What to bring to Egypt? List of necessary things
If you happen to be lucky, and you will spend your vacation not in your country, but in Egypt, before the trip, think about what things you will pack in your suitcase. Another climate, atmosphere, culture require that you take into account many important details. So, what should be prepared to make the trip really enjoyable, safe and memorable? Today we will tell you about it.
Let's start, of course, with clothes. Although most of us have an idea of the climate] of Egypt, some tips may still be useful to travelers.
Moderately modest clothes
Mini skirts, t-shirts with a deep cut, short shorts, translucent clothes - in such outfits one can not enter temples, mosques or other religious institutions. In evocative clothes, tourists are not allowed even to visit historical monuments, the museum and the exhibition. Open dresses can be worn only on the territory of the hotel, where you rest.
If you went outside the hotel and are going to visit the popular tourist cities( for example, Cairo), choose modest clothes that cover your body well. This is especially true for ladies. Egyptian mentality prescribes that representatives of the weaker sex do not demonstrate their body and hair. If you do not want to be mistaken for a lady of easy virtue, adapt your wardrobe to local laws.
Shoes
You need to have special closed bathing flaps( especially for holidaymakers in Sharm el-Sheikh), beach shoes( which protects from burning sand) and boots for traveling through the desert - solid, closed.
Often near the shore there are sharp solid reefs, because of which it is almost impossible to go barefoot into the water. Therefore, strong rubber flaps with a strap strap will be useful for those who want to spend a lot of time in the sea. Remember that reefs are extremely sharp. Wounds from them bleed for a long time, and the scars hard heal. Of course, water slaps are only needed if you do not have fins.
By the way, about fins. They can also be taken with you, however, this is an optional item on the list. For beginners, they can only interfere.
Headgear
The hats, hats, kerchiefs must be made in light color to reflect the sun's rays well.
Sunglasses
The sun in this African country is much more powerful than ours, so you should definitely bring quality UV protection glasses. Let's remember that cheap models bought in a regular bazaar do not have UV filters, and are equipped with only tinted glasses. Such material simply reduces the access of light to the lens of the eye, as a result the pupil greatly expands and becomes unprotected.
Ring
If a young and beautiful tourist does not want to be pestered by Egyptians, we advise her to put on an engagement ring( not necessarily present) on her finger. Local "macho" is very willing to flirt with tourists, and literally at every step to seek out their "booty."
Your plans do not include love affair with the Egyptian? Show the obsessive boyfriend an unnamed finger with a ringlet. If this does not help, just say the word "halas!"( Which means "enough", "stop").
Our advice on cosmetics and medicines is indicative, since each organism is individual, so the first-aid kit needs to be adapted to its own needs.
Cream with high UVA protection
The sun in Egypt is very aggressive, so you should take several sunflower vials at once: one with a factor of 50, and the other with a smaller protection factor. Begin to use the most powerful cream, and then switch to funds with less UV protection. Thanks to this trick, you will get two advantages: protect yourself from burns and get a beautiful bronze tan.
Medications
In Egypt, we are trapped by specific ailments, which are difficult to avoid. Of course, do not despair, because it does not mean that the whole vacation you will definitely be sick. The key to good health is in the reasonable protection of the body. So, pack in a suitcase a first aid kit with the following preparations.
Cosmetics
Do not take a lot of cosmetics with you, as it burns up in the hot sun, clogs the pores of the skin and even leads to burns. Of the required beauty products, we would advise a good lip balm, a protective hair spray( with UV filters), a moisturizing night cream and body oils.
We draw your attention to the fact that in Egypt, as in other countries, there are thieves and pickpockets, so be vigilant and take care of valuable things.
Money
The ability to pay with VISA, MasterCard and American Express cards is only available in large hotels and shopping centers, but there are very few such points. ATMs and banks are located only on the streets of Cairo and other large settlements. This means that the tourist will only have to pay cash.
Bidshish - probably this word is heard by tourists in Egypt most often, literally at every turn."Bakshish" means alms, alms. Local religion requires its believers to give part of their wealth to the needy. And the Egyptians, in turn, came up with many good ways to "pull out" baksheesh from tourists.
