SONESTA Nile Cruises was celebrating at the recent World Travel Awards Africa and Indian Ocean event after sailing away with the gong for at the Best African Cruise Line.
The company was chosen from a field of seven cruise lines operating on the continent.
Sonesta has been operating deluxe hotels in the Middle East since 1982, primarily in Egypt, and is currently managing seven hotels and resorts in Egypt and a fleet of six five-star cruise ships on the Nile River offering guests the chance to sail the majestic Nile between Luxor and Aswan watching 5,000 years of history unfold.
Daily guided excursions from the cruise ships visit the historic sites of ancient Egypt, including the Temple of Philae, Komombo, Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon and Karnak and Luxor temples. In Aswan, guests may also enjoy a traditional felucca journey around Kitchener’s Island and the Agha Khan Mausoleum.
The Sonesta Collection is a distinctive international collection of upscale hotels, resorts and cruise ships. Every property reflects the energy, style and spirit of its location. Locally-inspired and artfully-presented cuisine, luxurious accommodation and passionate personal service create an authentic and memorable guest experience.
In a second recent triumph Sonesta St George Hotel Luxor was named as one of the best hotels worldwide by Studiosus Reisen receiving the Studiosus 2009 Quality Award for its outstanding level of customer satisfaction the from leading German tour operator which conducts an annual survey in which guests rate their visits at around 2,000 hotels worldwide.
The classical elegance and contemporary décor of Sonesta St George Hotel Luxor are reflected throughout the 328 guest rooms and suites, combining eternal style with generous comfort. Richly marbled bathrooms and soft lavish fabrics create a relaxing atmosphere, complemented by stunning panoramic views of the Nile River.