Egypt

Suez Canal Visions in Port Said – Egypt

For me, the Suez Canal evokes memories of childhood. Not that I was there - but visions of long-gone Victorian relatives who passed this way 100+ years ago on their passage to NZ.

El Qasr – Egypt’s Enchanting Oasis

El Qasr has a desert oasis fairytale feel to it. Built in the 12th century in an Islamic style on the ruins of a Roman settlement, it sits amid the Dakhla Oasis in Western Egypt.

Ghostly Calm at Saqqara – Egypt’s First Pyramid

Dominating the plain of Saqqara is King Djoser's step pyramid. It's a place you can ponder the ancient past in silence and get away from excessive tourism.

Beauty of Hathor – Amid the Temple of the ‘Lady of Drunkenness’

Hathor is a goddess of many things within the ancient Egyptian story. To visit this amazingly preserved temple at Dendara, alone, is wondrous.

Snorkeling Dahab’s Blue Hole – Egypt

I'm no diver and not much of a swimmer - but if you're like me, have courage and follow this advice for sately snorkeling the Blue Hole in Dahab, Egypt.

Surreal Sculptures in Egypt’s White Desert

Traveling to the amazing wind-sculpted formations for an overnight stay in the White Desert of Egypt is best done from Bawiti (Bahariya oasis), rather than in Cairo.

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Jaded Traveler Blues in Cairo – Egypt

Sometimes travel is not always that great. Musings at the end of a trip, broke and confused, amid the woes of an awful hostel dorm.

Luxor – Modern Beast Amid An Ancient Beauty

Luxor can be painful beyond the ancient beauty - scammers, hawkers, gigolos and inflated prices. But it doesn't have to ruin your trip - try these tips!

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Hiking Mount Sinai Alone (Egypt)

Travel advice & pics for backpackers hiking Mount Sinai in Egypt. Consider climbing during the day, allowing 3 hours - with plenty of rest and photo ops.

Suez Canal Visions in Port Said – Egypt

El Qasr – Egypt’s Enchanting Oasis

Ghostly Calm at Saqqara – Egypt’s First Pyramid

Beauty of Hathor – Amid the Temple of the ‘Lady of Drunkenness’

Snorkeling Dahab’s Blue Hole – Egypt

Surreal Sculptures in Egypt’s White Desert

Jaded Traveler Blues in Cairo – Egypt

Luxor – Modern Beast Amid An Ancient Beauty

Hiking Mount Sinai Alone (Egypt)

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