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For travellers looking for destinations that combine culture, history, sunshine and exceptional hotels, Egypt and Turkey offer an incredible variety of experiences.
Both countries give travellers the freedom to create very different types of holidays. A trip could centre around discovering ancient landmarks and fascinating cities, escaping to the coast for sunshine and relaxation, enjoying a luxury resort with everything on hand, or combining sightseeing and beach time within one itinerary.
In Egypt, Cairo offers access to some of the world’s most recognisable historic sights, while Sharm El Sheikh combines year-round sunshine with the crystal-clear waters and marine life of the Red Sea.
Meanwhile, Turkey brings together the energy, culture and history of Istanbul with the beautiful coastline and impressive resorts of Antalya and Belek.
For travel agents, that variety makes both destinations suitable for a broad range of clients, from couples and families to luxury travellers and those looking for a more experience-led holiday.
Here are six standout properties for you to consider.
EGYPT
5* Fairmont Nile City, Cairo
Set on the banks of the Nile, Fairmont Nile City provides an elegant base from which to experience the energy and history of Egypt’s capital.
Its location combines city convenience with impressive views across the Nile and Cairo skyline, while sophisticated Art Deco-inspired interiors create a luxurious retreat after a busy day of sightseeing.
The hotel offers elegant rooms and suites, a rooftop pool with panoramic views, spa and wellness facilities and a collection of restaurants showcasing both international and local flavours.
For clients visiting Cairo’s famous historic and cultural attractions, Fairmont Nile City provides the opportunity to combine days spent exploring with the comfort and facilities of a luxury city hotel.
5* Four Seasons Resort, Sharm El Sheikh
For clients looking to experience the Red Sea in style, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh offers an exceptional beachfront escape.
Cascading down a hillside towards the sea and surrounded by thousands of palm trees, the resort combines beautifully landscaped surroundings with a kilometre of private beachfront and access to the clear waters of a protected marine reserve.
Spacious rooms and suites, swimming pools, excellent dining and extensive resort facilities make it equally appealing to couples and families, while the Red Sea setting provides plenty of opportunities for snorkelling, diving and other water-based experiences.
It’s an excellent option for clients looking for a holiday where relaxation can be combined with memorable experiences both above and below the water.
5* Rixos Radamis, Sharm El Sheikh
Rixos Radamis Sharm El Sheikh offers another way to experience Egypt’s popular Red Sea coast, with a strong focus on the complete resort holiday.
Designed to bring accommodation, dining, leisure and entertainment together in one destination, the resort is particularly well suited to families and travellers who want plenty to do throughout their stay.
With extensive pools, activities, dining choices and entertainment, clients can spend their days relaxing in the sunshine or making the most of the resort facilities.
For agents looking for a Sharm El Sheikh option with broad leisure appeal and plenty to keep different generations entertained, Rixos Radamis is well worth considering.
TURKEY
5* Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul
Few hotels capture the character and grandeur of Istanbul quite like Çırağan Palace Kempinski.
Located directly on the European shore of the Bosphorus, the hotel occupies a former Ottoman imperial palace and combines a remarkable historic setting with contemporary five-star luxury.
Guests can choose from elegant rooms and suites, including accommodation with beautiful Bosphorus views, while the hotel’s restaurants, spa and famous infinity pool create a genuine resort feel in the heart of the city.
Its position between Beşiktaş and Ortaköy also places clients within easy reach of Istanbul’s historic attractions, shopping districts and vibrant neighbourhoods.
For travellers celebrating a special occasion or simply looking to make their time in Istanbul part of the experience itself, Çırağan Palace Kempinski is an unforgettable choice.
5* Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort, Antalya
For clients looking to escape to Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort offers a luxurious resort experience in Antalya.
The property combines stylish accommodation with extensive facilities designed to give guests plenty of choice throughout their holiday. Relaxation, dining, entertainment and activities all form part of the experience, making it suitable for couples, families and travellers who simply want to settle into resort life.
Its scale and variety make it particularly appealing for longer stays, when clients can balance relaxing days with activities and entertainment without needing to leave the resort.
For those seeking a premium Turkish Riviera holiday, Regnum Carya offers the kind of experience where the hotel becomes as important as the destination itself.
5* Rixos Premium Belek, Antalya
Set along the coastline in Belek, Rixos Premium Belek is another excellent choice for clients looking for a resort-focused holiday in the Turkish sunshine.
The property brings together a beachfront location with a wide range of facilities, dining, activities and entertainment, giving guests the flexibility to make their holiday as active or relaxed as they choose.
Families are particularly well catered for, while the resort setting, leisure facilities and range of experiences also make it appealing to couples and groups looking for an easy, high-quality escape.
With plenty available within the resort and the wider Antalya region waiting to be explored, it offers a versatile base for a Mediterranean holiday.
Two destinations, countless possibilities
What makes Egypt and Turkey particularly appealing is the variety they offer.
Clients can immerse themselves in the history and energy of Cairo or Istanbul, escape to the Red Sea in Sharm El Sheikh, or settle into a luxury resort along Turkey’s Mediterranean coastline.
For travellers who want even more from their trip, the destinations also lend themselves to multi-centre itineraries – combining city sightseeing with a few days of relaxation by the coast.
From ancient wonders and cultural discoveries to beautiful beaches and impressive resorts, Egypt and Turkey offer plenty of reasons to travel – and with Stuba’s growing selection of Direct Contract properties, agents have even more choice when finding the right stay for their clients.
