What is the holiday illness in Egypt?

Holiday Claims Bureau are regularly contacted by British holidaymakers who report suffering from symptoms such as sickness, diarrhoea and stomach cramps whilst on holiday in Egypt. Some of the most commonly diagnosed gastrointestinal illnesses arising on holidays in Egypt include salmonella, E. coli and crytosporidium.



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According to the CIA World Factbook, the four most common diseases in Egypt are bacterial diarrhea, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and schistosomiasis. People in the country are at intermediate risk for contracting these illnesses.

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Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism. Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to the Embassy's limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained. Do not travel to: The Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) due to terrorism.

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The UK Foreign Office is not warning against travel to tourist areas in Egypt, such as the Red Sea resorts of Sharm el Sheikh and Hurghada or the city of Cairo. It is advising against all travel to the following areas: Egypt-Libya border (within 20 km) North Sinai.

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Why was the ban imposed? On 31 October 2015, a Russian charter flight from Sharm el Sheikh to St Petersburg crashed in the Sinai desert shortly after take-off from the Egyptian resort. Investigators concluded that an explosive device concealed in a soft drink can was placed onboard at the Egyptian airport.

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Yes it's perfectly safe to leave your hotel anytime day or night.

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Terrorist attacks could occur anywhere in Egypt. Potential targets include religious sites and tourist locations. The situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories could lead to increased tensions and the security situation could deteriorate with little notice. Avoid all demonstrations and protests.

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If you decide to travel to Egypt: Stay alert in locations frequented by Westerners. Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Obtain comprehensive medical insurance that includes medical evacuation.

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Safety and security
  • Terrorism in Egypt. Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Egypt. ...
  • Terrorism during holiday periods. ...
  • Airports and airlines. ...
  • Terrorist kidnap. ...
  • Sexual assaults and harassment. ...
  • Protecting your belongings. ...
  • Staying safe at tourist sites. ...
  • Ramadan.


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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.

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Jet2.com is suspending services to the resorts of Sharm el Sheikh and Hurghada from March 1 because of the political unrest. The company said the safety and comfort of our customers is our number one priority and has pledged to refund bookings.

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The best currency to take to Egypt is the local currency, the Egyptian pound. US dollars are also highly exchangeable at local banks and currency exchange offices.

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We continue to advise reconsider your need to travel to Egypt. Terrorist attacks could occur anywhere in Egypt. Potential targets include religious sites and tourist locations.

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Is it safe to travel to Hurghada? Hurghada, a popular Red Sea resort, is also deemed safe to travel to by the Foreign Office.

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Why is Food Poisoning a Problem in Egypt? Food hygiene standards in Egypt are often lower than those we experience in the UK. Fortunately most UK travellers experience food poisoning which is short lived but E. coli O157 can cause severe intestinal infection.

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As you might expect, toilet paper is rarely provided except occasionally when a toilet attendant may give it to you for a small cost. Soap isn't very common either, and so carrying both toilet paper and a small bottle of hand sanitiser is a good practice to get into.

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