Hidden Gems
Howard’s Way
Guest expert Wendy Gomersall visited Egypt, and the home of world-renowned archaeologist Howard Carter – the man who uncovered the tomb of the boy king Tutankhamen back in 1922. Imagine it – after years and years spent rummaging around in … Continue reading
Jordan: what to expect
By Matthew Teller Sunshine. That’s one big thing to expect in Jordan. But there’s a few others, too. You could expect a completely unique afternoon in a totally unvisited low-income neighbourhood of East Amman hanging out with local kids, having … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Culture, Group Travel, Jordan, Wadi Rum
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Guest post: Things to do in Madaba, Jordan.
Travel blogger Adam Groffman returns with more from the Kingdom of Jordan. The mosaic city of Madaba is most famous for its 6th century map of the Middle East, but Madaba is actually a surprisingly interesting city worth more than … Continue reading
Paying tribute to the heroes of El Alamein, Egypt
El Alamein in Egypt is an area known for its Commonwealth Cemetery and War Museum, as it was an area which saw heavy fighting during the Second World War. Many brave young men lost their lives here or in the … Continue reading
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Tagged ANZAC Day, Egypt, Group Travel, History
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Taking in the view from Mount Nebo, Jordan
Adam Groffman is a well-known travel blogger who travelled with us to Jordan over December after winning last year’s XMAS Competition. Here he takes in the view from Mount Nebo and discovers a little more about the area’s history. Read … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Group Travel, History, Jordan
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Where is the best spot to view the Suez Canal?
The 163km channel, first opened in 1869, connects the Mediterranean with the Red Sea and is one of the world’s most significant waterways. Approximately 50 ships pass through the canal each day taking between 11 and 16 hours to pass. … Continue reading
Back to basics with the Berbers: the migration of the Berbers in Morocco
Ditch the iPhone, the laptop and all those other technological crutches of yours, and get back to nature. Getting a glimpse of how different societies operate can be challenging, but it’s exhilarating to let go of your creature comforts. Migrating with the Berbers … Continue reading
The incredible architecture of Chand Baori, Rajasthan
Chand Baori in Abhaneri village is one of India’s often-overlooked landmarks, but it’s proximity to Jaipur makes it really easy to visit. The largest and deepest step well in the world, Chand Baori was constructed in the 9th Century by … Continue reading
Bollywood dancing: embracing India’s colourful heritage
Music, dancing and folklore are a huge part of the traditional Indian way of life. Modern Bollywood-style dancing and music have a lot to thank their forebears for. Before it really made its mark on the international film scene with … Continue reading
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Tagged Culture, Group Travel, History, India, Music and Travel
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The stunning natural beauty of Jiuzhaigou
Jiuzhaigou is a stunningly scenic region in the north of the Sichuan Province in China. The name ‘Jiuzhaigou’ literally means ‘Valley of nine villages’, and features nine ancient Tibetan villages where life carries on in much the same way as it always … Continue reading
