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The winner is Mr. AMIT MEHROTRA
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The winner of December 2009 prize draw is Mr. AMIT MEHROTRA, TUI India client who has taken his tour in Egypt during December 2009.
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The winners are Mr. Johnny and Ms. Debra Davidson
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The winner of June 2009 Guest Comments draw are Mr. Johnny and Ms. Debra Davidson, Central Holidays clients who have taken their tour in Egypt during April 2009
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STI celebrates its 30th Anniversary
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On the occasion of its 30th anniversary, Sakkara Travel Group international affiliate STI (Sakkara Tours International) will be celebrating ...
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| International standard 18-hole golf courses are available all over Egypt, notably in cities where tourism sites abound; Cairo, Sharm el Sheikh, Hurghada, El Gouna and Luxor. These courses have been designed by world-renowned architects and offer challenging courses in addition to a variety of comfortable and luxurious amenities sought after by veteran golfers. The dream of mixing one’s favorite sport with a classical tour of Egypt, a beach vacation or a Nile Cruise has become a reality. Golf tournaments are now an acknowledged occurrence in Egypt. |
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Alexandria Sporting Club Golf Course The Alexandria Sporting club, much like its sister the Gezira Club in Zamalek, Cairo was built in 1898 and used during the British occupation. In 1952, it was taken over by the state, converted into a national club and was managed by the Chairman of the Club, Mahmoud Hamdy. Today, the golf course stands on 97 acres. It is a flat course with tricky bunkers and can be played by beginners as well as experts. The club also features four restaurants, the Club House Restaurant being the most luxurious, and the Happy Land restaurant serving the children's playground. |
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Cascades Golf Resort & Country Club at Soma Bay, Red Sea Like Gouna, Soma Bay is well known for its beautiful coastal location on the Red Sea shore, 360 days of sunshine a year, perfect temperatures for golfing! World famous golfer Gary Player designed this course. Some of the holes have been compared to those at Pebble Beach in Carmel, California. It is a spectacular 18-hole course with a driving range, pro shop, rental equipment, power carts and caddies, lessons by P.G.A. professionals, with beginner and advanced courses. Soma Bay is 40 kilometers south of Hurghada |
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Dream Land Golf course Magnificent views of the Great Pyramids of Giza can be seen while playing golf at the Dream Land Golf and Tennis, on the outskirts of Cairo. This 2,000 acre project will incorporate a theme park, shopping center, 16 cinemas, equestrian riding center, more than ten thousand residential units, nine hotels, conference center, an additional 9 hole course and the world's largest clubhouse.
Dream Land Golf course has a golf academy that hosts international professional instruction, private lessons, a night- lit turf driving range with 6 target greens and three practice greens for putting and bunker play. Dream Land Golf course has a golf academy that hosts international professional instruction, private lessons, a night- lit turf driving range with 6 target greens and three practice greens for putting and bunker play. |
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The Gezira Sporting Club Golf Course The Gezira Sporting Club, set in the middle of the Island of Zamalek in Cairo is 111 years old and features the par 70 golf course, the oldest golf course in Egypt.
Before 1952 it was an 18-hole golf course that only British nationals could use. In 1951 the club was opened to the public. |
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Jolie Ville, Movenpick Golf & Resort, Sharm El Sheikh Bermuda grass course with 18 lakes offering excellent practice facilities including a driving range and par 3 course. The golf course is 6,021 meters, playing to a par 72. Weekly golf tournaments and golf schools are arranged for hotel guests.
The clubhouse hosts a state of the art conference facility, equipped with all the latest technology including simultaneous translation booths. The pro shop is stocked with leading brands of golf merchandise. There is a 19th Hole Bar and 2 restaurants. The luxury 5 star Golf Hotel located next to the Golf Course has a fantastic water park. |
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Katameya Heights Golf Course In January of 1997, Katameya Heights Golf & Tennis Resort opened Egypt's really first Championship Golf Course. Katameya Heights is 20 minutes from Cairo's International Airport and features a 5 star deluxe resort with 27 holes of championship golf, practice facilities and a golf academy.
Set in lush, green surrounding Katameya Heights boasts a Club House with restaurants, lounges, bars, swimming pool, health spa and a state of the art fitness center and Pro Shop |
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Mena House Oberoi Golf Course The Mena House Oberoi is one of the oldest hotels in Egypt dating back to 1869! The golf course has a spectacular view of the Great Pyramids of Egypt. The hotel itself has great facilities, including conference centers, fabulous restaurants, a casino, tennis and swimming, and of course, the golf course. The golf course overlooks the Pyramids and is one of the oldest and most mature in Egypt. |
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The Pyramids Golf and Country Club The Pyramids Golf and Country Club is part of a huge resort project along the Cairo Alexandria Desert Road totaling 12 million square meters. Planned are 2,500 residential units, a five-star hotel, 34 man-made lagoons, restaurants, schools, hospitals, shopping centers, recreational facilities, a variety of golf courses, a lighted driving range and a fully equipped golf academy.
The first 27 holes of the course, including the championship 18-hole course are open for play. The clubhouse and adjacent swimming pool are finished. Set in magnificent surrounds, this course should not be missed. |
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Steigenberger Golf Resort El Gouna is a new Egyptian resort 40 kilometers north of Hurghada. On the coast of the Red Sea surrounded by numerous lagoons is the Steigenberger Golf Resort with its USPGA-sized 18-hole championship golf course. Improve your handicap and enjoy the laid back atmosphere with it's pro shop, dining terrace, health spa facilities and swimming pool. El Gouna boasts 7 hotels, a miniature racecar course and horse back riding. Wind surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving are readily available as well. |
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Royal Valley Golf Course, Luxor Situated on the East Bank of Luxor, the Royal Valley offers choices: for the low handicap the King Tut tee deck will present an extremely difficult challenge; for the higher handicap golfers, any of the forward tee positions will offer an equally enjoyable experience.
The golf course consists of 18 Holes, Par 72, 6735 Yards, Rating 72, 4 Tees. Numerous water hazards, narrow rolling fairways and its large waste areas. For high handicappers it is an enjoyable experience, while extremely challenging for low handicappers |
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