Although dog ownership in Egypt has been rising in the last 15 years, taking your dog out and about in Cairo can be a real challenge. There are many stray dogs in Cairo’s streets, unfortunately, and they can get very territorial. So, unless you live in a gated community, even walking your dog is not […]
Category: Guides
Here you will find my family friendly guides and travel inspiration. Some posts list activities or recipes, while others are reviews of books or restaurants.
11 Summer Camps in Cairo
School is out in Cairo, Egypt. Many parents like me struggle to keep their kids entertained during the summer holidays. So, I put together some recommendations for summer camps in Cairo based on my experience with my teenage daughter. Moreover, I used feedback from other parents and reviews on social media. Summer Camps in Cairo […]
My Favourite Souvenirs to Buy from Egypt
You finally spend a family holiday in Egypt with its beaches, deserts, museums and oases. Now you want to find something that captures your memories of this chaotic but beautiful country. Of course, you could always buy the stuff tourists typically pick up like fridge magnets, paperweights or T-shirts. However, if you really want to […]
21 Must-Have Apps Before Visiting Egypt
You probably have at least 20 apps on your phone. There are the apps that you use on a daily basis such as maps, news and weather forecasts. You got your apps for entertainment, sports and games. I am guessing you also use a lot of travel apps to plan and prepare for your family […]
7 Travel Packing Hacks for Families
I love making lists – shopping lists, to-do lists, checklists! Packing for a holiday can be an overwhelming task, especially if you are traveling as a family. To make life easier, I have a holiday packing list on my phone that I update depending on the family holiday we are taking. Of course, my packing […]
Family Trip to the Pyramids of Giza
Giza, the next-door neighbour of Cairo the capital city of Egypt, is home to the infamous Pyramids of Giza. The Giza plateau boasts a complex of pyramids, temples, solar boat pits and cemeteries that are 5,000 years old and counting. Some facts about the Pyramids of Giza The Great Pyramids of Giza were built by […]
Your Ultimate Guide to a Family Holiday in Egypt
We have an Egyptian saying that goes “once you drink from the Nile River, you must return again”. Thank goodness Egypt has lots of amazing destinations for family holidays so you can keep coming back to experience Egypt. Whatever holiday you plan, here is everything you need to know before your holiday in Egypt. If […]
