Dahab is home to a collection of various animals, many of which roam the streets. Dogs and cats are common. Flocks of goats, owned by local Bedouin families, are often seen wandering around Dahab looking for greenery or a tasty piece of cardboard to eat.
Dahab has changed from an isolated Bedouin oasis to an international hippy hang-out, to a trendy Egyptian tourist resort, yet it remains a unique place with a remarkably rich array of cultures within such a small town.
Dahab History and Culture Read More »
The story of the Exodus from Egypt through the Sinai teaches the principles of empathy, justice, protection and integration when relating with foreigners.
How to Treat Foreigners Read More »
Hotels and Airbnb accommodation usually provide internet. This article is to help people who are planning to stay longer get connected to the internet with minimum hassle.
Internet – Dahab, Egypt Internet Service Providers, and SIM Cards Read More »
The Bedouin are traditionally Arab nomads desert dwellers. They live throughout the Middle East and Arabia. The Bedouin of South Sinai say they originally came from the Arabian Peninsula. They are now usually settled in towns and villages, yet still value their freedom and independence above all else. Their way of life and culture are remarkably similar to the stories of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, in the Bible.
Some properties will include the cost of electricity, gas and water within the rent, but for most these will be separate expenses. Below is a simple guide on how to access these basic utilities.
Utilities – Electricity, Gas and Water Read More »
Getting and renewing visas can be a nightmare or a relatively simple procedure when you follow the procedures step by step. Fortunately, South Sinai wants tourists and the visa procedures are simpler than in Cairo.
Visas for South Sinai Read More »
To this day not everyone agrees where Mount Sinai is.
Below is a summary of the most popular theories.
Where is the Real Mount Sinai? Read More »
Travelling around South Sinai does not need to be stressful. It can be safe, enjoyable, affordable, and relatively easy when you know how things work.
Transport to, from and around Dahab Read More »
Baksheesh is an established way of life in Egypt. When one starts to understand how it serves as a vital part of the social insurance system for Egyptian workers it can stop being an inconvenience and become a life-affirming experience for everyone involved.
Tipping ‘’Baksheesh’’ in the Sinai Read More »
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