Hello, just seen all this as not been on properly for a while.
I am moving to Hurghada 08/01/2010 and have really seen a change in my perspective since I first started planning in April.
All these questions that you have can only really get sorted once you are there, frustrating but real. Theres lots of British and Europeans over there and most are really helpful.
One thing to consider is how you will get things over, what is essential to take and when.
For example, my brother is coming over about 4 weeks after I go with 2 suitcases for me and I have friends already keen to come and see me so dribs and drabs can come with them.
Shipping stuff over or using DHL etc is more hassle than its worth as you will have to pay to receive your stuff and thats whatever they decide to charge you on the day.
On the plus side, Hurghada is quite developed its not like you can't get things.
Just try and relax, think of what essentials you REALLY need to take over initially and take the rest from there.
All the best to you, feel free to get in touch if you want a chat, any advice or even just to rant x