My recent experience at Hurghada Airport was nothing short of disgraceful. The behavior of the airport staff was shameless, rude, and racist, leaving me deeply disappointed and infuriated. It is disheartening to witness such underqualified, dim-witted, and corrupt individuals in positions of authority. As Kurds who couldn't speak Arabic fluently because living in Sweden since age of 6, we became the target of the old individual who checked our passports. It seemed like he was envious or harbored some ill feelings towards us. He went out of his way to ensure that we missed our flight, deliberately mispronouncing our names and searching for any excuse to argue with us about trivial matters. He bombarded us with intrusive questions about our father's name, birthplace, and our inability to speak Arabic. After some time, he conveniently pretended to be ignorant of the English language and began interrogating us in Arabic. It was only when someone behind us stepped forward to assist with translation that he shifted his focus to Saddam Hussein, praising him as a great man-ironically, the same man responsible for a genocide against our people. When we confronted him about his behavior, he responded by hurling curses at us in his language. The flight was thankfully delayed or else we would've been stranded thanks to this racist man. Our initial intention had been to help the kind and needy individuals we encountered during our stay, but after enduring such treatment, I can confidently say that I will never set foot in Egypt again. I sincerely hope that the airport authorities take this review seriously and address the abysmal state of affairs. The treatment we received is an embarrassment to the friendly and helpful people we encountered in the city, who truly made our stay amazing. Hurghada Airport must reconsider the hiring and training of its staff if it wishes to maintain any semblance of credibility and hospitality.
My friend is a Kurd too! He came with me to Morocco many times and said it reminds him and his mother as home, he too didn’t speak arabic but absolutely love Morocco till this day! Maybe you should try Morocco too!
Oh no sorry about that. I hope you know most of us love Kurds, Salahuddin who is one of the most famous Egyptian rulers was a Kurd himself. I hope the rest of your visit was at least nicer
Taxi should have cost more than 30-100le and that 100 with cover a good distance. If they know your staying in a nice hotel they will try get more money from you. From an airport expect to pay 70-200 maximum, that’s if your not even staying in hurghada 200, 70 within hurghada. Currently Egypt is having a foreign currency shortage and is suffering from hyperinflation. I advise people bring dollars or euros as a go to. Your money will go much further on the black market than via the banks. And everyone be weary of scammers as it’s completely normal 😄 but it’s a beautiful place and you can only be scammed if you allow it. So learn your prices and don’t be fooled guys. Also tipping goes a long way. Another option to stop you from getting overcharged is Uber. You can tell taxi drivers an Uber will do it for half of the price and majority of them will accept half or more of their initial asking price. Another rule if your making an exchange with someone be it in their shop, booking a trip or taxi, never let them know it’s your first time in the country as now your marking yourself 😄 but other than paying little extra for things the people are lovely and very welcoming
Bro Hurghada is amazing was there this January and trust me it’s was the bomb, the locals were so friendly and spoke English fluently and the resort are great. I loved it there.
Beautiful video my friend , Hurghada is amazing at night , and I like the dry heat , very nice climate , many thanks for the wonderful video big like and have a wonderful day !!
@@abdulgafur9095I have just got back from a trip there mid to late October - saw one cloud the whole week and it was 31 and 32 degrees daily. It cools down overnight to about 16 degrees in the early hours but goes from that to the mid 20s by about 8am. Hope that helps!
Love love love your content! New subscriber! Can’t wait to binge the rest of your videos. I am going to Egypt next year, but to Sharm El Sheikh. Thank you for showing us Hurghada 🇪🇬
I applied for my Egyptian Visa online prior to visiting through the Egyptian Visa government website, it was sooo easy, took about 5 minutes, NO difficult questions and I had my E-Visas within 24 hours for a cost of $25, I also applied for my friends and that was the same, easy and $25, so I am not sure why you are saying it's difficult. It also states online if you read up that they only accept cash at the airport for visas, so no excuses for people not to have USD readily available!
Cheers for your video been to Egypt many times not been for a few years but going back in march your video picked up the essentials but anybody else going out do a bit research like you've done especially taxis and money exchange but best advice from me would be when going out always wear sunglasses no eye contact with sellers and keep walking if you don't want to buy anything and Egypt is safe every time I have been there 👍
Im going to Hurgada in a couple of months. Thanks for the heads up. Ill be taking USD and Egyptian pounds with me before I travel. Have been to Cairo and done the process before. But genuinely surprised at the card payments and ATM issues.
Hi mate, thanks for all the advice and tips. Going to Hurghada for holiday with family. Do you have any other videos for Hurghada? Any other safety tips or issues, particularly related to Children
I have been I have been thinking about going to Hurghada or Sharon el Sheikh, more so for the scuba diving as it is alot cheaper than most places and the red sea is known for its coral reefs, sharks and marine life. I have been the Agadir in Morocco and loved it, they were so nice and very accommodating, the city was very nice built, spacious and very safe. I felt safe to walk around at night. I am hoping Hurghada or Sharm is similar enough to that but I have heard terrible accounts of how run down and poverty strike the city is and how many Egyptian staff are quite rude to people who aren't British or American. I am half Brit and half Bulgarian so it should be fine
I was in Hurghada in june 2023. Actually i didn't saw anything of scamming. Maybe because im also from Arab descent. The people in Egypt where very nice. I had a good time in Egypt. Inchallah i go back
Been there two times…. Traveld from Hurgada to Luxor by bus🙈🙈 Dont travel alone!!! And never go out alone as a tourist! I Day or night!!!!! Goes for both men and women! Sad but true! Luxor is fantastic tho, if you are looking fore Egyption historie 😍 But hire a guide. (But it is an 100% crazy contry…!! )From the airport to the hotells and so on… . They have gards with guns at the beaches outside the hotells in Hurgada?!! (Sorry for my english) so think two times befare you go!☺️And always have egytian punds change in your pocket if you go… you will need it😅 But the food is good😉🫓🫓🍟🍰
@@vanillakiss8701Yea, not every time I had a chance to walk outside with my husband and everything was ok. I used to go outside with my 6 yo daughter tho😊
I really enjoyed your video, thank you for the detailed review. I'm doing a solo trip to Hurghada soon, is there any advice you have for me as a female traveller, also any tips about going to Cairo, i want to avoid the road trip, heard it's very long.
