EGYPT  
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  Important Facts   
 
Complete name: Capital: Cairo (population 20,000,000)
Area: 997,739 Km2 (620,098 sq miles) Population: 74,718,747 (2003)
Government: Republic Religion: Muslims 94%, Christians 6%
Language: Arab (official), English and French are also spoken Time Zone: GMT+2Hs
Visas: All citizens are required to obtain a visa, except those from Malta and Arab countries. The visa has a cost of $18 and $23 for multiple entrances. Make sure you obtain a full tourist visa before leaving your country, which will allow visiting and diving any area in Egypt. Electricity: 220V, 60Hz
Origins: Arabs 99%, Greek and European 1% Special Precautions: None
International Phone Code: 20 - Area Code (Cairo): 3 Industries: Oil, gasoline, tourism, agriculture and fishing
Cost
Currency: Egyptian Pound
Dining: 
Budget: US$ 2-4
Moderate: US$ 6-8
 Lodging: 
Budget: US$ 1 (shop in Sinai) - US$ 15
Moderate: US$ 40-60
Top End: US$ 80-120
Note: In Egypt everything is negotiable. Bargaining down is part of the shopping experience. The original price offered by the clerk is usually too high. Some tips: Before bargaining have some idea about the real price of what you want to buy. Never offer a price you are not willing to pay. Take your time and enjoy the sport. Many times it includes a cup of tea as a courtesy. Do not feel compelled to buy.
 
   
  Best time to Travel   
   
  The summer (June-August) can be very hot and draining. Winter in Sinai can be windy and the Red Sea is less inviting. In Cairo it can also get cold in December and February (10°C - 50°F) The best seasons are spring and fall.
 
   
  Transportation  
     
 

There are many airlines that fly to Cairo from Europe. From South America it is best to fly via Europe. Alitalia, Lufthansa and Iberia offer the best connections. They offer direct flights to Sharm El-Sheikh. Another option is from Israel by land. A ferryboat connects Taba with Jordan.

Transportation (within Egypt)

Private and public transportation are quite good. Domestic flights are the easiest and fastest way to travel. Trains, buses and ferryboats are always a good option. Other more economical alternatives are camels, donkeys and horses. Another way is taxis. They will go anywhere; no place is too far for them. The majority drive Peugeot 504 station wagon. Sometimes there can be other passengers. That is the only way to get there from Israel (by land). The cab must reach its capacity of seven passengers to set off.

 
 
 
 
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