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      • Abdeen Palace
      • Antiquities Museum at Tahrir Sq.
      • Cairo Basic Tour – 3 Nights
      • Coptic Cairo, Cave Church & Garbage City
      • Gayer Anderson Houses
      • Giza Plateau
      • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
      • Gt. Pyramid, Sphinx – PRIVATE VISITS
      • Ibn Tulun Medieval Mosque
      • Islamic Museum
      • Medieval Cairo
      • Saladin Citadel, Sultan Hassan and Rifaii Mosques
      • Saqqara 7-Step Pyramid & Serapeum
    • SMALL GROUP TOURS WITH MARAExpand
      • Family Tour of Egypt – A Child’s Eye View of Ancient Egypt
      • Egypt Tour with Mara – A Journey Beyond the Ordinary
      • Sacred Journey of Remembering Along Egypt’s Chakras
    • First-Time in Egypt? Here’s the Perfect 7-Day Itinerary for You
    • Egypt – 9 nights incl Nile Cruise
    • 2027 Solar Eclipse Package – 11 nights
    • Insider Advice – Hidden Pitfalls in Tour Websites
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Sufi in Egypt
Egypt Tours & Experiences | Living in Egypt: Personal Insights

Sufi in Egypt

ByMara 12/08/202428/07/2025

Mara goes in search of a Sufi – sufi dance in Caiiro, Sufi house in Cairo

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Lionsgate Portal and Personal Power
Mara House Updates & News

Lionsgate Portal and Personal Power

ByMara 09/08/202422/10/2024

Lionsgate Portal and the 8 August 2024 adding up to 8/8/8.  We’ve been hearing about the alignment of the Earth,  the star Sirius, the constellation Orion, and our Sun (in the sign of Leo, the lion)

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What Do I NOT Need to Pack for Egypt?
Egypt Travel Planning

What Do I NOT Need to Pack for Egypt?

ByMara 21/07/202410/08/2025

Traveling light gives you more freedom and less hassle. Plus, purchasing some items in Egypt supports the local economy.

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What to Take to Egypt
Egypt Travel Planning

What to Take to Egypt

ByMara 20/07/202409/08/2025

Essential tips what to pack for Egypt, the must-haves for your carry-on and your “Go-Everywhere-With-Me” bag. Learn what you can buy locally to travel lite.

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Egyptian men and women, in traditional Egyptian dress, browsing and shopping in a traditional market in Egypt
Egypt Travel Planning

Should I Eat Fruit and Salads in Egypt?

ByMara 01/05/202431/08/2025

Egypt’s markets are bursting with fresh produce — here’s how to enjoy it without worry. From washing tips to water safety, this is your guide to eating well in Egypt.

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A group of people standing and sitting on the upper steps of Abydos Temple
Egypt Travel Planning

What Should I Wear in Egypt?

ByMara 07/04/202431/08/2025

Egypt’s climate, culture, and traditions mean smart packing matters. From modesty tips to heat-proof clothing and what to avoid, here’s your ultimate Egypt wardrobe guide.

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Diagram of aeriel view of Luxor Temple, with superimposed human skeleton laid over it - matching precisely.
Egyptian History & Culture

What Might Egyptian Temples Reveal To Me?

ByMara 14/02/202410/08/2025

What can ancient Egyptian temples reveal to me about myself? Quite a lot!

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A Trip to Egypt Can Be Life-Changing
Luxor Travel & Accommodation

A Trip to Egypt Can Be Life-Changing

ByMara 11/02/202412/09/2025

A visit to Egypt can be life-changing, especially for the unsuspecting traveler who encounters Mara along the way

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young lady walking away from Philae Temple - 4 enormous statues in the temple facade
Egypt Tours & Experiences

Private Tour in Egypt .v. Private Time or Private Visit

ByMara 10/02/202410/08/2025

Discover the very important difference between tours labeled Private Tours and Private Time Tours in Egypt and how to access closed spaces in the sacred temples

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Egypt Travel Planning

Your trip to Egypt, if NOW is not the perfect time, then when will it be?

ByMara 06/02/202401/08/2025

Explore the real experiences beyond headlines

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From Spectator to Player: the Game of Life and an Exclusive Journey Through Egypt in 2024!
Living in Egypt: Personal Insights

From Spectator to Player: the Game of Life and an Exclusive Journey Through Egypt in 2024!

ByMara 30/01/202410/08/2025

Are you a player or a spectator in the game of life? Be a player and join Mara as she travels through Egypt in 2024!

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My First Trip to the Pyramids of Giza was a Disaster!
Living in Egypt: Personal Insights

My First Trip to the Pyramids of Giza was a Disaster!

ByMara 30/12/202301/08/2025

My first trip to the Egyptian Pyramids was a complete waste of time and money. The first time I came to Egypt (2000) was on a 7-night group cruise on the Nile with a lovely bunch of people.  I had no intention of going to Cairo or seeing the Pyramids.  I was on a tight…

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Gayer Anderson in British Army Officer Uniform
Egyptian History & Culture

Gayer Anderson Pasha: From Ireland to Egypt

ByMara 05/10/202318/08/2025

Gayer Anderson Pasha: A Remarkable Tale of Survival, Serendipity, and Legacy – Discover the Extraordinary Life Behind the Enigmatic House – a Cairo gem.

