Plan Your Visit to Elephantine Island, Aswan: Museum, Ruins, and Nearby Highlights
In a country of dirty, busy and chaotic cities, Aswan’s Elephantine Island is a peaceful escape. There are no cars. You can wake up and enjoy a coffee over the beautiful Nile. And the residents are just the nicest people!…
The ULTIMATE guide to Hot Air Ballooning in Luxor
Here’s everything you need to know before you take to the skies in a hot air balloon in Luxor. Am I writing this because I want a place to share our amazing photos? Well… maybe! But I’ll make this useful…
Tomb of Seti I: Is it worth the money?
The Tomb of Seti I is the most expensive tomb in the Valley of the Kings. You might be wondering, “is the Tomb of Seti I worth it?”. Or you may be trying to decide if you can justify spending three times the…
Sharm el Sheikh VS Dahab: Where’s best in Egypt for your Red Sea diving?
Sharm el Sheikh VS Dahab: Which town in Egypt is best for your Red Sea diving? Here, we’ll compare the diving, the vibes, and the logistic of these two dive hubs on the Sinai peninsula. So what are you waiting…
Travelling to Egypt during Ramadan: What to Expect?
One of my favourite things about travel is experiencing new cultures. And that’s why you shouldn’t shy away from travelling to Egypt during Ramadan! This sacred period in the Islamic calendar brings about a noticeable change in the daily life…
Diving Egypt’s Thistlegorm Wreck: the ULTIMATE guide
The Thistlegorm shipwreck is an iconic diving site in Egypt’s Red Sea. Anyone with a sense of adventure and an appreciation of history should add the Thistlegorm to their bucket list! But what is the Thistlegorm? What should you expect?…
21 tips to avoid common scams in Egypt
We’ve just come back from Egypt! And we’re ready to update you on every common scam and hustle we encountered during our time there. This is a long one, so get comfortable. Or, head to the contents section to jump…
What do things cost in Egypt?
What do things cost in Egypt? Find out how much common items cost in Egypt to help you plan your backpacker budget.
Female Traveller in Morocco – What’s It Really Like?
People often ask me if it's safe to be a female traveller in Morocco. My answer is yes, however, Moroccan culture may take some adjusting to if you haven’t experienced anything like it. Here, I'm sharing my experience of being…
Everything you need to know before hiking Mount Toubkal
How difficult is it? How long will it take? What kit should I bring? Planning a trek can be hard. Here is everything you need to know before hiking Mount Toubkal and the High Atlas.
