City arrival kits
First 48 hours sorted: SIM & data, money, airport transfers, getting around, where to stay, and safety basics — then dive into detailed 24-hour, 3-day, and 7-day guides.
Cairo
EgyptAncient wonders meet big-city bustle. Plan for traffic, carry small change for tips, and use rideshare at night.
Marrakesh
MoroccoImmersive medina, vibrant souks, and serene riads. Expect bargaining, mint tea, and orange sunsets over the Atlas.
Nairobi
KenyaEast Africa’s tech hub with wildlife on the doorstep. Use rideshare after dark and keep phones zipped roadside.
Casablanca
MoroccoModern business hub with oceanfront mosques and tramlines. A great base for rail trips up the Atlantic coast.
Johannesburg
South AfricaCreative capital with deep history and new neighborhoods. Use Gautrain by day and rideshare at night.
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TangierMoroccoHilltop medina with views over two seas and high-speed rail links south.
FezMoroccoLabyrinthine medina where crafts and tradition thrive—download offline maps.
AlexandriaEgyptMediterranean breezes, ancient history, and café-lined corniches. Often reached by rail from Cairo.
DurbanSouth AfricaWarm Indian Ocean city with surf, curry heritage, and a laid-back promenade.
HurghadaEgyptRed Sea resort hub with easy diving and kitesurfing. Many hotels are self-contained; plan excursions.
Sharm El SheikhEgyptLegendary reefs and resort bays. Many hotels are self-contained; taxis link key districts.
Mediterranean city with UNESCO-listed medina and seaside suburbs. Reliable value and great food.
Zanzibar City (Stone Town)TanzaniaUNESCO-listed Stone Town with carved doors and spice-scented alleys; beach towns a taxi away.
DakarSenegalAtlantic city with strong music scene and island day trips. Mobile money is huge.
KigaliRwandaOrderly hill city with reliable ride-hailing and growing café culture. Expect card and cashless options.