2007
Table 78 Travel Retail Products National Brand Owners by Key Performance Indicators 2007
Table 79 Forecast Travel Retail Outlets by Sector: Units 2007-2012
Table 80 Forecast Travel Retail Products Sales: Value 2007-2012
Table 81 Forecast Travel Retail Products Internet Sales by Direct Suppliers and Intermediaries: Internet Transaction Value 2007-2012
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
TRENDS
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 82 Tourist Attractions by Sector: Value 2002-2007
Table 83 Tourist Attractions by Sector: 2002-2007
Table 84 Leading Tourist Attractions by Visitors 2002-2007
Table 85 Forecast Tourist Attractions by Sector: Value 2007-2012
Table 86 Forecast Tourist Attractions by Sector: 2007-2012
HEALTH & WELLNESS TOURISM IN EGYPT
HEADLINES
TRENDS
PROSPECTS
SECTOR DATA
Table 87 Number of Hotel/Resort Spas: Units 2002-2007
Table 88 Spa Sales by Type: Value 2002-2007
Table 89 Spa Consumer Markets: Domestic Tourism 2005-2007
Table 90 Spa Consumer Markets: Arrivals 2005-2007
Table 91 Forecast Spa Sales by Type: Value 2007-2012