How Mada City Could Reshape Fifth Settlement Weekends
Majid Al Futtaim’s newly announced partnership with MIDAR puts a major mixed-use district on New Cairo’s map. For Fifth Settlement residents, the real story is what a future entertainment, retail and hospitality cluster could do to dining plans, footfall and weekend habits.
Blue Hole Dahab overhaul: what visitors may notice this summer
A government-backed redevelopment plan is putting Dahab’s Blue Hole under fresh scrutiny ahead of summer. Here is what has been announced so far, and what it could mean on the ground for visitors, reef protection, and nearby cafes and restaurants.
Saqqara Upgrade Aims for Smoother, Smarter Visits
Egypt has begun a new development project at Saqqara to improve movement, comfort and accessibility inside one of the country's most important archaeological landscapes. The plan focuses on roads and visitor services while keeping the site's historic fabric intact.
Alexandria Red Flags This Week: Safer Beach & Cafe Plans
High-wave warnings and red flags changed the beach map in Alexandria this week. Here is a practical weekend guide to safer public beaches, nearby Corniche cafes, and smart non-swimming alternatives.
Cairo’s license freeze reshapes nights out in Maadi & Heliopolis
Cairo’s April 28, 2026 decision to stop issuing new restaurant and cafe licenses in Heliopolis and Maadi is already changing where people go out. Here is what the freeze really means for diners, operators and summer bookings across Cairo.
Why The Nox show fits your Talaat Harb plan this week
If your week already includes a Talaat Harb wander, there is a strong case for adding an art stop. The Nox’s current July group exhibition brings together established Egyptian names in a way that suits a café-and-culture Downtown outing.
How New Cairo Can Turn the Fan Zone Shuttle Into a Full Night Out
With crowds at the Egyptian Fan Zone in the New Administrative Capital reportedly surpassing 50,000 for Egypt’s match against New Zealand, New Cairo residents have a strong case for treating the trip as more than a quick watch party. Here is how Fifth Settlement locals can plan the shuttle, timing, food stops and return for a smoother match-night outing.
GEM App Ticketing: A Summer Family Guide From West Cairo
The Grand Egyptian Museum has expanded its official digital ticketing access through Egypt’s mobile-operator apps. Here is a practical, family-focused guide for Sheikh Zayed and 6th of October residents planning a summer visit.
What Gulf Egypt’s EGP 20bn Sharm project could change
Gulf Egypt’s newly announced Sharm El Sheikh development is still at the planning stage, but the scale and location already suggest where the city’s next leisure gravity point could emerge. Here is what the EGP 20bn project may mean for hotels, restaurants, beach clubs and weekend escapes in South Sinai.
Best Heliopolis Restaurants Still Worth Booking in 2026
After Cairo halted new restaurant and café licenses in Heliopolis in April 2026, existing licensed venues were allowed to keep operating. Here is a verified area-by-area guide to long-running spots in Korba, Almaza and Nozha that still stand out for atmosphere, reputation and practical bookability.
How to Get the Best-Tasting Steak at Home in Alexandria
Steak is one of the pricier meals on the table, so getting it right matters. Here is a practical guide for Alexandria home cooks on choosing a good cut, cooking it properly and avoiding common mistakes.
Different Space 2026 Is Zamalek’s Smartest Summer Art Stop
Yassin Art Gallery’s Different Space 5th Edition brings 34 artists to Zamalek for a long summer run, making it one of the season’s easiest culture stops to pair with a walk around the island.
Berry Desserts Take Over New Cairo Menus This Summer
Summer berry desserts are showing up across New Cairo, with blueberry and raspberry flavours leading the season. Here is a verified guide to where residents can find them now and what to expect on the menu.
How GEM’s secure app booking upgrades a West Cairo day trip
The Grand Egyptian Museum’s new app-access ticket path is more than a tech update: it changes how West Cairo residents plan a smoother, safer day out. Here is what it means now for Sheikh Zayed and 6th of October visitors, from booking to timing your cafés, drive and museum hours.
Red Sea Dining After Egypt’s June 2026 Inspection Sweep
Egypt’s June 2026 food-safety campaign put Red Sea restaurants and hotels under rare public scrutiny. Here is what the inspections covered in Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi, Soma Bay, Quseir and Marsa Alam, and how diners can use that information this summer.
Alexandria beach safety guide: where not to swim this weekend
Alexandria’s beach conditions have been shifting quickly after the Egyptian Meteorological Authority warned of higher waves along major Mediterranean beaches. Here is a practical guide to which Alexandria beaches to avoid for swimming this weekend, what the red flag means, and where conditions have been calmer.
Where to eat now in Maadi and Heliopolis after Cairo’s freeze
Cairo’s decision to halt new restaurant and cafe licenses in Heliopolis and Maadi has shifted attention to established operators. Here is where to book this summer, and why the already-licensed names matter more than ever.
Why Sawiris Behind the Deck Still Defines Zamalek Nights
Naguib Sawiris turning up behind the decks at a sold-out Zamalek restaurant was more than a viral moment. It captured how Cairo nightlife increasingly runs on recognisable names, reservation pressure and venues that sell dinner and a scene in one booking.
Book GEM Safely From Sheikh Zayed After the New App Rollout
Planning a Grand Egyptian Museum visit from Sheikh Zayed or 6th of October is now easier, but only if you use the right official channels. Here is how to book safely, avoid fake links, and plan a smooth local day out.
Green Sharm’s Peace Park revamp: what visitors can expect
Sharm El Sheikh’s Green Sharm project is moving into a new phase, with Peace Park set for a museum-area rework and better visitor services. Here is what has been officially announced, and what it could mean for locals and holidaymakers planning time in South Sinai.