Thanks for your kind comments. Hurghada is safe for solo female travellers. You just need to watch out for scammers as everyone is trying to overcharge you. Always pay for things using the local currency and use an Uber instead of a Local taxi. I recommend flying to Cairo, instead of travelling by road as it’s more comfortable. Try using EgyptAir to travel from Hurghada to Cairo as their prices are reasonable Please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Things I Learned in Egypt: • Adult-only hotels are actually retirement homes. • Elderly people are very quick and eager to show pictures of their children and grandchildren. • In Arab countries, marriage is a business; instead of camels or chickens as in the past, the groom must gift the bride’s parents household appliances like televisions or ovens. • Cats are dirty and dusty, also emaciated and disease-ridden, many have only one functioning eye. • Camels taste like beef. • All the people outside the hotel are despicable. They have no respect for you, and it wouldn’t surprise me if the waiters (outside the hotel) spit in your food.
Hi, I'm going to Hurghada in 10 days. I wonder if the streets are safe for a solo female traveler or not. It's my first time traveling alone, but I've traveled a lot with friends before. I'm both excited and a bit scared at the same time 😅
I've been coming from UK to Egypt for 20 years been living here 7years its a fantastic place far safer than UK just learn before you come, as for taxis get IDrive app for your phone before you come, and buy a Vodafone sim in Hurghada Airport with credit
It all depends on the purpose of your trip. Makady Bay is very artificial, created for tourists. There is a great aquapark, I recommend it. But if you want to see the old town with the souk, the marina, visit a cathedral or see a mosque, see the fish market, that kind of thing, it is better to favor Hurghada itself. Knowing that the city center (Sheraton Road) and Makadi Bay are 30 minutes away by car, you can opt for a hotel on the coast near the Senzo Mall. You will be in the middle in distance and Uber is not expensive to get around. There is also the big Aquarium there, a very nice visit to do. For shopping I recommend the old town (El Dahar) or the city center (Sheraton Road), cheaper than the shops of the hotels, especially in Makadi where it is very expensive.
Take dollars , euros or British pounds as it’s better to pay in foreign currency at the airport for the visa, that is if it’s visa on arrival. For buying things locally, it’s Egyptian Pounds all the way
do a little research & ensure you have the correct amount of dollars for the visa. We have also previously been stung by airport taxis we recomend having a previously paid for service, or if chancing it now that it is available using UBER as the fair is previously agreed & paid electronically.
We're going to Hugarda in May, it's our First time also with 2 young children. Thanks for the info in your vids. Anything we should avoid and any recommendations of things to do has a family. Thanks so much x
I recommend using Uber to travel around as the price is reasonable and the taxi driver wouldn’t cheat you. Hotels and local taxi drivers would overcharge you for using their taxis and sometimes might ask you to pay in foreign currency You need to visit the Marina, the mosque next to the Marina and also El Dahar(Old Town). There is also a lot of water-sports activities you can go on Take about £25 with you, so you can pay for your visa at the airport. The visa is about $25, but it’s good to have a bit more on you
@@DNZAS1979 I will pay in £ or $ for the visa only as the exchange rate at the airport might be ridiculous. Once you are out of the airport, use local currency only for food, taxis and tours Hope this makes sense
Don't use taxis at all. You don't need them. A microbus will take you close enough, no matter where you want to go. And it only costs a few EGP. You just need to know if where you're going is North or South. If you're going West or East, just walk. The town is only about 2 miles wide. I'd only consider even using public transport if going from one part of the town to the other. Consider everything North of the marina and Al Mina mosque, to be one area, and everything South of it to be another. If you want to walk North or South, don't do it on the coast road. Especially if you're staying is Sekalla (The newer part of the city, South of the Al Mina mosque, which is next to the marina) If you use the coast road (Sheraton Road in Sekalla), you'll get approached by a LOT of shopkeepers and street vendors. You can minimize it a bit by walking on the sunny side of the street, but you can eliminate it altogether by just walking one street farther away from the sea. If a child comes up to you, trying to sell you a T-shirt, back away immediately. Make sure there is space between you and them, cus they are using that T-shirt to hide their hand, and they're going to use that hand to pick your pocket. Usually, they do this in pairs and as soon as they have your wallet, they give it to their accomplice, and it's as good as gone. When you pay people, make sure you make it obvious that you know which notes you're giving them, and don't take your eyes off the money. It's mostly taxi drivers who do this. If you look away while they're counting the money, they will switch a 100 for a 10 and say you never gave them enough. Always wash your hands before you eat. And make sure you don't wait until you get thirsty to drink water, or you're gonna have diarrhea. Mostly...stay away from taxis. People will tell you to agree a price before you get in, but the drivers know this, and will often pretend to have misunderstood. It's just not worth the hassle. It's only a mile from the airport to the edge of town and from there, you can take a microbus. They're incredibly cheap. Don't ask for directions. Always look like you know where you're going. If someone helps you, they will expect something from you. If you're with a family, you won't be approached as much. Especially if you look like you're married. Never pay the price you're told. NEVER. Even in old town, if you don't look Egyptian, the starting price will be high. In Sekalla, the vendors wil give you a starting price that's maybe 10X what they will accept. But if you see an ornament or something you like, before you buy it, look on Alibaba to see how much it