GCC bookings to Egypt climb 12%

Wego, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest online travel marketplace, reports a 12% rise in bookings to Egypt from the GCC over the past year, led by travellers from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

While Cairo, Sharm El Sheikh and Giza remain perennial favourites, emerging destinations such as Al Alamein and El Gouna are drawing increasing interest. 

Al Alamein, in particular, recently named the Arab Summer Resort Capital for 2025, has seen a surge in demand thanks to new seasonal flights from Etihad Airways, Saudia and Flydubai.

Hotel stays dominate GCC bookings to Egypt, with 93% of travellers opting for hotels and more than half choosing five-star properties. Resorts accounted for just 5%, while aparthotels made up 1%.