Where to Stay in Cairo for Local Life
A comprehensive guide on where to stay in Cairo, with a detailed neighborhood guide and photos.
The Best Egyptian Arabic Language Books to Buy
I love a wall of language textbooks. They make me feel good, even if I haven’t read them all. In fact, 90% of the books I’ve retained over the years have been language books[1]. On my last visit to a physical bookstore (in Portland, Oregon), I bought three books, all about Persian. Jo bought one…
Sandstorms, Travelling as a Woman in Cairo, Photography and being asked “What’s Your Religion”
This is an archive of our letter sent to our subscribers dated 14 Jan 2019.
13 Things Nobody Told Us About Living in Cairo
Get a mobile sim. Don’t worry if the apartments look crazy on the outside, they’re fine on the inside. And stay on the doorman’s good side.
Why Learn Egyptian Arabic?
Why learn an arabic dialect vs MSA, and why learn Egyptian Arabic vs other dialects of Arabic.
The Best Adventure Travel Camera — Buyers Guide and Review
After a lot of research, testing and use, we’ve concluded that the Sony RX10 is the best adventure camera for photographers like us who want every feature of a larger SLR without any lens switching. Many people ask us, after seeing Jo’s Instagram (@shesatrailblazer) what camera we use. The decision to buy a Sony RX10…
Being and Speaking Chinese
Saying you speak Chinese depends on what kind of Chinese you mean, what language you’re speaking, who you are and who you’re talking to. Saying you ARE Chinese is even more complicated.
Couple Travel Tips: How to Survive and Thrive on the Road
Crises are inevitable: nearly missing flights. Running out of money. Forgetting key items. Here’s how we deal with crises through principles.
Living in Taiwan: A Complete Guide for Culture Nomads
Our comprehensive guide to living in Taiwan, for people considering moving. By people who lived there (and loved it). Everything about language, local life, living costs and more.
Taroko National Park — The Ultimate Hiking Guide
Taiwan’s national parks are amazing, and Taroko should be your first stop.