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Best areas in Egypt? Planning my first trip

Started by WanderlustCarl · 1 Mar 2026 · 1815 views

WanderlustCarl member
#1
1 Mar 2026 at 09:19
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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DublinDave member
#2
1 Mar 2026 at 16:36
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.

Dublin, Ireland | 34 countries visited

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SunshineSteve member
#3
2 Mar 2026 at 00:53
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL

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FKKNovice member
#4
2 Mar 2026 at 09:37
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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EdinburghEd member
#5
2 Mar 2026 at 13:15
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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SeattleSam member
#6
2 Mar 2026 at 14:32
Good info. I'd add that the evening is the best time to go.
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KiwiKen member
#7
2 Mar 2026 at 22:56
Did you feel safe using taxis?

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NewcastleNick member
#8
3 Mar 2026 at 09:23
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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CardiffChris member
#9
3 Mar 2026 at 17:27
Did you feel safe walking around at night?

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Cardiff, UK

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SunshineSteve member
#10
4 Mar 2026 at 04:25
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL

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VegasVince member
#11
4 Mar 2026 at 15:12
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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BuffaloBill member
#12
5 Mar 2026 at 02:51
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.

Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.

Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY

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SoCalSurfer member
#13
5 Mar 2026 at 09:30
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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DCExplorer member
#14
5 Mar 2026 at 14:13
This matches my experience. Egypt is great value for money.
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BirminghamBaz member
#15
5 Mar 2026 at 23:05
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

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YorkshireLad member
#16
6 Mar 2026 at 04:05
100% agree. The atmosphere there is hard to beat.

Yorkshire Lad — Leeds, UK

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ScottishSteve member
#17
6 Mar 2026 at 12:48
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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PhillyFred member
#18
6 Mar 2026 at 20:32
I was there in January and can add some detail:

Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.

Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.

My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.

One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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LondonPunter member
#19
6 Mar 2026 at 22:25
I was there in January and can add some detail:

Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.

Girls: International mix. Quality was above average.

My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.

One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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EdinburghEd member
#20
7 Mar 2026 at 09:14
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:

The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.

Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.
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