On the hygiene front, while cafés and tiled eateries with running water are generally safe, street grub is highly suspect unless it's peelable or hot.
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Once again this popular holiday destination is gearing up to be a hotbed for claims concerning E. coli, Salmonella, Shigellosis and other strains of travel sickness often linked to contaminated food.
While Egypt is considered to be very safe for tourists, including people from the United States, the country's Northern Sinai Peninsula is an exception. This is the only part of Egypt that is deemed to be potentially dangerous for tourists. In fact, it is considered to be a risky area even for ordinary Egyptians.
There is no reason to avoid traveling to Egypt at this time. However, the state can still open the borders and accept refugees, then in addition to the civilian population, Hamas militants can enter the country, which will increase the level of terrorist threat in the region.
Although it has long been a good value destination, a massive currency devaluation in recent months, coupled with prices becoming more competitive due to a reduction in Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian and American tourists, has turned Egypt into the bargain of the season — provided you avoid big international brands and ...
Eat only foods that are cooked and served hot. Avoid food that has been sitting on a buffet. Eat raw fruits and vegetables only if you have washed them in clean water or peeled them. Only drink beverages from factory-sealed containers, and avoid ice because it may have been made from unclean water.
It's important to stay hydrated while traveling in Egypt, but drinking tap water isn't recommended. Remember to avoid drinks with ice and to peel fruit before eating it, too.
The best time to visit Egypt is between October and April when daytime temperatures are comfortable and nights are cool, but you're still guaranteed sun. The conditions are perfect for exploring chaotic Cairo or venturing into the desert.
Should you travel to Egypt right now? Trips throughout primary tourist regions of Egypt are continuing to operate as usual. The country's alert level from the State Department also hasn't changed since July 13, and remains at a “Level 3: Reconsider Travel.”
Tea is Egypt's national drink, while coffee is part of the traditional welcome. Karkadeh is a traditional drink made from boiling dried red hibiscus flowers, the water is then chilled. Sugar is added and this drink can also be enjoyed hot as herbal tea. Karkadeh is high in vitamin C and minerals.