6/6- The group travel rate will not be feasible, due to airline requirements for all guests to travel together. We have booked our flights on Egypt Air Oct 29th-November 14th. Outdated: The flight costs vary, as any international flight. We are trying to secure a discounted rate with Emirates, but recommend booking the itinerary that best fits your needs and schedule.
Cairo International Airport (CAI). All events will be considerably close to this airport.
We've added several recommendations on the "Hotel Recommendations" page. We've provided a few different hotel options, at different price points for all, but recommend you choose a hotel that best fits your budget and itinerary.
Your passport that expires no sooner than 6 months from your return date, and an Egyptian Visa which can be purchased upon arrival at the airport. Cost is $30 USD.
There are no vaccination requirements, unless you are arriving from a yellow-fever infected area.
Egypt is currently a "Level 2" on the on the US Travel Advisory list. Level 2: Exercise increased caution - Contains Areas with Higher Security Risk. For reference, other level 2 countries include, but are not limited to: Philippines, Spain, the Bahamas, and Thailand. Like any country, please do your due diligence as a tourist, and prioritize safe practices. For more information, visit https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html
Please be mindful of the country's primarily Muslim population, modest attire-- especially when visiting religious sites. Tipping is customary.
Eastern European Time (EET)
The Egyptian Pound. Some places will accept credit card, but please plan to have EGY cash as many locals still operate on cash.
- The day before and night of, we will be staying at the Waldorf Astoria. - The wedding ceremony will take place in Sheraton (the city), New Cairo. - The reception will be approximately 1 hour away. Transportation will be provided both to and from Sheraton. We will be providing snacks and refreshments for transportation. - The reception will be outdoors.
We will be posting our itinerary once finalized. It is an open invite to join us for part or all of the days remaining. Our dates of travel are Oct 29 to Nov 14.