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Author: Nadine Arab

Nadine is an Egyptian curly-head who decided to quit the norm because it just doesn’t suit her. She ditched her 9-5 as a magazine editor to pursue her dream of becoming a full-time digital nomad and to inspire aspiring travelers to embark on their own solo adventures.
June 23, 2021December 1, 2025 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
Nadine Arab's safety tips for female solo travelers

Traveling Solo as a Female: How to Stay Safe & Travel Confidently

Traveling alone can be intimidating at first, especially if you’re traveling solo as a female —it’s even considered taboo in many parts of the world. Aside from fears of feeling lonely or getting bored, safety remains the biggest concern. That’s why I’ve compiled a comprehensive list of safety tips that should help you on your […]

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June 6, 2021November 17, 2024 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
A close up at the architecture of one of the best hotels in Cairo, Marriott Zamalek.

Best Hotels in Cairo for All Solo Travelers

Has Egypt been on your travel bucket list for so long and you’re finally planning your grand trip? Then you’re probably making a stop in Cairo, to see the Great Pyramids of Giza (and more), and definitely wondering where to stay. To help you with your search for the best hotels in Cairo, I’ve compiled […]

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May 29, 2021January 15, 2025 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
A bungalow overlooking the salk lake at a hotel in Siwa

Taghaghien Island Resort: Popular Hotel in Siwa Reviewed

Planning your trip to Siwa in advance and wondering where to stay? I stayed at a hotel in Siwa called Taghaghien Island Resort when I went earlier this year for my first Travel With Curls en Route trip. I’ll be sharing with you my two cents about the resort just in case you’re considering it. […]

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April 13, 2021January 9, 2025 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
The Ramadan lanters

Ramadan in Egypt & Why It’s a Special Time to Visit

If your trip to Egypt coincides with Ramadan, then let me tell you, the vibes will not be the same. Spending Ramadan in Egypt is quite different from anywhere else in the world or the entire region. It’s very special and has its own charm, but that also means that your trip could be slightly […]

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March 16, 2021October 9, 2024 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment

Siwa Oasis, Egypt: A Paradise in the Western Desert

Siwa Oasis, Egypt is hands down one of the most underrated destinations in the country. To non-Egyptians, it’s most probably considered a hidden gem – after all, it’s a paradise hidden in the heart of the western desert. Even though it’s only 50 km away from the western border of Egypt, it’s definitely worth the […]

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March 4, 2021March 5, 2021 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
at Amr Ibn Al A'as mosque in Old Cairo

Why Travel Locally: 7 Reasons Staycations Are Amazing

International travel was brutally ruled out in 2020, not just threatening the entire travel industry but also flushing our travel dreams down the toilet. Not long after the lockdown was lifted though, local travel had become a trend worldwide. Sure, it was better than nothing, but have you asked yourself why it could actually be […]

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February 23, 2021January 19, 2025 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
the panoramic view of Cairo from the Cairo Tower

Cairo Tower: Where to Capture the City’s Best Nile Views

An often overlooked Egypt landmark is none other than the Cairo Tower. The prominent structure offers the finest panoramic views of the Egyptian capital. If you have some time when in Cairo, you should definitely make a stop at one of the city’s iconic neighborhoods, Zamalek, to enjoy the sunset from 187m up high, and […]

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February 2, 2021September 22, 2026 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
Giza Pyramids

Giza Pyramids Tour: A Local’s Ultimate Guide to the Ancient Wonder

How many of you have the Great Pyramids of Giza, or Egypt in general, on your travel bucket list? Visiting the only standing ancient wonder of the world has been a dream for many, thanks to history classes. And even though, as a native Egyptian, I always like letting people know that Egypt has much […]

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January 22, 2021January 26, 2021 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
Where to eat pizza in Cairo?

Pizza in Cairo: A Quest for the Most Authentic Margherita

The culinary experience in Egypt is truly incredible, but aside from traditional cuisine, the country boasts a wide selection of international restaurants. If you fancy Italian, American, Japanese, Chinese, Korean (and the list goes on), you’ll find it in Cairo. One dish that all foodies around the world have agreed on is pizza! So, if […]

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January 12, 2021July 17, 2026 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
how to make travel friends as a solo traveler

How to Make Friends While Traveling Solo – Tried & Tested Tips

One of the questions I get asked the most is: “How to make friends while traveling?” And I get it; feeling lonely is one of the things that most people find intimidating about solo travel. But what if I tell you that traveling alone does not necessarily mean being alone or feeling lonely? In fact, […]

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Nadine Arab

Nadine is an Egyptian curly-head who decided to quit the norm because it just doesn’t suit her. She ditched her 9-5 as a magazine editor to pursue her dream of becoming a full-time digital nomad and to inspire aspiring travelers to embark on their own solo adventures.

www.curlsenroute.com/

Recent Posts

  • Abu Dabbab Lodge: A Solo Traveler’s Take on This Popular Marsa Alam Hotel
  • Best Hotels in Marsa Alam for Adventurous Solo Travelers
  • Marsa Alam: The Ultimate Guide to Egypt’s Red Sea Gem
  • Cape Peninsula Route: The Ultimate Day Trip From Cape Town
  • Airport Transfers: How to Get to Your Accommodation Safely

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Girl math says if you can afford the new iPhone, y Girl math says if you can afford the new iPhone, you can afford your dream trip to Egypt.
Traveler math is realizing you already have a perfectly good iPhone, so obviously you need the trip instead.
If Egypt is on your bucket list, join the waitlist for my upcoming ebook on planning your own trip to Egypt (link in bio).
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Some travel experiences are expensive, but they’ll Some travel experiences are expensive, but they’ll keep you thinking about them years later.
These are some of the ones I don’t regret spending on. From once-in-a-lifetime experiences to things that were surprisingly affordable, plus how much I paid and how to book them.
Because “add this to your bucket list” is cute, but how much does it actually cost and where tf do I book it? are usually the more important questions.
Save this for your next adventure ✈️
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What you’ll see in my camera roll after a solo tri What you’ll see in my camera roll after a solo trip to Marsa Alam:
approximately 847 shades of blue, an unreasonable number of underwater photos, way too many tropical fish, and me questioning why I don’t live by the sea 🧜🏼‍♀️🫧🌊
If Marsa Alam has been on your list (or if you’ve never heard of it before), I just put together a full guide on the blog with everything you need to know to actually plan the trip. Where to go, how to get around, what to do, where to snorkel/dive, and all the practical stuff I wish I knew before going.
🔗 link in bio for the full read!
#curlsenroute
Not everything that happens in life makes it to th Not everything that happens in life makes it to the Instagram feed.
So here’s a very unfiltered collection of things that did not exactly go according to plan.
Some of these are funny. Some are embarrassing. Some are things I’m still very much processing. And some are things I’m not sure I’ll ever have a neat answer for.
Do I have everything figured out now? Absolutely fucking not.
But apparently you don’t need to have your shit together to keep going 🤷🏻‍♀️
#curlsenroute
Happy belated Ancient Egyptian New Year (Wepet Ren Happy belated Ancient Egyptian New Year (Wepet Renpet) 🇪🇬🎉
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A little late to the party (as ujjj), but I have a A little late to the party (as ujjj), but I have a very important question:
Who decided these things weren’t chic in the first place? 👀
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