Where to Stay in Cairo for First-Time Visitors (2026): Best Areas & Hotels

Discover Egypt's best tour companies—vetted. Luxury, midrange & budget options like Archaeological Paths & Egypt Tours Portal. Tailored Nile cruises, desert safaris & cultural tours. Plan your adventure!

Planning a trip to Aswan? Discover the best Nile-view hotels, historic luxury stays, island resorts, and budget guesthouses — plus honest advice on where to stay for first-time visitors.

Best El Gouna hotels 2026: from $134/night – beachfront luxury, adults-only retreats & family resorts. Compare prices, areas & honest El Gouna vs Hurghada advice.

From private beach resorts near Montazah Palace to budget gems on the Corniche — our ranked guide cuts through the noise so you book the right Alexandria hotel first time.

2026 Sharm el-Sheikh hotels: from $54/night – best family resorts, adults-only luxury, and budget stays with house reefs. Compare Naama Bay, Nabq Bay & Shark's Bay.

First time in Egypt? I cover visas, real costs, safety, scams, what to eat, and the moments that made me fall completely in love — so you arrive prepared.

Discover the best places to visit in Ethiopia – from Lalibela's rock churches and the Danakil Depression to the Omo Valley tribes. First-hand tips, costs, and practical advice for first-time visitors.

Find the best hotels in Tlemcen for 2026, all close to historic sites and Moorish palaces. Honest picks from luxury to budget in the city’s best areas.

Planning to backpack Ethiopia? Discover a detailed 2–3 week itinerary with daily costs, transport, hostel prices, entrance fees, and total budget breakdown for backpackers.