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29.08.2023 - 08:55 / traveldailynews.com / Tatiana Rokou / Cruises
Pleasant Holidays also is launching vacations to the United Arab Emirates.
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA – Pleasant Holidays and its luxury brand, Journese, have launched Egypt, Jordan and Nile River Cruises and now offer custom vacations to 76 countries worldwide in Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East, Caribbean, Mexico, South Pacific, Central and South America. In addition, Pleasant Holidays has added Dubai and Abu Dhabi to its product offering in the Middle East for travel in 2023 and 2024.
Travel advisors can customize itineraries to combine Egypt and Jordan including a Nile River Cruise and dinner with a local family in Amman to experience the culture and cuisines of these iconic destinations. Over 30 hotels and 40+ destination experiences with local guides are available featuring major hotel brands such as Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and InterContinental Hotels & Resorts. Destination Management Services are provided by Travco Egypt & Jordan. Flights to Cairo and Amman are offered on EgyptAir and all major airlines with Business Class and Premium Economy options featuring flat-bed seats and other amenities. Pre and Post Nile River Cruise Extensions are available in embarkation and disembarkation cities for additional time to explore the destinations in greater detail. Custom itineraries in Egypt can include Cairo, Luxor, and Nile River Cruises. In Jordan, destinations include Amman, Petra, and the Dead Sea. Other suggested itineraries include a six-day, five-night excursion to Aswan with a 3-day Nile River Cruise ending in Luxor with flights available.
“Pleasant Holidays continues to expand globally in response to demand from travel advisors searching for more exotic international destinations for clients. Each year, thousands of Americans visit Egypt and Jordan to explore the ancient wonders and unique cultures of these mysterious destinations,” said Jack E. Richards, President & CEO.
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TUI-owned FirstChoice.co.uk has relaunched as a vibrant new travel and experiences booking platform as the brand looks to strengthen its position with the flexible, independent traveler.
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WHY IT RATES: Pleasant Holidays and its luxury brand, Journese, has added new Egypt, Jordan and Nile river cruise itineraries that can be customized to include such iconic destinations as Cairo, Luxor, Amman, Petra and the Dead Sea. — Laurie Baratti, TravelPulse Associate Writer
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