Ithaka Blog
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
Your First Day at a Hostel in Alexandria: What Happens at Ithaka
Your First Day at a Hostel in Alexandria: What Happens at Ithaka The strangers didn’t scare me on my first hostel stay. Neither did sharing
Staying Near Raml Station: Why Location Matters in Alexandria
I once booked a place in Alexandria because the photos were pretty and the price was low, and it taught me why staying near Raml
From Cairo to Alexandria in a Day: What Actually Fits
Last spring, a friend visiting Egypt asked if she could go from Cairo to Alexandria for the day. I said sure, easy. She did all
Four Ways to Get From Alexandria Airport to City Center
A friend of mine landed at Borg El Arab Airport a few years back, convinced she’d be sipping tea by the sea within the hour.
How Much Does Alexandria Cost Per Day?
Alexandria gets compared to Cairo a lot, and people usually assume it lands somewhere similar on price. It doesn’t, not exactly. It’s a coastal city
Alexandria on a Budget: 3-Day Itinerary Under $50
The first time a friend from Lisbon asked me what Alexandria would cost her, I quoted a number and she laughed, because she assumed I’d
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