Baksheesh! and other Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt Local Custom Tips

Baksheesh is small change in Eygptian pounds. It is very handy for tipping. You can get baksheesh from banks in Naama Bay - i personally prefer 'HSBC'. I'd change out 100LE, this should get you through two weeks whilst in Egypt. But only tip if you think you've had good service, too many people expect it.

You will need it especially, if you go to public toilets, room maids, airports or dining out.

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Most people speak english in Sharm El Sheikh, you'd be suprised how quickly they can tell your english and speak the language if they want to sell you something.

However, not everyone speaks fluently and i think it is only fair that you get the grasp of some basic Arabic, especially 'La Shukran' which means 'No thank you'.

I purchased a book before i went to Egypt and it very easy to learn and has sections of what you might need to know when you are; ie general requirements, shopping, eating out etc. It is very colourful easy to read and translates English to Arabic and how to pronounce them.

The book is made by 'Berlitz' and i purchased it from Borders for £4.99

Definately worth it, especially if your planning to go to Cairo or Luxor where some people don't speak very good English.

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