From today, in the Draa-Tafilalto region where Ouarzazate and Merzouga are located, it is prohibited to go out at night from 22:00 to 5 am to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infection. Cafes, restaurants and shops will close at 21:00.
In Ouarzazate in the daytime, the city bus has restarted, and you can see people going to work and children going to school for entrance and promotion, and everyday life is returning. However, due to the spread of new coronavirus infection, it is unlikely that formal classes will begin yet...
In Morocco, you are required to wear a mask, and you will be fined 300DH if you do not.
Currently, the sanitary emergency continues, but from September 6th, foreign business persons and foreign tourists with invitations from Moroccan companies can enter the country. To enter the country, you will need a hotel booking confirmation, a PCR negative certificate, and a serological test (antibody test).
From September 1st, all persons who enter Egypt (including Egyptian nationals) are required to have a negative PCR test proof within 72 hours of arrival in Egypt.
It is also possible to take a PCR test for a fee (US$30) on arrival at the following airports only.
Sharm el-Sheikh Airport, Hurghada Airport, Tarver Airport, Marsa Alam Airport ※In Egypt, you need to enter at the airport you first arrived, so even if the above is your final destination, if you are going through Cairo Airport etc., Prior PCR test is required.
*You may be required to show a negative PCR test certificate when checking in for flights to Egypt. Please check with your airline to see if you can board without the negative proof if you intend to undergo a PCR test at the above 4 airports.
Baron Palace in Cairo has been open to the public for the first time since June 30!
Oriental architecture reminiscent of India or Angkor Wat even though it is Egypt! ?
The Heliopolis area, where the Baron Palace is located, was itself developed by the Belgian businessman Edward Enpain, and was built as his own residence.
At that time, it seemed to be the design because oriental architecture was popular in Europe under the influence of the Paris Expo.
Admission Fee 100 adult Egyptian pounds, £50 extra on rooftop open from 9am to 6pm.
It is close to Cairo Airport and recommended for sightseeing during transit times!
As it is very hot in Dubai, a large shopping mall with a variety of shops including restaurants with well-conditioned air conditioning (it's too cold and too cold!), restaurants, coffee shops, movie theaters, etc. is a popular spot on weekends. In particular, the Dubai Mall is a huge mall with an aquarium, the world's largest fountain show (Dubai Fountain), and even an indoor skating rink. In addition, it is sure to be able to take a photo that looks good on SNS because it is located at the corner of Bage Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, which is famous for its endless year-end flashy fireworks!
August is hot, and sometimes school is closed, so many Egyptians go to sea resorts. In some places, such as Ein Sohona, a Red Sea resort near the capital, Cairo, is full of hotels and reservations cannot be made. The capacity of each hotel is limited due to infection control. If you can't go to the sea, go to a shopping mall in search of coolness. The photo shows lunch at Morizushi in the mall.
<New restrictions on entering Egypt>
With the announcement of the Egyptian government on August 6,
We announced that a negative PCR test certificate is required for entry.
Effective from August 15th.
No PCR test is required for direct access to Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Marsa Matrouha, Marsa Alam and Taba.
However, when moving from these areas to other prefectures,
A PCR test negative certificate issued within 72 hours is required.
<The photo is a recent photo of scuba diving at Dahab, a popular resort on the Sinai Peninsula.
Dahab is a beautiful area that is famous for Japanese divers as a spot where you can dive cheaply.
Morocco has been affected by Eid al-Adha (sacrifice), the biggest Islamic public holiday from 31st July, and the number of new infections has increased. It was. In addition, new regulatory measures have been taken in Tangier, Asila and Fez (moving in and out of cities, banning all meetings, etc.).
Currently in Egypt, the number of new infections every day is decreasing,
(The number of new infections from the WHO announced yesterday was 238.) Foreign tourists only accept Red Sea Resort.
The photo shows a recent scene of the World Heritage Memphis, about an hour's drive from Cairo, the capital of Egypt.
Usually, it is crowded with foreign tourists,
Nowadays, foreign tourists can't come to Cairo and around Giza, so
You can enjoy sightseeing with a private feeling!
Memphis prospered as the capital during the ancient Kingdom of Egypt. The huge statue of Ramses II (pictured) is especially noticeable.
Eid Mubarak!
Today is Eid al-Adha, a Islamic holiday. This is a very important festival for Muslims, and during this period, livestock such as sheep, cows, and camels are used to serve relatives, friends, and poor people. The photo shows a friend's family who rammed sheep into different parts.
Although movement between cities is banned in some areas, here in southern Ouarzazate, southern Morocco, the movement of people returning to their homes has started due to the Aid al Adha, which began on July 31st. The market (souk) was crowded with shoppers, and even in the city, cars of homecoming customers began to crowd.
Morocco was in emergency hygiene until 10 August, but mitigation measures allowed movement between regions. However, measures have been taken to ban people from entering and leaving the eight cities of Tanger, Tetuan, Fes, Meknes, Casablanca, Berashid, Settat and Marrakech, which have been spreading since July 27.
