What We Do

Tourism Development

Global tourism is now generally recognized as one of the largest industries in the world and one of the most significant sources of employment and Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Tourism particularly benefits the economies of developing countries, where most of the sector’s tourism jobs and businesses are being created.

Monarch is committed to tourism development that creates a positive experience for local people, local businesses, and tourists themselves.

We implement comprehensive programs focused on improving the quality of life for local residents without compromising the future well being of the people or the planet.

Monarch has gained a strong reputation internationally as a leader in the field of sustainable tourism development. Since 2006, Monarch has initiated or completed 80 projects in more than 40 countries around the world.

Monarch’s development team is known industry-wide for helping to create tourism enterprises and destinations that are financially and socially sustainable, and good for the planet.

Our clients range from small, rural villages and community-based tourism enterprises, to national hotel chains and international tourism organizations.

We invite you to explore the following tourism development consulting services, where you can begin to find tools, read case studies and learn more about the cutting edge work that Monarch is doing to support global development through sustainable tourism.

Investment Promotion

The travel and tourism industry is critical to the global economy. This resilient industry is a leading generator of jobs and tends to outpace the growth of other major industries including manufacturing, financial services and retail.

In 2012, tourism contributed to 9% of global GDP ($6.6 trillion) and generated over 260 million jobs—1 out of 11 of jobs worldwide.

In the longer-term, Monarch believes that demand from and within emerging markets will continue to rise in significance. We assist these destinations with attracting investments in infrastructure to meet demand and achieve the clear growth potential that exists.

Monarch provides end-to-end investment promotion solutions, including prospectus development and production, investor recruiting, and sourcing debt and equity financing for a wide range of project types in the U.S., Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

Monarch is also well versed in the trends shaping tourism-related investments. One of the most important trends—particularly in developing countries—is investment using a Triple Bottom Line approach, which seeks returns on investment that are financial, social, and environmental.

A related trend shaping the market is social investing (or socially responsible investing), where the primary focus is on using investments to affect social change.

In the past three years Monarch has successfully secured more than $8 million in debt and equity commitments for ecolodges within or on the borders of national parks, and Monarch principals have combined successfully promoted tourism-related investment totaling more than $350 million.

What to Expect

Monarch and its industry partners have developed an end-to-end solution for development of small-scale lodging facilities that will be economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable and highly marketable. The core components include:

  • Market-driven Project and Site Selection – We will only pursue projects we believe have significant market potential. Assessments are based on extensive market research.
  • Tourism Branding and Tourism Marketing – graphic design services, social media, tour operator and press familiarization (FAM) trips
  • Conceptualization Support – From initial market research through financial feasibility analysis, Monarch will assist with the development of reformulated and enhanced business plans and prospectus documents to make investing opportunities as competitive as possible
  • High levels of Local Ownership – So that communities will have a significant stake in the outcome. We will seek to provide local communities and/or individuals with 20-30 percent of total project equity, based upon the value of the land provided (regardless of the source, i.e., could be provided through a government concession in a protected area), and sweat equity contributions.
  • Social Investments – Clear articulation of the triple bottom line to attract social impact investors.
  • Recruitment of Financing – Targeting investment promotion activities to create awareness and generate leads. Solimar will also plan and organize a familiarization tour for prospective investors to secure their commitment.

Business & Product Development

Tourism is a complex service-driven global industry that is constantly evolving, and the skills and knowledge required to operate a tourism business are pertinent to its success.

Monarch International has literally written the book on creating sustainable tourism enterprises and experiences through our proven methodology developed over our past 10 years of enterprise development experience.

Our process brings businesses from concept to profitable enterprises that contribute to both conservation and communities.

These tools have been primarily developed to target entrepreneurs with limited formal education and have been primarily used with poor communities in developing countries.

Tourism enterprises can have an incredible impact on their destination by creating jobs, contributing to GDP, bringing in new markets for goods and services, increasing an area’s visibility, all while protecting the local environment and preserving cultural heritage.

Though, all of these benefits do not occur automatically, but must be properly integrated into the sustainable functioning of tourism enterprises.

Monarch’s enterprise development approach has been used to develop and support more than 20 sustainable tourism enterprises—from Africa to Latin America—to maximize their triple bottom line of Profits-People-Planet.

