The Logistics of Settling In 153front. Personally, though I hear there are pickpockets in some
places in Egypt, I have never had anything stolen. But I am
more cautious when I am riding the underground railway
or in a crowded train station. Other miscellaneous items to
bring with you include: sewing items like buttons and pins,
velcro, skirt hangers, mattress pads (haven’t seen one in
Egypt), a non-disposable flashlight, special holiday things,
sheet music if you are a musician, extra guitar strings, etc.,
and hobby supplies. Definitely don’t forget your children’s
favourite games and toys! Only some Fisher-Price and Lego
toys and games are available in Egypt. Bring pictures to hang
on the walls. Nothing can be more depressing than bare walls
or nothing to remind you of home.
Getting About
Trains
The Egyptian railway system covers over 7,000 km
(4,350 miles). Principal routes connect Cairo with Aswan,