By Arielle Abroad, originally published here In Arabic, Egypt is referred to lovingly as “Om el Donya” which translates to “Mother of the World.” While Egypt is undoubtedly home to endless amounts of history, the country has so much more to offer visitors. From world-class beaches to some of the most hospitable and kind locals you will ever meet while traveling, this is a country you do not want to miss! So why is NOW the best time to visit Egypt? 1. Egypt is Cheap The conversion rate from Egyptian Pound (EGP) to US Dollar/Euro has always been favorable for tourists, but now is the CHEAPEST time to visit Egypt. In January 2016, the exchange rate sat at 7.8 EGP to 1 USD. Today, the rate sits at 17.9 EGP to 1 USD. What does that mean for tourists? You get a whole lot of bang for your buck. In Egypt your money is now worth more than double what it was only two-and-a-half years ago! Just to give you an idea of how far your dollars can get you: – 1 hour Uber ride from airport = approx. 170 EGP…
