4 Days in Cairo & Giza: My Itinerary

Four days in Cairo and Giza, from narrow passages inside the Great Pyramid and colorful tomb reliefs to Tutankhamun’s treasures, dinner by the Nile and a search for Nefertiti at Khan el-Khalili.

Four days in Cairo and Giza, from narrow passages inside the Great Pyramid and colorful tomb reliefs to Tutankhamun’s treasures, dinner by the Nile and a search for Nefertiti at Khan el-Khalili.

From Ireland’s Samhain celebrations to a blacksmith who tricked the Devil, discover the tales behind Halloween masks, wandering spirits and the first jack-o’-lanterns.

The days may be getting shorter, but Vienna has an answer: light installations, music from balconies, evening concerts, and the first Christmas markets.

Four days in Cairo and Giza, from morning coffee overlooking the pyramids to ancient tombs, museum treasures and more shopping than my suitcase could handle.

An evening in the Eastern Desert, from sunset and stargazing to the ancient Egyptian beliefs about the sky.

From Red Sea snorkeling and desert stargazing to local markets, boat trips, and relaxing beach days.

From an €11 weekend in Mallorca to three solo trips to Morocco — practical lessons on planning, staying safe, meeting people and enjoying your freedom.

From the lively bazaars of El Dahar to coral reefs and star-filled desert skies, Hurghada has plenty to explore between beach days.

Opening dates, locations, and how to get there by public transport.

Dates, tickets, cinemas, and what to watch.