Egypt Travel Podcast
48 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 171 ratingsThe Egypt Travel Podcast shares with you everything you need to know – and plenty you didn’t even know you needed to know – about travel to and around Egypt as a tourist. This podcast tells you what no one else will tell you about travel to Egypt and complements the trusted Information, insights, tips, recommendations, reviews, & expert advice shared on http://www.EgyptTravelBlog.com.
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All about Money and Currency in Egypt
September 30, 2023 20:21 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBWhat is Egypt’s local currency and what is it really worth compared to foreign currencies like the US Dollar, Euro, or British Pound? What’s a fair price to pay for various products and services in Egypt? How much cash should you bring to Egypt… or should you at all? Is it safe to use credit … The post All about Money and Currency in Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
The Perils of Using ChatGPT and AI in Travel Planning
September 17, 2023 10:02 - 46 minutes - 28.8 MBBlindly following ChatGPT and new travel planning tools based on artificial intelligence (AI) might be ok for travel in places like North America and Western Europe, but this tactic can cause you to run into some big trouble on the ground in places like Egypt. In this episode, John reviews and talks through several Egypt … The post The Perils of Using ChatGPT and AI in Travel Planning appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
May/June 2023 GEM Updates
May 29, 2023 20:51 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBAn announcement of the new video podcast episode that’s all about the latest updates on the Grand Egyptian Museum. The full video episode can be found at: https://YouTube.com/@TheEgyptTravelChannel And make sure you subscribe to this new YouTube channel, The Egypt Travel Channel – for more exclusive updates and new insider videos about travel to and … The post May/June 2023 GEM Updates appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Interview with Travel Writer Whitney O’Halek from QuickWhitTravel.com
May 15, 2023 13:18 - 1 hour - 31.4 MBProlific travel writer and globetrotter, Whitney O’Halek of www.QuickWhitTravel.com, and I sit down over lunch in Luxor to chat about her impressions of Egypt before and during her extensive first trip around the country with her husband, Steve. Whitney’s insights and observations about traveling around Egypt are particularly helpful given that this was her 59th country … The post Interview with Travel Writer Whitney O’Halek from QuickWhitTravel.com appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Interview with Ashely on her 3-Week Father-Daughter Adventure
June 06, 2022 16:24 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBAshely and her father just finished spending over 3 weeks in Egypt exploring nearly every corner of the country together. In this super detailed guest interview episode, Ashley talks about her pre-trip research and planning, their impressions of each place they visited, what surprised her and her dad after they arrived in Egypt, and along … The post Interview with Ashely on her 3-Week Father-Daughter Adventure appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Just Back from Egypt – Interview with Ashely
June 06, 2022 16:24 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBAshely and her father just finished spending over 3 weeks in Egypt exploring nearly every corner of the country together. In this super detailed guest interview episode, Ashley talks about her pre-trip research and planning, their impressions of each place they visited, what surprised her and her dad after they arrived in Egypt, and along … The post Just Back from Egypt – Interview with Ashely appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Common Misconceptions about Egypt
April 14, 2022 12:37 - 19 minutes - 44.2 MBDid you know that “Egypt” wasn’t the real name of this country in ancient times, and it still isn’t even in modern times? Nope, that’s one of the many misconceptions about the country we call Egypt today (Can a country actually catfish people?). What else do we think is true about Egypt but really isn’t? … The post Common Misconceptions about Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Who was Umm Kulthum?