really costs, cus it's all imported from China. Even the hotels sell fake sunglasses - Chinese copies of known brands. If you want to buy clothes, go to a market in old town. (North of the marina and Al Mina mosque) You'll get far better prices for far better quality than if you go into a tourist shop. Especially the tourist shops on the coast. If you MUST get a taxi from the airport, consider asking someone to get one for you, and insist on paying the driver in front of them. And if you're including a tip, make sure you tell him and that he understands. He's still likely to find an excuse to ask for more money when you get where you're going, but as long as you never put your luggage in the trunk, he has no leverage. NEVER put your luggage in the trunk, or the driver has you in the palm of his hand. Hurghada is very safe. Nobody will try to hurt you, but they will try everything else, to get the money out of your pocket. Don't go out with a large sum of money. In fact, if you see something you want to buy, just walk past, then take money out of your wallet, so that you only have enough for what you'd consider a fair price for it. That way, you can show them how much you have, and they can either agree to your price, or you can walk away and they have no further argument. They will often try to look offended, insulted or angry. That's good. It's not real. It's all part of the game and it just lets you know that you got a decent price. If they weren't happy with what you offered, they wouldn't agree to the sale. As for things to do...boat trips can be cool. But if you go to giftun island, don't buy anything there. It's insanely expensive. There's usually food and drink on the boat. It may even be free if it's the hotel's boat and it's an all-inclusive hotel. There are also glass bottomed boats that can take you out. You can even go fishing if you like. There are day trips from Hurghada to Luxor if you have the energy for that. It's a long bus ride though, and Luxor is going to be a lot hotter than Hurghada. If you run out of water in your hotel room, go find the cleaner's trolly and grab some off that while they're busy cleaning a room. If you order a room service meal, do NOT get drinks with it. They will charge stupid prices for a bottle of coke or something. In the lobby of your hotel, they will probably have a stand full of leaflets for local businessees and activities. That's a good place to look. Or, if you have an idea of the kind of things you'd like to do, just ask someone at the hotel. Make sure you keep a map with you, so they can point you in the right direction. Even if it's just a small map on one of the leaflets. If it's a long way, use an Uber. I'd also recommend using an uber to get from the airport if you don't feel like walking. But really....I'd walk. It's a good way to stretch your legs after the flight. Which hotel are you staying at?
Thanks for commenting. Unfortunately I do not know the price as I didn’t go to Luxor, however there are a lot of people selling reasonably priced trips in the town area. Don’t use the Hotel to book as they are very expensive
I asked hotel porter how much a taxi would cost to hurghada town he said 3 ..I went outside hotel to the taxi sharks outside ,got in ,,, he said 20 I said no I’ll give you 5 , he said ok ,on the way back was worse because there are lots of middle men arranging a taxi for you for a. Fee, even though the taxis are waiting ,
We got visas on arrival, that was 1st scum in this town. That was our 2nd visit in Egypt and last one for sure, Egypt should change name for SCUMGYPT !
It's not complicated to get a visa at the airport if you check the information before you leave to travel. Immigration cards should be handed out on the flight. I live here now but have flown into Hurghada or sharm probably about 60 times never had a problem
I'm looking at videos as well, trying to see if I want to go and you are right, the comments are just complete crap, people just criticising travel bloggers from from their couches.There is not any app you can go to where the toxicity is not overbearing... Sorry you have to deal with that.
500 egyptian lira is equivalent to 8 GBP, so you are literally argued about 3 pouds? Take Uber next time, hotel will charge you USD 20, I got my pick up arranged with my AirBnB landlord, 15 min ride for USD 10.
Genuine question , when it comes to clothing for the females to wear can they wear what they want ? Apart from religious places of course. Just we are staying in hurghada at end of June and just wondering if she would be okay like standard shorts and a vest top when walking around and bikini in hotel areas and what not ?
Females can wear what they want. They are no restrictions. If you are visiting a mosque, you are obviously expected to dress appropriately. Aside from that females can wear what they want. Egypt is not strict like that
Thats not Really true. I have been in Egypte 10 times. A woman should Cover Her Legs and Arms. !!!! And of course cover boobs. Respect the culture. If You are in resort u Can wear whatever. But OUTSIDE resort think twice. 🙏🙏💫💫💫🧿
This place sucks, absolutely sucks. i was on a 16 days all inclusive trip, after arriving i have to pay more for toiletpaper internet was not working after 23:04 the time i arrived at the hotel i asked for some food because i was staved after my trip. They told me again you have to pay extra after 23:00. So i asked for a bottle of water : same answer after 23:00 you have to pay extra, okay i went to bed woke up still starving around 09:06 and i thought aight lets get breakfast! Ow no i only can eat breakfast feom 07:00 till 09:00 so they still not give me food.. this story would be endless so ill share the end of the trip (after 4 days). I got stabbed by an insekt at the beach and i got an allergic reaction so i was in shock and runned towards the what they call shuttle bus who brings you back to the hotel. And this was their answer no you have to wait 31 minutes. 😂😂 But i was dying i needed my meds wich where in my hotel room. After i showed those 8 working people that is was serieus they told me NO ENGLISH . so i run for my live on 60 degrees celsius stones for 20 minutes hardly breathing my eyeball is half popping out of my eyesokket.. those people man wow. Im currently bring this hotel and the travel agency to dutch court .. i almost died and the people there just say you have to pay extra ..
