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King Khufu’s 4,500-year-old solar boat transferred to Egypt’s Grand New Museum

By Sherif Khalil on Sep 04, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany

The Grand Egyptian Museum is set to open in 2021 and, according to its website, it will be one of the world’s “biggest, most modern, and most famous museums.” It is also expected to attract roughly 15,000 visitors per day, which is three times the current number of visits to the Tahrir Square museum. The […]

What to eat in Egypt?

By Sherif Khalil on Aug 09, 2021 in Africa, Bars, Clubs, Egypt, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

When you’re traveling to Egypt, it’s common to be blown away by the beauty and wonders of this extraordinary country, and forgetting that the food culture is indeed unique and worth exploring. In terms of what to expect, traditional foods in Egypt include lamb, beef, and fish, and a variety of recipes contain rice and […]

The excavation of historical antiquities submerged under Alexandria waters

By Sherif Khalil on Jul 06, 2021 in Africa, Egypt, Regions

Egypt is probably the most extravagant country when it comes to historical antiquities and valuable artifacts. Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has been focused on excavating and finding hidden gems in a few areas across the country, as well as returning pieces back to their country. Recently, Alexandria University launched a project called Underwater […]

The 5 top attractions of Alexandria – “The Pearl of the Mediterranean”

By Sherif Khalil on Jun 05, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Alexandria is Egypt’s second-largest city with a population of about four million. It is the largest city in the Mediterranean and is known as “The Pearl of the Mediterranean”. It stayed the capital of Egypt for nearly 1,000 years and was massively prosperous because of its essential trading area between the Mediterranean and the Red […]

Egypt amazes the world with new discoveries and renovations

By Sherif Khalil on May 07, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

The ancient Egyptian civilization began 5,000 years ago when people started building villages next to the River Nile in northeast Africa. It lasted for around 3,000 years, and it continues to surprise the world with its new discoveries and renovations to this day. Researchers and archaeologists still discover fascinating facts, ancient tombs, mummies, and remains […]

22 royal mummies transfer from Egyptian Museum to NMEC

By Sherif Khalil on Apr 01, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has reported that 22 royal mummies will be transferred in a wonderful parade from their present location in the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square to their new permanent place in Fustat’s National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, which is located near the Babylon Fortress and overlooks Ain Al Sira in […]

10 must-visit places and activities in Egypt’s Marsa Alam

By Sherif Khalil on Mar 03, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Marsa Alam is located in Egypt on the western coast of the Red Sea about 300 km south of the second scuba diving destination in Egypt, Hurghada. It’s known for its beautiful sandy beach and excellent scuba diving spots. Marsa Alam has become a premium tourist destination, especially for scuba divers as its sea is […]

10 must-visit attractions in Faiyum, Egypt

By Sherif Khalil on Feb 03, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Faiyum is one of the most beautiful cities in Egypt, located 100 kilometers southwest of Cairo. The name is spelled in a variety of ways, and it can also often refer to Faiyum Oasis which is actually just the capital of the governorate. From history and culture to fun and beauty, it’s very difficult for […]

21 countries to visit in 2021

By Paul Johnson on Feb 01, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Bermuda, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Denmark, Egypt, Europe, Featured, Health & Safety, Israel, Italy, Japan, Maldives, Middle East, Netherlands, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, Singapore, South America, Tanzania, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide

Following 2020, the year of staying at home, most of us are now yearning to travel again. As we bide our time through the darker winter months while vaccines are being rolled out, more people than ever are looking forward to travelling once more, whenever that may be. With so much culture and so many […]

5 colourful destinations to brighten your day

By Kerry Golds on Jan 18, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Egypt, India, Japan, Jordan, Middle East, Regions

These five corners of the planet captivate with their beautiful hues, from cherry-blossom pink to jungle green. When you picture your perfect holiday destination, which colours spring to mind? Do you imagine emerald forests, azure oceans, golden sands? Colour can have such a profound impact on the character of a place and its attraction to […]

Top 8 must-see attractions in Luxor

By Sherif Khalil on Jan 06, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Luxor is a famous tourist location in Egypt, known for its oldest and most ancient Egyptian sites. If you ever decide to visit Upper Egypt and discover Luxor and Aswan, we have curated a list of the places you cannot miss when you are in the beautiful and ancient city of Luxor. Even though the […]

Another 100 coffins discovered at Saqqara Necropolis

By Sherif Khalil on Dec 07, 2020 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Saqqara Necropolis has not failed to surprise us more than once with many concealed secrets. One hundred coffins that are intact, sealed and painted have been unveiled inside three newly discovered burial shafts of 10 to 12 meters deep, dug more than 2,500 years ago. The Saqqara Necropolis has kept hidden for all these centuries […]

3 museums opening simultaneously in Egypt

By Sherif Khalil on Nov 07, 2020 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Even though the pandemic has slowed down any plans for travel, this has not stopped the construction and renovation work of three glorious museums in Egypt. If you’re already enthusiastic about planning a trip to Egypt and learning all about the amazing history it has to offer, now is the perfect time to book your […]

9 attractions not to miss in Alexandria

By Sherif Khalil on Oct 10, 2020 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Alexandria is the second largest city in Egypt and is considered a major economic center. With the lighthouse which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, it’s one of the most history-filled cities, also home to many Greco-Roman landmarks. When planning your next trip to Egypt, make sure […]

Archaeologists’ 2,500-year-old coffins discovery

By Sherif Khalil on Sep 30, 2020 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Ancient Egypt was the preeminent civilization in the Mediterranean world. Monuments and artifacts recovered by archaeologists are the main source of information about all of Ancient Egypt. It’s no wonder that we are yet to discover the secrets and mysteries of Ancient Egypt, and this discovery is surely the one of many yet to come. […]

Egypt’s revived Bibliotheca Alexandrina

By Sherif Khalil on Aug 26, 2020 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

As you may or may not know, the Library of Alexandria is a major library in Egypt and is a cultural center located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Bibliotheca Alexandrina was built in 2002 and is a revival of the Ancient Library of Alexandria. Construction on the new library began in 1995 and […]

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