The Guide
From The Report: Egypt 2013
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This section includes information on hotels, government and other listings, alongside useful tips for visitors on topics like currency, visas, language, communications, dress, business hours and electricity.

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Places to rest in comfort: Egypt hotel listings
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CAIRO/GIZA MARRIOTT HOTEL & OMAR KHAYYAM CASINO 16 Saray El Gezira,PO Box 33, Zamalek, Cairo T: (02) 2728 3000 F: (02) 2728 3001 www.cairomarriotthotel.com CairoMarriottReservation@marriott.com Rooms: 1087 rooms, including 71 diplomatic suites, 28 executive suites, three ambassador suites, five presidential suites and two royal suites. Business &Conference Facilities: All essential services. Simultaneous translation, audio-visual equipment. 17 multipurpose conference rooms available with capacity for 25-100. Health & Leisure Facilities: Fully equipped gym, heated pool, hot tub and three tennis courts. Guest…

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Fact for visitors: Useful tips for first-time travellers
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ETIQUETTE: Egyptians are generally courteous, especially with foreigners. Drinks such as tea, coffee or juice will generally accompany any conversation, be it business-related or casual. A handshake is an appropriate way to greet someone in a business meeting. Close male friends will sometimes greet with a kiss on each cheek, but when meeting members of the opposite sex, a handshake will do. If you visit during Ramadan, remember that it is impolite to eat or drink in public. DRESS: Formal business attire, generally a suit and tie, is appropriate for meetings, although modest clothing should apply in certain circumstances outside of the…