As sad as it really is, we all know how Egypt’s tourism industry has been hit hard in the last 5 years, many hotels have shut down, some tourism-makers had no other option but to exit the market, employees were laid-off, activities were interrupted as the country has been “claimed” by foreign media as an unsafe place to be..SERIOUSLY!
That’s how a typical Nubian House looks like, that’s Anakato Hotel in Aswan: photo via their official website
Truth is; it’s total hoax, Egypt is no different from any other country/city who had fallen victim to deadly attacks. Paris, Pakistan, Brussels, Orlando, Nice, Istanbul, Syria, Ankara, Afghanistan, Dallas…Should I mention some more?!!
The Black Desert in the Western Desert: by mariusz kluzniak
So to all world travelers out there, think no more it’s EGYPT TIME, because;
IT’S DIVERSE IT’S BEYOND YOUR EXPECTATIONS
The Magical Blue Lagoon in Dahab: by Hesham Al-Qersh
Because Egypt is not just the Pyramids, a couple of ancient temples, and a Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise, it has plenty of things to see & do that will satisfy all taste buds; if you are a hiker you have the whole of Sinai to hike, the white desert or any of the 7 oasis to explore & camp.
Cycling my way through Siwa Oasis: by Passainte Assem
If hiking is not your thing you can always plunge in the Mediterranean or the Red Sea; dive or snorkel at one of the many world’s top underwater spots, or practice some water-sports to name a few kite-surfing, and wake-boarding are just some of many options.
Fjord Bay: by Sarah Othman
If you are a history buff where else could you learn about one of the world’s oldest and greatest civilizations of all time, but if you are a party-goer welcome to the country that never sleeps, whether vegetarian or carnivore nothing could go wrong with Egyptian Cuisine, oh and the culture, the music, and the people! Enough said?!!
Sand-boarding in Siwa be like: by Passainte Assem
IT’S SAFE
Marsa Nayzak in Marsa Alam: by Gigi Ibrahim
Don’t listen to what the crappy media has to say about Egypt, if you think about it everywhere in the world has had their share of terrorist attacks, so if we keep thinking this way we won’t move a feet from our very own homes.
People of Egypt: by M M
A VACATION IN EGYPT IS EXTREMELY AFFORDABLE
An Egyptian delicacy “Tea with mint” at El-Fishawy Cafe: by Charlie Phillips
Another terrible effect of tourism deficiency is the ridiculous devaluation of our Egyptian pound, which makes Egypt affordable to everyone, well that’s probably the cheapest time to visit Egypt.
Tanoura Show at Wekalet El-Ghoury: by Marwa Morgan
NO MASS TOURISM
Agiba Beach in Marsa Matrouh: by Mohamed Saeed
So you could literally have a whole temple all for you, and only you -very sad for us, but happy for you.
View from Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan: by Omnia Mamdouh
NOW IS THE BEST TIME OF YEAR
Siwa Oasis’ Shali Fortress: by Arian Zwegers
You don’t want to miss our daily sunshine even in winter time. And now it’s not too hot, yet not too cold. You can visit any of the oases, sand-board & hike in Sinai without having to worry about the scorching heat of the sun, you can kite-surf, sail, snorkel, dive, or just take a refreshing dip in the Red Sea because it’s never too cold to do so.
The Hanging Church: by Pablo Pecora
So let’s be active, let’s promote our own country abroad as a must visit destination, and a safe one too!
Hiding under the shades of Luxor Temples by: Angelo Domini
As much as we all want tourism to flourish; share this post with as many foreign friends as you can, let them have reasons to visit & fall in love with our homeland “Egypt” over & over again.
**Stay tuned for a series of articles about Egypt’s gems ;)**
About the Author
Passainte Assem
A former lawyer, travel junkie and adventurer from head to toe. Whether broke or out of vacation time, always on the lookout for the next destination. Keen to share her travel stories, planning tips and photographs to give you a real sense of place.
