Has anyone been to Egypt recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Best hotels near the scene
I was there in 2024 and had a decent time. Wondering if things have changed.
Trying to decide between this and Colombia.
Cheers
Egypt — local girls vs agencies
Started by LondonPunter · 14 Mar 2026 · 329 views
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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17 Mar 2026 at 07:56
Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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17 Mar 2026 at 10:56
This matches my experience. Egypt is one of my favorites.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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I was there in January and prices were about average. Spent about $100/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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23 Mar 2026 at 11:56
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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24 Mar 2026 at 18:56
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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25 Mar 2026 at 23:28
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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I was there in January and prices were about average. Spent about $120/day all-in.
My tip: midweek is much better.
My tip: midweek is much better.
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