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Free Arabic Alphabet Desktop Wallpaper

Need to learn the Arabic Alphabet? Download this desktop wallpaper and save as your computer’s desktop. The alphabet will be readily available anytime you need it! ( Click the image to open, then right click and choose “Set as Background”. ) If you need a different size, contact us!

August 14, 2010 in General, Languages
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NEW – Khutbah (sermon) in English: “Ramadan – Lessons & Benefits”

Click below to listen to a special Khutbah by Brother Tharwat, Imam for the Islamic Society of Schuylkill County, PA masjid in the USA. “Ramadan – Lessons & Benefits” –>

August 11, 2010 in General
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Electronic Language Dictionaries – Learn Arabic

ECTACO iTRAVL NTL-2A English – Arabic Talking 2-way Language Communicator and Electronic Dictionary By simply speaking into the iTRAVL, you can have your phrases instantly translated and spoken aloud using a sophisticated combination of speech recognition modules, real human voice output and speech synthesis. Helping you to enjoy sightseeing more, meet new friends and deal [...]

August 1, 2010 in General, Languages, Shop
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Is Egypt Safe for Americans?

The general consensus is “Yes”… as long as you prepare yourself in advance for the cultural differences, dress conservatively, and behave in a civilized manner. The article below about the safety in Egypt was written in 2006, but still holds true today: http://www.travbuddy.com/Is-Cairo-safe-for-Americans-v1003

July 27, 2010 in Cultural Info, General
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Dress Like an Egyptian – Shop Online

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July 25, 2010 in General
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Americans in Egypt Store – Now Open! Shop Online

Shop online for Books, CDs, DVDs, clothing and accessories for your trip to Egypt! Shop HERE!

July 25, 2010 in General, Shop
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Airport Shuttle Vans in Cairo

If you are traveling to Egypt, your first arrival is going to be the airport.  From there, you can take a taxi, private car or shuttle van to your destination.   Taxis and private cars often charge higher rates for foreigners, so you might consider calling ahead and getting rates. Below are some helpful phone numbers to [...]

May 26, 2010 in General
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Free Online Islamic TV in English

For Americans who are living in Egypt or traveling to Egypt, you might be looking for online TV in English.  If you are Muslim, there are some online resources to learn Islam, such as: http://www.fomny.org/Islam-tv.php

February 26, 2010 in General
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What to eat (and NOT to eat) in Egypt

Whether you’re traveling to Egypt or already living there, here are a few “survival” tips on eating foods in Egypt. 1) The water in Egypt is not hygenic. Sad to say… There are even Egyptians who don’t drink it. So, always carry a small bottle of bottled water wherever you go.  What brands?  Go for the “foreign” [...]

February 1, 2010 in General
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Americans Acquiring Egyptian Citizenship

If you are planning to live in Egypt for a long period of  time, you or your children might want to become an Egyptian citizen.  There are a few ways to accomplish this: 1) Birth in Egypt 2) Birth to an Egyptian 3) By Marriage NOTE:  For citizenship by marriage, you need to apply to [...]

January 1, 2010 in General
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