Thanks for the update. Should be no problem at the Meridien for pick-up to the city centre but will keep in mind the possible problem at the IC. In countries where the fare is ridiculously low by our standards, I always give the driver something in cash, though they often try to refuse but do take it. This was before the tip option was added to Uber (though I find it is abused in the US). BTW your posts on the other threads related to the IC and Cairo have been useful to prepare me. Until next weekend I'll only have been out by the airport for overnight flight connections.