Alexandria, Egypt
Digital Nomad Life in Alexandria, Egypt
Summary: Digital nomads like living in Alexandria, Egypt because of its low cost of living, vibrant culture, and access to the Mediterranean Sea. Alexandria is a great place to live for digital nomads because it is a major hub for the tech industry, with many startups and tech companies based in the city. Additionally, Alexandria is a great place to live for digital nomads because of its vibrant nightlife, excellent restaurants, and beautiful beaches. The best neighborhood to live in Alexandria is the Raml Station area. This area is close to the city center and is known for its vibrant nightlife, excellent restaurants, and beautiful beaches. Additionally, the Raml Station area is home to many tech startups and companies, making it a great place for digital nomads to network and find work. The approximate population of Alexandria, Egypt is 5.2 million people. The weather in Alexandria, Egypt is typically warm and sunny year-round, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit. The monthly cost of living for a digital nomad in Alexandria is approximately $1,000 USD. This includes rent, utilities, food, transportation, and entertainment. The cost to rent a centrally located, one-bedroom apartment with high-speed internet access in Alexandria is approximately $500 USD per month.
How do I meet people in Alexandria?
When we asked people living in Alexandria about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:
"The British Club and read the free newspapers for groups that meet once a week or so," said one person in Alexandria.
"There is Alexandria American ladies group. It is unofficial social gathering for the American women’s who live in Alex. They meet once a month for coffee and planning events. The group is involved with the American center as well. There is another group called Alexandria women association. They meet every Monday for coffee and they do mostly charity work around Alexandria and it is open for all expects not just Americans," said one expat who made the move to Alexandria.
"Expats in Alexandria often join clubs and activities such as the Alexandria International Community, which is a group that organizes events and activities for expats. Other popular activities include joining a gym, taking language classes, and attending cultural events. Expats can also meet people by attending local festivals, joining a book club, or volunteering with a local organization. Additionally, many expats find it helpful to join online forums and social media groups to connect with other expats in the area," explained one foreigner living in Alexandria, Egypt.
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Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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