Amisol Journal
Stories from Egypt & beyond
Travel guides, heritage features and field notes from the Amisol team — Nile cruises, railway history, golf, mythology and more.
El Alamein Railway Station: The Forgotten Station That Named a Battle
The remote Egyptian railway halt that gave its name to the famous WWII battle — and why preserving it matters for cultural tourism.
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Egypt: The Mediterranean's Best-Kept Winter Golf Destination
Why Egypt is quietly becoming a leading winter golf destination — sun, championship courses and pyramids in one trip.
Best Time for a Nile Cruise in Egypt — Cairo to Luxor
Why October to April is ideal — and why Cairo to Luxor is the future of slow Nile travel.
Dahabiya vs Nile Cruiser — Which Is Best Between Luxor and Aswan?
Comparing the intimate sailing dahabiya with the classic Nile cruiser — which fits your travel style?
Egyptian Mythology Guide — Gods, Legends & Ancient Beliefs
A traveller's introduction to the gods and myths you'll meet on temple walls from Karnak to Philae.
Luxor Solar Eclipse 2027 — Why Egypt Is the Best Place to Watch
Why Egypt will be the world's best place to witness the August 2027 total solar eclipse.