Usually, for any, even the smallest service( for example, show where the toilet is, check in luggage, etc.) you will be asked to give something in return.
From such "bribes" you will hardly get out, so always carry small bills or things - for example, small notebooks, pens, chewing gum, lighters, chocolate bars.
Insurance
It is also worthwhile to think about your safety and health before the trip. If you like to engage in extreme sports( diving, kitesurfing, hang-gliding, etc.), ask the insurance agent what programs they have specifically for these purposes.
Waterproof camera
Lazing on the warm waters of the Red Sea, you will certainly want to arm yourself with a good video camera every time you dive. Thousands of motley fish, quaint corals, beautiful algae - these are objects of dreams for any amateur photographer and just an esthete. Ask in specialized stores which cameras are waterproof. It is also useful to buy a special brush for cleaning the lens from the sand.
Things for diving
It does not matter how well you swim - a standard set of masks and tubes is sure to come in handy. There is a special kind of diving - swimming and diving in shallow water. You can just lie in the glasses to be able to view the underwater world hailing from Discovery. Egyptian reefs are recognized as one of the most beautiful on the planet. Therefore, in this country, you must certainly see two things - pyramids and reefs.
The list presented in this article can be supplemented with your own things, without which you do not have a good rest. It can be anything from the MP3 player to your favorite book. The main thing is that a trip to Egypt brings you a maximum of pleasant emotions and allows you to rest on "full".
Clothing and accessories
Let's start, of course, with clothes. Although most of us have an idea of the climate] of Egypt, some tips may still be useful to travelers.
Moderately modest clothes
Mini skirts, t-shirts with a deep cut, short shorts, translucent clothes - in such outfits one can not enter temples, mosques or other religious institutions. In evocative clothes, tourists are not allowed even to visit historical monuments, the museum and the exhibition. Open dresses can be worn only on the territory of the hotel, where you rest.
If you went outside the hotel and are going to visit the popular tourist cities( for example, Cairo), choose modest clothes that cover your body well. This is especially true for ladies. Egyptian mentality prescribes that representatives of the weaker sex do not demonstrate their body and hair. If you do not want to be mistaken for a lady of easy virtue, adapt your wardrobe to local laws.
Shoes
You need to have special closed bathing flaps( especially for holidaymakers in Sharm el-Sheikh), beach shoes( which protects from burning sand) and boots for traveling through the desert - solid, closed.
Often near the shore there are sharp solid reefs, because of which it is almost impossible to go barefoot into the water. Therefore, strong rubber flaps with a strap strap will be useful for those who want to spend a lot of time in the sea. Remember that reefs are extremely sharp. Wounds from them bleed for a long time, and the scars hard heal. Of course, water slaps are only needed if you do not have fins.
By the way, about fins. They can also be taken with you, however, this is an optional item on the list. For beginners, they can only interfere.
Headgear
The hats, hats, kerchiefs must be made in light color to reflect the sun's rays well.
Sunglasses
The sun in this African country is much more powerful than ours, so you should definitely bring quality UV protection glasses. Let's remember that cheap models bought in a regular bazaar do not have UV filters, and are equipped with only tinted glasses. Such material simply reduces the access of light to the lens of the eye, as a result the pupil greatly expands and becomes unprotected.
Buying glasses with glasses that do not have 100% protection against ultraviolet rays, you get a big risk to damage your eyes - with more pupils in the lens, more harmful rays leak, which is fraught with burns and even loss of vision. Quality glasses, of course, are much more expensive, but it is better to invest money in their purchase than to spend money on eye treatment.
Ring
If a young and beautiful tourist does not want to be pestered by Egyptians, we advise her to put on an engagement ring( not necessarily present) on her finger. Local "macho" is very willing to flirt with tourists, and literally at every step to seek out their "booty."
Your plans do not include love affair with the Egyptian? Show the obsessive boyfriend an unnamed finger with a ringlet. If this does not help, just say the word "halas!"( Which means "enough", "stop").
Cosmetics and medications
Our advice on cosmetics and medicines is indicative, since each organism is individual, so the first-aid kit needs to be adapted to its own needs.
