9 teams of young entrepreneurs have started their journeys with the 3-month pre-incubation, the second phase of doroob program. Get to know more about their ideas:
Esna Routes, led by Mohamed Senousy
Esna Routes is a community Tourism Guiding Experience. It is a comprehensive project aimed at leveraging the expertise of 50 university graduates in tourism and archaeology to develop guided tour routes in the “Esna” of the Nile Upper Egypt region. This initiative will not only enhance tourism experiences but also contribute to local economic development and cultural preservation.
Travel Ease, led by Mohamed Abozaid
Travel Ease provides transportation services to visitors and tourists in Egypt who are looking for hassle free transportation without being tied to fixed tourism programs with tourism companies. They target visitors who enjoy making all the arrangements themselves and with absolute freedom. Additionally, they can also help them with booking tickets, visiting bazaars and shops, and booking restaurants and popular places to have an enjoyable experience.
Thatgirlfromegypt, led by Rana Shaaban
Thatgirlfromegypt was established to fill in the gap of having an entity that promotes cultural travel through customized itineraries around Egypt. It has always been a set/pre-planned itinerary and the lack of immersing young Egyptian youth in their country, culture, and exploration of their heritage through local communities. Thatgirlfromegypt works on promoting sustainable and cultural tourism around Egypt through customized itineraries and tailored airport-to-airport programs.
Goia led, by Youssef Talaat
Goia is a mobile app that modernizes the tourism experience without needing extra devices like VR headsets. It works like a tour guide and more. It helps you book tickets, audio-visual navigation inside the museum, auto artefact detection using AI to display accurate information with different types like visuals, text or sound or sign language, 3D models of archaeological broken artefacts, and a community platform for sharing museum visit experiences. The app is designed to make tourism in Egypt easy and enjoyable for everyone, including young Egyptians and tourists, also Goia integrates new educational experiences to inspire young Egyptians to love their history and culture.
ITHAKA, led by Nurhan Rani
With ITHAKA platform, you can find a reliable source of information on hidden gems and local experiences. Moreover, you can match and connect with fellow solo travelers and backpackers. Last but not least, you can plan and book affordable, curated itineraries focused on hidden gems. Also one of our main core values is to empower local service providers who are unable to access tourists by providing digital tools and dashboards to boost their sales and expand their business reach.
Nur Ecolodge, led by Passant Ali
Passant’s idea is to convert one of the old mudbrick houses, in the Habu Temple area of Luxor, into a small, affordable boutique hotel, as the area is not currently being used for tourism. The hotel will be restored and modified by specialists in restoration and environmentally sensitive architecture, who have a very strong track record in delivering similar developments. In addition to the architectural features, the hotel will also provide environmental features such as solar energy and water saving devices. The hotel will be the first of its kind in the Habu area, as we will preserve the current shape of the house and retain the eco-materials currently in place.
Sandal led by Mohamed Yehia
Sandal Tours App is an ambitious concept poised to revolutionize travel experiences in the provincial towns of the Nile Delta and Upper Egypt. Our vision is to create a mobile application for iOS and Android platforms that will seamlessly connect visitors with local service providers, fostering cultural exploration, educational enrichment, and economic empowerment within these underserved regions of Egypt. The app is a commitment to inspiring and informing travelers, igniting their curiosity about the rich history, art, culture, and natural beauty of the area. Through meticulously curated content, including thematic articles, captivating photo essays, interactive maps, and engaging videos, they aim to provide users with a glimpse into the hidden treasures in these provincial towns.
Fosha, led by Menna Ayad
Fosha is a one-stop app designed to digitize tourism in Egypt by providing users with easy access & booking to the best experiences, activities, and attractions in Egypt in one tap. Whether users seek cultural immersion, adventure, wellness activities, or simply looking to uncover hidden gems off the beaten path, Fosha curates a curated selection of options tailored for every preference and interest where locals & tourists can easily discover & book. Fosha also promotes authentic experiences, lesser-known gems, and local experiences, that contribute to the cultural richness of Egypt. Fosha is also promoting sustainable tourism practices by offering on the app eco-friendly tours and also empowers local experience providers in Egypt by providing them with online exposure to increase their sales.
Sinai Hikes, led by Ahmed Mousa
Ahmed’s idea aims to promote trekking, hiking, and camping in the mountains, valleys, and the Sinai desert with its Bedouin tribes. This will provide and create many new job opportunities for tribal youth and will also enhance the communication of the Bedouin tribes with each other and their knowledge of culture. Today, through searching and networking, it has become easy for everyone from around the world to get to know Bedouin cultures, go hiking, and enjoy the unique experiences in the natural beauty of the mountains and the desert.