My recent experience at Hurghada Airport was nothing short of disgraceful. The behavior of the airport staff was shameless, rude, and racist, leaving me deeply disappointed and infuriated. It is disheartening to witness such underqualified, dim-witted, and corrupt individuals in positions of authority.
As Kurds who couldn't speak Arabic fluently because living in Sweden since age of 6, we became the target of the old individual who checked our passports. It seemed like he was envious or harbored some ill feelings towards us. He went out of his way to ensure that we missed our flight, deliberately mispronouncing our names and searching for any excuse to argue with us about trivial matters. He bombarded us with intrusive questions about our father's name, birthplace, and our inability to speak Arabic.
After some time, he conveniently pretended to be ignorant of the English language and began interrogating us in Arabic. It was only when someone behind us stepped forward to assist with translation that he shifted his focus to Saddam Hussein, praising him as a great man-ironically, the same man responsible for a genocide against our people.
When we confronted him about his behavior, he responded by hurling curses at us in his language. The flight was thankfully delayed or else we would've been stranded thanks to this racist man. Our initial intention had been to help the kind and needy individuals we encountered during our stay, but after enduring such treatment, I can confidently say that I will never set foot in Egypt again.
I sincerely hope that the airport authorities take this review seriously and address the abysmal state of affairs. The treatment we received is an embarrassment to the friendly and helpful people we encountered in the city, who truly made our stay amazing. Hurghada Airport must reconsider the hiring and training of its staff if it wishes to maintain any semblance of credibility and hospitality.
thats incredible.I bveliev it as i saw something simialr to an elderly Iraq couple who lived in the uK
My friend is a Kurd too! He came with me to Morocco many times and said it reminds him and his mother as home, he too didn’t speak arabic but absolutely love Morocco till this day!
Maybe you should try Morocco too!
So sad to read how you have been treated 😢. Racism and discrimination is very common in Egypt.
Oh no sorry about that. I hope you know most of us love Kurds, Salahuddin who is one of the most famous Egyptian rulers was a Kurd himself. I hope the rest of your visit was at least nicer
that is easy. british people did everything that the world hates them. so stop crying
Thank you for your tips been egypt 5 times still have lots of problems guys like you help thanks
Thanks for watching my video and for the kind comments
Taxi should have cost more than 30-100le and that 100 with cover a good distance. If they know your staying in a nice hotel they will try get more money from you. From an airport expect to pay 70-200 maximum, that’s if your not even staying in hurghada 200, 70 within hurghada.
Currently Egypt is having a foreign currency shortage and is suffering from hyperinflation. I advise people bring dollars or euros as a go to. Your money will go much further on the black market than via the banks. And everyone be weary of scammers as it’s completely normal 😄 but it’s a beautiful place and you can only be scammed if you allow it. So learn your prices and don’t be fooled guys. Also tipping goes a long way. Another option to stop you from getting overcharged is Uber. You can tell taxi drivers an Uber will do it for half of the price and majority of them will accept half or more of their initial asking price. Another rule if your making an exchange with someone be it in their shop, booking a trip or taxi, never let them know it’s your first time in the country as now your marking yourself 😄 but other than paying little extra for things the people are lovely and very welcoming
Use an Uber ... Don't use the taxis
@sarahshahzad7241 totally agree
@aimeedaley462 I am going in sep am I better bringing just euros or a mix of euros and local currency?
@@kerrylarkham2066 the black markets been shut off now. Usual bank rates or yea bring cash and exchange in the country through banks
Mix. @@kerrylarkham2066
Thank you for the heads-up. Mutch appreciated 🤙
You are welcome bro
its not a tourist issue only, as Egyptian i use uber instead, its much safer and taxi drivers are just braindead
Haha. I agree
Bro Hurghada is amazing was there this January and trust me it’s was the bomb, the locals were so friendly and spoke English fluently and the resort are great. I loved it there.
Yeah it’s a lovely place. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
How was the weather in January
@kurtdamons720 I went in March and the weather was great then 😉
I’m considering going in January - was the weather still hot (prolly a silly question )
@@femdivinemind7777 I went around March and the weather was great. I think the weather in January will be warm, as it’s North Africa 😉
This video is gold dust. TYVM for the info
Thanks 🙏🏾
Beautiful video my friend , Hurghada is amazing at night , and I like the dry heat , very nice climate , many thanks for the wonderful video big like and have a wonderful day !!
Thanks Karim
Is the weather any good in November or dec mate?
@@abdulgafur9095I have just got back from a trip there mid to late October - saw one cloud the whole week and it was 31 and 32 degrees daily. It cools down overnight to about 16 degrees in the early hours but goes from that to the mid 20s by about 8am. Hope that helps!
Going over next Tuesday. Can’t wait.
You will definitely have a good time
Love love love your content! New subscriber! Can’t wait to binge the rest of your videos. I am going to Egypt next year, but to Sharm El Sheikh. Thank you for showing us Hurghada 🇪🇬
Thanks for subscribing
I love Hurghada!! Everyone considering a visit to Egypt should add the city to their list! 🤎. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for this video some good tips 😅 I’m going next week didn’t know about the visa thank you 🙏🏽
No worries. The pleasure is all mine 😉
Thank you !!! THIS REALLY HELPS !