Cream with high UVA protection
The sun in Egypt is very aggressive, so you should take several sunflower vials at once: one with a factor of 50, and the other with a smaller protection factor. Begin to use the most powerful cream, and then switch to funds with less UV protection. Thanks to this trick, you will get two advantages: protect yourself from burns and get a beautiful bronze tan.
Medications
In Egypt, we are trapped by specific ailments, which are difficult to avoid. Of course, do not despair, because it does not mean that the whole vacation you will definitely be sick. The key to good health is in the reasonable protection of the body. So, pack in a suitcase a first aid kit with the following preparations.
- Imodium, nifuroxazide, Mezim - these drugs can be used in the occurrence of the so-called revenge of the pharaoh( gastrointestinal upset).Upon arrival, you can also buy local intensive medicine( you will be advised at the airport).
- Laxatives are often necessary after recovery from pharaoh's Revenge( since prolonged diarrhea leads to subsequent constipation).
- Vagilac or another probiotic for women - it will be useful to the ladies who visit the pool.
- Means for burns. The first days in the sun can lead to burns. The best means for cooling and rapid healing is Panthenol and similar drugs.
- Spray from mosquitoes.
- Antihistamines( if you have allergies).
- Antibacterial plaster - useful if you hit the reef.
- Alcohol and cotton wool( or individually packaged mini-wipes soaked in antiseptic).
- Medications for your individual diseases.
Cosmetics
Do not take a lot of cosmetics with you, as it burns up in the hot sun, clogs the pores of the skin and even leads to burns. Of the required beauty products, we would advise a good lip balm, a protective hair spray( with UV filters), a moisturizing night cream and body oils.
Money and Technology
We draw your attention to the fact that in Egypt, as in other countries, there are thieves and pickpockets, so be vigilant and take care of valuable things.
Money
The ability to pay with VISA, MasterCard and American Express cards is only available in large hotels and shopping centers, but there are very few such points. ATMs and banks are located only on the streets of Cairo and other large settlements. This means that the tourist will only have to pay cash.
The local currency is the Egyptian pound( EGP).Rubles for pounds you will exchange directly at the airport( although there is a very unfavorable rate, so we recommend you still spend a little time looking for a bank).In a pinch, the hotel will also exchange money for you. It is worth noting that a part of the currency needs to be exchanged immediately after arrival, because a small amount of money will be needed to pay baggage carriers, go to the toilet, etc.
Bidshish - probably this word is heard by tourists in Egypt most often, literally at every turn."Bakshish" means alms, alms. Local religion requires its believers to give part of their wealth to the needy. And the Egyptians, in turn, came up with many good ways to "pull out" baksheesh from tourists.
Usually, for any, even the smallest service( for example, show where the toilet is, check in luggage, etc.) you will be asked to give something in return.
From such "bribes" you will hardly get out, so always carry small bills or things - for example, small notebooks, pens, chewing gum, lighters, chocolate bars.
Insurance
It is also worthwhile to think about your safety and health before the trip. If you like to engage in extreme sports( diving, kitesurfing, hang-gliding, etc.), ask the insurance agent what programs they have specifically for these purposes.
Waterproof camera
Lazing on the warm waters of the Red Sea, you will certainly want to arm yourself with a good video camera every time you dive. Thousands of motley fish, quaint corals, beautiful algae - these are objects of dreams for any amateur photographer and just an esthete. Ask in specialized stores which cameras are waterproof. It is also useful to buy a special brush for cleaning the lens from the sand.
Things for diving
It does not matter how well you swim - a standard set of masks and tubes is sure to come in handy. There is a special kind of diving - swimming and diving in shallow water. You can just lie in the glasses to be able to view the underwater world hailing from Discovery. Egyptian reefs are recognized as one of the most beautiful on the planet. Therefore, in this country, you must certainly see two things - pyramids and reefs.
The list presented in this article can be supplemented with your own things, without which you do not have a good rest. It can be anything from the MP3 player to your favorite book. The main thing is that a trip to Egypt brings you a maximum of pleasant emotions and allows you to rest on "full".