Despite facing competition from Europe and the Global South, often deemed the world’s main tourist playgrounds, the Middle East is surging in popularity among travelers right now, with a growing number of them picking the sunny spot for their vacations instead. Though the likes of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar …

Bali is known as a paradise for travelers looking to enjoy laid-back island life. For decades, tourists, surfers, digital nomads, and backpackers alike have flocked to the Indonesian island. But the long-time favorite has some competition from an unlikely newcomer. Along the untouched coastline of Egypt’s Sinai peninsula lies a sleepy town that most travelers …

When it comes to tourism, 2023 is expected to be a big year for Egypt. The country has already welcomed over 7 million tourists into the country, and it shows no sign of slowing down, as this number is expected to hit 15 million by the end of 2023. This is a drastic increase from …

Africa may not be the first continent that comes to mind when we’re talking digital nomad hotspots. It has a reputation for being underdeveloped, at least among a majority of Americans, and also has more restrictive visa requirements adopted by several African nations — it is currently the least-open continent to U.S. passport holders. These …

Cairo and the region surrounding it are on many bucket lists because of its rich culture, monumental sites, and ancient history. While the city itself is hectic, hot, and an assault on the senses, there are incredible things to discover around every corner. The food, religious sites, and ancient streets draw a constant stream of …

Egypt is experiencing record growth as a tourist destination in the post-pandemic scene, with flight bookings skyrocketing and demand for package holidays close to surpassing 2019 figures. With this in mind, it’s fair to say the North African nation is one of the trendiest destinations right now. But why are tourists, in particular those coming …

There is exciting news out of Egypt for travelers looking to stay long-term. Certain tourists will now be able to receive a 5-year visa at a very affordable cost.  In times of an ever-evolving landscape of work requirements, remote workers will be first in line to apply for this new visa program. Aimed at boosting …

Falling ill while on vacation has got to be one of the biggest concerns of Americans flying abroad, especially now in this post-pandemic context we’re living in. Spending your hard-earned yearly break sick in a hospital bed, in a foreign country where you’re unsure whether doctors can be trusted, and you may not be able …

The latest to raise its prominence and sharpen its image as a more welcoming destination for travelers in 2023, is Egypt. The FIFA World Cup may have shined a spotlight on Qatar as premium travel destination, but now neighboring countries have been investing in their tourist industry to capitalize on this new wave of tourists …

2022 is coming to a close, and while it may always be remembered for the dropping of travel restrictions, all eyes are already on 2023 as the first official, full post-pandemic year. Options keep widening for Americans as more countries reopen, but there are four destinations in particular that deserve a spot on your bucket …

Egypt finally announced to the world on Thursday that it is removing all COVID-related entry restrictions for all travelers, regardless of citizenship status. The update in policy did not say when the decision will go into effect. With today’s decision, Egypt joins dozens of other countries in lifting covid restrictions on travelers as infections fall …

Besides the usual bureaucracy involved with traveling abroad, such as checking passport validity and visa requirements, vacationing during Covid comes with its own set of challenges. From strict testing regimes to proof of vaccination status, travelers have had to comply with extremely complex rules when visiting other countries. Fortunately, now that the global community is …