Glad I was able to help
Offical Visa price is $25 or the equivalent exchange rate on day you land , so about £20 to £21 .
Around that price 👍🏾
Me and my daughter just left last week.Absolutely amazing.We stayed at Sinbad Club.
What was the weather like? Did you pick all inclusive ?
@Lesistius The weather was nice and warm. Yes, all inclusive
I applied for my Egyptian Visa online prior to visiting through the Egyptian Visa government website, it was sooo easy, took about 5 minutes, NO difficult questions and I had my E-Visas within 24 hours for a cost of $25, I also applied for my friends and that was the same, easy and $25, so I am not sure why you are saying it's difficult.
It also states online if you read up that they only accept cash at the airport for visas, so no excuses for people not to have USD readily available!
Cheers for your video been to Egypt many times not been for a few years but going back in march your video picked up the essentials but anybody else going out do a bit research like you've done especially taxis and money exchange but best advice from me would be when going out always wear sunglasses no eye contact with sellers and keep walking if you don't want to buy anything and Egypt is safe every time I have been there 👍
Thanks for providing some good tips and for watching my video
Thanks for creating this video. I plan to visit before I leave Egypt, and I'll let you know how it goes.
Thanks for watching my video. Please let me know how it goes 🙏🏾🙏🏾
@@AdzwayTV You got it.
Thanks for the info. Appreciated.
No worries 😉
Thankyou for the info on the taxis and the visa, very much appreciated my friend 🫡
Thanks for the feedback and for watching my video
@@AdzwayTVsolid advice my brother 👍
Great video thanks for information on travel to Egypt as I’m planning on going on holiday here soon 🙏🏽😊
Thanks 🙏🏾
Did you go?
Im going to Hurgada in a couple of months.
Thanks for the heads up. Ill be taking USD and Egyptian pounds with me before I travel.
Have been to Cairo and done the process before. But genuinely surprised at the card payments and ATM issues.
Yeah, the ATM issues was absurd
Nice! I'm going next week. That taxi situation is normal in certain countries. In the USA it could be violent quickly
Stick to Uber in hurghada!
Very useful and beneficial, well done thank you
I arrived in Egypt last week and they did accept card on arrival at the kiosk so it might have changed now. For some reason they didn’t want cash.
Haha. Maybe it has changed now
Just come back from hugarda it was truly amazing everyone is very friendly the views are amazing
Hurghada is definitely the place to be 😉
Hi mate, thanks for all the advice and tips. Going to Hurghada for holiday with family. Do you have any other videos for Hurghada? Any other safety tips or issues, particularly related to Children
Thank you for the information.
After watching this video, I'm having second thoughts about going to Hurghada.
Love from Egypt ❤❤🇪🇬🕊
Thanks 🙏🏾 🙏🏾
Its good you are honest and tell orhers what you experience.maybe they can avoid getting ripped of
Thanks 🙏🏾
I pay extra but organise a private pickup. No stress, no negotiation, works a dream
A good Honest Review,Thanks 🤙
Thanks
Thank you so much for sharing this video
Thanks for watching my video
Thanks for advise on the visa never knew that I’m looking to go around Oct 23rd for anyone on this page any views on nice hotels with children 👍
I have been I have been thinking about going to Hurghada or Sharon el Sheikh, more so for the scuba diving as it is alot cheaper than most places and the red sea is known for its coral reefs, sharks and marine life. I have been the Agadir in Morocco and loved it, they were so nice and very accommodating, the city was very nice built, spacious and very safe. I felt safe to walk around at night. I am hoping Hurghada or Sharm is similar enough to that but I have heard terrible accounts of how run down and poverty strike the city is and how many Egyptian staff are quite rude to people who aren't British or American. I am half Brit and half Bulgarian so it should be fine
Thanks for advice regarding airport and taxi experience 😊
No worries. Thanks for watching my video
Good informative video. Thank you.
Thanks 🙏🏾🙏🏾
No videos I’ve seen have mentioned the visa thank you for the great info 🙏
No worries 😉
Are the avg temperatures good for January /February time . Was wondering why I can get cheap holiday for these times
I went around March, so not sure to be honest. Sorry I can’t be of help and thanks for watching my video
I was in Hurghada in june 2023. Actually i didn't saw anything of scamming. Maybe because im also from Arab descent. The people in Egypt where very nice. I had a good time in Egypt. Inchallah i go back
Been there two times…. Traveld from Hurgada to Luxor by bus🙈🙈 Dont travel alone!!! And never go out alone as a tourist! I Day or night!!!!! Goes for both men and women! Sad but true! Luxor is fantastic tho, if you are looking fore Egyption historie 😍 But hire a guide. (But it is an 100% crazy contry…!! )From the airport to the hotells and so on… . They have gards with guns at the beaches outside the hotells in Hurgada?!! (Sorry for my english) so think two times befare you go!☺️And always have egytian punds change in your pocket if you go… you will need it😅 But the food is good😉🫓🫓🍟🍰
I am always walking alone as a girl no prob
@@vanillakiss8701Yea, not every time I had a chance to walk outside with my husband and everything was ok. I used to go outside with my 6 yo daughter tho😊
Very informative thank you 👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾
Thanks
Thank you so much for the information
You are welcome
thankyou for the info
Great episode , keep it up !!!
Thanks Norbert 🙌🏾🙌🏾
Loved
Wow. Great tips. Was just about to book and said let me learn more. Thank you! PS :What do you do to be able to travel so much?
