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They know the place. Not second-hand recommendations. Firsthand judgement from someone with deep ties to your destination.
They work for you. Advisors are paid for their time, never for recommending a hotel, restaurant or tour.
They have opinions. Ask what's actually worth the money, where they'd stay, what they'd skip, and what they'd do differently.

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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.

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