Cairo is the capital of Egypt and amidst the chaos of the city are the most magnificent gems. It’s the clashing of the old the new, the frustratingly congested with cars and tourists, and the juxtaposition of dusty alleyways with colossal architecture. A trip to Egypt just wouldn’t be complete without spending time at least […]
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Best Way To Do The Nile Cruise And Stay Experience
When it comes to a Nile cruise and stay package, there are a number of things you should be looking for. There are many factors at play that will depend on you as the traveller. How many days do you have to work with? What do you want to see? What kind of cruise do […]
The Best Hotels Near Pyramids of Giza with Rooftop Views
If you’re going to be planning any Egypt itinerary that includes Cairo, you’re going to want to where the top place to stay is. What you might be surprised about is that I actually don’t think it’s a good idea to stay in the downtown core of Cairo, where you actually want to be is […]
Is Egypt Safe for Travel? (How is it in 2022 with Safety Guide and Tips)
Egypt is one of those places that you’ve always wanted to go to since you learned about the Great Pyramids in primary school or watched Brandon Fraser’s, The Mummy. As ancient wonders go, Egypt is arguably at the top. Thing is, over this past decade, word on the street is that it’s not a good […]
Egypt Travel Guide – Things to Know Before You Go
I’m calling it. Egypt is going to be one of the most epic trips you’ll ever do. I know you haven’t even gone yet but you’re probably here because you’re in the middle of planning trip and looking for a travel guide that’s going to dish out all the things to know before going to […]
Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan – 4 Day Nile Dahabiya Review
Are you planning a trip to Egypt and trying to decide on a Nile cruise? If you’re like me, you are also overwhelmed with how many boats there are along the Nile along with the fact that there are two distinct styles of cruising – the standard river cruise ship and the dahabiya. I’m here […]
10 Day Itinerary For Egypt – A Trip Of A Lifetime
Egypt is a land of wonder. From the epic pyramids, the mystic Nile, and endless layers of stories, this is the kind of trip that will literally blow your mind at every turn. The scale of everything you see will blow you away. The fact that this all happened thousands of years ago will blow […]
Egypt Packing List – What To Wear, Camera Gear, and more!
So you’ve just booked your flight to Egypt and secured your spot in a tour. You’ve got the Nile, the pyramids, and Pharaohs on your mind but before you take off, you have to figure out what you’re actually going to bring on this trip. I faced this exact problem a few days before leaving […]
The Best Way To See The Nile – Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Egypt presents an ancient past that is full of intrigue and wonder. As the old adage says, “Egypt is the gift of the Nile” and it sure is with a Dahabiya Nile cruise along this marvellous river. It’s as timeless of a journey as it was in the late 18th century. Despite the political turmoil, […]
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