Thanks for watching my video. Let’s just say I have been blessed to have the means to travel . Please subscribe if you haven’t
This video is super helpful. I’m going next week, I’ll make sure I’ll withdraw money beforehand either in dollars or pounds.
Good idea. Thanks for watching my video. Enjoy your trip next week
Thank you for advice
No worries 😉
I really enjoyed your video, thank you for the detailed review.
I'm doing a solo trip to Hurghada soon, is there any advice you have for me as a female traveller, also any tips about going to Cairo, i want to avoid the road trip, heard it's very long.
Thanks for your kind comments. Hurghada is safe for solo female travellers. You just need to watch out for scammers as everyone is trying to overcharge you. Always pay for things using the local currency and use an Uber instead of a Local taxi.
I recommend flying to Cairo, instead of travelling by road as it’s more comfortable. Try using EgyptAir to travel from Hurghada to Cairo as their prices are reasonable
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Stay in hurghada don't go for cairo harghada is very beautiful and the resorts are amazing
@@mohammadmohammadsaeid7327 Cairo is also a nice place to visit
Things I Learned in Egypt:
• Adult-only hotels are actually retirement homes.
• Elderly people are very quick and eager to show pictures of their children and grandchildren.
• In Arab countries, marriage is a business; instead of camels or chickens as in the past, the groom must gift the bride’s parents household appliances like televisions or ovens.
• Cats are dirty and dusty, also emaciated and disease-ridden, many have only one functioning eye.
• Camels taste like beef.
• All the people outside the hotel are despicable. They have no respect for you, and it wouldn’t surprise me if the waiters (outside the hotel) spit in your food.
To do a full 15min video like this is amazing. Well done bro😂😂😂
thank you... going there june😃
You gonna have fun in Hurghada
thanks for the advice, I had no clue about the visa and its price, will definitely bring extra cash
No worries
wise words at the end my friend, subscribed for more...✌
Thanks for the visa tip!
Travelling to Hurghada in 7 weeks. I wonder if it’s safe for a young family with small children ?
Yes it is safe.
Very safe
Hi, I'm going to Hurghada in 10 days. I wonder if the streets are safe for a solo female traveler or not. It's my first time traveling alone, but I've traveled a lot with friends before. I'm both excited and a bit scared at the same time 😅
Hurghada is really safe for solo female travellers . People will obviously approach you to sell stuff, but they wouldn’t harm you
Such a helpful comment @@user-ar94tre7huif5
What tours/excursions are available in hurghuda/Makida Bay ?
Hi @adzway TV. Which area did you stay in, was it the Marina? And are yiu happy with wehere you stayed or would you choose differently?
I stayed in Pickalbatros Citadel Sahl Hasheesh Resort, which is a bit far from the Marina. It was a really good resort hotel
I want to come in January. I don’t know if the weather is okay. Which area do you recommend?
To be honest, I don’t know if the weather is good either. Are you looking to visit both Cairo and Hurghada or just Hurghada
Thankyou for your valuable input, was thinking of booking flights, but doesn’t sound like it’s for me
Haha. I see what you are saying 😉😉😉
I've been coming from UK to Egypt for 20 years been living here 7years its a fantastic place far safer than UK just learn before you come, as for taxis get IDrive app for your phone before you come, and buy a Vodafone sim in Hurghada Airport with credit
Do you recommend staying in makadi bay or hurghada area cause it’s a bit confusing on which place is more interesting
I haven’t visited Makadi bay yet, but I know Hurghada is really nice
It all depends on the purpose of your trip. Makady Bay is very artificial, created for tourists. There is a great aquapark, I recommend it. But if you want to see the old town with the souk, the marina, visit a cathedral or see a mosque, see the fish market, that kind of thing, it is better to favor Hurghada itself. Knowing that the city center (Sheraton Road) and Makadi Bay are 30 minutes away by car, you can opt for a hotel on the coast near the Senzo Mall. You will be in the middle in distance and Uber is not expensive to get around. There is also the big Aquarium there, a very nice visit to do. For shopping I recommend the old town (El Dahar) or the city center (Sheraton Road), cheaper than the shops of the hotels, especially in Makadi where it is very expensive.
The peteol is like 3-5 Egypt pund/ litet.. so you paid him 1/4 of his monthly salary
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INPUT MATE.....
We’re heading to Hurghada in March. Is the money situation still the same. Am I better taking euros, dollars or egp?
Take dollars , euros or British pounds as it’s better to pay in foreign currency at the airport for the visa, that is if it’s visa on arrival. For buying things locally, it’s Egyptian Pounds all the way
Do you need visa if you going for 1 week?
Yes you do. I suppose you are a British passport holder
do a little research & ensure you have the correct amount of dollars for the visa. We have also previously been stung by airport taxis we recomend having a previously paid for service, or if chancing it now that it is available using UBER as the fair is previously agreed & paid electronically.
Totally agree
I'm looking at coming on my own would u recommend it
@@MaureenMead Yes, it is totally safe
How hot is it in Egypt in February
Quite hot
@@AdzwayTV how many degrees will it be?
@@JS-jj1vg cannot remember to be honest 😂
We're going to Hugarda in May, it's our First time also with 2 young children.
Thanks for the info in your vids.
Anything we should avoid and any recommendations of things to do has a family.
