Egypt
Egypt is truly a bucket list destination with thousands of years of history to uncover. You can visit the Pyramids of Giza, cruise down the River Nile, explore ancient temples in Luxor, relax by the Red Sea, or visit the Western Desert. I travelled around Egypt solo for a total of five weeks, so I have lots of destination guides, travel tips and safety advice to make your holiday as magical as possible.
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Facts about Egypt
Currency: Egyptian Pound
Capital city: Cairo
Official language: Masri Arabic
Population: 111 million
National animal: Steppe Eagle
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Things to know before visiting Egypt
- You will need a tourist visa to enter Egypt. You can buy these at the border or in advance of travel.
- The official religion of Egypt is Islam and you will need to dress conservatively to respect the local culture.
- Egypt is generally safe but expect to be heckled. Women can expect catcalling. Here’s what not to do in Egypt.
- Have small notes prepared for baksheesh (tips).
- ‘Mummy Tummy’ or food poisoning is common, so take immodium in your suitcase! It’s always best to be prepared.
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