How to Find Luxury Hotels in Egypt

Famous for the legacies of ancient civilizations that color its countryside, Egypt remains a prime attraction for tourists looking to step back into history. Although its location in Northern Africa does not make Egypt one of the safest travel destinations, it is certainly one of the most fascinating. Cairo is the biggest city in Egypt and also the biggest city in all of Africa and the Middle East.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Credit card
• Passport
• Computer with access to the Internet

Choose Your Accommodations

1. Book accommodations at Mena House by calling 011 ([phone] or 011 ([phone] or visiting its Web site (see Resources). (From outside of the United States and Canada, call 00 ([phone] or 00 ([phone].)
2. Call a representative from the Egypt Hotel Reservation Centre to book your luxury accommodations at 011 ([phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources). (From outside of the United States and Canada, call 00 ([phone].)
3. Save some money by staying at a mid-range hotel. Some of the smaller cities may not offer luxury accommodations, and mid-range hotels tend to be a significant price cut from the luxury rates.
4. Appreciate your luxury accommodations. 5-star international and boutique hotels are available for a stay in Cairo, Giza and other major Egyptian cities. One night's stay tends to range from $100 to $500 per night.
5. Consider going by boat. Nile cruises are now a popular option for seeing Egypt.

Know Your Destination

6. Prepare for warm weather. Even in the winter, temperatures rarely dip below 55 degrees F. The desert makes for a dry heat, with temperatures going between 80 and 90 degrees F during the summer months, Egypt's off-season.
7. Expect crowds if you visit during Ramadan. The holy holiday of Ramadan draws numbers of members from the Muslim community to Egypt to celebrate.

Organize Your Transportation

8. Take the train through Egypt. The train can run you right along the Nile and proves to be a great way to experience the country.
9. Be cautious when driving. Egyptians do not abide by any driving rules outside of giving buses the right-of-way. In addition, driving is especially dangerous at night as drivers do not turn their headlights on.

See Popular Attractions

10. Discover pyramids even older than those from Giza at Dahshur.
11. Dress up nicely for a performance at the Cairo Opera House. Men are expected to wear a tie and a jacket.

Tips & Warnings

• If traveling during the spring or summer, be aware of the Kharmaseen, a dusty wind that causes the desert temperature to climb 10 degrees F.
• For traipsing about ancient sites, always wear shoes with good ankle and foot support.
• Due to dangers from terrorism, avoid the Sinai region.
• All telephone country codes are within parentheses and begin with a "+" sign.