What to Expect

  • Tourism Assessment Concept Development: Developing sustainable tourism enterprises begins with an assessment that analyzes both supply and demand for tourism products and services that lead to well thought out and researched concepts that include a foundation of product ideas, market understanding and local feasibility. Starting from the concept stage, Monarch helps businesses evaluate their possible contributions to local communities and the surrounding environment.
  • Business Planning: Monarch then turns the tourism assessment information and tourism product “concepts” into full-fledged business plans and tour packages. The business plans serve as a “road map” for moving forward with product development and take into account the conservation and development objectives and clearly articulates the resources needed to realize those goals. Monarch has assisted with or led the authoring of over 30 tourism business plans and has expertise in market analysis, competition analysis, strategic positioning and financial modeling for tourism SMEs.
  • Operations Planning: While having a business plan is important, having a clear operations plan and trained operations manager will greatly increase the potential for business success. Monarch has extensive experience running operations training programs that take managers through all of the facets of running a tourism business including staffing, logistics, inventory, cash handling, financial reporting, customer service, leadership and more.
  • Tour Planning and Guide Training: Local guides act as the “ambassadors” for their communities and destinations, and guided tours are a vital product that a tourism enterprise offers to enrich the visitor experience.
  • Though it sounds simple, creating an engaging and well-delivered guided tour takes tedious planning and practice, practice, practice! Monarch helps develop interpretive tours and trains interpretive guides that focus on communicating central messages which help tourists learn, feel motivated and empowered to contribute to a more sustainable world.
  • Sales and Marketing: Lack of an effective sales and marketing strategy will often lead an otherwise well planned and run business to failure. Many small tourism businesses lack the technological or financial capabilities to effectively market themselves to their target markets. Monarch helps equip small businesses with content, collaborative strategies and partnerships to increase their marketing reach and sales leads.

Circuit & Route Development

The flow of people in and around a destination presents an important opportunity to enhance tourism’s ability to generate significant economic impact, especially in rural and remote destinations.

Monarch develops tour itineraries, circuits, and routes as a means to help visitors understand, approach and appreciate a destination.

As active marketing tools, circuits and routes can be developed around a particular theme to attract visitors and increase their length of stay.

The strategic development of circuits and routes can also diversify the tourism products and experiences in a country.

This diversification of tourism assets can spread benefits to small businesses and rural communities while reducing pressure on the most frequently visited areas—such as those designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Monarch focuses the development of circuits and routes by bringing together a network of stakeholders—including the government, associations, local communities and the private sectors—to work together and cooperate effectively in order to market and conserve the destination.

Monarch has developed a number of tourism routes and circuits in countries around the world—including 11 artisan-themed tourism circuits throughout the maze-like streets of the Medinas in Fez and Marrakech, Morocco.

Monarch also facilitated the creation of “La Ruta Amistad”, a cultural route linking Costa Rica and Panama, and designed marketing materials to help visitors travel more sustainably.

What to Expect

  • Identification – Monarch will conduct a thorough assessment, evaluation and prioritization of the routes and circuits to be developed.
  • Local Engagement – We work with with key stakeholders through a participatory process to develop a shared vision and strategic guidelines for the development and marketing of the route.
  • Evaluation – We assess all of the opportunities and gaps pertaining to the route—including attractions, tourism infrastructure, services, environmental issues, and community engagement.
  • Development – Monarch will help develop through route through formally engaging all route participants and enabling organizations.
  • Marketing and Promotion – Developing and implementing a marketing strategy for the route that addresses the target markets, branding, competitive positioning and communications strategy.

MONARCH WOMEN IN TECH STARTUP COMPETITION: MIDDLE EAST

Tourism Empowers Women

According to the Monarch Foundation, women make up most of the tourist workforce in major parts of the world. Monarch is always committed to gender equality.

As mandated in Sustainable Development Goal 5, referring to women empowerment by supporting women’s rights and improving their participation in the business realm.

Monarch’s global report on tourism found that more than 54% of people employed in the tourism are women, while in the Arab world, women represent 8% of the regional tourist workforce.

Monarch is continuously seizing opportunities to highlight the role of women in the tourism sector, and particularly Arab women.

Women and Technology

Technology has become a driven tool for all travelers and tourism businesses.

In the Arab region, 34% of tech focused startups were founded by women, and 57% of science technology, engineering, and math (STEM) graduates are women.

Monarch is committed to support Arab entrepreneurs, boosting their tourism business careers.

Hence, the industry is always searching for businesswomen with technological solutions and specialized skills to oversee smart digital projects.

For this reason, Monarch launched a startup competition to find the most innovative tech-driven startups in the realm of tourism, managed by women.

