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A man cycling down a narrow street with fruit and veg stalls on both sides.

Oct 3, 202613 min read

The Best Things to Eat and Drink in Egypt

A felucca boat sailing on the River Nile near Aswan, Egypt.

Oct 1, 202610 min read

Top Tips for Exploring Egypt on a Budget

Windsurfing in Dahab, Egypt. Sun_Shine/Shutterstock

Jul 27, 20264 min read

The Best Times to Visit Egypt

Stay connected with our guide to wi-fi and mobile phone services in Egypt. Lizavetta / Shutterstock

Feb 18, 20267 min read

How to Get Your Cell Phone Connected in Egypt: eSIMs, Wi-Fi and Mobile Networks

The Red Sea coastal resort of Hurghada, Egypt

Feb 10, 20267 min read

A Guide to Outdoor Adventures in Egypt

Prime season for underwater visibility with calm warm seas © Tunatura / iStockphoto / Getty Images

Dec 22, 202511 min read

The 9 Best Places for Diving and Snorkeling in Egypt’s Red Sea

The Red Sea resort of Marsa Alam, Egypt. Naturfoto Honal/Getty Images

Dec 18, 202510 min read

14 of the Best Things to Do in Egypt

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Dec 15, 20259 min read

8 Off-the-Beaten Path Destinations in Egypt

People bask on a sandy beach on the Red Sea Coast of Egypt. Beneda Miroslav/Shutterstock

Dec 11, 202512 min read

The 8 Best Beaches in Egypt

Road trips in Egypt range from coastal jaunts to dramatic desert drives. Sun_Shine/Shutterstock

Nov 25, 202513 min read

The 5 Best Road Trips in Egypt

Hikers come to Egypt for its desert scenery. Atika Adzman/Getty Images

Nov 18, 202511 min read

The 7 Best Hikes in Egypt

Egypt's national parks protect marine marvels and dramatic desert landscapes. Dave Primov/Shutterstock

Nov 13, 202511 min read

The 6 Best National Parks in Egypt

Sep 25, 20258 min read

The 8 Best Places to Visit in Egypt

Sep 24, 20259 min read

14 Things to Know Before You Go to Egypt

The Great Temple of Ramses II. Anton_Ivanov/Shutterstock

Aug 19, 202513 min read

9 Tombs and Temples to Visit in Southern Egypt

Two sailboats with another boat on a lake with green trees and mountains in the background round

Jul 23, 202513 min read

9 of the Best Stops on a Nile River Cruise in Egypt

Left: Karnak Temple in Luxor, Egypt. Right: The Sahara in Morocco. iStock

Jun 14, 20257 min read

Morocco vs Egypt: Which North African Country Should You Visit?

A small sailboat on a wide river at sunset.

Sep 4, 20245 min read

The Best Ways to Get Around in Egypt

The Library of Alexandria epitomizes how Egypt is building on its archaeology with an eye to the next generation. Experience Egypt's history and future through the lens of its contemporary culture – through the lens of the Egypt of today © Getty Images

Jan 26, 20246 min read

Experience Egypt’s History Through Its Contemporary Culture

Ancient history is at your fingertips in Egypt, a great place to visit for families © Joshua Dalsimer / Getty Images

Oct 3, 20236 min read

Bring History to Life: Best Things to Do with Kids in Egypt

The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt

Sep 3, 20234 min read

Do You Need a Visa to Go to Egypt?

A tourist coach drives past a Pyramid in Cairo, Egypt.

Aug 3, 20224 min read

Egypt Relaxes Street Photography Rules: Here’s What Travelers Need to Know

Women Taking Selfie

Jan 10, 20227 min read

Experience Egypt's Epic History by Getting up Close with These Latest Discoveries

Egypt gets new high-speed rail service

Jan 25, 20212 min read

Egypt Plans to Build a High-Speed Train from the Red Sea to the Mediterranean

A scenic view in Egypt

Oct 5, 20202 min read

How Egypt Is Trying to Encourage the Return of Tourism

The dense canopy of the Amazon rainforest

Sep 24, 20206 min read

Journeys Down the World's Longest Rivers

A scenic view in Egypt

Jun 19, 20202 min read

Egypt Is Welcoming Back Travellers in July - but Only at Some Hotels

Many major sights, including the Pyramids of Giza, offer significant discounts for students © Anton Belo / Shutterstock

May 28, 20202 min read

Egypt Is Cutting the Cost of Tourist Visas and Attraction Fees for the Summer

The Mediterranean is ringed in beautiful destinations, but often the best routes come at a price. Aetherial Images / Shutterstock

Jan 26, 20205 min read

How to Find the Best Deals on Mediterranean Cruises

Coastal scenery around the Blue Hole near Dahab in the Sinai, Egypt.

Oct 22, 20191 min read

The UK Government Has Lifted Its Flight Ban to Sharm El Sheikh

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