Is it safe for Americans to travel to egypt

Let's get this out of the way: Yes, it's safe for Americans or for any other nationality to travel to Egypt. Even in light of the (belated) news in Egypt last year regarding insurgencies and whatnot, any flight to Egypt or visit to Egypt remains safe for tourists. There's nothing to fear, although you do need to be briefed on the areas in the country that are safer than others. It doesn't hurt to keep yourself updated in regard to the present situation in Egypt, but not to the point that you'd choose to avoid going there due to the extreme fear-mongering that some news agencies disseminate. Whatever  incidents are reported in the news happen in isolated parts of the country and the whole country shouldn't be held accountable for these events.

Of course, those who are ignorant of what's currently going on in Egypt will always say to those who dare go there, "Be safe," or "Be careful," or, at worst, immediately shoot down any suggestion of going there. However, the Egyptian Revolution that literally happened more than a year ago is no longer the current news in Egypt, so don't cancel your flight to Egypt because you feel like a vacation there is akin to jumping into a war zone. Instead, you need to educate yourself in regards to the current state of Egypt. If you still have some reservations concerning an Egyptian vacation trip, you can always keep yourself up-to-date on the latest happenings in the nation through the Internet and sites like Google, Yahoo, Facebook, and Twitter.

Visiting a Country after a Civil Revolution Isn't Necessarily Crazy
Most Americans feel trepidation the moment they land in Cairo's airport; don't worry, this is a natural feeling in light of the news stories you've probably heard surrounding what had come to pass in Egypt. They're curious about how safe Egypt is at this point in time, and if the streets are still being occupied by troops from the Army. However, the first question that you as a tourist are asked is what sets the tone of your entire vacation: "Where are you from?" If you say you're from the US, guess what the locals will say? The Egyptians who asked you that question will say that they're honored that you visited Egypt. They'll also thank you for coming to the country. They'll even outright say that they need tourists like you to come to Egypt more than ever!

It's highly recommended for people, particularly Americans, to visit Egypt at present because it remains the same glorious tourist spot it has always been. The perceived danger within this country has long passed. Regardless of whatever happened or happens in Tahrir Square, the rest of Cairo and, ultimately, the rest of Egypt remain perfectly safe. It's like this: Just because one part of the United States was involved in some sort of incident or natural disaster, it doesn't necessarily mean that the entire country is in peril. For example, the LA riots of the nineties were never an indication that Texas, New York, Tennessee, Alaska, Hawaii, or any of the other touristy states of the country shouldn't be visited during that time. The event happened on a place that's thousands of miles away from those other places, so it's silly to think that the entirety of the USA is off-limits vacation-wise.  

Egypt Is Perfectly Safe, Don't Buy Into Fear-Mongering
The most excitement you'll get out of your visit to Cairo or other parts of Egypt is the typical chaotic Cairo traffic. As soon as you see for yourself what has become of one of the birthplaces of ancient civilization, you'll quickly realize that the country is indeed safe and sound. Ever since the revolution that started on January 25, 2011, the media has overblown the situation in Egypt. All the same, the fact remains that all throughout that time, not one single American tourist has been killed. Don't buy into the fear-mongering news that the media has brought its worldwide audience in order to gather as much ratings and attention as possible. You're doing a disservice to yourself by doing so, especially if you're an avid traveler who wants to see the best that the world has to offer in terms of vacation experiences.

Egypt, like any other country, is safe to travel to. There are many popular tourist destinations that are still getting millions of tourists annually, yet are even more dangerous to go to than Egypt. If you're a smart traveler, then you'd quickly realize that apprehensive tourists are seriously missing out on some of the most enjoyable places to visit on earth because of their fear of the Egyptian revolution. The country, as always, offers a life-changing, affordable, and amazing travel experience thanks to all the historical landmarks and lovely tourist attractions located within its territory. Going to Egypt today provides you a chance to see it the way it's meant to be seen... with great service, affordable deals, and no crowds.

What Female Travelers Should Expect When Going to Egypt
Western women who want to travel to Egypt are at times concerned about whether or not they have the proper wardrobe in light of the dress codes followed by women from other Muslim countries. They also believe that they have to deal with culture shock because Egyptians probably treat their women differently compared to their Western counterparts. With that said, Western women who've actually been to Egypt and experienced their friendly culture firsthand would know that there really isn't any problem with how the Egyptians treat Western women vacationing there. Sure, some have noted that there's verbal harassment in the streets on the level of construction workers ogling pretty women back home, but this is something that even Egyptian women have to deal with.

