They own and manage a growing collection of 146 hotels and resorts across Europe and the Middle East, with 22 more under construction, under the group’s hospitality brands: Steigenberger, InterCity, Jaz, Iberotel, and Sol Y Mar Hotels and Resorts. The hospitality arms extend to Travcotels, Travco Group’s Nile Cruise company that owns and operates Egypt’s most sophisticated fleet of 21 cruise ships, in addition to two exclusive Dahabeyas.

With a vision to create complete resort experiences, Travco has also masterminded four large-scale destination resorts in Madinat Makadi in Hurghada, Almaza Bay in Mersa Matruh, Madinat Coraya in Marsa Alam, and Mirabel Resort in Sharm El Sheikh. The developments feature hotel, retail, golf, and tourist facilities, as well as extensive residential developments.

Having achieved extensive market coverage in Egypt, Travco Group expanded its presence in the region upon opening its first five-star property in the United Arab Emirates, with further plans in other Middle East destinations. By 2012, the company will have established a series of new hotel properties in the Mediterranean, Middle East and Southeast Asia.

As for further expansion plans in Europe, contracts for eleven hotels with around 2,400 rooms have already been signed and further hotels are at various stages of planning. In 2010 and 2011, InterCityHotels is expected to open in five new locations in Germany; at the Berlin Brandenburg Airport and in Bonn, Darmstadt, Mannheim and Ingolstadt. 2011 will also see the opening of two grand hotels of the Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts brand; in Leipzig and on the island of Usedom.

Steigenberger Hotels AG Building on its far-reaching experience in creating memorable holidays for its clients, and its ever growing network of partners, Travco Group acquired Steigenberger Hotels AG taking its strong regional presence to an international level.

Steigenberger is the stepping-stone of Travco’s worldwide presence, as well as its entry into the city hotel business, particularly in the German, Austrian and Swiss markets, and will further strengthen the company’s positioning in the quality segment. The complementary businesses of both companies will allow for cross-selling opportunities across the brands and further economies of scale. Steigenberger Hotels AG, based in Frankfurt, employs over 6500 employees and operates 81 hotels in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, the Netherlands and Egypt. The umbrella of the Steigenberger Hotel Group covers two individual brands: Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts, with 50 four and five star hotels, and InterCityHotel, which has 31 hotels in the upper mid-range. In 2008, the Steigenberger Hotel Group generated revenues of €494.9m. The acquisition makes Travco Group one of the largest international operators of diversified groups of hotels in Europe and the Middle East with over 142 hotels, resorts and cruises and 25,000 guest rooms in unique geographical locations, and an upward spiraling expansion planned to introduce 14 new projects in the year to come.

Jaz Resorts was created in 2006 to reflect a growing demand for high-quality holidays at five-star properties. Jaz Resorts add elegance and exceptional personality to the renowned qualities of Travco brands, and offer guests a unique blend of luxury and leisure. Carefully crafted to appeal to discerning, well-traveled guests, the Jaz brand was developed by a team of hospitality experts. Guests can experience an upscale atmosphere in contemporary and elegant architecture which is designed to impress.

Jaz currently owns and operates 10 hotel properties in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Marsa Alam, Mersa Matruh, and Ain Sokhna, with more to follow across Egypt and the Middle East, in addition to 10 Nile Cruises. Each Jaz property will offer luxury accommodations with a true sense of discovery, and designs to showcase its distinct surroundings.

Iberotel Hotels & Resorts, a subsidiary company of Travco, is part of the well reputed hotel brand operating internationally under the umbrella of TUI, the largest integrated travel group in Europe. At Iberotel, going beyond customers’ expectations is what makes our hotels the place for outstanding holidays like no where else. The successful blend of traditional hospitality featuring a high degree of comfort, hygiene and safety, together with well-trained employees, gives our hotel brands a distinctive character. Iberotel now owns and operates hotels and resorts in Cairo, Sinai, the Red Sea, and the North Coast areas, as well as the UAE, in addition to two Nile Cruises.

Sol Y Mar Resorts are designed and operated to provide customers with beach vacations in Egypt, offering a host of recreation, leisure, entertainment, wellness and sports facilities. Focusing on distinction and guest satisfaction, Sol Y Mar Resorts exude vibrant energy

a combination of sun, sand, sea and fun-filled holidays for young families, friends and couples, and offer the latest in modern day amenities throughout its network. In addition to its presence in the famed tourist destination of Sharm El Sheikh and Taba, Sol Y Mar has branched out into the virgin territories of Taba, Marsa Alam, Mersa Matruh, Madinat Makadi, Safaga and the Western Desert – allowing visitors to experience a greater range of Egypt’s natural wonders and allowing Travco to continue to geographically diversify its portfolio.

