Egypt has been a nation in some capacity since 3150 BCE, and the land has changed hands many times in the thousands of years since. Modern Egypt as we know it was officially founded in 1954, when the British occupation of the territory finally ended, according to The Guardian.
Bring history to life: best things to do with kids in Egypt
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Piling onto a tractor-trailer, an assortment of Luxor youngsters leaned into a conversation with a pair of retirees from Europe. "We’re learning English," the youngest said, unabashed by any lack of formal introduction. A tumble of questions followed: "Where you from? You like Luxor? How many kids you have?"
Unphased by the fact that the couple’s children were now parents in their own right, the eldest piped up, "Where are they? Why they not with you?" Leaving the question hanging in the air, the kids darted off to the weekly Talaat market to find their own folks among the stalls of tomatoes and oversized cabbages.
Family in Egypt, where more than 50% of the population is under the age of 25, dictates the very shape of life. Being with family members is so important that, for many Egyptians, it’s inconceivable that anyone would want to take a vacation without them, no matter their age. This gives visitors with kids an instant point of connection.
In fact, for those ready to have their kids picked up, cuddled and cooed over, traveling anywhere in Egypt is that much more memorable for the interactions that children invite and for the extra sense of welcome afforded to families.
With large crowds, long lines, excessive summer heat and little shade, visiting Egypt is demanding for much of the year, especially for small children who run a higher risk of sunburn and heat exhaustion. Plus, parents have to contend with the difficult terrain for strollers and the lack of clean public bathrooms (or bathrooms at all).
Thankfully, these challenges can be lessened by avoiding the summer and peak tourist seasons; balancing indoor and outdoor activities; packing hats, reusable water bottles and a mosquito net; and knowing where to buy a Cairo Pass or Luxor Pass to avoid waiting in lines.
But is it worth it? A trip to Egypt offers unforgettable, world-class experiences. School curricula give at least a nod to the ancients, so the chance to get up close to a pyramid or descend into the tomb of a pharaoh is a fantastic way to make history come alive. Encountering traditional hospitality in an Islamic country is a great way to challenge negative perceptions about the Middle East and offers opportunities to form lifelong friendships across cultural divides.
Egypt’s Red Sea coast is particularly well set up for a family beach vacation, with excellent facilities for learning new skills such as snorkeling, diving and windsurfing, while older kids can learn that the desert is not deserted through trips with the Bedouin.
All the main attractions in Egypt can easily be negotiated with the family – but not all in one trip! Being selective is key. Rather than trying to cover too much in a single visit (the quickest route to cultural
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