During a visit to Cairo I contacted Rasha who took a lot of trouble -  ahead of my trip - to check what we would do, including an unforgettable walk through old Cairo - where her friendliness with various stall-holders and shop-owners introduced me to a very special aspect of Cairo, and a day in Saqqara where her knowledge and patience were outstanding.

Later, returning from the south with time to fill in between the train arriving and the plane leaving she again used every resource to find a suitable hotel to rest in during the day.

She is a lovely person, very hard-working and resourceful, and a sensitive guide.