Travcotels

Egypt's leading and most prestigious River Nile cruise company, owns and operates a fleet of 21 Nile cruise ships, with more underway. As the largest Nile River cruise line, Travcotels' fleet of 5-star and 5-star deluxe ships of all categories and sizes meets the requirements and needs of the international holiday maker; whether for an individual traveler, an exclusive special interest group or a tour operator. Our commitment to our guests, added to the scale and variety provided by the fleet, guarantees our undisputed position at the head of the Egyptian Nile cruises excursion market.

A cruise along the River Nile is undoubtedly the most enjoyable and relaxing way to experience the sights and wonders of ancient Egypt. The land stretching from Luxor to Aswan, in the south of Egypt, is home to many of the world's most impressive monuments of the famed pharaonic civilization. As you cruise on the magical waters of the Egyptian River Nile, you can look around you and see lush greenery along the river Nile banks. Suddenly, an ancient pharaonic temple comes into view and takes you back in time! 

Journey with us and you will be awed by sights you have only been able to imagine before - The majestic pharaonic Temple of Queen Hatsheptsut, the vast splendor of the Valley of the Kings, where the most famous Pharaoh of all, King Tutankhamen, was buried. At night, you can attend a Sound and Light Show at the pharaonic Temple of Karnak.

Resorts & Leisure

Travco Properties is considered to be the first in changing Egypt's coastline and beach fronts by providing prestigious luxury homes and resorts for foreign families, as well as Egyptian ones, who wish to indulge in blissful beach-like lifestyles at any time of the year. What makes us, Travco Properties, amongst the leaders in the industry is our experience and devotion to what we do. It's our duty to make a difference and create escapades that are entirely private and classy to complement your requirements and comforts, and comply with your expectations. When Travco Properties introduced its concept of real estate, it took into consideration the lifestyle and standard of its privileged clients, aiming to maintain and develop it by means of introducing luxury homes and resorts.

Not only do we provide accommodation, but also full assistance throughout the stay including travel and limousine services, 24-hour security, and retail shops, in addition to a variety of F&B outlets.

Almaza Bay Resort is a 6.2 million square-meter project located 38 km East of Mersa Matruh and 25 minute drive from the airport; ideally located on one of the most extravagant Mediterranean beaches in existence. Its most pictorial sea front with white soft shell-beach sand is complemented by the clear turquoise water, making it an unbelievable imaginary picture, only it's more than real.

Designed by the internationally acclaimed Tom Krause, Almaza Bay residence will surely provide you with what are looking for. From villas to townhouses to apartments and studios, as well as the six world-class hotels, your desired comfort is now at your fingertips. Over and above, it offers a wide array of recreational facilities such as a golf course, a vast Marina, a water park, a tennis academy, a shopping mall, a world-class Spa, wellness center, horse back-riding areas, and a movie theater.

Due to its pleasant climate, Almaza Bay Resort is an ideal all year round destination for tourists and individuals alike. It provides all kinds of leisure activities to accommodate residents and ensure satisfaction and contentment.

Madinat Makadi Resort is just as beautiful with its sublime beaches and spectacular reefs, all spread on five million square meters of land. It is fused so romantically with tasteful Arabian opulence and a styled elegance that best symbolizes Egypt. 

Having a gigantic 18-hole Championship Golf Course with a layout that works its way through existing sand dunes and

offers superb views of the hotels, the Red Sea and the mountains on the other side, a shopping village, a Spa and several entertainment facilities at close proximity to all, the resort is considered to be a completely entrenched destination.

Offering 3500 residential units, from extravagant villas to spacious apartments, Madinat Makadi hasn't obliterated a single detail. In fact, it also offers Souk Makadi (Makadi Center), which is located at a walking distance from the residential area and consists of multiple shops, the wellness centre, and a variety of cafes and restaurants with different appetizing cuisines.

As a step towards tapping the country’s huge potential in Residential Tourism, Travco Properties has also stepped up efforts with construction fully underway for state-of-the-art residential units in Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh.

Golf

The Madinat Makadi Championship Golf Course is designed to accommodate the highest caliber international Championships. With over 7,500 yards from the Championship tees, this course will challenge the best players in the world. The course has also been designed with six sets of tees to accommodate all levels of golfers from beginners to touring professionals.

Each hole at Madinat Makadi is strategically designed with risk/rewards shot-making opportunities through the course. The front nine is distinctly different than the back nine, being flatter with a series of ponds and creeks to challenge the golfer, whereas the back nine is routed through the hills and wadis in the desert. The challenge on the back nine is due to the natural topography that was utilized in the design. The overall golf experience at Madinat Makadi is designed to challenge the best golfers while allowing the average players and beginners to enjoy their day on the course