A Nubian “Green” Holiday Village in Luxor, Egypt
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History, culture and nature. The beauty of Egypt -ancient and modern- is famous internationally. Now, visitors from all over the world can enjoy all these and even more in a new complex of ecologically friendly villas in Luxor.
(PRWEB) May 26, 2010 — Villas in Luxor from Flats in Luxor, the perfect holiday escape experts.
Its creators aimed at constructing a Nubian village in the 21st century, respecting the local architecture and the natural environment.
Thus, the one bedroom villas are set amidst newly planted fruit trees and a thriving vegetable plot which supplies the complex’s restaurant, and they were built by craftsman from Edfu with traditional domes and arches.
The accommodation consists of a large main room or studio with a double bed and dining area followed by a wet room with shower, toilet and wash hand basin and a small kitchen. Outside a shady veranda overlooks the Theban Hills. Stairs lead to the roof, perfect for bird watching and star gazing, just one mile away from the Nile!
Residents of the village have access to a swimming pool, children’s pool, library, free Internet and restaurant.
As Jane Akshar, co-owner of the complex says “Looking for that hassle free holiday, want to help the local economy, need a more adult environment then our villas could be perfect for you. A hotel room with a kitchen set in lush grounds, admist the local Egyptian village. Within view of historical sites like the temple of Hatshepsut. This is what Egypt is all about!”
A member of the Flats in Luxor Group
The new villas belong to the Flats in Luxor group, founded in 2003 by Jane Akshar and Mahmoud Jahlan. Since then, they have accommodated thousands of visitors, many of whom return to enjoy the Egyptian hospitality.
Today, 7 years after their creation Flats in Luxor Group, which is registered in Egypt, have 4 apartment blocks with 21 flats, the Nubian Eco Village and the Upside Down Villa. They featured in the Sunday Times, Daily Telegraph and Boston Globe and have entries in the Lonely Planet, Rough Guide, Responsible Travel, Tour Egypt, Trip Advisor and Virtual Tourist. The first business in Luxor to be officially recognised as “green”, the group uses local products and staff, low energy bulbs and green energy.
For more information please contact Jane Akshar. T. +20 103 564540, or visit the website: http://www.nubian-eco-village.com
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