@rrikkipoo
English expat in Egypt
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Registration: 18 March 2015
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Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Egypt by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Egypt can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Egypt? What are the most ...
Sorry, I can't really give you an alternative because I have never lived in a country long enough as a tourist to evaluate long-term stay. You do not really see a country if you go there as a tourist two weeks or even a month although you can ... Read More
Paying bills in Egypt by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Egypt? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
I live in a nice development in Al Ahiya iin Hurghada .I am here for six months of the year and have done this regularly for 12 years. Our service charges for our flats are payable monthly and when I return to my home country at the end of my ... Read More
Online shopping in Egypt by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Egypt? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently and ...
I have used online shopping on several occasions and have always received my goods. I have used Souq and Juma Some of the items I have ordered have been quite expensive - well over over $500 and I was a bit wary of using these sites and paying for ... Read More
Cheated in Hurghada by ausandra200
The story began when I was in a period of recovery from knee surgery. And I went with my friends for the first time to the city of Hurghada in the Red Sea. It's really a wonderful city. We met inside the hotel with a Photographer. And he asked ...
Your post is a sad one, and I feel very sorry for you, but unfortunately I have heard of many of these experiences from people coming to Egypt . I live in Hurghada at least six months every year and have been doing so for the last 12 years. I have ... Read More
How are black americans treated in Cairo Egypt? by kuhlknits
I am planning to move to Egypt in the fall for a new teaching job. I am concern if being a Black person from the states is an issue. Are Black Americans welcomed in the expat community? Also I need to find a hair salon that caters to black hair.
Of course they treat them the same as anyone else. Most Egyptians skin colours range from light brown to black. The Egyptians are sensible people in that respect. They don't treat skin colour as an important issue at all, which it is not of ... Read More
Fall of the Egyptian pound by rrikkipoo
I am wondering how other expats view and are coping with the catastrophic fall in the value of the Egyptian pound. For those of us lucky enough to derive our income from "hard-currency", such as Pounds Sterling, dollars and euros, one ...
Jusy, it was interesting to hear from someone who is working in Egypt. Has your employer given you any wage increase to compensate for the massive inflation which is taking place. I would also like to hear from any expat who is selling their ... Read More
Fall of the Egyptian pound by rrikkipoo
I am wondering how other expats view and are coping with the catastrophic fall in the value of the Egyptian pound. For those of us lucky enough to derive our income from "hard-currency", such as Pounds Sterling, dollars and euros, one ...
Yes , I regret using that word now. I withdraw it . It should read "Egyptian people have reacted too hastily " Read More
Fall of the Egyptian pound by rrikkipoo
I am wondering how other expats view and are coping with the catastrophic fall in the value of the Egyptian pound. For those of us lucky enough to derive our income from "hard-currency", such as Pounds Sterling, dollars and euros, one ...
Unfortunately, there is not going to be an increase in tourism which will benefited the economy, especially Hurghada, where most of the merchants stand outside their shops waiting for a customer. The reason for this is that firstly , Russia is ... Read More
Fall of the Egyptian pound
I am wondering how other expats view and are coping with the catastrophic fall in the value of the Egyptian pound. For those of us lucky enough to derive our income from "hard-currency", such as Pounds Sterling, dollars and euros, one ... Read More
Pets in Egypt by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Egypt have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Egypt? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? Did ...
I am an experienced traveller with pets. I have travelled to many different countries with my little Chihuahua and have entered and left Egypt with him on about 25 occasions . I travel from Russia where I live with my Russian wife, but I'm an ... Read More
Are you happy in Egypt? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Egypt? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
And still on the subject of being happy. If any of you lads (and lassies) want to come fishing on my little (9 meter) boat, contact me.I will be in Hurhgada on 6th November . We go out about 2 times a week if the weather is OK and we usually catch ... Read More
Are you happy in Egypt? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Egypt? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
I completely disagree about the food. A lot of it is exciting,spicy and delicious! Read More
Are you happy in Egypt? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Egypt? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
ARE YOU HAPPY IN EGYPT? As far I'm concerned the answer to that question is "not as happy as I was". My disenchantment with Egypt began about two years ago and has now peaked. At first, I found ... Read More
Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Egypt by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Egypt can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Egypt? What are the most ...
I am an Englishman and I have lived in Egypt on and off for about 10 years now. I don't live here permanently but I live here about six months of the year. Egypt was never my first choice of somewhere to spend the cold winter months but it is ... Read More