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I’ve just had an email from the FCO stating the ‘new’ passport requirements along with visa requirements.
Not so long ago a minister for Egyptian tourism stated you won’t need a visa if you fly...
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Confusion reigns !!!
In reality, it was ever thus! The actual regulations were very rarely applied on the ground, giving us long-term stayers a false sense of security, but which was never truly...
I've received the following email from Egyptair about scam emails. I'm sure others will have received this email, but in case you haven't, I've copied and pasted below for your information.
URGENT...
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Yes, I received that email and realised it was a scam because it was asking for bank details and the security code and deleted it immediately
Thinking of booking my 3rd Nile cruise but realise things may have changed since my previous. I previously bought alcohol from Drinkies near the station - caught a taxi -and took it on board with me....
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Nile cruise ships/boats facilities and services grading are pretty much a mystery! We've sailed on about 14/15 of them and really only encountered 1 bad'un (the Queen Nefer!). As for the Viking...
Change made:
Information added about entry for people whose gender expression or physical appearance does not match the sex marker in their passport (‘Entry requirements’...
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Today's 'Learnt something new' is...
A male bear is called a boar.
A female bear is called a sow.
And, just for good measure... a group of bears is called a sloth.
Note to self: read, mark, and...
For the past few years travelling home from hurghada there has been an extra security check after duty free before going to gate. Is this the case at luxor airport or is it duty free then straight to...
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Thanks to David Cameron, these extra security check apply in most Muslim countries.
Totally a waste of time and random passengers selected.
I was subject to this check at gate 5 in Luxor airport,...
It may come as a shock to many regular visitors to Egypt that train fares throughout the country have in recent years risen quite dramatically for not just tourists, but also ALL non-Egyptians.
To...
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Yes Annie there is a bus from Luxor to Asswan called Super Jet, if you look directly at the rail station their office is on the right in a culture-de-sac. They usually leave about 6am and returns...
Since my visit earlier this year things have now settled down, especially with regard prices. As a rule I never suggest what one should pay by tourists, but being a closed section of the forum for...
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... I understand there is to be a new law coming into effect from early next year, that requires Visa applicants of six months and longer, not to use their own imported phones, but instead must...
what is the price of a tourist visa please and do you still get it directly at the airport? Where is the best place to change money. I have some money left from our last visit to Egypt, will it still...
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How much is a taxi from the Jolieville to McDonald’s area please
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Hi, as I haven't been to luxor airport for many years can anyone tell me if there are smoking lounges especially interested for when returning home TIA
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I'm just hoping it was not caused by you stubbing out your last cigarette there.
Hello, returning to Luxor for first time in 5 years in Jan and flying direct from UK. Have been asked to bring back some cigarettes for my friend. Can anyone confirm that Benson and Hedges (gold box)...
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Not sure about the brand you suggest here, I have not seen them in Egypt for a long time. A similar type is L&M red (strong) or L&M blue (mild). A few months ago they were $21 per 200, if you buy a...
Where's the best supermarket to get everything under one roof. I used to use the one across from Vodafone on television street but it's not there anymore!
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If you’re on the West Bank try the supermarket next to the Hofni Palace (flats for rent with a Nile view) Nile Street, Ramallah.
Have now noticed flight prices are significantly lower for winter and next year 2025. Just booked direct 2 flights for 2 people only 734 pounds! Cost us 1493 ppunds last september! Not sure why the...
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After being told at LHR that I would be met off the airplane by Egyptair staff, There was no one there and no one wanted to help!
Where's the best hotel pool for day use and how much does it cost?
Many thanks for any info 8)
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Just a little aside here. A pal of ours stayed at the Karnak Hotel (a good number of years ago, mind) and complained to us that whenever she wanted to use the pool, most of the staff seemed to...
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