Just sharing some thoughts.
I know that the best thing to do isn’t take an opinion from a twelve year old girl, who probably is just effected by her parents judgment towards all that’s happening. But hear me out please... Being at this young age does not make me this girl who thinks she knows everything, it makes me … Continue reading I’m Egyptian
Dear Friends,I'm getting emails from several friends in USA with a message that we are going through misery & things are not well.I would like to make it clear to many people that we are proud, optimistic & happy. The vast majority of Egyptians feels that way. We believe this is a step in the … Continue reading USA Communication
An account of a traveler to Egypt.
I was in Tahrir Square on 27 November, and what an experience! It was a mixture of happiness, anticipation & sadness too. It was great to see all social classes of Egyptians gather in one place for the sole purpose of the love of their country. Even though some differences in demands are present. The … Continue reading Tahrir Square on 27 November
The mood is not great and troubles are looming ahead, but I can't help it. I felt I had to say something. So here it is in a nutshell. The President declared a new constitutional Decree where he obtain absolute power. Many Egyptians did not like it and they took to the streets on Friday … Continue reading Constitutional Declaration Brief Note
A report had been just released about the number of arrivals to Egypt in September 2012. The majortiy of tourist arriving were from West Europe. SEP 2012 - 994.000 Tourist. SEP 2011 - 917.000 Tourist. SEP 2010 - 1.2 Million That is 206.000 tourists less than same period in 2010.
What's the Difference Between an Israeli and a Palestinian?. This link leads to a travellers account of his trip to Israel & Palestine where he met people from both sides. He is relating the comments said by the two sides. I thought of sharing.
In an official ceremony today, and according to the traditions of the Egyptian Coptic Orthodox church, Pope 118 had been chosen. One of the amazing facts is his birth date, 4 Nov 1952. So, on 4 Nov he was born and 60 years later on the same day became Pope of Egypt. He was graduated … Continue reading Egypt’s New Pope
Today, NOV 4, marks the discovery anniversary of the world famous Tomb of Pharaoh Tut Ankh Amun. His Majesty was nick named the Child Pharaoh as he ascended the throne at the age of 9 and died at the age of 18. His death remains to be one of the mostly disputed events in Egypt's … Continue reading Tut Ankh Amun Anniversary
I thought of sharing this post from Heidi who traveled through Egypt recently and is talking about safety in Egypt. Her notes are worth reading. It is a great first hand journal of a single woman traveling through Egypt.
Is Egypt safe for tourists? Do I feel safe in Egypt? Is it a good time to travel here?
All frequently asked questions lately. The short answer to all those questions is, yes, I believe Egypt is safe. From the experience I’ve had over the last 6 or so weeks, Yes, but allow me to expand.
As with all entries in this blog, I’m writing from my own experience and point of view. As far as travelling goes my point of view is that of a single, female, independent, vegetarian backpacker. The vegetarianism probably isn’t relative to this post about safety, so I’ll make another one about food some other time.
I say that Egypt is safe for travellers because as a single female I have covered Egypt from Cairo, to the Western Desert, to Abu Simbel in the south and Dahab on the Red Sea. I have used
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Egypt Reborn 