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Real tips, hidden gems, and the true stories behind Egypt’s most incredible places, brought to you by the Ithaka team and local experts. We dig deeper so you can explore better

Bibliotheca Alexandrina Visitor Guide: Tickets, What to See, and How to Get There from Ithaka
If you’re staying with us in Alexandria, put the Bibliotheca Alexandrina at the top of your list. It’s the modern library built on the same coastline as

Skip the Confusion: How to Actually Get from Cairo to Alexandria
My cousin called me last week asking how to actually get from Cairo to Alexandria and which bus to take. I spent ten minutes on

Is Alexandria Safe for Solo Travelers? An Honest Local Take
Is Alexandria Safe for Solo Travelers? An Honest Local Take Someone sent me a voice note once, before their trip, and the whole thing was

The Must-See Attractions in Alexandria Egypt (From Someone Who Lives It)
The Must-See Attractions in Alexandria Egypt (From Someone Who Lives It) Let me tell you something about Alexandria that most travel guides won’t. Every time

Hostel vs Hotel: Which Should You Choose?
Hostel vs Hotel: What’s the Difference & Which Should You Choose? Let me be honest here: nobody warned me how stressful the whole hostel vs

Your First Day in Alexandria on a Budget: A Walking Guide to Mansheya and Raml Station
Challenges in business are a given, but it’s our response to them that defines our trajectory. Looking beyond the immediate obstacle, there lies a realm of opportunity and learning.Challenges in business are a given, but it’s our response to them that defines our trajectory. Looking beyond the immediate obstacle, there lies a realm of opportunity and learning.
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