Survival Guide for Singles on Valentine’s Day

What does cheese and Valentine’s Day have in common?

It’s the most dreadful time of the year—with gifts, roses and an overload of chocolates get rubbed in your face.

Do all the cheesy romantic songs chime in your every peaceful moment?
Does the sight of love-shaped balloons make you sick to your stomach?

If the answer is yes to the above questions, then you might be suffering from a condition known as Valentine’s Single Syndrome.

It’s a very common condition, which occurs typically on Feb 14^th of every calendar year.

Fret not—this survival guide will help keep you sane on this “special day” and save you from a Valentine’s vendetta.

There are plenty of things to do on Valentine’s Day to avoid the cupid’s arrow.

Celebrate singlehood at Cairo Jazz Club

CJC feels for you—that’s why they dedicated a night to unanimously loath lover’s day. The aptly titled event, Love & Loathing, will feature anti-Valentine’s hits and Progressive House until the break of dawn.

Catch an unromantic movie

Take your pick from a wide range of unromantic movies currently in theatres including Jumanji, Maze Runner: The Death Cure, and Phantom Thread.

Take a trip to Basata

Nothing spells solitude like a trip to Basata. The serene spot located 23km after Taba checkpoint of Nuweiba, Basata is an all-time favorite eco-friendly camping destination. Whether you want to wade in the shallow waters of the Red Sea or enjoy your sweet solitude, Basata has something for every cynical single. For more information visit basata.com

Netflix & Chill

If your world turned into this gooey, heart-shaped extravaganza, look no further than your couch and Netflix. Make sure to watch the just released film “The Cloverfield Paradox”, a sci-fi film about a planet on the brink of war.

Attend an Anti-Valentine Party

Escape all the romance this valentine as Le Meridien Cair Live Sports Bar is celebrating with all the single ladies. Gather your friends and party the night away with live performance of Hisham Tiba. The party’s motto? No hearts. No hugs. No flowers.

By: Mohamed Taky