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Kryptonite

Who;s up for helping me out with compiling a complete expat guide for having a fun time in cairo to post on here for anyone moving to or living in cairo  ?

please don't respond unless you are really planning on pitching some time in...

leprechaun1188

I've actually just finished a comprehensive guide book on Egypt for people looking to move here, including info on setting up a business, hot spots, where to go to find the updated current events, etc. Will post some tomorrow for you :)

Kryptonite

u know something...whenever i get an idea someone beats me to it... the story of my life...

il be really critical by the way :P

looking forward to readin ur guide...

IrishAlexandrian

I write about stuff like that anyway on my blog.
A great thing to aid you would be the pocketbook sized magazines that you find at cafes and book stores.
Le Croc and GQ they are very informative.
There's also a magazine on sale for expats called 'The Community Times'.

Kryptonite

@IRISH
so how about we compile that stuff in a guide and post it on here ?

leprechaun1188

Here's a list of ex-pat hangouts...


Ace Club, Maadi
2 Victoria Sq.
Maadi, Cairo
Tel.: 02 25194594
The Ace club is a membership only club that offers expats a nightlife, and a restaurant/pub for during the day. It also includes a children’s area. Ace club will run special events throughout the year.

Cairo Jazz Club
http://www.cairojazzclub.com/
197 26th Of July St.
Mohandeseen, Giza
Tel.: 02 33459939
A trendy downtown hot spot, rotates entertainment and musical programs throughout the week.

Cars Club (Rotary)
Tahrir, Downtown
Cairo
Tel.: 02 2574 3176

Club 35
http://www.firstmallcairo.com/DiningDet … DiningID=3
35 Giza St., Floor 0
Landmark: Inside First Mall
Giza, Giza
Tel.: 02 35738500
A popular spot with many expats in Cairo, Club 35 offers a lounge restaurant that turns nightclub after hours.

Diplomatic Club
Downtown, Cairo
Tel.: 02 2576 3107
The Diplomatic Club offers a getaway for diplomats in Cairo, and will run parties and events throughout the year.

Gezirah Club
Gezirah
Tel.: 02 2735 6000
The Gezirah club is a day-time get away for many expats in Cairo, including the elite from around the city. It offers outdoor activities and swimming pools, in addition to restaurants.

Golf Club
Katameya
Tel.: 02 2412 5300
The Katameya Golf Club is a frequented spot by many expats in Cairo. In addition to golfing, it offers other outdoor sports activities, gym, and swimming pools.

Heliopolis Club
Heliopolis, Cairo
Tel.: 02 2417 0061
   
Maadi Club
Maadi, Cairo
Tel.: 02 2358 5455
The Maadi Club is a getaway for many expats with the US embassy. It offers outdoor sporting activities, children’s area, swimming pools, and restaurant. In addition, you can find US food and beverage products in the Maadi Club.

Sakkara Country Club
Giza, Cairo
Tel.: 02 2381 1415
The Sakkara Country Club is a beautiful club located just on the outskirts of Cairo. It offers spacious grounds with outdoor sporting activities, swimming pools, and horse riding, in addition to dining choices.

Sequoia
53 Abou El Feda St. Intersection Of Mohamed Mazhar St.
Zamalek, Cairo
Tel.: 02 27356050
Sequoia is a popular spot for many youth throughout Cairo. It offers views on the Nile, a wide menu, and sheisha into the night.

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