Continuing his series of professional meetings during his official visit to Madrid, Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, met with officials from Edelweiss Airlines. The primary focus of the meeting was to enhance joint cooperation and increase tourist traffic to Egypt from various European markets where the airline operates.
Key Highlights of the Discussion:
Performance Review: Edelweiss officials presented their current business volume in Egypt, highlighting recent booking trends and operational success.
Strategic Expansion: The airline outlined its future operational plans, expressing a strong desire to increase flight frequencies from European hubs to Egyptian destinations.
Domestic Connectivity: A major point of discussion involved expanding domestic flight routes to link diverse tourist spots. The goal is to integrate Cultural and Leisure (Beach) Tourism, such as connecting Luxor with Sharm El-Sheikh and Alexandria with Siwa Oasis.
Enriching the Tourist Experience: This strategy aims to provide travelers with a more diverse itinerary, allowing them to explore multiple facets of Egypt during a single trip.
Attendance
The meeting was attended by:
Dr. Ahmed Youssef, CEO of the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Board (ETPB).
Mr. Ahmed Nabil, Assistant Minister for Aviation and Follow-up.
Mr. Mohamed Mohsen, Head of the Iberia and Americas unit at the ETPB.
Context of the Visit
Minister Sherif Fathy’s visit to Madrid is part of his participation in the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR 2026). His agenda includes high-level official and professional meetings with Spanish tour operators and aviation partners, alongside interviews with Spanish and international media outlets to promote Egypt's tourism sector.
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