As the rare sight of land appeared on the horizon, Egyptian traveler Omar Nok jumped from his narrow bunk and climbed up to the deck of the 49-foot sailboat he’d been traveling on. Since setting off in October, Nok has been hopping on ships, riding camels and relying on strangers’ generosity as he continues his no-fly journey in a bid to experience the world more deeply. “The no-flying part makes it easier to see more of the world,” Nok told CNN. AdvertisementFaith in humanityNok began his trip in Egypt last year, and has already made his way to the Caribbean. With the world currently facing heightened instability, it’s unclear if or how the current Middle East crisis will impact his journey further down the line.

Source: CNN April 02, 2026 17:07 UTC