Details regarding traveling to and around the Sinai Peninsula and the Red Sea are included in this section.

 

The port of entry will not accept a passport with less than six months remaining until its expiration date. Depending on your circumstances, you may also need a visa to enter the country.

If you want to get this early and save a few dollars, you can do it for a small fee at the airport in your home country you’ll be flying in, or you can pay the same price and get it from an airport in the country you’re flying in. Either of these two options is good. You can go in any direction at this point.

You can spend your entire trip without a visa in the greater South Sinai region because you will not legally need access to live there.

If you want to go overland to the Gulf of Aqaba or St. Catherine, you will need a residence permit for 14 days. Your trip does not require a visa, and you can leave the country without a ticket if you want to.

Transport

EgyptAir is the country’s leading airline, and it has a domestic and international airline network that makes the country proud because it operates well and has a good reputation. Through this system, you can reach most countries of the world and many of the most famous tourist sites in Egypt.

No matter where your vacation begins, plenty of airlines will take you to the most popular tourist spots in Sinai and along the Red Sea. You may find these places in Egypt, also known by many other names.

In the area, there are plenty of cheap taxis to choose from.

Air-conditioned buses and coaches are a convenient way to travel and offer people a new way to see the world.

To rent a car, you must bring all necessary papers, including a valid driver’s license. You will not be able to rent a car if you do not have the correct paperwork.

Climate

It is beautiful because it can be used as a resort all year round and has many ways to make the most of the sun.

In January, temperatures will be in the mid-twenties, and in summer, they will average around 37 degrees Celsius. Throughout the day, you will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the beautiful scenery of these mountain ranges.

Among the many things that make this area so desirable are the breezes of the Red Sea. Both the temperature and the amount of moisture are average. The site has plenty of beautiful scenery, one of its many selling points. There are a lot of exciting things about this place.

It doesn’t rain much in January and February, but if you’re lucky, you might see a few drops falling from the sky.

Language

Although Arabic is the most common language in the country, you are likely to hear English and other major international languages in tourist places. Most of the people in this country speak Arabic.

Health

If you are going to a high-risk area, you will not need additional vaccinations, but you will still need your usual travel documents. This is because epidemics of diseases that are easily spread tend to occur in places with high risks. On the other hand, visitors to the area do not need to take any particular shots. However, no vaccinations are required to enter the site, so people can go whenever they want.

Many pharmacies are open until late at night, which is a big help. The care provided by doctors and hospitals is also very high quality.

In Egypt, pharmacists should have as much medical training and education as possible to help patients and write prescriptions for a wide range of medicines. On top of all that, pharmacists in Egypt can apply for and obtain licenses that allow them to work independently.

Going Out To Eat

The Red Sea and Sinai are popular tourist spots, with many restaurants serving food worldwide, and this is because both of these places are in Egypt.

It’s essential not to be afraid to try new things and fully immerse yourself in Egyptian culture to taste the country’s unique flavor. Spices are integral to making regional foods and are used in many of them. You can find all the fish, meat, and vegetables used in these recipes in your backyard.

On this menu, kosher and falafel stand out as two of the many delicious dishes that can be ordered. The menu at this restaurant has a lot of different things on it (lentils, rice, and tomato sauce).

We also have full madammas, a stew made with dried fava beans, and Tamiya, a soup made with tomato and cucumber. Both of those things might be on our menu. You might get one of these dinners (mashed broad beans and spices) if you are nice.

One of the most popular dishes, koshas, is made with pasta, fried onions, lentils, chickpeas, garlic, and chiles. People often say that you must try the dish called koshary, and a Middle Eastern stew called koshary is one of the most popular options. Koshary always does well when lists of the most popular foods are made.

Also, real Arabic coffee is very different from the weak instant coffee you might use at home.

Keep in mind that it will be hot all day, and bring a water bottle to ensure you don’t get dehydrated.

Photography

 

Most places tourists like to go to allow you to take pictures and short videos. There may be signs around military installations or religious areas saying that you cannot take images or shoot movies there. You cannot take photos or videos there if you see a character like this. Since tourists are prohibited from taking pictures or videos in most churches and on most military bases, these places are not permitted.

