When you meet Donia Hegab, you instantly sense the quiet strength behind her calm presence, a strength built on love, legacy, and resilience. As the daughter of Waleed Hegab, the visionary founder of WH Holidays, one of Egypt’s most respected travel and tourism companies, Donia grew up surrounded by the spirit of discovery, the art of travel planning, and the joy of helping people explore the world through her father’s eyes.
But her journey took a turn far earlier than expected. Still completing her biotechnology degree, she faced the unimaginable loss of her father and with it, the weight of a legacy she wasn’t yet ready to carry.
Most would have stepped back, but Donia stepped forward. She chose to protect and nurture what her father built, taking responsibility for WH Holidays at an age when most people are just beginning to plan their futures.
“I didn’t plan to lead a travel company,” she recalls. “But life had a different plan for me, one that carried my father’s name and dream.”
What began as a promise soon became her purpose. With no formal background in business or tourism management, Donia learned through dedication, observation, and heart. Over the years, she transformed challenge into mastery becoming not only the Chief Operating Officer but also the beating heart of WH Holidays.
Her understanding of the company goes far beyond operations; it’s instinctive, emotional, and deeply human. Every group tour, corporate travel itinerary, and luxury holiday package she oversees reflects the same care and precision her father was known for ensuring that every traveler’s experience feels seamless, supported, and unforgettable.
“I was young. I had no business background, only a deep sense of duty and love for what he created. I couldn’t let that fade.”
Under Donia’s leadership, WH Holidays has grown stronger than ever, earning a reputation for excellence, trust, and personalized travel experiences in Egypt and beyond. She has reimagined her father’s legacy for a new generation blending traditional hospitality with modern travel technology, and ensuring that every journey feels personal and purposeful.
“Travel isn’t just about movement, it’s about meaning,” she says softly. “That’s what my father taught me, and it’s what I carry in every decision.”
Beyond her role as COO, Donia is also a mother, a daughter, and a leader, each role shaping her with lessons in balance, empathy, and perseverance. She approaches her work with a sense of gratitude and responsibility, knowing that every decision she makes carries both her family’s history and her company’s future.
“This company is more than work for me,” she reflects. “It’s a heartbeat I promised to keep alive. And as long as WH Holidays moves, so does his dream.”
Through every trip designed, team led, and traveler guided, Donia continues to honor her father’s vision proving that some legacies don’t end; they evolve. Today, WH Holidays stands as a leading Egyptian travel agency creating world-class journeys across continents built on family, passion, and purpose.
