Greetings all, my fiance (soon to be Wife) and I are attending American University in Cairo for graduate school. We are both in are late 20's and pretty-well traveled. We are very excited but have so many questions. Maybe some of you might be able to help us with some advice.

1) What is the best method for finding housing and should we live in New Cairo or downtown?

2) Is it possible to find work without a proper visa?

3)How much should we anticipate in paying in rent? Internet? Food?

4) What things should we be sure to bring that we may not be able to buy there very easily?

5) Is it easy to receive shipping from the states?

We have more questions, but this is a nice start. THANKS! -Paul