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Egypt: Independent hospitality brand Preferred Hotels & Resorts has added six properties from Wings Encora Collection.
The additions include one hotel and five cruise experiences in Egypt, marking Preferred’s entry into the luxury cruise segment along the Nile.
All members will join Preferred’s Lifestyle Collection. They include:
- Coral Sea Holiday Resort, located in Sharm El Sheikh
- Mazaj MS Tamr – 38-cabin luxury ship
- Mazaj MS Tulip – 47-cabin luxury ship
- Mazaj Sia – nine cabins and suites, traditional sailing
- Mazaj Seba – four cabins and a royal suite, traditional sailing
- Mazaj Meroot – 10 cabins and suites, traditional sailing
“Welcoming Wings Encora Collection into our Lifestyle Collection marks a significant step in Preferred Hotels & Resorts expansion across Egypt, and the wider MENA region,” said Saurabh Rai, EVP of South Asia, Middle East, and Africa for Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “This partnership not only enhances our presence in a key destination but also diversifies our portfolio with exceptional Nile cruise experiences and a premier Red Sea resort. As we continue to grow in the region, we remain committed to offering travellers distinctive, authentic stays that reflect the richness of local culture and the highest standards of luxury.”
Ahmed El Wassief, chairman and CEO of Wings Encora Collection, added: “We are proud to partner with Preferred Hotels & Resorts and to see the Wings Encora Collection join its distinguished Lifestyle Collection. This collaboration represents a strategic milestone for us, bringing together a shared vision of authenticity, refined luxury, and meaningful travel experiences. Through this partnership, we aim to elevate Egypt’s Nile cruising and Red Sea hospitality offerings, while showcasing the depth of our culture and the quality of our destinations to a global audience.”
Highlights:
- Preferred Hotels & Resorts has expanded into Egypt, adding six Wings Encora Collection properties to its Lifestyle Collection.
- The portfolio includes one luxury resort in Sharm El Sheikh (Coral Sea Holiday Resort) and five luxury Nile cruise ships, ranging from four to 47 cabins.
- It marks Preferred’s entry into the luxury cruise segment, diversifying its offerings in Egypt and the wider MENA region.