March 16, 2022 18:06 - 12 minutes - 28.5 MBNo one in the West has quite the iconic stature that singer Umm Kulthum has across the Arab World. To compare her to only one of the most famous Western singers in history is to drastically underestimate her star power both in the past and in the present. In this culturally focused episode, John presents … The post Who was Umm Kulthum? appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
The Avenue of the Sphinxes
March 01, 2022 10:12 - 10 minutes - 25.2 MBOn the heels of Egypt’s latest globally televised cultural spectacle in Luxor for the opening of the Avenue of the Sphinxes, John dives into the history and significance of Egypt’s newest open-air monument to re-pen to the public. For more travel advice on trips to and around Egypt, check out all the other episodes of … The post The Avenue of the Sphinxes appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
The Man Who Deciphered the Rosetta Stone
November 24, 2021 23:54 - 18 minutes - 41.6 MBIn a departure from travel advice, John shares the history of the Rosetta Stone and story of the talented linguist whose rare genius was finally able to decipher the mysterious language of ancient Egypt via the clues embedded within the Rosetta Stone. For more travel advice on trips to and around Egypt, check out all … The post The Man Who Deciphered the Rosetta Stone appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Solid new intel on a possible GEM opening date
October 31, 2021 15:57 - 14 minutes - 32.6 MBJohn’s analyzes the latest drip of reliable intel regarding a possible precise opening date for the Grand Egyptian Museum, plus he shares a private, password-protected link to our professional Arabic-to-English translation of the actual interview that this information came from so that you can read and evaluate the speaker’s credibility and choice of words for … The post Solid new intel on a possible GEM opening date appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
How to Structure an Itinerary in Egypt
October 21, 2021 23:31 - 19 minutes - 20.2 MBJohn reviews some common pitfalls in Egypt trip planning and discusses what a realistic itinerary draft incorporating some of Egypt’s top sites and cities – and one that won’t drain you to the point of exhaustion – will look like. Please feel welcome to go to www.EgyptElite.com for help planning your trip to Egypt and … The post How to Structure an Itinerary in Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Travel Bounces Back Bigtime in Egypt
September 20, 2021 08:10 - 28 minutes - 64.3 MBIn this latest episode – and first video episode – of the Egypt Travel Podcast, John updates viewers on this latest trip back to Egypt post-pandemic in June and July of 2021, talks about new infrastructure projects in Cairo and Giza and restaurant openings in Giza and Luxor, and shares some intel and advice for … The post Travel Bounces Back Bigtime in Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Traveling During Ramadan
April 13, 2021 13:23 - 19 minutes - 44.2 MBHappy Ramadan, all!! Traveling to Egypt during Ramadan requires a few logistical changes, but offers a unique experience that you won’t encounter any other time of year. In this episode, John talks about what Ramadan is all about, what changes in Egypt during this month, how travelers should adapt, and the most important things to … The post Traveling During Ramadan appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Just Back From Egypt – Interview with Braden
April 10, 2021 13:39 - 54 minutes - 124 MBAnother timely update on what it’s like to travel to Egypt as a tourist right NOW in the Spring of 2021 on the tail end of the Covid pandemic as global travel is finally opening back up. John interviews Egypt Elite client Braden, who just returned from a long-delayed trip to Egypt with her family. … The post Just Back From Egypt – Interview with Braden appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Interview with Egypt Elite Client Braden on Post-Covid Travel
April 10, 2021 13:39 - 54 minutes - 124 MBAnother timely update on what it’s like to travel to Egypt as a tourist on the tail end of the Covid pandemic as global travel is finally opening back up. John interviews Egypt Elite client Braden, who just returned from a long-delayed trip to Egypt with her family. They talk travel logistics, Covid testing, what … The post Interview with Egypt Elite Client Braden on Post-Covid Travel appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
QUICK UPDATE: Mummies on the Move!!!
April 02, 2021 13:27 - 20 minutes - 46.3 MBNote: This episode was recorded on April 2nd about a live event on April 3rd. A quick timely update on an historic event scheduled for today, April 3rd, 2021 at 6pm local Cairo time. Listen to this quick update episode ASAP to get the details on the historic event that will be broadcast live around … The post QUICK UPDATE: Mummies on the Move!!! appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Part 2: Planning 1st vs. 2nd or 3rd trips to Egypt
March 24, 2021 13:27 - 35 minutes - 80.4 MBContinuing the journey around Egypt that we started in part 1 of this episode, we pick up in Luxor and switch from ancient sites to fun things to do here. Then we head over to the Red Sea continuing on the same topic, then make our way over to the Sinai Peninsula to get into […] The post Part 2: Planning 1st vs. 2nd or 3rd trips to Egypt appeared first on Egypt Travel Blog.
