@oolala
English looking for information about Egypt
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Lives in Portsmouth
Registration: 26 January 2011
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Anyone been to "blue hole " in Dahab? by rubylover
Any one have experience to "blue Hole" in Dahab? Is the road from Dahab to Blue Hole suitble for normal sedan car driving, or I must change 4*4 jeep, or change camel to reach there? suppose to go there next week end... awaiting ur suggestions, ...
I have been there! The blue hole is amazing for snorkelling and diving - it is a must do day trip. we went by jeep as the terrain is quite difficult - i would think a normal sedan would not be advisable but you can also choose to do the last ... Read More
Do's and Don'ts by carla1769
Greetings: I plan to travel to Alexandria in May, I'm from the USA and I would like to learn about the culture there, what are some of the do's and don'ts for women. I don't want to come off as rude and ignorant or offensive. Any advice is greatly ...
Thanks alexscot - made me smile though when you said 'a younger me' - i became a grandmother 3 weeks ago!I can't transfer my skills there - I work in the criminal justice system and manage a women's refuge and other domestic violence services so it ... Read More
Do's and Don'ts by carla1769
Greetings: I plan to travel to Alexandria in May, I'm from the USA and I would like to learn about the culture there, what are some of the do's and don'ts for women. I don't want to come off as rude and ignorant or offensive. Any advice is greatly ...
Thanks Alexscot for your reply - I have been researching the culture and etiquette for 2 years but always welcome advice from people living the life - experiences count for everything and often saves others from making expensive or dangerous wrong ... Read More
Do's and Don'ts by carla1769
Greetings: I plan to travel to Alexandria in May, I'm from the USA and I would like to learn about the culture there, what are some of the do's and don'ts for women. I don't want to come off as rude and ignorant or offensive. Any advice is greatly ...
Hi Carla I am moving to Egypt next year - I have visited this wonderful country 4 times a year for the past few years. I have been to some beautiful countries across the world but nothing 'grabbed' me quite like the Egyptian way of life and it's ... Read More
Tourists In Sharm!! by Jen_lilstar
I am a British girl that has lived in Sharm for nearly 18 months now. I went back to England for Christmas and returned to Sharm on 25th January - the start of the revolution! During the revolution and in the time since then there has been no ...
I visit Sharm 4 times a year and was there just before the protests - but I can't wait to come back in 2 weeks time. Each time I bring a diferent friend and they then come again with others - I want everyone to share my love of this place and ... Read More
Please remember ... you're not on a dating forum ! by Julien
Hi, recently the Cairo forum has been taken over by a group of people looking for dates... but ½ûÂþÌìÌà is not a dating site ! This forum is dedicated to expatriates and their adventures in Cairo. You are very welcome to exchange about the way to ...
well, i have just spent my lunch hour reading this thread with interest! One of the reasons I stopped using chatrooms a few years ago was because i was looking to chat, but I got so many unwanted pm's that were sleazy or inappropriate. Now i will ... Read More
Let's be the change we want to see in Egypt by Boby moon
Dear All Whether you are back home and will come in a few days or you did not leave Egypt, Egyptian or Expat Just inspire the future, put your hand in ours and dream with us. An Egyptian citizen;
Well said boby moon - change is always inevitable, nothing ever stays the same. It is how change is dealt with and implemented that makes the difference. And of course, for Egypt nothing will be the same, it is the fear of the unknown that is ... Read More
Post-revolution employment issues by The Londoner
Hi all, I've been in contact with a few friends in Egypt who have expressed employment problems; one friend in particular said that the company he works for will be closing down. Has this become a post-revolution trend?
Well - whatever happens it won't put me off - I already have my flight tickets and will soon be on my way....!! Read More
Let's be the change we want to see in Egypt by Boby moon
Dear All Whether you are back home and will come in a few days or you did not leave Egypt, Egyptian or Expat Just inspire the future, put your hand in ours and dream with us. An Egyptian citizen;
i still love Egypt! I know things will be different and I hope for Egyptians that will be a good thing - but it has not made me any less determined to move to Egypt - if anything, I want to go there even more! Just one year away..... Read More
Post-revolution employment issues by The Londoner
Hi all, I've been in contact with a few friends in Egypt who have expressed employment problems; one friend in particular said that the company he works for will be closing down. Has this become a post-revolution trend?
I have also spoken with friends in Egypt - Sharm is apparently like a ghost town at the moment with most beach/watersports staff having been sent home as there is no work. The Naama Bay centre is suffering - all shop owners are in discussions with ... Read More
want to adopt a puppy by jardinier
hi all, I want to adopt a puppy, of young age, the gender is not important, but i prefer short haired dogs. if anyone can help, please contact me. Thank you
and here is me in England with 10 new puppies and only 2 with homes to go to! want me to send one out? !!! Read More
entry requirements by oolala
Hi - I am desperate to move to Egypt but am coming up against a brick wall when trying to find out about requirements for Egypt - visa's, length of stay, whether i will be allowed to work etc - does anyone have any advice?
thanks to you all for your replies. I have looked through previous topics and none of them quite answered my question - apologies if it comes across as 'samey'! Yes - i think you are right about the new government and maybe things will be ... Read More
entry requirements by oolala
Hi - I am desperate to move to Egypt but am coming up against a brick wall when trying to find out about requirements for Egypt - visa's, length of stay, whether i will be allowed to work etc - does anyone have any advice?
Thanks for that alimirza. Do you apply at the embassy in Cairo for a different visa? The information on the internet is often conflicting and always confusing! I have two more holidays booked for Egypt this year and then at the beginning of 2012 ... Read More
entry requirements by oolala
Hi - I am desperate to move to Egypt but am coming up against a brick wall when trying to find out about requirements for Egypt - visa's, length of stay, whether i will be allowed to work etc - does anyone have any advice?
Thanks Yud - the internet is proving to be a bit of a minefield - so much info but hard to see what is relevant! People's experiences count for so much more! Read More
entry requirements
Hi - I am desperate to move to Egypt but am coming up against a brick wall when trying to find out about requirements for Egypt - visa's, length of stay, whether i will be allowed to work etc - does anyone have any advice? Read More