Africa

Egypt – Siwa Oasis

Siwa Oasis is nestled in the vast and barren Sahara Desert in Egypt. Located approximately 50 kilometers east of the Libyan border, Siwa Oasis is a haven of lush palm groves, crystal-clear freshwater springs, and picturesque salt lakes. Siwa Oasis has a long and illustrious history that dates back thousands of years. It was once home to the ancient Berber…

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Egypt – Luxor

There are several ways to get to Luxor from Aswan. You can go by boat, either on a cruise on a large cruise ship or sailing on a felucca. Many day tours run from Aswan to Luxor. There are temples and other interesting sights to see along the way. Some minibusses travel between the two cities, but we have been…

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Egypt- Cairo and Aswan

Our trip to Egypt is our first trip to Africa! We took a 7 a.m. flight from Dubai to Cairo with a layover in Jordan. Early flights are usually the best deals. We got into the airport lounge in Dubai and Jordan. Having a credit card that gives us airport lounge access is great! Traveling in Egypt is tiring. We…

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