META Egypt – Meetings, Incentives & Corporate Events
The Middle East Travel Alliance (META) is a collective of DMCs in Jordan, Egypt, Israel, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Oman, offering unparalleled service to B2B clients seeking to explore the Middle East with ease and confidence. For Egypt, META works with Amisol to deliver locally managed programmes for meetings, incentives, conferences and corporate groups. From Cairo and the Pyramids to the Nile, Luxor, Sharm El-Sheikh and the Red Sea, They provide local knowledge and destination expertise to help event organisers build programmes around Egypt's history, culture, landscapes and hospitality. For UK event agencies and corporate planners, META provides a route into the Egyptian market through an established local partner, with support for accommodation, transport, experiences, sightseeing, group programmes and event logistics.
Egypt
Journey through Egypt's wonders with META; From the majestic Pyramids of Giza to serene Nile cruises, Amisol crafts unique experiences blending Egypt's rich history with modern comforts. Beyond unforgettable travels, Amisol champions sustainability. In partnership with Heliopolis University, SEKEM, and the Carbon Footprint Center, they prioritize carbon-reduced itineraries. Unavoidable emissions? They're offset through SEKEM's Earth Oasis initiative. With META and Amisol, explore Egypt responsibly, ensuring both memorable and sustainable adventures.
Facts & Figures
Key Regions
Cairo - Egypt's principal business and conference destination, with international hotels, meeting facilities, restaurants and access to the Pyramids of Giza.
Sharm El-Sheikh - A Red Sea resort destination suited to conferences, incentives and corporate retreats, particularly where leisure and outdoor activities form part of the programme.
Luxor - A strong cultural and incentive destination, with access to the Valley of the Kings, ancient temples and Nile experiences.
Aswan - Well suited to cultural and incentive itineraries, particularly programmes incorporating the Nile and southern Egypt.
Alexandria - A Mediterranean city offering a different setting from Cairo, with coastal, cultural and historical experiences.
Key Airports
Most major cities in Egypt, such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Sharm El-Sheikh, are well equipped with international airports. 4-5 hour direct flights from the UK.
Time Difference
UTC +3
Main Languages
Egyptian Arabic
Sa'idi Arabic
English is spoken in major cities
Currency
The Egyptian Pound
Weather & Seasons
Egypt is renowned for its year-round hot weather, with temperatures reaching up to 50 degrees but generally staying around 35 degrees. Despite the heat, temperatures can drop during the night and evenings.
Conferences
With easy access to Europe and a wealth of opportunities, conferences are possible anywhere you please- from outdoor experiences next to the Pyramids to the hustle bustle of Cairo's conference centres.
Egypt offers a range of options for meetings, conferences, congresses and corporate events, from dedicated conference facilities and international hotels in major cities to distinctive venues and experiences that can form part of a wider programme.
Cairo is particularly suited to business-focused events, with a broad choice of hotels and meeting facilities. Sharm El-Sheikh provides a resort environment where conference sessions can be combined with accommodation, dining and leisure activities.
Every region has different offerings, all of which can elevate any MICE event!
Incentives
Egypt offers many unique locations for business incentives. Due to their array of environments there is a broad range of possibilities for all things MICE. Such as, dune buggies, cliff jumping and snorkelling- the possibilities are endless.
Enjoy the busy cities and rich culture throughout the country, alongside the diverse and delectable food options. The versatility for incentives and events is incredible, and Egypt is the perfect destination to facilitate them.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ON EGYPT FOR EVENTS
TEL: +44 1628 532020
EMAIL: META@moulden-marketing.co.uk
Why META?
Regional expertise
META connects event planners with experienced local DMC teams across the Middle East, including Egypt.
B2B event specialists
META supports meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions and corporate events, with programmes designed around each client's requirements.
Tailored destination programmes
From accommodation and transport to activities and cultural experiences, META can coordinate the practical elements of a bespoke event programme.
One trusted network
With expertise across multiple Middle Eastern destinations, META provides event professionals with one established network for planning events across the region.
