The biggest myth about travel is that travel isn’t cheap. Traveling can even save you money—especially if you AirBnB out your place while you’re gone. Between the strength of the USD and finding cheap flights being easier than ever, traveling is easier than ever before. Pick your destination right and it can be insanely cheap, even if you’re living in luxury.
People think of Egypt as nothing but some pyramids in the desert, but there’s plenty more to do. Whether you want to swim with dugongs or visit an actual oasis, Egypt is the place for you. The thing I love most is the incredible diversity: From the mountains of Sinai to the dream-diving of Dahab, this is a country that really has it all. The White Desert is famous, and rightly so, with its geological formations that make you feel you’re on an alien planet, and southern cities like Aswan might as well be on a different continent. Plus, Egypt is a cheap country for Americans: We’re talking five dollars a night for a nice hotel. All in all, Egypt is one of those hidden vacation destinations that doesn’t get enough press, with a rich history and hopping art scene that offers anything you could desire.