Eurocircle Travels Around the World

01/03/2025

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09/11/2024

The droughts in Serbia seem to be happening more frequently ad every summer, the Danube falls to reveal these WWII relics. You can see 4 out of 100s of the explosives-laden N**i ships that were sunk on purpose when it was clear they were losing the war. If you happen to be in the region this summer, these are a must.

The wrecks of explosives-laden N**i ships sunk in the Danube River during World War II have emerged near Serbia’s river port town of Prahovo, after a drought in July and August that saw the river’s water level drop.

08/01/2024

Hi Travelers,

many of you are asking what to wear, so I checked in with our tour company to make sure we look appropriate and are well prepared for our trip. Since this year we have many newcomers in our group, I want to let everybody know that most of our trips are heavy on sightseeing , therefore comfortable walking shoes and sneakers are a must.

Normally we get picked up at the hotel at 9 am by our guide and are back in the hotel around 3pm, at which point you are free to do as you like. It will be hot in Saudi even in winter, so wear comfortable loose clothing.

Although SA has relaxed its dress code for travelers, and women are no longer required to wear an abaya, we are still expected to dress conservatively, wear loose clothing that does not reveal curves, skin or cleavage, and wear modest/subdued colors. I was told not to wear any religious symbols, logos or decals or text.

Many female tourists choose to wear an abaya anyway because it is easier to keep everything covered and they get fewer stares when traveling. You don't have to do this, but make sure you are covered to your elbows, that your clothing does not cling, and if you are wearing jeans, wear a longer top to cover your bum :-) Maxi dresses are ideal, but make sure they either have elbow length sleeves or wear a T-shirt underneath. Instead of an abaya, I am considering buying a few long silk tunics. If you go to Shein.com and type abaya in the search box, you will get a lot of loose dusters, capes, and sleeved tunics that will cover everything.

Online, you will see many tourists wearing shorts, but even men get stared at when they wear this. Most wear long pants, with a loose untucked T-shirt with no text. While a few hotels allow bikinis (rare), a one-piece bathing suit is suggested. Most tourists wear a t-shirt over their swim suit while in water.

Jeddah is more touristy, so you should feel more comfortable dressed western, and people won't stare at you as much as in Riyadh. You should still pack a scarf in case we visit any mosques or religious buildings.

07/11/2024

Saudi Arabia Update for Eurocircle Travelers. The good news is that our approvals are instant. I received my visa within minutes of submitting the application. The online application is a bit buggy, relax. Compared to all the other countries we have been too, the Saudi visa is the easiest. once you have received your approval, please forward it to me via email. Looking forward to traveling with you to Riyadh, AlUla, and Jeddah.

Apply now for an Electronic Tourist Visa to visit Saudi Arabia in 3 simple steps from the Official eVisa Portal

05/29/2024

If you are joining us in Saudi Arabia this December, please contact our tour organizer

Alula, Saudi Arabia – A Hidden Gem in the DesertJoin me on a journey through the stunning and historic city of Alula, Saudi Arabia. From the ancient ruins of...

01/19/2024

I was born traveling. But divorce freed me to explore the world. 13 years later, I have a travel company, 91 countries under my travel belt, amazing friends. Would I ever go back to my past life? Travel has given me so much more.

A majority of people traveling abroad alone these days are women, and demand for women-led tour groups is rising. Stephanie Sy takes a closer look at the rea...