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2nd March 22, 10:14 AM
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Kilting in Jordan/Egypt during Ramadan
Hi all,
I’ve been a daily kilt wearer since 10/2014. I rotate between 11 kilts. I own mostly Sportkilts for the price and pockets. I intend to travel to Jordan and Egypt during Ramadan and my wife is worried about adding wardrobe offense to our already offensive US passport. If anyone can give me some good advice on whether my wife and brother would be unnecessarily put at risk, I’d like to consider your input. Please feel free to share my concern with other members not currently on this thread. Thx. Stay Safe.
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2nd March 22, 11:02 AM
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If you or they think it's a risk, then it is. Why take it? Some kind of "I'll do as I please" statement is never worth it if that's what it really is.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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7th March 22, 01:58 PM
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My family visited Egypt when I was a kid, and even the sight of us in shorts was enough to keep us out of many places. These are extremely rigid societies, and the sight of a westerner in (what will more than likely be viewed as) women’s clothing will not be to your advantage- it could even be unsafe.
It’s not worth it.
Trying to avoid “looking like a refugee from a pantomime.” (hat tip Jock Scot)
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8th March 22, 05:59 AM
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Once upon a time I worked in the Middle East. I am very familiar with both countries. I recommend you do your best not to stick out.
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9th March 22, 02:08 AM
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 Originally Posted by Mael Coluim
Once upon a time I worked in the Middle East. I am very familiar with both countries. I recommend you do your best not to stick out.
There was almost an 'incident' a few years ago, when one of the British diplomatic delegation appeared kilted at an official function, although in a different African country. One of the local host officials (obviously seeing the kilt as a skirt) took him aside and advised that in their country they do not tollerate that kind of degenerate behaviour.
If government officials are are at risk of this kind of closed-minded intollerance, a regular 'tourist' might regret not leaving the kilt at home.
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9th March 22, 07:28 AM
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Unless you can get first rate knowledge from a local or, someone that really knows and understands the situation, I think it might be better not too.
" Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the adherence of idle minds and minor tyrants". Field Marshal Lord Slim.
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