By Dara Denney, The Traveller’s Cookbook When I first moved to Cairo I was told a lot of things. “Egypt is not safe for women!” “You cannot go around Cairo alone. You should always have a man with you.” “You shouldn’t even travel there, let alone live there.” The reality, however, was different for me. And after some trial and error of dress and behavior I learned that I actually did feel safe travelling throughout Cairo as a solo gal. (And I should know: I am on the road 3+ hours per day!) In fact, travelling around the city by myself is one of my favorite things to do. This is how I discovered the best shopping districts, my favorite cafes, and some of Cairo’s hidden oddities. But can you experience (and enjoy!) Cairo as a solo gal? YES! How Should I Dress First things first: Do I need to wear a hijab in Egypt? Nope. Will it help guard against the infamous sexual harassment I have heard so much about? Nope. Will it help me blend in? Not really. Moving on… When I step out the door, whether it is to…
