Is Egypt worth visiting? Here’s my completely honest opinion, after visiting Egypt four times. Ancient pyramids rising sharply up into the sky, city centres brimming with a cacophony of horns, Red Sea beaches and the River Nile splitting the country in two; Egypt’s long been known as a traveller’s paradise. But while Egypt has a […]
Category Archives: Africa
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If you’re planning a trip to West Africa, this Senegal travel guide is for you! Senegal is by no means among Africa’s most visited countries, but it’s been making strides on the tourist scene in recent years. In this West African nation, baobabs dot the landscape as majestic river deltas part the land. Wildlife reserves, […]
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Is Algeria safe to visit? I’m going to go into this all in my guide! Sitting in the heart of North Africa – and the continent’s largest country – Algeria remains relatively undiscovered by tourist crowds outside of Africa and the Middle East. The country’s been through ups and downs, including a brutal fight with […]
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Wondering how to get to Ngor Island in Dakar, Senegal? I visited it on my recent trip to Dakar – here’s all you need to know. From Dakar’s Ngor Beach, you can see Ngor Island in detail. The tropical island sits around a kilometre from the mainland; so reaching it should be effortless, right? Right! […]
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What is Tunisia known for? While Tunisia’s not the most visited country in North Africa, I firmly believe that it’s somewhere that should be on your “to visit” list. But when deciding whether to visit, or planning a trip, it’s a good idea to do some research into what makes Tunisia famous. This will help […]
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A glittering coastline spanning most of the country, desert inland, ancient UNESCO sites and delectable local food – yes, Tunisia’s worth visiting! In fact, I think this North African country’s a real gem – and if you enjoy exploring this part of the world, you shouldn’t miss it. Tunisia’s easy to reach from Europe, it […]
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Is Tunisia safe for travel? We’ll go into it in this article! It may be the smallest country in North Africa, but Tunisia’s packed with UNESCO World Heritage Sites and thousands of years of history. Not to mention the beaches – Tunisia boasts a stunning Mediterranean coastline, and that coupled with warm weather and cheaper […]
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Sitting on Egypt’s Red Sea, Hurghada’s a popular coastal resort for diving and beach holidays. But is it safe to travel to Hurghada? What’s it like for families or solo travellers? I recently visited Hurghada, and here’s my thoughts on its safety based on my personal experience. Is Hurghada safe? Yes, I would deem Hurghada […]
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Cairo is a lot of things. Hot, dusty, noisy, overwhelming… but is it safe? Generally, while there’s a lot going on in the city, it’s a safe place for travel. However, there’s plenty to be mindful of, especially if you’re visiting as a solo female traveller. I’ve visited Cairo twice; once when I was a […]
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Are you looking for a two days in Tunis itinerary? Look no further – I recently collaborated with the tourism board in Tunis to create a fantastic, action-packed itinerary for travellers to the city. The sprawling, historic city of Tunis isn’t as well-known as other North African metropolises like Marrakech and Cairo, but it’s incredibly […]