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If the conflict ends or remains contained, American travel to Egypt could recover faster than expected.
Egypt tourism is facing cancellations from many American tourists due to the Israel-Hamas war.
Great Wonders of Egypt, a Cairo-based destination management company that specializes in cultural tourism and adventure tourism, said over half of its American travelers have canceled their trips for November and December.
Intrepid Travel, which serves a large number of American tourists, has seen an increase in cancellation requests for tours in Egypt through 2023 — with the vast majority opting to book trips elsewhere, said a spokesperson.
“We think the season's really going to be lost for most operators who handle the U.S. market through the Christmas period,