The All New Egyptian Holiday Disasters Thread

[Nick]

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed cases of H1N1 Influenza 09 in a number of countries throughout the world, including Egypt. For a list of these countries, visit the WHO website. For further information and advice to Australians, including on possible quarantine measures overseas, see our travel bulletin on H1N1 Influenza 09.
We advise you to exercise a high degree of caution in Egypt because of the high threat of terrorist attack. We continue to receive reports that terrorists are planning attacks against a range of targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Pay close attention to your personal security at all times and monitor the media for information about possible new safety and security risks.
On 22 February 2009, a bomb exploded outside the Khan el-Khalili bazaar, a central tourist destination in Cairo, killing one foreign tourist and injuring a number of other people.
Terrorist attacks could occur at any time, anywhere in Egypt, including in tourist areas. For a list of possible targets, see Safety and Security: Terrorism. Some past attacks have coincided with local holiday weekends.
You should reconsider your need to travel to the Sinai at this time because of the very high threat of terrorist attack. Australians could be inadvertently caught up in attacks directed at others.
Domestic and international political developments may prompt large demonstrations in Egypt. These demonstrations could turn violent and should be avoided.

[Nick]

Egyptian authorities have introduced medical screening for the Swine Flu virus (H1N1) at several airports, including Cairo, Hurghada, Taba and Sharm El Sheikh for passengers arriving on international flights. This may change with no notice. You may be asked to undergo further tests if you show flu-like symptoms. Please see the Swine Flu section of this advice for more information.
Egypt has introduced strict entry regulations at all crossings from Libya to Egypt following confirmation by Libyan Authorities of an outbreak of bubonic plague in the Al-Tarsha ara, approximately 40km south of Tubruq. Severe delays at these crossings are likely. No cases of bubonic plague have been reported in Egypt. Please see the Libya travel advice for more informaton and the latest advice.

[Miss Demeanour]

Less than 2 weeks and counting  

New bikini purchased today - I'm sure the Egyptians will like it

Swine Flu training on Monday - I'm sure the Egyptians won't be anxious about that

If I don't come back  permission to have a party granted , with a band and any uniforms you feel appropriate  

[Nick]

Which was your worst experience on holiday?
Mindy and I booked a romantic week in a hotel by the Red Sea. We were young and broke and it was a big deal. When we got to Egypt, the travel agent had booked us into the wrong hotel. It had the same name as the one we wanted to go to, but it was in the middle of Cairo. Mindy and I are not really city folk, so this was a challenge. We splashed out and hired a local chap to look after us for the week by driving us to places and recommending things to do. He systematically set about removing every penny we had, introducing us to legions of his brothers selling perfume, rugs and jewellery. He took us for a midnight Bedouin feast by the pyramids at Giza. The Bedouin feast came in a pink plastic bag, like the ones in a kebab shop. As we sat on a rug looking at the silent desert, a half-track tank full of armed police arrived and our guide quickly ran off with us in his wake. We really were not supposed to be there and people were very, very cross.

[Miss Demeanour]

Nick's All New 'Don't Panic ' Travel Guides

What about Uncle M - should he have any concerns for his trip ? - I'm sure you should be able to locate something - I have every faith in you 

[Nick]

http://www.preventionweb.net/english/countries/statistics/?cid=54

[Miss Demeanour]

What about Pastis ...what are the dangers of cruising 

[Nick]

Sinking, mainly. Or falling off.

Or VD

[Pastis]

   I'll be on bestest behaviour 

[Barman]

Sinking, mainly. Or falling off.

Or VD

Does old Val still do the cruises then...? 

[Nick]

Innocent child

[Pastis]

What about Pastis ...what are the dangers of cruising 

How long have you got?      I've nearly finished chapter 2; it's taking an age 

[Nick]

 

[Miss Demeanour]

What about Pastis ...what are the dangers of cruising 

How long have you got?      I've nearly finished chapter 2; it's taking an age 

I am waiting 

[Pastis]

I know, I know ..... 

Anyhoo, during downtime on "Carry On Up The Baltics" I hope to detail some more adventures