Dahab – Between Sea, Desert, and Bedouin Soul
Where the rugged Sinai mountains meet the deep blue of the Gulf of Aqaba lies Dahab, a town whose name means "gold" in Arabic. Once a quiet Bedouin fishing village, Dahab has become a global hub for divers, backpackers, and desert travelers. Yet beneath the surfboards and dive shops, its Bedouin roots still beat strong, shaping the town's spirit of openness, resilience, and hospitality. From Bedouin Camp to Traveler's Haven For centuries, Dahab was home to the Muzeina Bedouin tribe, who fished its waters, herded goats, and built palm-thatched huts along the coast. To them, the sea was both a [...]