mseaglecook
Senior Cook
Anybody been there? How was it? Also what did you do and what would you do if you go again?
If you do go to Saudi Arabia, go in the winter. I heard a story on NPR this morning about people dying in the heat on their pilgrimage to the Hajj. High temps are reaching 125F.
I've never been to either place, but I have been to Turkey and my mother travels extensively. If you book with a tour group, you will be better protected from random street harassment.
Thanks for the advice.If you are keen to see the pyramids etc, just go!
Yes, you may be harrassed, but who cares. See it as part of the trip. You know it is going to happen, so prepare yourself to it.
Disclaimer: I've not been to Saudi and I have no intention of going there. Not been to Egypt, except for the airport, but been in lots of countries where tourists are being targetted, where there are beggars etc.
I've been lucky though with more mediterranean looks than Northern European ones. Blonde females, but also males, are targetted much more.
Back to Egypt, your hotel can help you with reputable guides if you travel by yourself
I think that's your best idea - plus take only what is necessary for the outing... and use the hotel safe!We bought little bags that tuck into your bra or underwear. Plus, I wore a fanny pack turned around to the front. Good thing too because we got swarmed with gypsy children in several large cities in Italy on our visits there.