Learn about the customs and expectations for tipping in Egypt. Discover the appropriate gratuity amount for various services and ensure a positive experience during your visit.
Planning a holiday in Egypt can be both an exciting and daunting experience. Trying to plan activities and places to go whilst making sure you have enough time in each place. Believe me, I’ve been
The tipping culture in Egypt can be summed up by the word ‘Backsheesh’. While travelling through Egypt, you’re likely to hear this word just about everywhere. Backsheesh is something common and not just expected of tourists, but from locals as well. The common complaint you hear from tourists upon their…
So you are thinking of going to Egypt? Egypt is a trip every person should make at least once in their lifetime! The history, the architecture, the culture. It is literally one of the ancient river valley civilizations. However, Egypt is not a country that you should just spontaneously travel to. I mean you can, but you will feel overwhelmed. There are many things that I wish I knew before arriving in Egypt in order to be more prepared and so I am creating this post so that YOU are much…
Figuring out what to wear in Egypt, a conservative country can be tricky. Many people don't realize that the dress code depends on the situation. Read on to learn more.