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* Males usually agree to be photographed but ask first: (‘Shura lo samat’). Women do not like being photographed.
* Visitors should respect local customs and dress appropriately. Men should not wear shorts except on the beach. Women should cover their shoulders and avoid short skirts.
* Beverages are unavailable except in a couple of five star hotels.
* Always travel with a reputable guide.
