Number 22

As a kid, you study the Egyptians countless times at school, so how chuffed do you think I was when, in May 2008, I realised a childhood dream of mine - to go inside a pyramid... I had 48 hours in Cairo and a hotel inspection list as long as my arm, but I had to see those pyramids. Being able to walk around inside, just me and my guide, was incredible - even if the stench of ammonia and the 40 degree + heat was unbearable. I was beside myself with excitement! On that trip I also got to see the Spinx, some beautiful hieroglyphics (which have always fascinated me) and the legendary burial mask of Tutankhamun. I barely scratched the surface of this magical country, but it just made me want to go back for more and more and more. And I will!