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A western tourist discreetly handing a cash tip to an Egyptian porter carrying his luggage outside a hotel in Egypt.
Egypt Travel Planning

Tipping in Egypt

ByMara 04/10/202331/08/2025

updated 31 Aug 2025. Tipping in Egypt isn’t just about money — it’s a cultural art. Get the essential guide to tipping, baksheesh, and avoiding mistakes that could offend or confuse locals.

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Modern Myths about Egypt: 15 things NOT to believe
Egypt Travel Planning

Modern Myths about Egypt: 15 things NOT to believe

ByMara 28/09/202301/08/2025

Truths behind common modern myths about Egypt. From safety to culture, these 15 debunked misconceptions will help you explore Egypt with confidence.

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The Dark Side of Travel Blogging: Things That Drive Me Crazy
Egypt Travel Planning

The Dark Side of Travel Blogging: Things That Drive Me Crazy

ByMara 28/09/202317/08/2025

Exposing the tactics and myths of profit-driven travel bloggers who hijack your time and understanding of Egypt. Examine the same writing formula used.

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Queen Nazli of Egypt: her story, part III
Egyptian History & Culture

Queen Nazli of Egypt: her story, part III

ByMara 27/09/202318/08/2025

Queen Nazli’s medical treatments, a daughter’s forbidden love, financial struggles, and the tragic events that shaped her final years.

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Queen Nazli of Egypt: her story, part II
Egyptian History & Culture

Queen Nazli of Egypt: her story, part II

ByMara 26/09/202318/08/2025

Queen Nazli part II, the royal harem, Queen of Egypt, her children, Secrets and Sorrows. Death of her husband King Fouad and finally some freedom to love.

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Queen Nazli of Egypt: her story
Egyptian History & Culture

Queen Nazli of Egypt: her story

ByMara 25/09/202318/08/2025

Queen Nazli’s illustrious ancestors, her early years, follow the journeys of her siblings. Uncover the mysteries and rich history of her family’s heritage.

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Hatshepsut – a woman in a man’s world
Egyptian History & Culture

Hatshepsut – a woman in a man’s world

ByMara 22/09/202318/08/2025

The life of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s female pharaoh, who challenged traditional dictates of rulership. Her family, Thurmose III, Neferure, and Senenmut.

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    • Egypt – 9 nights incl Nile Cruise
    • 2027 Solar Eclipse Package – 11 nights
    • Insider Advice – Hidden Pitfalls in Tour Websites
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  • HOME: EGYPT TRAVEL ADVICE from Mara
  • MARA HOUSE LUXOR
    • Luxor Holidays – 3 night package deal
    • The Salahadeen Feast
    • Compare Mara House to 3 Top Tour Companies
    • Guests’ Photo Gallery – Mara House Luxor
    • Mara House Luxor – Hotel Gallery
    • Guest Book
  • TOUR EGYPT WITH MARA HOUSE
    • TOURS IN LUXOR
      • Abydos & Dendera
      • Karnak Temple
      • Luxor Temple: The Temple of Man
      • Luxor Holidays – 3 night package deal
      • Luxor & Aswan
      • West Bank Tour – Valley of Kings etc.
        • Medinet Habu: The Pharaoh’s Bargain with Chaos
    • TOURS IN CAIRO with Mara House
      • Abdeen Palace
      • Antiquities Museum at Tahrir Sq.
      • Cairo Basic Tour – 3 Nights
      • Coptic Cairo, Cave Church & Garbage City
      • Gayer Anderson Houses
      • Giza Plateau
      • Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
      • Gt. Pyramid, Sphinx – PRIVATE VISITS
      • Ibn Tulun Medieval Mosque
      • Islamic Museum
      • Medieval Cairo
      • Saladin Citadel, Sultan Hassan and Rifaii Mosques
      • Saqqara 7-Step Pyramid & Serapeum
    • SMALL GROUP TOURS WITH MARA
      • Family Tour of Egypt – A Child’s Eye View of Ancient Egypt
      • Egypt Tour with Mara – A Journey Beyond the Ordinary
      • Sacred Journey of Remembering Along Egypt’s Chakras
    • First-Time in Egypt? Here’s the Perfect 7-Day Itinerary for You
    • Egypt – 9 nights incl Nile Cruise
    • 2027 Solar Eclipse Package – 11 nights
    • Insider Advice – Hidden Pitfalls in Tour Websites
  • EGYPT HISTORY & CULTURE
    • Egyptian Rulers & Legends
    • Cairo History & Heritage
    • Luxor History & Heritage
    • Gods of Egypt
    • Muhammad Ali Dynasty
  • Who is Mara?
  • Mara’s Blog
  • Contact Mara