I think I just found the deal of the century. Sightseeing the city of Cairo via minibus…2 EGP. WOWZERS!
Today was my first attempt of using the public transportation in Cairo and I wish I had done it awhile ago. Read more
Cairo
Learning How to Shop in Cairo
I love shopping but since I’ve come to Cairo, I’ve had to learn how to do it properly in order to save money. I love retail therapy but when I have to really work at it, then its less like therapy (fun) and more like a chore. But after some time, its now easier! Read more
Photographers…….you best be sneaky!
Be careful taking pictures around Cairo, especially if you look like a foreigner like I do.
The picture above got me in trouble. I was trying to just take a picture of the landscape and some locals hollered over to me to stop. Mind you, it was during all the upheaval last July and August and people were leery of everyone. But as I’ve spent more time here, I’ve learned that Egyptians are very proud of their country and they don’t want people taking pictures and going back to their home country and making fun of Egypt (which most of us wouldn’t, I hope).
I still try to steal a few pics but I’m overly cautious. Never take pics in museums (tried it) or at government buildings like Mogamma (tried that one too). I should note that most tourist attractions that say ‘no pictures’ will turn a blind eye for a few pounds…inside the pyramids is a perfect example.
