Life & Style
Marassi’s Turquaz making waves on the North Coast
July 14, 2011
Marassi’s Turquaz making waves on the North Coast
Turquaz Beach Club opened its doors to party and fun lovers last week on the north coast. A party launching…
The Sexual Harassment File: Foreign women in Egypt and harassment
July 13, 2011
The Sexual Harassment File: Foreign women in Egypt and harassment
"An entire book" could be written about the experiences of female travelers in Egypt, according to Lonely Planet. "Most of…
The Sexual Harassment File: Men overlooked
July 13, 2011
The Sexual Harassment File: Men overlooked
With the issue of sexual harassment of women in Egypt garnering much public attention and debate, stories of men facing…
Matam Al-Khartoum: A Sudanese outpost downtown
July 11, 2011
Matam Al-Khartoum: A Sudanese outpost downtown
Sudan may have now broken into South Sudan and Sudan but in Cairo, among the Sudanese here, you’d never believe…
Backpacking is safe fun, if you follow the rules
July 10, 2011
Backpacking is safe fun, if you follow the rules
Summer’s started, the sun is shining in many corners of the world, and a feeling for escape follows you from…
Streets of Cairo: Darb al-Barabra
July 10, 2011
Streets of Cairo: Darb al-Barabra
A refreshing change from the shops the average bride in Egypt visits, Darb al-Barabra offers brides willing to dig deep…
Family Friday: Kallila and Dimna summer program
July 8, 2011
Family Friday: Kallila and Dimna summer program
Combining fun and learning during the summer has always been a challenge for Egyptian families, who may often spend weeks…
Wakeboarding takes off on the north coast
July 7, 2011
Wakeboarding takes off on the north coast
Wakeboarding has become a growing water sport among Egypt's upper crust in recent years, and with a large number of…
Protect children from common summer illnesses
July 7, 2011
Protect children from common summer illnesses
As summer rolls around again, it’s time for children to hit the beach and enjoy the sunny weather or plunge…
The Sexual Harassment File: Coping mechanisms
July 6, 2011
The Sexual Harassment File: Coping mechanisms
For women in Egypt, walking down the street is not just about avoiding the reckless microbuses or being fast enough…