Monarch and Innovation

Since 2015, the Innovation, Education and Investments Department at Monarch Foundation has launched 27 global, regional, and specific startup competitions and challenges in more than 144 countries.

In parallel, it has organized 27 Tourism Tech Adventures (Innovation Forums) in 18 countries, with an additional 9 online editions. A total funding of +162 USD million has been raised for Top Startups.

New discoveries and research .

Mummies With Golden Tongues Found in Ancient Egyptian Burial Site

A new discovery in Egypt includes mummies with some rather unique accessories.

According to CNN, archeologists from the University of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic unearthed 16 new burial shafts in the Taposiris Magna Temple.

The team, led by Dr. Kathleen Martinez, have been working at the site for years and finding intriguing new clues to Egypt’s past, including finding mummies of “high status” individuals that could provide clues to the whereabouts of Cleopatra’s tomb back in July 2020.

This more recent discovery found mummies from the Greek and Roman eras, which were in “poor condition,” according to CNN, but had some fascinating objects buried with them.

Cairo Eye

Africa’s Largest Observation Wheel

Africa’s Largest Observation Wheel Will Make Its Debut in Egypt Next Year — and It Promises Views of the Famed Pyramids .

Riders will soar 400 feet above the city’s Zamalek neighborhood while enjoying views of downtown Cairo, the pyramids, Sphinx, and beyond.

Egypt is aiming to put its capital city back on the tourism map with the new Cairo Eye, the largest observation wheel in Africa and the fifth-largest in the world.

Cairo Eye riders will climb nearly 400 feet above Zamalek, a posh district on Gezira Island, just a bridge away from downtown Cairo.

Like the world’s four tallest observation wheels — found in London, Dubai, Las Vegas, and Singapore — Cairo’s wheel promises bird’s-eye views for up to 31 miles on clear days.

That puts the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx (under 15 miles away) well within sight.

The over $31 million project includes 48 cabins that can hold up to eight individuals. But it’s more than a standalone wheel; it’s a full-on entertainment hub.

On-site restaurants, a boat dock, an events hall, and cafes will elevate the Cairo Eye experience. Egypt’s tourism leaders anticipate the wheel will attract up to two and a half million visitors annually.

“Cairo Eye will play a strategic role in sustainable tourism development, in line with Egypt’s vision 2030,” Monarch Vacations CEO & President Mohamed El Refaie said at a press conference, according to Egypt Today. “The project complements the efforts underway to reshape and upgrade the capital, including Ahl Misr Walkway project, which is currently being constructed on the Nile Corniche in Cairo, as well as other development projects.”

This investment is a big deal for the capital city. In recent years, the adjacent city of Giza, home to the Sphinx and pyramids, has received the lion’s share of tourism projects.

From Giza’s long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum to the new pyramids visitor center and the recently opened Sphinx International Airport, it’s obvious Egypt is betting big on Giza tourism.

But as Mohamed El Refaie confirmed in the press conference, Egypt is setting its sights on Cairo tourism — and the Cairo Eye and soon-to-open Ahl Misr Walkway, a three-mile path along the Nile River, just north of Zamalek, are proof of that. The walkway, which will be integrated with the Cairo Eye, boasts everything from theaters and restaurants to over 50 shops with Nile River views. It’s over 90% complete.

Travel Products Packing Lists

The Ultimate Egypt Packing List

Here’s all the clothing, shoes, gear, and accessories you need for your first trip to Egypt.

The allure of a trip to Egypt is undeniable; the bucket-list destination is one of the world’s oldest and most intriguing countries with an equally rich modern culture to match.

Still, Egypt gets extremely hot (we’re talking up to 109 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer months), and has a predominantly Muslim population, so there are things to consider when curating a packing list as a visitor.

You won’t want to get caught wearing inappropriate garments or becoming too sweaty to enjoy the experience, so we spoke to a handful of Egypt travel experts to get their insights on exactly what you’ll want to pack (and other important tips to keep in mind).

This guide will help ensure you’ve got everything you might not have thought about for your trip to Egypt but don’t forget your usual travel essentials as well!

It’s pretty easy to find replacement toiletries or electronics while in Cairo but nobody wants to spend their vacation hunting for something instead of sightseeing.

Packing Checklist for Egypt

Packing for Egypt takes a little extra planning than, say, Spain or Italy, but with a little thoughtfulness you’ll be well on your way to an unforgettable experience. Here are all the things you need in one comprehensive vacation checklist.

