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I would like to thank you for the wonderful trip we had in Egypt. We had a fabulous time and have very fond memories of all our experiences there. I know that the children will especially have very vivid memories of ourjourney there...
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Nancy Vered

My daughter Amanda and I are back home, after stopping in London for five days following our week in Cairo. We want to thank you for the excellent service your company provided to us while we were there...
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Mary-Justine Lanyon

Your people have a grace and a presence that rivals all the pharohs of ancient Egypt. The sense of humour and quick wit was evident everywhere and the laughter that is such a big part of who i am personally was flowing like water with all you wonderful Noga men. You guys made our trip easy and fun. We felt safe, loved and understood by you all.
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Overview

Official Name
Arab Republic of Egypt (Jumhuriyah Misr al-’Arabiyah)

Location
Northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Libya and the Gaza Strip

Area

total: 1,001,450 sq. km
land: 995,450 sq. km
water: 6,000 sq. km

Capital

Cairo (Al-Qahirah), 8,900,000 (estimation of 1995)

Main Cities

Alexandria (al-Iskandariyah) 3,382,000 people, Ismailia, Port Said, El Giza (Al-Jizah),

Population

62,226,000 (estimation of 1999)

Religions

Muslim, majority Sunni. There is about 10% Coptic minority and other smaller Christian groups.

Climate

Desert; hot, dry summers with moderate winters

Languages

Arabic (official), English and French are also used in business.

Currency

1 Egyptian pound = 100 piastres

Area

384,300 sq. miles (995,500 sq. km)

International dialing code

+20

Time zone

GMT + 2 hours

National Holiday

July 23, Revolution Day (1952).

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