My recent trip to Egypt was filled with the usual traveler’s travails of crossing the street in Cairo without getting run over and doggedly pursuing my – and everyone’s – life dream of visiting the pyramids of Giza without allowing hundreds of swarming touts to ruin it. Egyptian history is filled with stories of much [...]

When backpacking, traveling in a group can be great fun. However, at times you may find it somewhat restrictive, and the idea of traveling along alone can start to seem more and more appealing. Many people find that the opportunities and adventure while traveling solo can be eye opening. In fact, in recent years it’s [...]