Photo of the Week: Krishna Mandir on Krishna Janmashtami, Patan, Nepal
Two 16th-century monuments of the Durbar Square of Patan on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami (the birth anniversary of Krishna), when thousands of pilgrims and devotees pay homage at a temple.
Photo of the Week: Boats Bob in the Waters of Melissani Lake, Kefalonia, Greece
Melissani Lake is a pool of still water in a natural cave. Given the breathtaking beauty of the caves, they have always been an ideal site for rites associated with the divine.
Photo of the Week: Mt Yasur Eruption, Tanna Island, Vanuatu
Mt Yasur is the most accessible live volcano in the world, with eruptions every five to ten minutes. The 15-minute trek to the crater increases the prospects of a shortened life, but that’s why thousands make it.
Photo of the Week: Cheetahs Posing, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Two cheetahs standing ready and vigilant in the rays of another remarkable day at the Selous Game Reserve, the largest ‘unscathed’ game reserve in Tanzania and a UNESCO-recognised World Heritage Site.
Photo of the Week: Fire-Knife Dancing in Samoa
Siva Afi, or fire-knife dancing, is one of the most exhilarating aspects of Samoan festivities. Although a traditional pre-war ritual that was used to psych up Samoan warrior, it is today a demonstration of agility.
Photo of the Week: Beautiful Waters of the Bocas Islands, Panama
There is a unique vibe about the Bocas del Toro archipelago in far west Panama, the true gateway to the country for overlanders from Costa Rice. It's a bohemian calypso feel that even the hardest at heart will enjoy.
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Responsible travel is catching on quickly in Egypt, and with the majority of the population crammed into a mere 5% of the territory, it has a room to grow. Ecotourism is focused in Egypt’s three deserts, complete with indigenous tribes and mysterious oases, as well as 28 protected natural areas.
DESTINATIONS WE COVER IN EGYPT
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The Joys of Sustainable Travel
As many parts of our world become more and more accessible, so too does the importance of traveling and exploring in a way that respects local cultures and environments. Unfortunately, some travelers think “sustainable travel” is about limited options, but there are many more fun activities and options available. Here are a few.
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When Planning a Nile Cruise in Egypt, Think About Your Eco-friendly Options
There are many ways to cruise the Nile in Egypt and around 200 pleasure vessels operate on the famous river at any one time. Among these are traditional wooden sailboats like feluccas and the slightly larger dahabeahs. Offering quieter and more serene trips, these non-motorised vessels are also kinder to the environment.
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Top 10 Things to Do in Cairo, Egypt
Meaning “the victorious city,” Cairo is the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa, populated by more than 18 million people. Filling both banks of the Nile River in the north of the country, Cairo has been home to numerous Egyptian civilisations as far back as 6,000 years and is only a short distance from the world-famous pyramids of Giza. First time in Cairo? Here’s a list of the Top 10 things to do.
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- Cairo
- Ein Sokhna
- Hurghada
- Luxor - Aswan
- Marsa Alam
- Port Said
- Safaga
- Sharm El Sheikh
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