A long series of terrorist attacks and threats targeting foreign tourists at Egyptian historic monuments and beach resorts have repeatedly crippled the Egyptian tourist trade , a vital part of the Egyptian economy . Tourism development in many parts of Egypt , especially Upper Egypt , have led to an increase in violent attacks by radical Muslim groups . Locals feel left behind by the government when key development projects are only aimed at tourism sectors . So , violence is directed at the government through tourists and the tourism industry — a main source of income for the country . - inspired Terrorism in Egypt dates back to the 1980s and includes the Luxor massacre , 2004 Sinai bombings , downing of Metrojet Flight 9268 and , most recently , the 2017 Hurghada attack . 2016 was a " tough year " for the tourism industry in Egypt
2004 Sinai bombings
2004 Sinai bombings
Tourism in Egypt