Look for signs saying “no photography” in stores, or you can ask to be added to our list, and we’ll do that as soon as possible.

Shopping

Locally made goods such as cotton, leather, spices, and handicrafts may be inexpensive or on sale in shops and markets. You are likely to find the bulk of the best deals in cotton.

There are various things to do in the area, not just scuba diving and other water sports.

As the author notes, there are a large number of options to explore. You can play tennis, ride horseback, or hit the links at one of the many excellent local golf courses.

Communications

To stay in touch with the locals, remind yourself to put your technology away, turn off your phone, and pay attention to the people and places around you. The only other thing we need from you is this.

Even if you do not bring your phone to a popular tourist place, you can be sure that you will find a phone with adequate service even if you do not bring your own. Mobile coverage is usually reliable in these areas. You don’t have to worry about other people’s calls if you get your phone.

As more and more people use the internet, more and more hotels are making high-speed internet access a standard service in their guest rooms. This is to meet their customers’ needs better as the number of internet users continues to rise.

You can also use hotel kiosks and internet cafes to keep in touch with people back home and make your co-workers jealous, respectively. Wireless internet in Sharm El Sheikh is perfect at the moment, a great option to consider using.

Post offices are closed on Fridays, just like many other government offices, which is valid for almost all government services. This means you cannot buy stamps or mail anything from a post office that day, and instead, you will have to go to another public building.

At the reception in almost all hotels, you can buy stamps, and if the guest forgets to take his letter with him, a staff member may take it on his behalf.

Money

Egypt’s official currency is the Egyptian Pound, also called “LE” or “Egyptian pounds.” Each piaster was worth one penny, so 100 piasters equaled one Egyptian Pound, which was the currency of Egypt at the time.

Over the past few years, ATMs have become more common, making it easy for customers of banks and many well-known hotels to get their money anytime and anywhere.

People who need help with the foreign exchange can go to a wide range of places, such as banks, bureaux de change, and other financial institutions.

Most stores, motels, and restaurants now take credit cards and traveler’s checks, but cash is often accepted in markets and other more personal situations. Cash transactions may be easier to track and check than different pay methods.

There are no limits on how much foreign currency tourists can bring into Egypt or take out of Egypt when they leave.

Children

Egypt is known for placing great importance on the family, but this does not reflect how most people feel about children. People often think Egyptians put a lot of value on family, but this is not true, and this is just one way Egyptians look at the country’s youth.

While reading this book, you may have noticed that many hotels and resorts go to great lengths to ensure families with young children have excellent services and fun things to do. Yes, you have likely seen this yourself.

When kids are on vacation, they love being able to swim and lie in the sun whenever they want. But parents must remember that they are responsible for the well-being of their children whether they live with them or not.

Electricity, The Time, and The Date

Greenwich Mean Time is two hours behind the United States and Egypt (3 in summer). The standard voltage of the sockets is 220V, and you can easily find adapters if you forget yours.

Below is a list of business holidays and other occasions for the convenience of the general public.

Sunset over the Red Sea in Egypt.

Most government offices and banks are open Monday through Friday from 9 9 am 2 2 except on Fridays, Saturdays, and recognized public holidays.

Every day of the week, stores open at 1010 and close at 1010 m. Most tourists spend days soaking up the sun and playing in the water, and in the evening, they head into town to do some shopping.

Egypt has four national holidays: January 7 (Coptic Christmas), April 25 (Sinai Liberation Day), May 1 (Labor Day), and July 23 (Revolution Day), which is the anniversary of the founding of the Arab Republic of Egypt. . On October 6, the people celebrate Independence Day (the Armed Forces Day).

The Islamic calendar takes into account the moon’s phases, so some dates are also flexible. The dates change from year to year.

Details about these times and dates can be found at the bottom of the page.
Find the latest information on when Ramadan (when Muslims fast during the day) and what Eid will be this year (a big family celebration and Eid that takes place after Ramadan ends). Muslims all over the world fast during the day during Ramadan.