Siwa Part 2
(Siwan desert safari guides on a prayer break) It was the summer of 2002 and I was a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree, a
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Malaika Linens Tour
(The Paint Room at Malaika Linens) Do you ever find that you feel better spending money if you know you are supporting a good cause?
Lamar Farm Tour
(Having a blast on the Lamar Farm tour) Egypt has the best breakfast foods. Waffles? No thanks. Poached egg? Pass. But fuul, ta’amiyya, baladi bread,
Dahab Island
(Dahab Island Murals) If you noticed a running theme in the last few posts, congratulate yourself. You are very observant! Yes, I have felt the
Nile Ferry
The district of Badrashin on the western side of the Nile is chock full of fabulous places to visit. I’ve written about a few of
Nile Felucca
You know what they say about drinking from the Nile. No, not the bit about bilharzia. The other thing. What they say is that no
Al Azhar Park
Have you ever heard of al-Azhar – either the university or the religious institution? Whether you are planning your first trip to Egypt or have
Maison 69
My kids might tell you I am happiest when I am sweating in an overly full minibus hurtling through the desert on the way to
Anafora
It’s true: I have a bit of a reputation. My friends (even local ones) know they can ask me where to go and how to
Downtown Cairo
It seems like most people I know – including Egyptians – only go downtown to visit the Cairo Museum or to renew a driver’s license
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Hilary "Jamila" Ayer
A long-term resident of Cairo, Hilary works as an Arabic translator, guide, and educator, homeschools her four children, and is basically bonkers over Egypt
Hilary "Jamila" Ayer
A long-term resident of Cairo, Hilary works as an Arabic translator, guide, and educator, homeschools her four children, and is basically bonkers over Egypt
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