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
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
Alexandria has a reputation for being romantic and a little melancholic, all sea breeze and faded grandeur, and people assume that means expensive. It really
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
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