Egypt By Owner Vacation Rentals

Capital-	Cairo
Language Spoken-	Arabic
Best Time to Visit-	October to May, in order to avoid the heat
Currency-	Egyptian Pound
Must Eat-	Kushari, a dish consisting of rice, lentils, chickpeas, and macaroni
Must Drink-	Egyptian Tea, very strong and sugary
Learn to Say-	"Salam wa aleikum" (Peace be upon you)
Life in Egypt-	During Ramadan, the 9th month of the Islamic calendar, Muslims are forbidden to eat, drink, or smoke before sundown. Many restaurants and shops won't open till after sundown and public transportation is more difficult to obtain

 
 

Egypt is home to one of the oldest civilizations in the world and is a great destination for a relaxed and informative vacation rental. With both the world’s largest artificial lake and the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World that still exists, Egypt is home to many opportunities for exciting things to see and do during your Egypt vacation rental.
 
Although the first thing you think of when you hear  Egypt  might be a wasteland of Saharan desert, there’s so much more to this scenic country. Egypt is home to many famous beaches such as Jasmine Beach in Hughada or Mamoura Beach in Alexandria. Jasmine Beach is famous for its resort atmosphere and its many diving locations. But the majority of diving fans head to Sinai, Egypt for its world-renowned snorkeling and diving spots. While you’re in Sinai, be sure and stop by the Monastery of Saint Catherine at Mount Sinai – it’s allegedly the location of the Burning Bush.
 
For a little modern culture, Cairo, Egypt is often called the "Hollywood of the Middle East" for its many performing arts venues and the yearly Cairo International Film Festival. Catch a show at the Cairo Opera House or take a walk through the Egyptian Museum.
 
Finally, for a taste of what Egypt is best known for, tour the numerous ancient landmarks and monuments that are scattered throughout the country. The most grand is the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and the nearby Sphinx. Luxor, Egypt is home to the Temple of Karnak and the Valley of Kings while Aswan, Egypt is home to the Abu temple ruins and the Tombs of the Nobles. If you stop by Lake Nasser, the world’s largest artificial lake, you can see the Temple of Ramses which is only accessible by boat.
 
Combine all this historical culture and beautiful scenery with a temperate climate that often enjoys warm temperatures even in the winter, and you’ve got a great destination for your next Egypt vacation rental!