Planning 1st vs. 2nd or 3rd trips to Egypt, Part 2
March 24, 2021 13:27 - 35 minutes - 80.4 MBContinuing the journey around Egypt that we started in part 1 of this episode, we pick up in Luxor and switch from ancient sites to fun things to do here. Then we head over to the Red Sea continuing on the same topic, then make our way over to the Sinai Peninsula to get into … The post Planning 1st vs. 2nd or 3rd trips to Egypt, Part 2 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Part 1: Planning 1st vs. 2nd or 3rd trips to Egypt
February 18, 2021 20:35 - 29 minutes - 66.9 MBAs travel resumes and picks up again, Egypt is unveiling lots of new attractions that will be new even to those who have visited Egypt before. Even without these new openings (which include several new museums and lots of new infrastructure), there are dozens of other magnificent sites to see beyond the primary tourist sites … The post Part 1: Planning 1st vs. 2nd or 3rd trips to Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Planning 1st vs. 2nd or 3rd trips to Egypt, Part 1
February 18, 2021 20:35 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBAs travel resumes and picks up again, Egypt is unveiling lots of new attractions that will be new even to those who have visited Egypt before. Even without these new openings (which include several new museums and lots of new infrastructure), there are dozens of other magnificent sites to see beyond the primary tourist sites … The post Planning 1st vs. 2nd or 3rd trips to Egypt, Part 1 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
How Big-Brand Companies Overcharge You for Second-Rate Tours
December 06, 2020 17:47 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBGet ready! John takes you through what to expect when planning post-Covid travel to Egypt, including warnings about insanely overpriced branded trips, what those trip should really cost, and how to take advantage of the post-pandemic travel downturn to plan upcoming travel for less. Please feel welcome to reach out to me at [email protected] for help planning … The post How Big-Brand Companies Overcharge You for Second-Rate Tours appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Planning 2021 travel to Egypt
December 06, 2020 17:47 - 40 minutes - 35.7 MBGet ready! John takes you through what to expect when planning 2021 travel to Egypt, including warnings about insanely overpriced branded trips, what those trip should really cost, and how to take advantage of the travel downturn this year to plan upcoming 2021 travel for less. Please feel welcome to reach out to me at [email protected] for … The post Planning 2021 travel to Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Covid-19 and 2020/21 travel advice for Egypt
June 23, 2020 09:52 - 38 minutes - 43.1 MBWe’re back with a major set of updates on Coronavirus in Egypt based on on-the-ground intel from Cairo and Luxor, as well as advice for travel planning in 2020 2021 and how to get the best travel deals as we’re coming out of the global travel downturn. Please feel welcome to reach out to me … The post Covid-19 and 2020/21 travel advice for Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Egypt’s Resilience Before, During, and After Covid
June 23, 2020 09:52 - 38 minutes - 43.1 MBEgypt historically has experienced a major shock to its economy and its tourism industry about every 10 years for the past half-century or so, so Egyptians are used to dealing with – and bouncing back from – a crisis, and Covid-19 is no exception. While much of the rest of the world deals with such … The post Egypt’s Resilience Before, During, and After Covid appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Interview with Ahmed Wahba of Visit Egypt
November 25, 2019 15:37 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBJohn sits down with Egyptian photographer Ahmed Wahba to talk about some of his favorite unspoiled and emerging places to visit in Egypt, including the North Coast, Marsa Alam, Soma Bay, and the White Desert. Ahmed’s amazing photography showcasing the best of Egypt and its people can be found on his Instagram account @ProjectWahba. He […]
Interview with local photographer Ahmed Wahba of VisitEgypt
November 25, 2019 15:37 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBJohn sits down with Egyptian photographer Ahmed Wahba to talk about some of his favorite unspoiled and emerging places to visit in Egypt, including the North Coast, Marsa Alam, Soma Bay, and the White Desert. Ahmed’s amazing photography showcasing the best of Egypt and its people can be found on his Instagram account @ProjectWahba. He … The post Interview with local photographer Ahmed Wahba of VisitEgypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
The New Grand Egyptian Museum
October 31, 2019 18:19 - 37 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this long-awaited episode all about the Grand Egyptian Museum, which includes a few surprises, John covers the history of this monumental project and then carefully and thoroughly dissects the latest information about the new museum’s expected opening date. He also offers listeners seven important things to consider when planning trips to Egypt in the … The post The New Grand Egyptian Museum appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Egypt Travel Updates
September 22, 2019 23:33 - 12 minutes - 14.1 MBA brief new episode to update listeners on a few important topics related to travel to Egypt and our ongoing efforts to support special projects in Egypt. Please feel welcome to reach out to me at [email protected] for help planning your trip to Egypt and I’ll be personally happy to help you make it a reality with … The post Egypt Travel Updates appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Supporting a School for Blind Girls in Egypt
August 18, 2019 01:03 - 14 minutes - 15.8 MBThis is a very special episode of the Egypt Travel Podcast in which we’re launching a fundraising campaign to help support a remarkable program for blind girls and young women in Egypt. Go to www.EgyptTravelBlog.com/LightAndHope to learn more and make a donation. The post Supporting a School for Blind Girls in Egypt appeared first on Egypt Travel Blog.
