How to enjoy Alexandria beyond the usual tourist stops
Why do most people travel to Egypt in the first place? Mostly for two reasons. Either they come to visit the pyramids or spend days on resorts of Sharm El Sheikh.…
Karim El-Masry
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EgyptTour
About
Founder and administrator of EgyptTour. I set editorial strategy, build partnerships with hotels and local operators, and keep our guides accurate and practical.
- Experience: 10+ years across Red Sea resorts, Nile cruises, and desert routes.
- Focus: traveler safety, realistic budgets, on-the-ground logistics.
- Teamwork: fact-checking maps, timings, and seasonal details with our authors.
Background
Before EgyptTour I consulted independent hotels in Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh on guest experience and content.
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UN Says Registered Refugees Represent Only Part of Egypt’s Wider Migrant Population
The United Nations has clarified that the 1.1 million refugees and asylum seekers registered in Egypt do not represent the country’s full foreign population, but only those officially recorded with…
Egypt Moves Closer to $1.6 Billion IMF Boost as Reform Deal Advances
Egypt has taken another important step in its economic reform journey after reaching a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund on the latest reviews of its financing programs. The…
EU Strengthens Egypt’s Clean Energy Ambitions with €90 Million Grid Investment
The European Union is preparing to support Egypt’s energy transition with a €90 million grant aimed at upgrading the country’s electricity grid and expanding its capacity to handle more renewable…
Egypt Calls on Foreign Residents to Update Their Legal Status and Apply for Smart Residency Cards
Egyptian authorities have urged all foreign nationals living in the country to regularize their residency status and obtain the newly introduced smart residency cards. The move is part of a…
Qatar Airways Egypt review: what travelers should know before booking a flight
Planning an international trip can be a real challenge. If passengers fly with Qatar Airways Egypt whether the choice is for local destinations or trips across Europe, Asia, Africa, or North America,…
Egypt Approves VAT Changes, Reducing Medical Device Tax to Support Healthcare Sector
Egypt’s House of Representatives has given final approval to a new set of amendments to the country’s Value Added Tax law, introducing several tax changes aimed at supporting healthcare, improving…
Egypt and Japan Explore New Paths for Social Development Cooperation
Egypt and Japan are deepening their dialogue on social development as both countries look for more effective ways to support families, children, and older citizens. The latest discussions in Tokyo…
Egypt and UN partners renew cooperation on support for migrants and refugees
The Government of Egypt, the United Nations, international partners, civil society representatives and other stakeholders have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening joint efforts for migrants, refugees, asylum seekers and host…
Boxing stars prepare for Glory in Giza near the Pyramids
The Grand Egyptian Museum hosted the official press conference for Glory in Giza, one of the most anticipated boxing events of the year. The event brought together leading names from…