All About Egypt Travel

Something for everyone in Egypt
Many tourists visiting Egypt narrow their excursions to the Pharaonic sites of the Nile Valley and Cairo, but the "Land of the Pharaohs" caters to all types of visitors with all types of expectations. Egypt displays an amazing contrast, from bustling cities like Cairo, largest city in Africa to the austere, peaceful country regions, still set in their ancient ways. The Red Sea coast in Egypt is a...

Amazing Egypt – More than Just the Wonders of Antiquity
According to the tourism ministry, Egypt for the visitor is best seen as six tourist super-sites. This covers the most popular destinations and excludes off-the-beaten-track locations. The six super-sites are anchored on: Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada on the Red Sea and...

Egypt Visa
You need a valid passport and a Visa to enter Egypt. An Egypt visa may be obtained upon entry from the Entry Visa Department at the Travel Documents, Immigration and Nationality Administration or most major ports of entry. Entry visa is required for any foreigner arriving in Egypt for purposes other...

Egypt Currency
The unit for Egypt currency is the pound (EGP; symbol E£) = 100 piastres. Notes are in denominations of E£100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 1, 50 piastres and 25 piastres. Coins are in denominations of 20, 10...

The Nile Cruise
As many travelers will testify, the best way to experience classical Egypt is by taking a Nile cruise. The cruise is a very pleasant and relaxing way to get close to the attractions of antiquity, most of which are not far off from the banks of the river. You also get a glimpse of rural Egypt where many...

Egypt Travel Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best season to go? What are the formalities? Do I need a visa?
Where are the finest diving spots in the Red Sea? Where can I play golf easily? Where can I have fun when the sun goes down? Where are the finest beaches?...

Holidays at Egypt Red Sea Coast Resorts
When it comes to holidays, don’t think that Egypt is just about history and culture. The Red Sea resorts also offer a range of other holiday options, so visitors can relax and enjoy beach life or get more active with water sports. In fact many visitors...

Travel tips for smart travelers to Egypt
When buying tickets, women should line up with other women only. In Egypt there are hardly any restrictions on foreign women. Yet there is a local custom that foreign ladies are expected to follow. Besides the fact that a lady has to be...

Experiencing Egypt Through Timeshares
Using a timeshare for your accommodation needs is a great way to experience Egypt and all it has to offer. Timeshares in Egypt allow you to stay for a short time or multiple weeks, if you prefer. Owners can have...

Vacation Photo Tips
You may not end up with photographs worthy of “National Geographic” status, but you will be able to get some that will look beautiful on your wall and in your photo album.

Pre-paid SIM Card For Egypt
When you visit Egypt, you would have your mobile phone with you. During the time you went abroad in the days when mobile telephony did not exist, you had to use the telephone in your hotel rooms to talk to your associates, friends and...