Alexandria, Egypt Overview

The Pearl of the Mediterranean has an ambiance more in keeping with its neighbors to the north than with those in the Middle East. Site of Pharos lighthouse, one of the Wonders of the World, and of... more » The Pearl of the Mediterranean has an ambiance more in keeping with its neighbors to the north than with those in the Middle East. Site of Pharos lighthouse, one of the Wonders of the World, and of Anthony and Cleopatra’s tempestuous romance, the city was founded by Alexander the Great in 331BC. Today, Alexandria offers fascinating insights into its proud Greek past, as well as interesting mosques, the casino strip of the Corniche, some lovely gardens and both modern and heritage hotels. « less
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Best of Alexandria 2008!

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Union Hotel

May 12, 2008

The Union is definitely the best value in Alex. The tip I can give is pay the little extra for the deluxe rooms on the top floor. They are still dirt cheap & worth it. Better than more expensive...more

Porto Marina Resort

4 of 5 stars
Saudi Arabia
May 10, 2008

This Hotel is a real big project. My rating is linked to summer season. The hotel will be in full action only this summer, starting mid-June 2008. It has three swimming pools, a theatre, a shopping...more

Adham Compound Hotel

May 4, 2008

The family who owned the hotel are just so wild and fun, they run a safari company that takes you almost everywhere, into the wild, to sand board, camp out around fires, it was a beautiful stay for...more

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