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Taking Photographs

The etiquette of photographing people in most the countries on your itinerary is about the
same as it would be on the streets of your hometown. You need permission to take a close-up,
but not for a crowd scene. Be especially polite if you want to photograph an older woman. If
you want to shoot a great portrait, show interest in your subject, try to have a bit of social
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photographs of military personnel or military compounds, because this may result in the
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In museums or at archeological sites throughout the Middle East, there may be restrictions
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fragile artifacts and artwork from damage by repeated exposure to light. Occasionally, there
may also be a small fee levied by the museum or site for the privilege of taking photos. Your
Trip Leader will advise you beforehand.

Toilets

Although all our accommodations feature Western-style toilets, “Turkish-style” toilets (i.e.
squat toilets) are common in public restrooms. For women travelers who are novices at using
a squat toilet, a skirt is usually easier to maneuver than pants. We strongly recommend that
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(unless you tip the bathroom attendant, who will then give you some).

Safety & Security

• Common Sense and Awareness: As you travel, exercise the same caution and awareness
that you would in a large American city. Don’t be overly nervous or suspicious, but keep
your eyes open. If you are venturing out after dark, go with one or two other people.
Pickpockets may create a sudden distraction. In any sort of puzzling street situation,
try to keep one hand on your money belt. If an encounter with a local turns out to be
long and complicated and involves money or your valuables, be very careful. Con artists
sometimes target travelers.

• Money belts/Neck wallets: Carry a one-day supply of cash in your pocket and the rest
of your money in a neck wallet or money belt under your shirt. Replenish your pocket
supply when you are in a safe and quiet place. Don’t leave valuables unattended in your
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in-room safe (set your own personal number). Please utilize them.

• Woman Travelers: Foreign women may experience some hassling by local men in Egypt.
It is usually inconsequential, and it is greatly reduced if you dress in a modest style.
Exercise the same caution you would with strangers at home. We encourage women to
stay with a group after dark or if exploring out-of-the-way places.

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extreme caution when attempting to cross any street. Consider hiring a taxi (at a nominal fee)
for short distance transport.

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