TUI has recently launched its inaugural Nile river cruise ship, Al Horeya, and announced its coveted Top 100 Hotels of 2025, marking exciting developments for travel enthusiasts.
The Al Horeya, TUI's first vessel to navigate the Nile, offers passengers the chance to explore Egypt's rich ancient history on week-long, all-inclusive voyages departing from Luxor. This 141-passenger ship promises modern comforts and captivating experiences, priced at approximately £1,799 per person for the full package, including flights and transfers. Travelers can engage with the ship’s resident Egyptologists who guide excursions to world-renowned sites like the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple.
What makes this cruise particularly appealing is the freedom it offers; guests can either design their own itineraries or join a variety of curated, reasonably priced tours directly from the ship. This flexibility is especially beneficial for those who may feel apprehensive about exploring unfamiliar territories alone.
TUI aims to make every experience special, as highlighted by the Al Horeya’s onboard amenities, including the first swimming pool among TUI's river fleet, hot tubs, and bars both indoors and outdoors. The dining options feature local cuisine such as tagines and roasts, geared to fuel guests for their daily explorations.
Meanwhile, TUI has also unveiled its highly anticipated list of the Top 100 Hotels of 2025, showcasing properties from its vast portfolio of approximately 14,000 hotels worldwide. Selected based on millions of guest reviews, these establishments reflect exceptional guest satisfaction and commitment to serving visitors well.
Stefan Baumert, Chief Commercial Officer Markets at TUI, expressed, “This award is a testimony to the commitment, excellence, and great hospitality of our hotel partners. We are excited to recognize them at the awards ceremony in Berlin.” The ceremony is set for March 3, 2025, highlighting the winners and offering them well-deserved recognition.
This year’s Top 100 Hotels list features accommodations from 11 countries across 33 distinct destinations, with Greece and Spain leading the way, each contributing 25 hotels. Turkey follows with 17, with Cyprus and Egypt also represented significantly.
Notably, the list includes 38 newcomers, which emphasizes how customer expectations continue to evolve alongside the hospitality industry. TUI recognizes diverse hotel categories, ensuring travelers have options from family-run establishments and boutique stays to luxurious resorts.
Phill Iveson, Director of Accommodation Product & Sourcing at TUI, remarked, “Creating the perfect vacation experience is about every detail of the hotel stay. We are honored to work with hotel partners who provide unforgettable guest experiences.”
This gathering of outstanding hotels aims not only to recognize excellence but also to inspire continuous improvement across the industry. With TUI setting benchmarks for customer satisfaction, guests can look forward to memorable stays across their selected accommodations.
With both the cruise experience on the stunning Nile and the Top 100 Hotels announcement, TUI is undeniably elevatng travel experiences for 2025 and beyond. This simultaneous focus on both groundbreaking cruises and remarkable hotels speaks to TUI's mission of making vacation experiences worthwhile and extraordinary.
Travelers excited about upcoming journeys can anticipate adventures filled with culture, exploration, and the comfort of exceptional hospitality as TUI leads the way toward making the next travel year one to cherish.