Transportation guide for Egypt
Started by WanderlustCarl · 13 Mar 2026 · 556 views
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13 Mar 2026 at 23:19
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.
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14 Mar 2026 at 06:35
How long did it take you to get the lay of the land?
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14 Mar 2026 at 08:50
I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Slightly higher than reported. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.
My favorite spot was a place recommended by another member here.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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14 Mar 2026 at 18:52
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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14 Mar 2026 at 19:11
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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14 Mar 2026 at 20:59
Thanks for sharing. Did you use freelancers or find girls at bars?
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15 Mar 2026 at 04:28
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.
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15 Mar 2026 at 15:13
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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16 Mar 2026 at 01:02
Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has shifted a bit recently.
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16 Mar 2026 at 03:04
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to download an offline map.
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16 Mar 2026 at 12:25
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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16 Mar 2026 at 21:43
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
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17 Mar 2026 at 00:33
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: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: Better quality overall.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
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17 Mar 2026 at 04:18
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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17 Mar 2026 at 07:42
Nice report. I'm heading there next month and this is exactly the intel I needed.
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17 Mar 2026 at 15:09
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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17 Mar 2026 at 16:05
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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18 Mar 2026 at 02:11
I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $150/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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18 Mar 2026 at 05:38
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to bring small bills.
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18 Mar 2026 at 16:09
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: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in pre-COVID.
Biggest change: More competition means better service.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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