Overview

For many years Egypt has been a hotspot for tourism for its climate and ancient wonders. Due to this Egypt has become a new destination for medical tourism as a affordable destination and a naturally therapeutic climate for patients. Clinics and staff in Egypt are on-par with those in the UK at a cheaper price with a shorter, if not non-existent, waiting line.

Egypt's popularity in the medical tourism industry comes from its therapeutic aftercare and use of natural resources. Egypt takes advantage of its natural spring water and relaxing hot climate when dealing with patients from abroad, using natural remedies when manufactured drugs aren't necessary.

Extended stays in Egypt tend to be low in cost. Patients who opt for complex procedures or treatments that require a longer recovery time have the option of staying in Egypt a few weeks more at affordable prices, with enough money left over to speed up their recovery in world class saunas, spas and other relaxing facilities Egypt has to offer.

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Securing Your Money When You Travel

Carrying large amounts of cash is obviously unsafe in a foreign country. Also, be careful using your credit cards when you travel. Never give out your PIN, never let anyone else swipe your card and don't ever let anyone take your card out of your sight (example: at a restaurant). Make sure your cards are "Chip" enabled, require a PIN to use and carry in a wallet or case that shields the data from being scanned on the street.

Many clinics are no longer accepting personal checks, cash or travelers checks. Wire transfer and credit cards are your best bet however they can come with high bank fees per use internationally, variable exchange fees and lower daily spending limits when being used in a foreign country.

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