Thanks so much x
I recommend using Uber to travel around as the price is reasonable and the taxi driver wouldn’t cheat you. Hotels and local taxi drivers would overcharge you for using their taxis and sometimes might ask you to pay in foreign currency
You need to visit the Marina, the mosque next to the Marina and also El Dahar(Old Town). There is also a lot of water-sports activities you can go on
Take about £25 with you, so you can pay for your visa at the airport. The visa is about $25, but it’s good to have a bit more on you
This might sound a silly question.. Is it better to pay in Dollors, ££ or local currency?
Thank you for your reply. x
@@DNZAS1979 I will pay in £ or $ for the visa only as the exchange rate at the airport might be ridiculous. Once you are out of the airport, use local currency only for food, taxis and tours
Hope this makes sense
that's brilliant - thanks so much.
Thank you for being so informative. 👊
Don't use taxis at all. You don't need them. A microbus will take you close enough, no matter where you want to go. And it only costs a few EGP. You just need to know if where you're going is North or South. If you're going West or East, just walk. The town is only about 2 miles wide. I'd only consider even using public transport if going from one part of the town to the other. Consider everything North of the marina and Al Mina mosque, to be one area, and everything South of it to be another. If you want to walk North or South, don't do it on the coast road. Especially if you're staying is Sekalla (The newer part of the city, South of the Al Mina mosque, which is next to the marina) If you use the coast road (Sheraton Road in Sekalla), you'll get approached by a LOT of shopkeepers and street vendors. You can minimize it a bit by walking on the sunny side of the street, but you can eliminate it altogether by just walking one street farther away from the sea.
If a child comes up to you, trying to sell you a T-shirt, back away immediately. Make sure there is space between you and them, cus they are using that T-shirt to hide their hand, and they're going to use that hand to pick your pocket. Usually, they do this in pairs and as soon as they have your wallet, they give it to their accomplice, and it's as good as gone.
When you pay people, make sure you make it obvious that you know which notes you're giving them, and don't take your eyes off the money. It's mostly taxi drivers who do this. If you look away while they're counting the money, they will switch a 100 for a 10 and say you never gave them enough.
Always wash your hands before you eat. And make sure you don't wait until you get thirsty to drink water, or you're gonna have diarrhea.
Mostly...stay away from taxis. People will tell you to agree a price before you get in, but the drivers know this, and will often pretend to have misunderstood. It's just not worth the hassle. It's only a mile from the airport to the edge of town and from there, you can take a microbus. They're incredibly cheap.
Don't ask for directions. Always look like you know where you're going. If someone helps you, they will expect something from you.
If you're with a family, you won't be approached as much. Especially if you look like you're married.
Never pay the price you're told. NEVER. Even in old town, if you don't look Egyptian, the starting price will be high. In Sekalla, the vendors wil give you a starting price that's maybe 10X what they will accept. But if you see an ornament or something you like, before you buy it, look on Alibaba to see how much it really costs, cus it's all imported from China.
Even the hotels sell fake sunglasses - Chinese copies of known brands. If you want to buy clothes, go to a market in old town. (North of the marina and Al Mina mosque) You'll get far better prices for far better quality than if you go into a tourist shop. Especially the tourist shops on the coast.
If you MUST get a taxi from the airport, consider asking someone to get one for you, and insist on paying the driver in front of them. And if you're including a tip, make sure you tell him and that he understands. He's still likely to find an excuse to ask for more money when you get where you're going, but as long as you never put your luggage in the trunk, he has no leverage. NEVER put your luggage in the trunk, or the driver has you in the palm of his hand.
Hurghada is very safe. Nobody will try to hurt you, but they will try everything else, to get the money out of your pocket. Don't go out with a large sum of money. In fact, if you see something you want to buy, just walk past, then take money out of your wallet, so that you only have enough for what you'd consider a fair price for it. That way, you can show them how much you have, and they can either agree to your price, or you can walk away and they have no further argument.
They will often try to look offended, insulted or angry. That's good. It's not real. It's all part of the game and it just lets you know that you got a decent price. If they weren't happy with what you offered, they wouldn't agree to the sale.
As for things to do...boat trips can be cool. But if you go to giftun island, don't buy anything there. It's insanely expensive. There's usually food and drink on the boat. It may even be free if it's the hotel's boat and it's an all-inclusive hotel. There are also glass bottomed boats that can take you out. You can even go fishing if you like.
There are day trips from Hurghada to Luxor if you have the energy for that. It's a long bus ride though, and Luxor is going to be a lot hotter than Hurghada.
If you run out of water in your hotel room, go find the cleaner's trolly and grab some off that while they're busy cleaning a room. If you order a room service meal, do NOT get drinks with it. They will charge stupid prices for a bottle of coke or something.
In the lobby of your hotel, they will probably have a stand full of leaflets for local businessees and activities. That's a good place to look. Or, if you have an idea of the kind of things you'd like to do, just ask someone at the hotel. Make sure you keep a map with you, so they can point you in the right direction. Even if it's just a small map on one of the leaflets.
If it's a long way, use an Uber. I'd also recommend using an uber to get from the airport if you don't feel like walking. But really....I'd walk. It's a good way to stretch your legs after the flight.
Which hotel are you staying at?
You need to apply for visa before you arrive at the airport?
Nice work ❤
Thanks Shani
If i have Europe passport i need visa for week holiday?
Hi, I should think so, as British citizens need a visa 👍🏾👍🏾
Going here 11th January for 14 nights
Do you know how much cost to Luxor by taxi and back?
Thanks for commenting. Unfortunately I do not know the price as I didn’t go to Luxor, however there are a lot of people selling reasonably priced trips in the town area. Don’t use the Hotel to book as they are very expensive
@AdzwayTV thanks, I mean if you go further than 300 km. by taxi, do you think it will be more than 200€ ?