Major Cairo Hotel Scene Updates
July 06, 2019 22:04 - 40 minutes - 45.1 MBThis 15th episode was originally released on July 7th of 2019. However, since the hotel scene in Egypt has changed so much since then, the recommendations that were in this old episode have been updated several times since its original release. Most notably, though, this original hotel scene update episode inaugurated our “Best Hotels of … The post Major Cairo Hotel Scene Updates appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
MAJOR Cairo Hotel Scene Updates
July 06, 2019 22:04 - 40 minutes - 45.1 MBIt has been over 2 years since we’ve done a review of the hotel scene in Egypt, and a LOT has changed. New hotels have opened, nice hotels have gone downhill, and the Egypt Travel Podcast has inaugurated a new annual review and ranking of the Best Hotels and Resorts of Egypt. This is an … The post MAJOR Cairo Hotel Scene Updates appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
The Real Tea on Trip Advisor for Egypt
April 28, 2019 00:07 - 14 minutes - 16.3 MBMany people rely on Trip Advisor for doing their due diligence before a big international trip. While it may be fantastic for many other destinations, Trip Advisor is notoriously horrendous for planning travel to and around Egypt. In this episode, you’ll hear all about precisely why relying on Trip Advisor would be a huge mistake … The post The Real Tea on Trip Advisor for Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Critical Advice on AirBnB in Egypt
April 26, 2019 15:38 - 29 minutes - 34.6 MBTravelers beware! AirBnB and similar platforms have been wonderful additions to the accommodations scene in many places, but not in Egypt – at least not yet. This episode reveals the results of our undercover evaluation of the AirBnB scene in Cairo. And spoiler alert – we strongly recommend AGAINST using AirBnB and similar platforms in … The post Critical Advice on AirBnB in Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
October 01, 2018 22:31 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MBThis 12th episode is dedicated to sharing and answering some of the Egypt Travel Podcast listeners’ most frequently asked questions about travel to and visiting Egypt. Please feel welcome to reach out to me at [email protected] for help planning your trip to Egypt and I’ll be personally happy to help you make it a reality with my […] The post Frequently Asked Questions appeared first on Egypt Travel Blog.
Frequently Asked Questions, version 1.0
October 01, 2018 22:31 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MBThis 12th episode is dedicated to sharing and answering some of the Egypt Travel Podcast listeners’ most frequently asked questions about travel to and visiting Egypt. Please feel welcome to reach out to me at [email protected] for help planning your trip to Egypt and I’ll be personally happy to help you make it a reality with my … The post Frequently Asked Questions, version 1.0 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
The Red Sea
September 21, 2018 20:44 - 23 minutes - 19.8 MB(Updated July 2022) In the 11th episode of the Egypt Travel Podcast, John delivers another info-packed download all about Egypt’s Red Sea coast, including where to go, how to get there, what’s great, what sucks, what’s new, and what to look out for. He talks in-depth about the coastal cities of Marsa Alam, Hurghada, El … The post The Red Sea appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Aswan and Abu Simbel
April 01, 2018 17:17 - 17 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this tenth episode of the Egypt Travel Podcast, John takes listeners through a visit to Aswan and Abu Simbel in the far south of Egypt, including the most famous monuments dedicated to Ramses II and Queen Nefertari that were rescued from nearly being lost forever. Please feel welcome to reach out to me at [email protected] for … The post Aswan and Abu Simbel appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Luxor, Part 2
February 18, 2018 09:32 - 25 minutes - 19.7 MBThe second episode in a 2-parter on Luxor, Egypt’s ancient tomb- and temple-filled capital in the south. This episode continues on to the eastern bank of the Nile River and explores Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, then delves into some regional logistics to consider. We then wrap up the episode with important tips on Luxor-specific … The post Luxor, Part 2 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Luxor, Part 1