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Hurghada

Egypt’s Red Sea Gem – Diving, Mountains & Luxury

If you’re searching for a holiday spot that offers the perfect combination of relaxation, adventure, and culture, look no further than Hurghada, the Red Sea resort town in Egypt.

Located on the shores of the turquoise Red Sea, with its blue skies and golden sand, this resort town is an ideal destination for travellers seeking a one-of-a-kind vacation experience. With plenty of Western influence, Hurghada is a popular destination well worth your visit, just like Sharm El Sheikh.

Whether looking to rest and restore, play and connect, or inspire yourself, Hurghada’s tourist promenade offers something for everyone. From the best beaches starting at Sigala, Sahl Hasheesh, and Makadi Bay, to exploring the marine life and coral formations, many activities exist.

Experience the Rich Marine Life and Coral Formations in Hurghada

Hurghada is a diving paradise with warm and clear waters that offer excellent visibility, making it a favourite destination for divers worldwide.

For those who want to get PADI certified this season, this is the perfect place to do so. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the Red Sea’s marine life and coral formations, as well as wreck diving, such as at Shadwan Island. 

With a range of diving centres in the region, you can rest assured that you’ll find the perfect diving experience that fits your preferences and skill level.

Island Hop to Giftun Islands and Gota Abu Ramada

If you’re a snorkelling and scuba diving fan, you must take advantage of the chance to island hop to Giftun Islands. Also known as “The Aquarium,” the islands are home to some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world. Here, you can enjoy a day of snorkelling or scuba diving in crystal-clear waters while enjoying the magnificent blue-gold landscape. Gota Abu Ramada, a dive site, is also located here.

Adventures in the Mountains and Desert when at Hurghada

While Hurghada is famous for its beaches and diving spots, there’s much more to explore in this stunning region. If you want a more adventurous experience, head into the mountains and the desert. Enjoy quad biking, Jeep expeditions, and dune buggy trips in the desert, or book a Bedouin dinner tour for a more cultural experience. Of course, the stunning mountains of Hurghada are also worth exploring, with plenty of opportunities for hiking and trekking.

Kitesurfing and Wakeboarding in El Gouna

El Gouna is a small town 25 kilometres north of Hurghada and is known for its luxury resorts, stunning beaches, kitesurfing and wakeboarding. This is an excellent place for adventure enthusiasts to enjoy water sports, with plenty of equipment rental shops and expert instructors to help you master the sports. So whether you’re an experienced Kitesurfer or a beginner, El Gouna has something to offer everyone.

Luxurious hotels & resorts to stay when at Hurghada

Hurghada has its fair share of luxurious resorts in Egypt. Among the best resorts are The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh, Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay, Chedi El Gouna, Casa Cook El Gouna, Rixos Premium Magawish Suites and Villas, and Baron Palace Sahl Hasheesh. These resorts offer breathtaking views of the Red Sea and world-class amenities such as private beaches, infinity pools, and spa facilities.

The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh, for instance, is a serene sanctuary with a private beach, lush gardens, and luxurious rooms and suites. Meanwhile, Chedi El Gouna offers a contemporary retreat in a picturesque setting, featuring stylish rooms and villas, a spa, and an infinity pool with views of the lagoon. So whether seeking a romantic getaway or a family vacation, these resorts offer the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and relaxation.

The new, eco-friendly Serry Beach Resort in Hurghada

The latest luxury hospitality offering in the Red Sea region is the Serry Beach Resort in Hurghada, a prestigious Preferred Hotels & Resorts – Lifestyle member. This newly opened private beachfront property boasts 453 scenic accommodations of seven different types, including penthouses, signature suites, and up to four-bedroom suites.

The resort prides itself on being the first sustainable luxury resort in the capital of the Red Sea and the first environmentally friendly luxury resort in the region. Its ecologically friendly architecture and decor are inspired by earthy, minimalist Arabesque Zen and Egyptian culture, with each room, chalet, and suite designed to provide a sense of peace and cosiness.

The resort uses natural and locally manufactured furniture, handcrafted clay pots, and paintings, working with community carpenters, farmers, artists and artisans. In addition, it uses natural stone, solar energy, and water recycling to lessen its carbon footprint.

Serry Beach Resort offers a unique cultural and culinary experience through five different outlets inspired by local heritage and an array of bespoke experiences, including a certified five-star PADI diving centre. This resort is an excellent option for travellers who seek both luxury and authenticity to the city’s tourist promenade.

