VOICED: Egyptian travel firms hope to revive fortunes during Ramadan

The video discusses the significance of the Islamic pilgrimage, Hajj, as a key expression of faith. It highlights the impact of the H1N1 virus in 2009, which led to a decline in pilgrimages. However, with the introduction of mandatory vaccines, pilgrims resumed their journeys to Mecca. The video also explores the economic impact of pilgrimages, noting the high costs and the reliance of Egyptian travel agencies on this sector. Despite a previous decline due to swine flu, the industry is recovering as more Egyptians embark on this sacred journey.

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