Sitting on a camel for the first time was surprisingly nerve-racking. I mounted the camel when it was lying down, and I didn’t realize just how tall they are! It shot upright and wobbled to a stand – I needed … Continue reading
Chaotic Cairo keeps a mass of experiences coming at me thick and fast – I leap from one time to another in this intense jumble of ancient and new. My guide for the next 10 days in Egypt is Sherif. … Continue reading
Triumphs 1. Croatia Croatia is the jewel of the Adriatic and it was evident everywhere I looked. Swimming in the still blue waters, relaxing on deck or grabbing a bit of shut eye – it was relaxing in paradise at … Continue reading
An array of lights twinkled over spice shops and stores. Rainbows of colourful scarves and beaded necklaces lined the streets, while glass and tin lanterns gently sprinkled the darkness with hues of red, yellow, green and blue. Ramadan, the most … Continue reading
So far during my time in Egypt, I have had mixed experiences with Egyptian people. My first experience was when I got out of the taxi at my hotel, and a porter practically ripped my luggage from my hands even … Continue reading
The Vintage Postcard 