Hurghada offers a plethora of activities for every traveller, from beach bums to adventure enthusiasts. With its magnificent beaches, incredible marine life, and fascinating desert landscapes, this resort town is an ideal destination for a unique and unforgettable vacation experience.

World Ocean Day

UNWTO AND MONARCH FOUNDATION LOOK TO NET-ZERO FUTURE ON WORLD OCEAN DAY

UN and Private Sector: Together for Ocean Action

The expert panel discussion, organised by the MonarchFoundation and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to explore the subject of “Tourism Ocean Action for a Net Zero Future”, featured contributions from leaders from across the public and private sectors.

  • Opening the event were UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili, Ambassador Peter Thomson, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, and UNWTO Executive Director Zoritsa Urosevic
  • Representing the private sector were tourism and travel professionals from the USA and Europe, including Nourhan El Refaie , Chair of the Monarch Foundation Executive Committee and Executive Chairman of the Cruise Division of Monarch Group, and world-renowned explorer Mr. Mike Horn.
  • Also contributing were keynote speaker Amy Meek, Co-founder of Kids Against Plastic, Carl Gustaf Lundin, Senior Adviser at Mission Blue and an Monarch Foundation Advisory Board Member, and Frédéric Degret, Chief Executive Officer of NOAH Regen and UNWTO Secretary-General’s Special Advisor on Ocean and Climate Action.

Mapping the Route to Sustainability

With coastal and maritime tourism accounting for at least 50% of global tourism, according to the Ocean Panel, and 40% of all related export value, the high-level discussions focused on the critical interplay of tourism and oceanic sustainability.

  • Strategies outlined for achieving this centred on investing in the protection and regeneration of blue carbon ecosystems and nature-based solutions that maximise their ability to draw down carbon, while simultaneously advancing the decarbonisation of tourism operations and enhancing the resilience of local communities.
  • Policymakers and business leaders shared insightful policies, strategies and solutions to accelerate tourism ocean action. These included the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative, the Global Roadmap for Food Waste Reduction in Tourism, and the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, all building momentum towards a Blue COP 28.

A Shared Vision for Tourism Ocean Action

UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili said: “Finding the right balance between tourism operations and the health of our planet has never been more important. Coastal and cruise tourism have a critical role to play in the global economy.

At the same time, coastal and cruise tourism have a key role to play in the protection of our oceans. This is why the UNWTO is working with partners like Monarch to advance Climate Action.”

Nourhan El Refaie, Chair of the Monarch Foundation Executive Committee and Executive Chairman of the Cruise Division of Monarch Group said:  “Our partnership with UNWTO, exemplified in the ‘Tourism Ocean Action for a Net Zero Future’ panel, is crucial in our shared vision for responsible tourism.

We are confident that we will exceed the International Maritime Organization’s 40% carbon intensity reduction goal before the 2030 deadline, and are actively working towards achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.”

Monarch Foundation Executive Director Magda Ahmed added “The path to sustainability can only be a journey travelled together in dialogue and concerted action. So I would like to thank UNWTO for their valued partnership in making this event possible.”

World Ocean Day

Together for Ocean Action

Karnak Open Air Museum

Open Air Museum

Karnak Open Air Museum is an archaeological museum in Luxor, Egypt. It is located in the northwestern corner of the Precinct of Amon-Re at the Karnak complex.

In 1987 the Egyptian Antiquities Organization decided to open the first part of the museum in order to display the most interesting blocks.

Overview

Open Air Museum at Karnak temple contains some unique historical, now reconstructed, chapels. The museum is located to the left side of the court yard and costs extra 25LE.

The excavations have been carried at Karnak since the end of 19th century.

Thousands of decorated blocks and different objects were found at the site.

The great number of these pieces, as well as their historical and artistic interest, have justified the creation of a museum to allow them to be viewed in the best possible conditions, not only for the specialists, but also for the public.

No doubt that the Open air Museum at Karnak is a very important historical addition to this vital monumental area.

Red Chapel of Hatshepsut

The Red Chapel of Hatshepsut, or the Chapelle Rouge originally was constructed as a barque shrine during the reign of Hatshepsut.

She was the fifth pharaoh of the eighteenth dynasty of Ancient Egypt and ruled from approximately 1479 to 1458 BCE.

Dated to year 17 of Queen Hatshepsut’s reign, ca 1473 BCE. The function of this monument was to house the sacred bark of Amen.

It is believed that the chapel stood in the sanctuary of the temple and later on was replaced by the chapel of Phillip Arridaeus (323-317 BCE) which is still in place in the central part of the temple.

