Now that Egypt is opening up for both local and international travelers, you might be considering a new adventure to feed your wanderlust. Whether you’re an Egyptian who’d would rather resume traveling domestically first or you’re a tourist who decided to take a leap of faith and visit our beautiful land this year, I can […]
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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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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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Old Cairo is often overlooked whenever travelers come to visit the ancient land of Egypt. People care to visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and other sites like Khan El Khalili and tend to miss things like the historic Old Cairo Tour and the Saladin Citadel. As you all probably know, Curls en Route turned […]
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Each and every traveler has a favorite destination. For me, Italy and Bali definitely come on top, but when it comes to a place that really has a special place in my heart, it’s definitely South Sinai! It has nothing to do with being Egyptian, but I personally consider South Sinai a second home and […]
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Let me take you on a virtual trip to one of my all time favorite places in the world, the ancient land of Nubia, Egypt! After all, that was my very first solo destination, so it surely has a special place in my heart. To Egyptians and tourists alike, the Luxor and Aswan iconic trip […]
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Beautiful Nubia, my very first solo destination, is one of Egypt’s hidden gems you really shouldn’t be missing. It’s where you get to marvel at nature’s finest scenery, get to know a vibrant culture, and enjoy peace of mind. Rich in all of that, the region, that stretches from Aswan, Egypt to Khartoum, Sudan, is […]
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In the heart of the golden desert of Egypt’s South Sinai lies the majestic Mount Sinai. Also known as “Jebel Moussa” in Arabic, the mountain has a holy status that makes the site a must-visit. That, paired with the impeccable views seen throughout the trail, easily qualify the Mount Sinai hike, to your Egypt bucket […]
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As my homeland, Egypt, might be best known for its ancient Egyptian history, it’s not all about Pyramids and temples. The capital city of Cairo alone is an open museum that has all the eras and stages the country has gone through on display. Be it, the ancient Egyptian, the Fatimid Caliphate, the Ottoman Empire, […]
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There are many places to visit in Egypt that’ll satisfy every single interest out there. The ancient country has almost everything to offer, ranging between sightseeing, religious tourism, leisure, adventure travel, and more. As a traveler, Cairo will mostly be a sightseeing spot for you; you’d never have enough time to explore it all, let’s […]
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