I’d been warned that the history of ancient Egypt was so vast and complex that it can be overwhelming for a first-time visitor, that Egypt is so unique that it feels like its own Planet, so that doing a spot of pre-reading would be useful to understand the pharonic timeline and the various dynasties. Undaunted, […]
Category Archives: North Africa & Middle East
Outstanding Oman in January
We have a new favourite Arabian country! It’s hard to imagine a country where you can experience in just one week a more diverse range of landscapes than Oman, the fastest growing tourist destination in the Middle East and yet one still under the radar for many Kiwi travellers. In our week of private touring […]
Journey through Jordan: From Ancient Ruins to Desert Dreams
Shalom from Tel Aviv! Relaxing at the Hilton, looking out over the beaches, though it felt a cool 31°C compared to previous days scorching 41°C at the Dead Sea in Jordan (my phone insisted it felt more like 46°C!). Jordan was amazing. In just 6 days, we covered a lot, from Jerash in the North […]
Unforgettable Adventures in Morocco: A Journey Through Sand, History, and Flavour
I have so many great memories from my time exploring Morocco, that it’s hard to pick just one favourite! From camel trekking through the Sahara Desert at sunset and sleeping under the starry desert skies to getting lost in the maze-like alleys of the Medinas and overlooking the Tanneries of Fez, Morocco is full of […]