Where History Meets Hospitality, Ethiopian Holidays Delivers The Ultimate Meskel Journey
If there’s one cultural experience that captures the soul of Ethiopia, it’s Meskel, a festival steeped in history, faith, and unforgettable tradition. Now, Ethiopian Holidays invites you to witness this UNESCO-inscribed celebration firsthand with exclusive Meskel Celebration Packages that guarantee the best views, curated experiences, and seamless travel.
Meskel, meaning “cross” in Ge’ez, commemorates the discovery of the True Cross by Empress Helena, mother of Constantine the Great. Held every September 27th (or 28th during a leap year), the festival transforms Meskel Square in Addis Ababa into a spectacular stage of faith and festivity, as thousands gather for the iconic Demera bonfire ceremony, colourful processions, and spirited chants that echo centuries of devotion.
Why Celebrate Meskel with Ethiopian Holidays?
Whether you arrive in the morning or evening, Ethiopian Holidays’ packages are thoughtfully designed to immerse you in the heart of the festival with added city explorations, cultural showcases, and comfortable accommodations.
Morning Arrival Package Highlights
- A front-row seat to the Demera bonfire at Meskel Square
- Guided Addis Ababa city tour covering top historical and cultural landmarks
- Comfortable transfers and accommodation arrangements
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Evening Arrival Package Highlights
- A smooth and timely arrival with transfer services for late flights
- Prime access to the evening Meskel celebrations and city highlights the next day
- Expert guides and tailored experiences that make your stay memorable
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A Spiritual and Cultural Journey Like No Other
Meskel is more than just a festival, it’s a deeply moving expression of Ethiopia’s Christian heritage, communal unity, and joyous spirituality. Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, a photographer, a faith-based traveller, or simply curious, this is your chance to experience Ethiopia at its most vibrant.
From the glow of the ceremonial fire to the taste of traditional dishes, Ethiopian Holidays ensures every detail of your journey is handled with care, comfort, and authenticity.
Book Your Meskel Experience Today with Ethiopian Holidays; Where Culture, History, and Hospitality Meet.
For further Enquiries or Bookings Contact:
Nairobi City Office:
+254 701 223 493 / +254 701 223 970 / +254 723 786 649
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24 hours Toll free: +254 20 3892349
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Email: nbores@ethiopianairlines.com / nbocto@ethiopianairlines.com
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Ethiopian Airlines Group (Ethiopian) is the fastest-growing airlines brand globally and the continent’s largest airline brand. In its seventy-seven years of successful operations, Ethiopian, the fastest growing airline, has become one of the continent’s leading carriers, unrivalled in efficiency and operational success. In addition to its main hub in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, it is also pursuing its multi-hub strategy through a hub in Lomé, Togo with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi with Malawi Airlines and in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways. Ethiopian commands the lion’s share of the African passenger and cargo network operating the youngest and most modern fleet to more than 150 domestic and international passenger and cargo destinations across five continents. Ethiopian’s fleet category consists of ultra-modern and environmentally friendly aircraft such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900 and Bombardier Dash 8-400 double cabin with an average fleet age of seven years. In fact, Ethiopian is the first airline in Africa to own and operate most of these aircraft. Having achieved its strategic plan (Vision 2025) ahead of time, Ethiopian is currently implementing a 15-year strategic plan called Vision 2035 that will see it become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world by providing safe, secured, market driven and customer focused Passenger and Cargo Transport and Logistics, Aviation Training, Airport Management and Ground Services, MRO and Aerospace Manufacturing and Travel and Tourism Services. As a multi-award-winning airline, Ethiopian has been the champion in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for six consecutive years among others. The airline has been a Star Alliance member since 2011 and has been registering more than threefold growth in the past 10 years. For more at: www.ethiopianairlines.com
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