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It’s Not About Surfing Couches

  • January 19, 2014
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Egyptians are taking hospitality to a whole new level–and turning “couch-surfing” into palatial offerings of camaraderie and warmth.

Couchsurfing is a well-known international online community of travelers that offers home-stays and insiders’ invaluable knowledge each country. But in Egypt, members are taking the movement further, with active youth ambassadors organizing national-scale festivals to promote Egyptian arts and heritage.

With a huge dose of enthusiasm and a passion for international understanding, these young diplomats organize events for Egyptians, expats and travelers alike. “We create deep and meaningful connections that cross oceans, continents and cultures,” they say. “We aim not only to change the way we travel, but the way we relate to the world.”

“In 2013, In Cooperation with the Ministry of Culture, we officially promoted and hosted the 7th annual festival for traditional crafts and heritage as well as The International Samaa Festival for spiritual music and chanting”, says ambassador Eihab Hamed.

“What’s next? Our roadmap for 2014 includes The Winter Journey across the Land of Pharaohs.”

For more info – see their Facebook page.

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Valentina Primo

Journalist, globetrotter, and determined idealist. Since Valentina left her home country of Argentina, she has searched for ways to build bridges between cultures and foster dialogue. Her previous work in international organizations in Italy and Germany fed her passion for the world of development, while her 8-year journalistic experience in Argentina and Egypt increased her curiosity for everything that challenges the stereotype. She holds a BA in Journalism and a Masters in Peace Studies with a specialization in Human Rights.

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