Getting hit on by men on the street in Egypt is something that's best dealt with by not paying attention to it and moving on, even though it can get irritating (the whistling and hollering construction workers back in America can get quite annoying too). Reacting doesn't work during such situations, although women as a whole do wish that the habit will come to an end at some point in the future. Other than that, there are little to no problems that Western women can't deal with when visiting this North African country. In regards to clothes and proper attire for female tourists going to Egypt, everyone should realize that there's nothing forbidden in the nation. You don't actually need to cover yourself up like a Muslim woman when visiting the country.

Recommended Western Female Wardrobe When Going to Egypt
Of course, women should also use common sense when picking their wardrobe in Egypt, because they're not going to California, and beachwear belongs mostly to the beach, not the streets. The more you show, the more you'll draw attention, and in a Muslim country like Egypt, it may be unwanted attention. As a rule of thumb for female tourists, you should probably try to avoid wearing short shorts or miniskirts. You should also cover your cleavage and shoulders. When it comes to Western female wardrobe in Egypt, it's all about fitting in and feeling comfortable. You don't have to fit in too much by wearing Egyptian clothing, but it helps to remember to respect the Egyptian culture since you're just a visitor there. Sneakers and closed shoes are highly recommended. However, they're mostly for the sake of being comfortable and avoiding getting dirty.

If you want to, you can also try out Muslim garb like the niqab as an experiment of sorts, but be warned that the police can be suspicious of foreigners, especially those who are acting strange enough to wear a niqab as though they're "hiding" behind it and passing themselves off as spies! To those who've tried the niqab on, it can be quite the thrill to pass the streets unnoticed, which is something that doesn't happen often when you're a foreigner wearing your typical tourist wardrobe (which is par for the course, because the niqab is mundane clothing for Egyptian womenfolk to wear). However, the niqab is composed of many layers of fabric, so those who aren't used to it won't be able to stand the heat and may even have problems breathing. Incidentally, Egyptian women aren't actually forced to wear the niqab, despite the Western belief to the contrary.

The Egyptian Revolution and Its Aftermath
Here are the facts. Yes, there are certain places in Egypt that tourists probably shouldn't go to, even at this point in time when the Egyptian Revolution is finally over. Yes, kidnappings do happen in Egypt. No, you shouldn't take these isolated incidents as an indication that Egypt is dangerous to go to in light of the fact that there are many other popular tourist destinations that are even more dangerous than Egypt. At present, former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has resigned and his government was overthrown after the Armed Forces of Egypt assumed power. A democratic election was held, and Egypt has now elected and inaugurated a new president: Mohamed Mursi. However, due to concerns regarding how long the military junta will last in the country, protests have still continued.

Those tourists who visited Egypt during the historic 2011 Egyptian Revolution can attest that even though they had no idea what was going to happen at the time, they weren't worried at all, especially those who've been going to Egypt for the holidays for a long time. Foreigners for the most part avoided taking part in the protests, but many probably bore witness to most of them. It was an exciting time in Egypt because the winds of change were blowing. Walking into the empty Cairo streets during the Friday of Rage was something beyond description; the thick feeling of anticipation hung over the air like sackcloth at the time. With that in mind, if tourists were able to deal with the Egyptian Revolution during its heyday back in 2011, then they certainly could visit Egypt now that the worst has passed and it's now opening a new chapter on its history. 

Egypt's Current State of Travel Safety
Although it's been more than a year since the recent Egyptian Revolution, some people will probably think it's still too soon to visit Egypt. The fact is there are people who've visited Egypt right after the revolution happened or were even there while the revolution was happening, and they came out none the worse for wear. It's not about bravery; it's just common sense. Sure, visiting Egypt one year after it's political upheaval is not for everyone, and there are those who can't be blamed for erring on the side of caution, but nevertheless, the dangers that people "think" lurk in Cairo are nothing more than the product of their overactive imaginations.

Now that the revolution came and went and Egypt is now at a crossroads of sorts, it's the perfect time to visit the country. Of course, this disclaimer about Egypt being safe doesn't mean that the protests that happened aren't important, but in terms of Egypt's tourism, the revolution shouldn't affect your vacation in any way because it has nothing to do with your Egyptian trip. Even if you're in Cairo and some disaster suddenly happened in Tahrir Square despite all these months of peace, you can easily move a couple of minutes away from that place, and you'll be fine. As already mentioned, no American tourist has been killed by the Egyptian Revolution, and that's unlikely to change for the coming months or even years.