| isiting foreign countries it is always essential for the | | | | an integral part of Egyptian life and tips must be of a |
| traveller to both learn and respect the traditions and | | | | size which is not insulting in its meagreness. |
| customs of the visited nation; it is for instance | | | | When visiting a mosque or local church, it is vital to |
| generally very important not to insult or cause | | | | respect the custom of removing shoes and footwear |
| somebody to lose face when journeying overseas | | | | before entering the building. Another requirement is |
| In Egypt for instance, there are many practices and | | | | that bare arms must be covered at all times whilst |
| traditions and when taking a holiday in this country or | | | | inside the mosque. |
| partaking in Nile River cruises, observing these | | | | Ramadan is one of the most well known of all of the |
| conventions is a sign of respect and admiration for | | | | Muslim customs. During this period lasting one month, |
| this ancient country. Although not always expected | | | | no food or drink is consumed by the observer of this |
| to join in with traditional way of life, tourists should | | | | tradition. When night time comes however, this |
| have some recognition of the local way of life. | | | | fasting ends and feasting and rejoicing is common. |
| The majority of Egypt’s population are Muslim | | | | Here at River Nile Cruises we specialise in Egyptian |
| and as such have a specific way of life and series of | | | | holidays especially Nile cruise deals and we can |
| rituals. For example, pork is not always available in | | | | provide advice and guidance on accepted behaviour |
| traditional and local restaurants. | | | | and Egyptian traditions. With extensive knowledge of |
| Other customs include the inclusion of tips in | | | | local customs we are experts in Egyptian social |
| transactions ranging from assistance with luggage to | | | | practices. |
| those who provide information to the tourist. This is | | | | |