@SuperKaloyan No, it shouldn’t be. Shop around I will say
YOUR AMAZING.....WE GO TO HURGHADA NEXT WEEK AND WERE NOT GETTING A TAXI..Thanks to your input ..........THANK YOU...
No worries. The pleasure is all mine 😉😉
So many people telling me I shouldn’t be taking my kids to Egypt next year. What are your thoughts on taking kids ?
I can’t comment on that I am afraid.
Egypt is a very safe country, not sure why would anyone think it's not safe for kids.
lol what kind of a kid who don't like it in egypt hahaha you are hilarious jack
I am going next month with my family,no one said not to go with children
Tank you bro
What hotel did you stay ?
Me and my family are going next year. Is it hard to get a visa ? Is there any information you could pass on please
No, it isn’t hard to get a visa. You can get a visa at the airport. Just have some cash on you. At least £100
@@AdzwayTV no way to get rejected for the visa when you apply for one once you arrive ?
Also thank you for your reply great video
No one with a British and American passport got rejected
Thanks
I asked hotel porter how much a taxi would cost to hurghada town he said 3 ..I went outside hotel to the taxi sharks outside ,got in ,,, he said 20 I said no I’ll give you 5 , he said ok ,on the way back was worse because there are lots of middle men arranging a taxi for you for a. Fee, even though the taxis are waiting ,
Hurghada is crazy when it comes to taxis
Is Euros accepted everywhere?
We got visas on arrival, that was 1st scum in this town. That was our 2nd visit in Egypt and last one for sure, Egypt should change name for SCUMGYPT !
It's not complicated to get a visa at the airport if you check the information before you leave to travel. Immigration cards should be handed out on the flight. I live here now but have flown into Hurghada or sharm probably about 60 times never had a problem
Hi, I wonder if it is good time to go July to Hurghada? Would you suggest?
I think it’s good all season to be honest 👍🏾
no very hot in July
I'm looking at videos as well, trying to see if I want to go and you are right, the comments are just complete crap, people just criticising travel bloggers from from their couches.There is not any app you can go to where the toxicity is not overbearing... Sorry you have to deal with that.
It’s okay. They guys on their couches don’t know better😂
500 egyptian lira is equivalent to 8 GBP, so you are literally argued about 3 pouds? Take Uber next time, hotel will charge you USD 20, I got my pick up arranged with my AirBnB landlord, 15 min ride for USD 10.
500 for a taxi isn't to bad maybe £13 uk , good video still thanks
Hie if I go to Egypt with my brp uk residence card and my Zimbabwean passport, will they agree or not. ?
Better direct this question at the Egyptian Embassy or Consulate in the UK.
Don’t waste words with taxi drivers, just shake your head slowly and wag your index finger, they’ll understand body language
Haha. I agree
very expensive in hurghada
Your taxi driver would rather get paid in pounds because the local currency fluctuates too much.
Is it safe for solo women???
Yes it is
Thank you iv booked for September @AdzwayTV
@katrinamackenzie8789 You will have a good time
Is hurghada gay friendly? We are planning to go, me and my partner but a bit anxious how they treat gay people
If it's not obvious and you don't mention it, they don't care.
Just don’t show your affection in public and you’ll be alright
Genuine question , when it comes to clothing for the females to wear can they wear what they want ? Apart from religious places of course. Just we are staying in hurghada at end of June and just wondering if she would be okay like standard shorts and a vest top when walking around and bikini in hotel areas and what not ?
Females can wear what they want. They are no restrictions. If you are visiting a mosque, you are obviously expected to dress appropriately. Aside from that females can wear what they want. Egypt is not strict like that
Thankyou so much for that!!
@@dylanwilson9635 No worries
Are there any mosques near ?
Can women pray in the mosques
Thats not Really true. I have been in Egypte 10 times. A woman should Cover Her Legs and Arms. !!!! And of course cover boobs. Respect the culture. If You are in resort u Can wear whatever. But OUTSIDE resort think twice. 🙏🙏💫💫💫🧿
I’m going to Egypt and Wednesday
You are gonna have a good time. Enjoy 😉
The difference between 500 Egyptian pounds and 250 Egyptian pounds is £4, all that aggro over £4 🤣 Good visa info though 👍
Pleased that you found the visa info useful and thanks for watching my video
@@AdzwayTV Thanks for making it, good to get some research in before a potential holiday 😎
This place sucks, absolutely sucks. i was on a 16 days all inclusive trip, after arriving i have to pay more for toiletpaper internet was not working after 23:04 the time i arrived at the hotel i asked for some food because i was staved after my trip. They told me again you have to pay extra after 23:00. So i asked for a bottle of water : same answer after 23:00 you have to pay extra, okay i went to bed woke up still starving around 09:06 and i thought aight lets get breakfast! Ow no i only can eat breakfast feom 07:00 till 09:00 so they still not give me food.. this story would be endless so ill share the end of the trip (after 4 days). I got stabbed by an insekt at the beach and i got an allergic reaction so i was in shock and runned towards the what they call shuttle bus who brings you back to the hotel. And this was their answer no you have to wait 31 minutes. 😂😂 But i was dying i needed my meds wich where in my hotel room. After i showed those 8 working people that is was serieus they told me NO ENGLISH . so i run for my live on 60 degrees celsius stones for 20 minutes hardly breathing my eyeball is half popping out of my eyesokket.. those people man wow. Im currently bring this hotel and the travel agency to dutch court .. i almost died and the people there just say you have to pay extra ..