10 Best Novels in English about Modern and Ancient Egypt
The best fiction about ancient, modern and contemporary Egypt.
Tips & Tricks for Egypt
Hear it here first from the (local) horse's mouth.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Sep 22
- 6 min
Where to Go in Egypt: 10 Best Egyptian Cities & Destinations
A guide to Egypt's best cities, towns, and places so that you can plan your Egypt itinerary according to your personal interests.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Sep 15
- 7 min
12 Travel Destinations in Egypt Perfect For The Fall
The best weather of the year! These are the top places to take a fall trip in Egypt.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Sep 13
- 5 min
7 Best Kitesurfing Spots in Egypt
The best kitesurfing/kiteboarding spots on Egypt's Red Sea, ideal for all levels - beginners to pros.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 31
- 3 min
7 Red Sea Islands in Egypt Perfect For a Day Boat Trip
Want to take a boat trip in the Red Sea for the day? Then look no further than these pristine islands.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 28
- 9 min
Camping in Egypt: 8 Beautiful and Remote Places To Camp
The best places to camp in Egypt, from the shores of the Red Sea to deep in the desert.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 24
- 4 min
7 Egyptian UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Which Ones You MUST See
How many of these Egyptian heritage sites have you been to?
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 15
- 5 min
8 Best Egyptian Beach Holiday Destinations
Something we hear all the time when a non-Egyptian sees our beaches for the first time is: “You have beaches like THIS in Egypt???” Yes...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 12
- 6 min
10 Natural and Historical Sites in Egypt Most People Have Never Heard Of
Some of the best hidden gems off the beaten track in Egypt.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 4
- 4 min
10 Most Beautiful Mosques in Egypt
Egypt's most beautiful mosques, from the historical 1,000+ year old mosques to the modern and eclectic.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 2
- 3 min
14 Egyptian Dessert Shops & Patisseries More Than 50 Years Old
New millennial dessert shops seem to be opening and competing with each other on a daily basis these days in Egypt. And while there’s...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 1
- 7 min
7 Best Diving Destinations in Egypt’s Red Sea for Divers of All Levels
Egypt’s Red Sea has had the international diving community buzzing recently due to its continual high ranking as one of the best diving...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jul 31
- 7 min
7 Extreme Adventure Experiences in Egypt for Adrenaline Junkies
First, let’s be clear about something -- there’s adventure, and then there’s extreme adventure, and Egypt offers both. Regular adventure...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jul 25
- 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?
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jul 18
- 3 min
8 Best Ancient Egyptian Tomb Sites in Modern Day Egypt
The best places in modern Egypt to see the funeral art and hieroglyphics of these Ancient Egyptian tombs.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jun 22
- 4 min
7 Boutique Hotels in Egypt To Stay At For A More Personalized, Unique Trip
Visiting Egypt and looking for more memorable accommodation instead of just your everyday generic hotel chain? Well you’re in luck,...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jun 12
- 3 min
7 Tropical Islands You Won’t Believe Are In Egypt
White sand beaches, crystal clear waters, abundant marine life... welcome to Egypt's remote tropical islands.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jun 11
- 4 min
9 Different Egyptian Pyramids (That AREN’T The Giza Pyramids) You Need To See
We have two relatively safe assumptions to make: a) most of the world knows about the Great Pyramids of Giza and b) most of the world has...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- May 30
- 5 min
9 World-Class Beaches in Egypt
They're not only the best beaches in Egypt, they're some of the best beaches in the world.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- May 24
- 4 min
12 Places To Go For The Most Beautiful Views in Egypt
When you think of Egypt, you probably picture… sand. Like, lots of it. And while there is indeed a lot of sand (we’re a desert nation,...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- May 14
- 9 min
11 Historical Hotels in Egypt That You Can Still Stay At Today
These hotels have seen years upon years of modern Egyptian history... and are still around to tell the tale.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Mar 22
- 3 min
7 Modern Egyptian Cities More Than 5,000 Years Old
While Egypt is well-known for being the land of the pharaohs and pyramids, not many people (including locals) realize just how old some...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Mar 13
- 9 min
22 Reasons Why You Definitely Should Visit Egypt In 2022
Why Egypt should be your number one destination for 2022.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Mar 2
- 9 min
Egypt’s Red Sea Riviera: Where To Stay
365 days of beach weather and destinations galore.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Mar 1
- 5 min
12 Most Impressive Ancient Egyptian Temples Still Standing Today
These ancient Egyptian temples might all be over 2,000 years old, but they're still standing and still beautiful.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Feb 7
- 13 min
Visiting The Pyramids of Giza: A Local’s Guide To Everything You Need To Know
So you’re planning to visit the Pyramids of Giza? Lucky you! Whether it’s your first time or 10th time, the Pyramids will literally leave...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Feb 2
- 7 min
Ancient Egypt Bucket List: 20 Must-See Ancient Egyptian Sites
The ultimate bucket list for Ancient Egypt.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jan 10
- 8 min
Visas, Landing Cards & Leaving The Airport: Useful Things To Know Before Arriving in Egypt
Everything you need to know before arriving in Egypt.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jan 8
- 4 min
7 Illegal Things in Egypt That You Might Not Know About
So obviously none of us ever *intend* to break the law (well…), but when it comes to foreign countries especially, it’s always a smart...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jan 7
- 4 min
7 Most Beautiful Coptic Orthodox Monasteries in Egypt
Modern Egypt is known for being a Muslim country, but what many don’t know is that Ancient Egypt was where one of the oldest Christian...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jan 2
- 5 min
8 Important Egyptian Museums To Truly Understand Egypt’s History
A good way to start wrapping your head around Egypt's mind-boggling history.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Dec 20, 2021
- 7 min
6 Peaceful Spots in Egypt To Spend New Year’s Eve Away From the Crowds
Looking for peace of mind this NYE? Look no further.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Dec 12, 2021
- 3 min
7 Reasons Why Winter Is Actually One Of The Best Times To Go To Egypt
When it comes to countries in the northern hemisphere, winter is usually not their best season -- unless their claim to fame is skiing....
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Oct 1, 2021
- 7 min
12 Local Egyptian Foods You Need To Try
Not sure where to start when it comes to Egyptian food? These are some of the best local dishes.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Apr 9, 2021
- 5 min
Ramadan in Cairo, Egypt: What Every Visitor Needs to Know
If your upcoming trip to Cairo coincides with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, you might (scratch that, you probably) feel some sense...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jan 7, 2021
- 5 min
9 Egyptian Churches, Cathedrals and Monasteries You Need to Visit at Least Once
Because Egypt is a predominantly Muslim country, most non-Egyptians are unaware that Egypt has some of the oldest and most historically...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Dec 8, 2020
- 4 min
Is Egypt Safe to Visit, Especially for Female Travelers?
You’ll be hard-pressed to find a travel aficionado (or even just a regular person) who doesn’t have Egypt and the Great Pyramids of Giza...
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Aug 9, 2020
- 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.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Jan 14, 2020
- 3 min
7 Egyptian Comfort Foods Perfect For Winter
Baby it's cold out... so warm yourself up with these comforting Egyptian winter classics.
Local's Guide To Egypt
- Apr 29, 2019
- 3 min
6 Places To Enjoy Easter & Sham el Naseem In Cairo While Still Avoiding The Crowds
Happy Easter, everyone! Happy spring! Quick pause for any non-Egyptians who have no clue what I’m on about: Sham el Naseem is a national...