Guess Who’s Heading To Egypt (!!!)
Hiiiii, so ummm, like yeaaaaa…. ya guessed right- it’s me!! In less than two weeks I’ll be off to Egypt, and I’m SO F*CKING EXCITED!!!!!!! WTHELLY!
It’s actually really crazy to think about honestly, lowkey, I don’t even know if it’s fully hit me yet but it’s really happening y’all. I’m talking flights have been booked, accommodations are in place, only thing I need is a new piece of roller luggage (bc I’m so tired of lugging this daggon duffle bag around), and to do a little bit of shopping bc duhhh… I’m going to Egypt, you think I’m bringing the same ‘ole clothes I always wear? LOL, Absolutely tf not. I need a few new pieces to show off 🙂
I’ll be spending the next two months in Hurghada, it’s a coastal city along the Red Sea, and during my time there I’ll be helping out at a super cute coliving villa called redNERD Coliving!
I’ll be coming in and working alongside another Worldpackers volunteer who I’ve been communicating with over the past few weeks while going through the application process! She’s been volunteering there for a few months now and spoke SO highly of it, she’s done a few other Worldpacker opportunities and swore this one has hands down been her favorite one yet, so I’m looking forward to seeing what they hype is all about. I’m really excited to not just be in Africa for the first time but to also be in a space where there’s other people in a close knit environment (because lets be honest, solo travel can be a bit lonely sometimes).
Since this is a work exchange opportunity, I’ll be responsible for doing a mixture of tasks. Mostly consisting of social media work, but it’s also likely that I’ll be helping out around the villa making sure everything is running smoothly, checking in guests, and basically just becoming one of the well-known friendly faces around the space! It’s giving very much continuing to live out my little remote work girly dreams but this time we’ve got some Egyptian vibes to throw into the mix too.
What’s Worldpackers?
As huge of a platform as it, there are so many new travelers that have never heard of it and would probably benefit from it SO MUCH. To keep it simple, Worldpackers is a platform that connects travelers with volunteer/work-exchange opportunities all around the world!
It’s super cool because it allows travelers to exchange a few hours of work doing basic tasks (like running the reception desk, content creation, cooking, cleaning, etc.) for a free place to stay, and in a lot of cases, you get meals (up to 3 a day), tours/activities for free, and even sometimes a little stipend!
Literally anyone can sign up (digital nomads, solo travelers, couples/pairs, backpackers, mid-life crisis/gap year girlies, like… literally anyone), and there are THOUSANDS of opportunities in over 100 countries, so there’s legit something for every type of traveler <3
I applied to a total of four opportunities before hearing back from this specific host and I was so happy when I saw the notification pop up because out of all the four I applied to, this one just felt SO ALIGNED, like it was made for me. It’s something creative, social, near the water, and I get my own private room (which was kinda important for me since this is my first time doing a work exchange opportunity).
I can yap for days about Worldpackers, the process, and the hopes/expectations I have for the exchange but I’ll save that for now. I’ll be giving TONS of real time updates on everything I experience as I navigate my way through the process, so no worries babe, that’s all soon to come <3
As for now, if you’re curious about learning more of what Worldpackers has to offer or wanna just jump in full throttle and become a member so you can try it out for yourself, here’s the link to their website along with my discount code (JUSTLIKEDRU) that’ll get you $$$ off when you sign up!
So… What’s in Hurghada, Egypt?
I won’t lie… I definitely did have to google Hurghada when I first saw the listing. Ironically, as much as I love to travel, I’m not the best with geography so if I’m keeping it all the way 100, I quickly opened up ChatGPT and asked if the location checked off all my boxes and boy oh boy, did it??!!!
Hurghada is stunningggg, I really don’t know why it’s not talked about more because when those pictures populated my jaw DROPPED HUNNY! She’s warm, she’s sunny, she’s got A TON of turquoise waters with desert mountains in the background, which means i’ll be flicking it up for the gram, scuba diving like f*ck, tanning, and doing what I do best! It’s right up my alley, and even more so given the fact it’s an Egyptian town that’s wayyyy less crowded than the other parts that are more well known.
Not to be confused though, you know I have to see all I can during my time there, so of course I’m planning to not just explore locally, but I’ll be squeezing in some mini trips to the tourist landmarks everyone knows like the Pyramids in Cairo, the Dead Sea, and whatever other spontaneous adventures pop up along the way!
I’m also super happy because this is the perfect time to take advantage of creating some manifestation content to hopefully catch the attention of a few new brands I’ve been dying to partner with, LOL. I use them all the time when I travel anyways so why not film about it and see if they reach out.. let me put you on real quick:
- TripBFF– This is the go-to app for planning travel days without the added stress. It lets you build out your itinerary, add activities, and get time estimates so you’re not running around missing stuff. It’s like having a super organized “type-a” friend who loves making a travel plan anddddd, it even shows you other travelers in the area so you can meet other people like you! Although I haven’t
- Airalo – A must have for eSIMs, like literally don’t go abroad without this! This is how I always stay connected abroad without hunting down a SIM card once I land or calling the Verizon store begging them to adjust my cellphone plan. It’s super easy, you just download an eSIM before you head out, and boom! You’ve got fast, reliable, coverage as soon as you touch down without any drama, roaming charges, or asking the dreadful “do you have Wi-Fi?” everywhere you go.
- Viator – I book everythanggggg through viator and not because I have a deal with them, they just really make it super stinking easy! They’ve got it all, from snorkeling to desert safaris to food tours and museum passes, Viator is THE way to go. You can book before you go if you want, but I usually just wait it out until I get there and feel out the vibe of where it is I’m traveling to.
Let’s Goooo
To make a long story short, I’m reallyyyy looking forward to this next chapter of life. Living in Egypt for a few months, getting better with my content, meeting new people from all over the world, and.. idk, just doing something that feels different but oh so good (:
Of courseeee, I’ll be sharing all the BTS, expected and unexpected chaos, wins, and every single “what-the-hell-am-I-doing” moment, so I hope you’re ready for the ride <3
As always, If you’ve got questions about anything or if you just simply want to follow along for the journey, make sure you:
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Okie dokes, that’s all for now, so.. I’ll see ya’ll in Egypt right? <3