How to Enjoy the Abu Simbel Sun Festival in Egypt, Without the Crowds
The Sun Festival is a special time to visit the temples at Abu Simbel, and if you time it right, you can see this unique phenomenon without the crowds. Here’s how.
North Africa
Sudan, in the Company of Men
When the welcome committee is all men, all the time, cycling solo as a woman in conservative and friendly Sudan gets … complex.
14 Fascinating Places to Visit in Sudan
Sudan is a well-kept secret among adventurous travelers. Here are the best places to visit and things to do in Sudan for history lovers, cultural travelers, and backpackers.
How to Explore Luxor’s West Bank by Bicycle
If you’re visiting Egypt and enjoy exploring at your own pace, visiting Luxor’s west bank by bicycle should be on your list. Here’s how to do it.
Cycling Egypt: Luxor to Abu Simbel – Route Notes and Tips
In February 2020 I cycled from Luxor to Abu Simbel in Egypt, and then on to Sudan. Here’s an overview of my route and some tips for other bicycle travelers wanting to cycle in Egypt.
Cycling Sudan: Route, Map, and Tips
In early 2020 I rode my bicycle through northern Sudan. Here are route notes, tips, and pictures from a challenging and rewarding journey.
