Plan your Middle East trip with Ashley
Ashley has lived around the Middle East for years and traveled to 10 countries in the region, all of them solo. She specializes in seeking out the best local food, coffee, and nature, and is currently writing a cookbook alongside Iraqi women while advising tech startups in the region.
“I’m a full-time traveller and student of the Middle East. I love this region for its friendliness, hospitality, and focus on community and family. In Kurdistan, I once asked a girl for directions: She ended up touring me around for the day, then inviting me to stay at her family home. I wound up staying for three days and now consider her family to be one of mine. I know the Middle East can be a misunderstood place, and I hope to help more travelers visit and have incredible experiences like I have.”
Book with Ashley to start planning your Middle East trip
Destination Deep Dive — 30 minutes, $60
Get personalized travel advice for exploring the Middle East, including essential Arabic customs to know and the best sights and eats to experience on a long layover in Qatar, Istanbul, or Dubai. Perfect for travelers who want to plan their trip in minutes versus hours.
Custom Trip Planning — 60 minutes, $90
Build your bespoke trip to the Middle East with deep planning on things to do, accommodation recommendations, itinerary ideas and travel logistics. Perfect for travelers who want more hands-on guidance; are planning to fully explore Egypt, Oman, Jordan, or the United Arab Emirates; or want to discover off-the-beaten path areas in the region.
100% authentic local advice with every consultation
✔ Local knowledge
Candid, current advice on what to do, skip, and expect
✔ Tailored advice
Based on your style, pace, and interests
✔ Save time & stress
You get just what you need, fast
“Ashley got me off the tourist path and encouraged me to spend time really getting to know Cairo, which made me trust her even more and gave our chat a personal touch. I’m a foodie, and her food recommendations were really exciting because she introduced me to different local options that I hadn't even heard of. I love that she gave me cheap eats and other ways to make the most of the city’s culinary scene in a way the average tourist wouldn’t.”
Charlotte — First trip to Cairo
