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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.
May 19, 2020May 19, 2020 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
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Crossing Africa on Foot: About Mario Rigby’s Adventure

If you’re up to date to the world of adventures, you must have heard the name Mario Rigby before. Remember the guy who embarked on a journey to cross Africa on foot? Yes, that’s him! I’ve been following Rigby ever since his Crossing Africa adventure and I’ve been super fond of the whole experience, as […]

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May 15, 2020June 14, 2020 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
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The Future Travel Experience Post-Lockdown

With the Coronavirus outbreak hitting our 2020 travel plans hard, most people around the world are in nationwide lockdown. This did not just hurt the tourism industry, but it also left everyone wondering how it could impact the future travel experience. There’s no doubt that the future of travel is still unknown. No one knows […]

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May 9, 2020May 9, 2020 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
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Travel Story: Solo Traveling and Beyond With Sue Cockell

Even though becoming a full-time traveler or a digital nomad is now more common, but are still met with so much questioning and doubt. People would sometimes ruin your globetrotting dreams for you with many excuses, and they never run out of these. Be it that the nomadic lifestyle has an expiry date, or that […]

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May 4, 2020January 23, 2025 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
One of the Jebeliya tribesmen in the Saint Catherine desert.

Jebeliya: The Story of the South Sinai Ancient Tribe

The land of Egypt and its civilization may be ancient, dating back to more than 5,000 years ago; however, most of the population intermarried over the ages, bringing in a pool of genes, making Egyptians very diverse. A great example would be the ancient tribe of Jebeliya, residing in Saint Catherine, South Sinai. The Bedouins […]

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April 25, 2020May 16, 2020 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment

11 Post-Quarantine Travel Plans to Restore Your Wanderlust

With the current Coronavirus situation, putting many countries in nationwide lockdown and many others in quarantine, there’s no doubt that every single person in the world right now is dreaming of spending time outdoors. But when it comes to travelers, in particular, these wandering souls dream bigger. They’re dreaming of getting lost in foreign cities, […]

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April 13, 2020May 16, 2020 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
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Free Virtual Field Trips Around Egypt Every Day

Traveling had shown me that people fascinating about visiting the Great Pyramids of Giza and living the Indiana Jones dream of tomb raiding was no trend; it was true. Many travelers have Egypt on their bucket list and whenever people realize I’m Egyptian on my trips, the kind of comments I receive and the curiosity […]

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April 10, 2020May 16, 2020 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment

7 Things You Can Do When You Can’t Travel

Travel dreams have gone down the drain thanks to the global Coronavirus pandemic situation. This has left us all, travelers, feeling nothing but down. But in spite of all the negative vibes and the tedious quarantine hours, we can still bring positivity to our lives even if we can’t travel now. Here’s what you can […]

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April 7, 2020May 16, 2020 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
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Travel Virtually With These Fun Experiences From Your Couch

This quarantine is with no doubt bumming us all. Being stuck between our social responsibility of staying home and our itching travel bug is just so depressing. But what if I tell you that you can go places from the comfort of your own home? Yes, you guess it right; go on virtual reality tours! […]

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April 1, 2020January 10, 2022 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
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How Hiking Is Helping Me Overcome Fear of Heights

If you follow me on Instagram and constantly read my blog, you’d notice that I have a thing for adventure travel and that I’m inclined towards hiking, in particular. But what you don’t know is that even though I’ve been obsessed with hiking for the past few years, it also helps me overcome fear of […]

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March 20, 2020April 25, 2020 Nadine Arab Leave a Comment
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Wanderlust-Fueled Movies to Watch in Quarantine

In the wake of the Coronavirus situation, many people are canceling their dream trips, whether out of caution or borders being closed; let alone those unlucky ones stuck in quarantine. So, in hopes of flattening the pandemic curve, social distancing is being advised at the moment. It doesn’t have to be so boring though; you […]

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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.