White Chapel of Senusret I

The White Chapel as seen looking from south towards north, is made of limestone. Its columns hold reliefs of a very high quality, which are hardly seen elsewhere at Karnak, and depicts Pharaoh Senusret being crowned and embraced by Amun, Horus, Min and Ptah.

Its blocks of fine limestone were reused by Amenhotep III to build the 3rd Pylon and they remained buried there for more than 3000 years.

On the outside wall a series of columns lists each of the names, or administrative districts of Egypt, along with its size and capital city.

The chapel was reconstructed in this area in 1935 and was restored in 1985-86.

Barque Shrine of Tuthmosis III

The barque shrine of King Tuthmosis III, in front of the fourth pylon. It was dismanteled and used as filler for third pylon.

Chapel of Amenhotep I

Chapel of Amenhotep I, 18th dynasty, in North West Corner of Karnak Temple compound. It was dedicated to the god Amun.

Later it was modified by Hatshepsut circa 1465 BCE, and then dismanteled by Amenhotep III and was used as fill for third pylon.

Also known as the the Alabaster Chapel it was reconstructed in this place in 1947.

Its original position in the temple precinct is unknown, but probably it was originally at the site of the chapel of Thutmosis III on the east side of the sacred lake as the names of these two buildings are similar.

Chapel of Amenhotep II

Barque Chapel of Amenhotep II, was a small calcite shrine of a rectangular structure with a roof and a single entrance door, opening to the east.

It too was disassembled the “festival court” of Thutmose II for the construction of the third pylon, he dismantled the shrine and used part of it as fill.

Chapel of Thutmosis IV

Chapel of Thutmosis IV, was intended for people who had no right of access to the main [Karnak] temple. Originally constructed against the back or eastern walls of the main Karnak temple building, it was reconstructed in the Open Air Museum by CFEETK mission in Karnak.

Peristyle Hall of Thutmosis IV

Thutmosis IV erected this brightly painted sandstone Peristyle Hall in the court of the fourth pylon of Karnak during his reign.

Cafés in Cairo

THE 5 BEST Cafés in Cairo

1- ZEN Cafe & Lounge

The perfect place for light bites and traditional afternoon tea in addition to delicious pastries, fresh bakeries and refreshing coffee in a modern setting.

Holiday Inn Cairo Maadi, 29 Corniche El Nil, Cairo 11511 Egypt

2- El Fishawi

In the heart of Islamic Cairo, deep in the maze of narrow passages of Khan el-Khalili bazaar, El Fishawy Cafe has been serving tea, coffee, and sheesha to locals and travelers for over two centuries.

Midan Hussein, Cairo 11511 Egypt

3- Oasis Lounge

Triumph Luxury Hotel Block 19 In Front Of Katameya Heights, Cairo 11511 Egypt

4- Naguib Mahfouz Cafe

Local cuisine, Cafe, Middle Eastern, Egyptian, Vegetarian Friendly

5 El Baddistan Lane Khan el-Khalili, Cairo 11511 Egypt

5- Cafe Corniche

Takeout, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Seating, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service

InterContinental Cairo Semiramis Hotel Corniche El Nile Downtown, Cairo 11511 Egypt

Sustainable Tourism Programme

ONE PLANET

Mainstreaming sustainable consumption and production (SCP) in tourism

The One Planet Sustainable Tourism Programme is currently guided by the Global Strategy for Sustainable Consumption and Production 2023-2030 which proposes to accelerate the sustainable transformation of the tourism sector, focusing on climate neutral, nature supportive and pollution free operations.

The One Planet Sustainable Tourism Programme aims to accelerate sustainable consumption and production (SCP) in tourism policies and practices to address the challenges of climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss.

It supports the integration of circular economy principles and practices as a  pathway to decouple tourism operations from environmental degradation and build resilience.

Through its work, the One Planet Sustainable Tourism Programme sets the SCP agenda in the tourism sector to advance the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12 and also delivers progress under connected goals such as SDG13, SDG14 and SDG15, respectively on climate action and the protection of marine and terrestrial ecosystems.

The One Planet Sustainable Tourism Programme is one of the six programmes of the  One Planet network and started operating in February 2015.

By leading the implementation of the Programme, UNWTO has supported translating the complexity of SCP into actionable areas for tourism stakeholders, bringing added value to more than 700 members, and generating dialogue between environment and tourism stakeholders. The Programme has also positioned circularity and sustainable consumption and production as key strategies to accelerate climate action in tourism as well as the blue economy.

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