The Local’s Guide to Egypt

Don't know someone in Egypt to steer you in the right direction?

You do now.

Hey there! We're a team of super-honest Egyptian locals who love sharing insider info when it comes to Cairo and Egypt as a whole. Whether you're visiting Egypt for the first time or are a local yourself looking to discover something new, our travel blog and guide for all things Egypt will help steer you in the right direction. Enjoy!

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Sep 21
4 min

Egyptian Cotton: 7 Places in Cairo To Buy Good Quality Egyptian Cotton and Linen

Quality, affordable Egyptian cotton and linen that you won't have to scour the city for.

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Sep 10
4 min

7 Hidden Gem Restaurants in Zamalek

From authentic Japanese to Neapolitan pizza, these little hidden restaurants in Zamalek pack a punch.

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Aug 18
3 min

Pools & Day-Use in Cairo: 7 Best Hotel Pools To Spend The Day At

For when you need to beat Cairo's heat pronto.

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Aug 17
4 min

12 Best Bars, Pubs and Restobars in Sheikh Zayed & 6 October City, Cairo

The best places to kick back with a drink in Cairo's western suburb.

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Aug 13
3 min

7 Best Local Ice Cream & Gelato Shops in Cairo

Our local favorites when it comes to good quality ice cream and gelato.

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Aug 9
5 min

22 Awesome Egyptian Sites You Can Virtually Tour From Home

Dying to take a tour of Egypt but can't? Here are 22 awe-inspiring Egyptian sites that you can virtually tour from the comfort of your home.

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Aug 1
3 min

Natural Therapy in Egypt: 7 Types of Natural Healing and Climatic Therapy You Can’t Find Elsewhere

Did you know that Egypt is becoming a booming destination for therapeutic tourism?

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Jul 29
9 min

Egypt’s Red Sea Riviera: Where To Stay

365 days of beach weather and destinations galore.

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Jul 12
7 min

Ancient Egypt Bucket List: 20 Must-See Ancient Egyptian Sites

The ultimate bucket list for Ancient Egypt.

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Jul 1
7 min

Vintage Cairo: 15 of the Oldest Restaurants, Bars and Cafes in the City

From 60 to 200+ years old -- these are Cairo's oldest and most beloved restaurants, bars and cafes.

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