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Damascus of the North

Damascus of the North

With a population of just over 300,000 people, Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina, has been described by different writers as…
A Siwan sojourn

A Siwan sojourn

Many years ago, my wife and I strapped on our backpacks and set off for a trip around the world.…
Zad el-Mosafer is worth more than the treasures of Qaroun

Zad el-Mosafer is worth more than the treasures of Qaroun

Abdo Gobair is taking it easy. He can afford to: he has already corrected one set of proofs of his…
Greek Wedding

Greek Wedding

I recently found myself fortunate enough to be invited by a friend to her wedding in Greece. With little time…
Rome on a plate

Rome on a plate

It’s no secret that while there’s much to see in Rome, there’s far more to eat. For the herds of…
Off the beaten track

Off the beaten track

Traditional boat builders, fish and Napoleon all make up for a great trip.
Serene white beaches

Serene white beaches

For piastre-pinching holidaymakers, Nuweiba offers the ideal getaway.
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