Travel & Accommodations

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Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano

This is where the wedding will be held! With Egyptian underpinnings and a sleek waterfront setting, this resort-style Hotel embodies modern Alexandria and its unique cosmopolitan flare. On one side, the Mediterranean Sea glistens in the sun; on the other, a dynamic metropolis buzzes with life. Wake to welcome views of either side from your room’s balcony, then head for a stroll along the private beach tucked along a bay in the middle of the city. *If you decide to reserve here, call +035818000 or email res.alexandria@fourseasons.com. Make sure to mention, "I am attending Noor and Brandon's wedding on June 23rd, 2023 and would like to receive the 10% wedding discount"

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Hilton Alexandria Corniche

Find us on the Corniche beachfront promenade, facing the Mediterranean Sea and surrounded by shopping and dining. We're within six kilometers of history at Montaza Palace and the Royal Jewelry Museum, with a free shuttle to our own private beach. Relax at our spa, and enjoy a rooftop pool offering panoramic views and a sundeck.

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Romance Hotel Alexandria

Romance Alexandria Hotel is located in Ar-Raml 1, a neighborhood in Alexandria, and is on the Strip and on the waterfront. Stanley Bridge and Chatby Tombs are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit San Stefano Grand Plaza and Green Plaza Mall.

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Plaza Hotel Alexandria

*This hotel is walking distance from the Four Seasons! However, since this is the cheapest option, I can't vouch for cleanliness or reliability. Please verify the reviews online before you book :)

Travel Note

General Travel Info/Tips

Visa Upon arrival – approx. $70 (used to be, not sure if it changed) for Visitor Visa upon arrival at the bank. Pay before getting in passport control line. Money conversion rate $1 = 30.5 Egyptian Pound (EGP) Bring Credit Card Time change – Cairo is 6 hours ahead of EST Bring Adapter for Phone/Camera charging – Voltage is 220 V in Egypt Bring Pashmina or other wrap to cover shoulders when visiting historical mosques (for ladies). Wear Pants in the Mosque’s Ankle length and cover shoulders Bring COMFY SHOES! DO NOT drink tap Water – Only bottled water, lemon/lime juice is OK only in a restaurant (not a street vendor) Wear sun screen Transportation – Use UBER if possible, avoid Black/White cabs, use Plain White cabs that can be flagged down – they should be metered, but usually are not metered. Restaurants to go to for Egyptian Food: - Khufu – Upscale Egyptian cuisine – Pyramids View - 9 Pyramids Lounge – Pyramids View - Felfela – Downtown Cairo - Abu El sid - Authentic food in a cool environment. Within walking distance to Marriott hotel in Zamalek, but that one is really smoky Other recommended restaurants: - Crimson – Nile view – Zamalek - Pierr 88 – Nile view – Zamalek - Le Pacha – Nile view - Zamalek Tour guides can be hired by the day: For Cairo: Mrs. Manal Helmy – Mobile: 01223139045 you can reach her by Whatsapp or email: noula.helmy@gmail.com Average daily rate: $100 Mrs. Doa – Mobile: 01222160171 you can reach her by Whatsapp or email: doanaguib@yahoo.com Average daily rate: $100 Mr. Yasser mobile: +2 0100-548-8695 (Whatsapp)– He is good for the religious area – old churches, synagogue Average daily rate: $ 30 Most popular Touristic attractions in Cairo: - The Great Pyramids - The Civilization Museum - The Egyptian Museum - Moez Street - Tanonoura Show at Ghoria (Saturdays/ Mondays/Wednesdays) Have to check if show is on - Mosques