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This is a funny story now, but I promise you, it w This is a funny story now, but I promise you, it wasn’t quite as funny when it was happening 🥲
At the time, I was genuinely overwhelmed, frustrated with myself, and struggling with the fact that my brain had managed to turn a fairly straightforward travel day into an Olympic-level obstacle course!
Here’s a journal entry from that night to give you a glimpse at my thoughts:
“Today is one of the very few days when I lowkey envy those who are medicated for their ADHD. It’s one of those days when I ‘feel’ like I sometimes hate my brain but refuse to say it out loud because I believe in the power of self-talk, and because I know I put in the work and that it’s not my fault.
Then there’s the inner self-loathing voice that says: ‘How do you simply forget you need to be at the airport 3 hours before your flight when you have 10+ years of experience?’
But I shut it up because deep down I know it’s not incompetence. It’s just that brains like my brain will tend to register a certain hour/number as important, and disregard everything else.”
I still have days when I find the way my brain works incredibly frustrating. And sometimes, even when you know better, it’s difficult not to be hard on yourself.
Anyway, all this has made me consider introducing a new character to my travel vlogs: this old, wise man who narrates my questionable decisions, judges my life choices, and generally says all the things my inner critic would say if he had a pension and a very posh accent.
Basically, my mean, judgemental subconscious has found a voice. And apparently, he’s British.
Should I make him a recurring character? 😂
Also, he needs a name. Please help me name this unnecessarily judgemental gentleman in the comments👴🏻
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They said stay safe, I heard try everything 🫡🇺🇬 I They said stay safe, I heard try everything 🫡🇺🇬
In the name of unhinged adventures and questionable decisions, Uganda content is now officially on the blog, and this is the first of many making its way to Instagram. 
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Egypt is so much more than pyramids and temples, a Egypt is so much more than pyramids and temples, and Marsa Alam is the perfect reminder.
Tucked along the Red Sea coast, this is one destination that deserves more love on your Egypt itinerary. And here’s why:
🌊 Those turquoise waters and pristine beaches:
Think crystal-clear water, gorgeous stretches of coastline, and beaches that make you want to cancel all your plans and stay a little longer. If your idea of a Red Sea escape involves swimming in ridiculously blue water, Marsa Alam definitely delivers.
🐢 The incredible marine life diversity
Whether you’re snorkeling straight from the shore or heading out on a boat trip, the underwater world here is a major reason to visit. Spinner dolphins, sea turtles, colorful coral reefs, and an incredible variety of marine life make it a dream for ocean lovers.
🔇It’s the perfect escape from Egypt’s busy cities:
Marsa Alam offers a slower pace, peaceful beach days, and time to reconnect with nature.
✨ Discovering a different side of Egypt
If you’re planning the classic Cairo–Luxor–Aswan route, consider adding a few days by the Red Sea to switch it up. Marsa Alam offers a completely different pace and perspective on Egypt, with nature, adventure, and time to slow down.
🌿 Eco-tourism isn’t just a buzzword here
One thing I appreciated about Marsa Alam is its connection to nature. With protected areas, wildlife experiences, and eco-conscious stays and operators, there’s a growing focus on experiencing the Red Sea while respecting the environment. Of course, responsible practices vary, so it’s worth choosing your excursions and operators carefully.
Planning your own trip? I’ve got Marsa Alam guides and solo travel tips on the blog to help you figure it all out.
🔗 Head to curlsenroute.com and explore my Marsa Alam guides!
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Solo female travel builds character. And apparentl Solo female travel builds character. And apparently, my character comes with a baseball bat.
P.S. The bat is for the plot, not a substitute for actual road-trip safety.
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@abudabbab_lodge you guys gotta give this anonymou @abudabbab_lodge you guys gotta give this anonymous housekeeping guy a raise! 
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From swimming with wild dolphins to spotting sea t From swimming with wild dolphins to spotting sea turtles and exploring some of the most beautiful corners of Egypt’s Red Sea coast, Marsa Alam has a way of turning a beach getaway into so much more!
And if you’re planning a solo trip, I’ve got all the Marsa Alam guides you need over on curlsenroute.com. 
***For more Egypt solo travel planning resources, get on the Egypt Unlocked waitlist via the link in my bio!
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