Tag: Mediterranean
The Enchanting Pyramids of Giza, Egypt
There are few sites on earth as easily recognizable as the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, located just outside the capital city of Cairo. The complex consists of three main pyramids, a few smaller pyramids, […]
Spain – Authentic. Fiery. Passionate.
Vibrant music, delicious foods, intoxicating wines and architectural wonders stir the soul and merge together effortlessly to form many traveler’s favorite country; Spain. Join Gate 1 Travel in Spain, and give in to the seduction […]
Morocco’s Inspired Cuisine
It is morning in Morocco. As the sun rises over the Sahara and bathes the country in bright desert light, food vendors prepare their shops for another busy day. In remote medieval villages- eggplant, chickpeas, […]
Remnants of the Past in Volubilis, Morocco
This UNESCO World Heritage Site city contains some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in the country of Morocco. Volubilis is located between the modern cities of Fez and Meknes and was founded in the 3rd […]
Morocco; Land of Sand and Sea
Souks, kasbahs and ksars, oh my! Morocco is a magnificent country filled with reasons to visit that have long enticed visitors to this fabled country. With Gate 1 in Morocco, visit imperial cities with grand […]
Taking in Luxor, Egypt from Above
Welcome to the ancient city of Thebes, or modern day Luxor. This city was the capital during the times of the Pharaohs, 16-11 BC, when they were at the very height of their power. The […]
Egypt: Luxury on the Nile
See the pages of history books come to life in this mythical country in the Middle East. Hieroglyphics, mummies, tombs and the Great Sphinx become a reality when visiting Egypt and you will see them […]
Dubai and Oman: Cultural Gems with Immense Wealth
Today we are bringing you to two of the most popular cities in the world for tourism: Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and a country, bigger than the United Arab Emirates but largely unknown to tourists: […]
Epic Sites in Troy, Turkey
The ancient city of Troy, and estimated point of the Trojan War, is located in modern day Anatolia, Turkey. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is located just south of the mouth of the Dardanelles strait […]
Seeing Blue in Essaouira Port, Morocco
Essaouira, Morocco is located in the western part of the country on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. The Port of Essaouria was founded in 1770 and from then until the first half of the […]
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