February 10, 2018 17:25 - 44 minutes - 40.1 MBJohn delivers another meaty brain dump about traveling to Luxor and traipsing around all of the amazing tombs and temples to visit here. Included are expert recommendations on must-see sites and some additional sites to see if you have extra time, which specific tombs are best to spend your time on in the Valley of … The post Luxor, Part 1 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Visiting the Egyptian Museum, Part 2
July 02, 2017 06:13 - 22 minutes - 19.6 MB(Updated July 2022) Part two on the Egyptian Museum goes into detail about the top exhibits inside the museum, such King Tut’s famous treasures, mummies, and more. We also cover some unique artifacts that you might otherwise miss and yet more scam alerts to watch out for. Please feel welcome to reach out to me … The post Visiting the Egyptian Museum, Part 2 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Visiting the Egyptian Museum, Part 1
July 01, 2017 19:39 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MBThis episode is all about visiting the old Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Cairo, including the history of the museum, logistics and tips for your visit, and where to find the major exhibits and collections inside. Please feel welcome to reach out to me at [email protected] for help planning your trip to Egypt and I’ll be personally … The post Visiting the Egyptian Museum, Part 1 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
All About The Pyramids, Part 2
March 30, 2017 07:49 - 27 minutes - 21.3 MB(Updated June 2022) In the second part of this two-parter, John walks through the logistics and practicalities of a trip out to the Pyramids complex and dispenses advice, cautions, and insider tips to which any visitor to the Pyramids, whether accompanied or not, should pay very close attention. He also goes into visiting the Sphinx as well … The post All About The Pyramids, Part 2 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
All About The Pyramids, Part 1
March 29, 2017 18:13 - 25 minutes - 30.9 MB(Updated June 2022) In this episode, we dive into talking all about the world’s greatest ancient monuments – the Pyramids. John details the fundamentals of Egypt’s most famous pyramid complexes and then thoroughly covers their origins, history, and evolution. The Sphinx also makes a cameo appearance in the first of this two-parter. Please feel welcome … The post All About The Pyramids, Part 1 appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Hotels in Egypt: 2017 Reviews
March 08, 2017 01:51 - 73 MBNOTE: Check more recent episodes of the Egypt Travel Podcast for more updated hotel reviews, given how quickly Egypt’s hotel scene changes. In the third episode of the Egypt Travel Blog Podcast we dive deep into talking all about hotels in Egypt, from Cairo and Alexandria to Luxor and Aswan to the Sinai and the […] The post Hotels in Egypt: 2017 Reviews appeared first on Egypt Travel Blog.
Hotels in Egypt
March 08, 2017 01:51 - 36 minutes - 44.2 MBNOTE: Check more recent episodes of the Egypt Travel Podcast for more updated hotel reviews, given how quickly Egypt’s hotel scene changes. In the third episode of the Egypt Travel Blog Podcast we dive deep into talking all about hotels in Egypt, from Cairo and Alexandria to Luxor and Aswan to the Sinai and the … The post Hotels in Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Getting to Egypt and Your First Few Hours There
February 22, 2017 15:37 - 36 minutes - 41.8 MB(Updated June 2022) In this second episode of the Egypt Travel Blog Podcast, John talks about the best ways to get to Egypt and walks listeners through their first few hours on the ground once there, from getting your arrival visa to going through immigration and customs to battling the taxi and salesman gauntlet in … The post Getting to Egypt and Your First Few Hours There appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.
Introduction and Planning Travel to Egypt
February 18, 2017 15:31 - 25 minutes - 30.1 MBIn this premiere episode of the Egypt Travel Blog Podcast, we talk about what draws us all to Egypt, what Egypt is really like, and what you need to know and consider when planning a trip there. Please feel welcome to reach out to me at [email protected] for help planning your trip to Egypt and I’ll be personally … The post Introduction and Planning Travel to Egypt appeared first on EgyptTravelBlog.com.