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A 48 hour respite in the charming Red Sea port of El Quesir

Come to the Red Sea Coast with us as we share the must-stay, must-eat, and must-do sights in El Quseir.

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Our favorite 4 and 5-star hotels to stay at in Cairo

Here’s our top picks for luxury Cairo hotels. Want an affordable and glamorous hotel? Go for the Ramses Hilton. How about the best location? Check in to the Intercontinental Semiramis. The Marriott Mena House is our definite choice for lodging by the pyramids, and we head to the Sofitel El Gezirah when it’s time to relax. Come read more about these four amazing properties!

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Finding affordable flights from the United States to Egypt

Want to know how we score flights as cheap as $650 round trip from the U.S. to Cairo? Learn how to use Google Flights, the airline websites, and other tools in order to get the best deal on your Egypt trip.

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Travel to Egypt on a budget

A week-long trip to the major sites in Egypt doesn’t need to cost more than $1000 USD if you do it on a budget! Come explore budget eats, accommodations, and transport options with us.

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Visit Alexandria—Egypt’s Mediterranean Jewel

Learn about how to get to Alexandria, and then where to stay, eat, and what to see when you get there.

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Sexual harassment in Egypt

Sexual harassment is a common occurrence in Egypt, but it is not something that happens to all women. Even so, the pervasiveness and frequency of sexual harassment makes it something we want to discuss. Come learn about the what and where of sexual harassment in Egypt, and learn how to avoid it or mitigate the severity if it happens.

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Luxor, Egypt in just two days

To show you how to see Luxor, Egypt in just two days, we’ll share some tips and tricks to keep your time focused on the most important experiences. Then, reveal our six must-see sights, and a restaurant that anyone in Luxor has to eat at. We’ll finish with places to add to the mix if you have extra time.

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How to use public transit in Cairo, part two: buses

In this post we will go over the four main types of buses travelers can take in Cairo (large public buses, microbuses, large privately-run buses, and Suzuki buses) and talk about the specific need-to-knows for each one.

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How to use public transit in Cairo, part one: metro

Learn some quick tips and tricks on using public transit, and then learn how to use the Cairo Metro to get where you need to go quickly while experiencing a slice of everyday Egyptian life.

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The highlights to see in Cairo

Cairo is a must-stop on any trip to Egypt, not just for what it offers travelers, but also because it usually is the point of entry and exit. Here are the highlights you must see while on your Cairo sojourn.

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9 Foods to Try in Egypt

The only way to experience authentic Egyptian cuisine is to try it in its birthplace. Let us share nine mouth-watering Egyptian delicacies that you must try while you explore the most amazing country in the world.