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Hotel Classifications:
A 4-star hotel in one country can be very different from a 4-star hotel in another. So we have organised our own star rating system, giving you a standardised scale of comfort and services.

5 STAR (DELUXE) World-class luxury, both in accommodation and public areas, with exceptional service, and usually in exclusive locations.

5 STAR Expect exceptional accommodation, public areas and service.

4 STAR A very good standard of accommodation, facilities and service. Often the local classification is 5-star

3 STAR (BOUTIQUE) A very good standard of accommodation and service. Often the accommodation is unique in nature and smaller than many large international hotels.

Temperatures (daily average in Celsius) 

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Cairo	11	13	14	22	28	32	34	33	32	29	10	15
Luxor	14	16	19	21	38	40	40	39	37	34	20	16
Red Sea	20	21	24	28	30	32	33	34	32	29	24	22

Visa requirements: UK passport holders require a visa to visit Egypt. At time of printing this can be obtained on arrival, however this can change. For current visa requirements please check with the Egyptian consulate on 020 7235 9777 or visit www.egyptianconsulate.co.uk.

Travelmood also offers a full visa service where you can download the Egyptian visa application and for a small fee have your visa processed in advance of travel. This service is available online at www.travelmood.com/visa

Passports: A valid 10-year passport is required. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your return to the UK.

Vaccinations: Whilst no vaccinations are required to gain entry into Egypt for arrival from the UK it is strongly recommended that you check with your doctor for recommended vaccinations.

Tipping: 'Bakchich' is not only widespread in Egypt, but it is a veritable institution. Anyone offering a service, however small, expects a tip in return so it is handy to always keep some low denomination notes to hand.

Currency & Cash: The National currency is the Egyptian pound. You will find ATM cash machines in large towns and cities such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and the Red Sea. Additionally many hotels and resorts also provide ATM cash machines.

Credit cards are accepted in the lager hotels and boutiques. Most tourist shops accept foreign currency particularly US Dollars and Pounds Sterling.