Egypt

Ask most people for their memories of Egypt and of course they’ll mention the mummies and Tutankhamen’s mask at the Cairo Museum, the tombs in The Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens or maybe even Nefertiti’s temple. These famous places in Egypt are definitely worth...

Most visitors who explore Egypt are likely to spend some time in Cairo, exploring its rich history that dates back over a thousand years. From the Pyramids of Giza to the famous bazaars, there's a lot to discover while exploring Cairo. Besides being the capital, this city along the...

Soon after the Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo opened, the Egyptian revolution took place (in January 2011) and business in Egypt ground to a halt. But now that things are a little more normal, this 191-room sleek contemporary temple to luxury is fast becoming a hotspot for well-to-do locals and...

Egypt's origins date back to centuries before BC and one of the compelling reasons to visit this African country is to see the reminders of the civilisation dating back all those years. Its pharaoh's built massive tombs that have fascinated archaeologists and historians for many years. The Nile, which...

Egypt occupies the northeast corner of Africa with its northern border the Mediterranean Sea. Its population exceeds 100 million, with many living in the cities of Cairo and Alexandria. Life revolves around the Nile that flows into the Mediterranean, having two sources: well to the south in the case...

An intriguing mix of traditional and new, Egypt is home to one of the world's oldest civilisations. The areas around the Nile River are steeped in ancient history. There are more than 100 pyramids of different shapes and sizes in Egypt. The tallest and most famous is the Great...