Egypt offers all who visit the chance to step back in time thousands of years. It's hard not to be swept away by the history of the ancient Egyptians as you walk amongst the monumental Pyramids of Giza, and watch the fertile countryside pass by on a cruise down the Nile River.
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Internet and Wi-Fi
The internet and Wi-Fi are becoming increasingly popular throughout Egypt, especially in major cities. Nowadays, many Egyptians rely on the internet as much as people in other parts of the world.
Wi-Fi is available at many mid-range and upper-range hotels throughout the country.
There is also a growing number of local cafes that offer high-speed Wi-Fi. McDonald's, Beanos, and Cilantro chain restaurants typically have Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi is not everywhere in Egypt, but there are a substantial number of public places where you can find it.
If you would like your own Wi-Fi connection anywhere you go, you may want to check out a USB internet device.
If you don't have your own computer, you can find internet cybercafes all over Egypt that charge just a few Egyptian Pounds per hour.
Mobile Phones
Three major carriers provide mobile lines in Egypt:
- Mobinil
- Vodafone Egypt
- Etisalat Egypt
It's not quite as easy as it could be to get a SIM card in Egypt. You have to visit a mobile provider's branch, show a passport and address, and then they will sell you a phone number.
For a SIM card to work on your mobile phone, you'll need an unlocked GSM 900-compatible international phone. SIM card phone numbers can be purchased for around 10 LE ($1.68).
Prepaid Internet
For mobile internet access, your best choice is either Etisalat (3.75G) or Vodafone. Each company offers high-speed prepaid mobile services, and you can check the rates here.
