Here are a few of the highlights you can expect from a traditional Nile River cruise, plus a few tips for your visit to Egypt.
Egypt
5 Reasons to Visit Egypt Other than the Pyramids
The Great Pyramids have a lasting hold on our imagination, but there’s much more to see when you visit Egypt, including Siwa Oasis and the White Desert.
Adventures in Egypt’s Siwa Oasis
One of the absolute coolest things to do in Egypt is to visit an oasis, and one of the most easily accessible is the Siwa Oasis.
How to Negotiate A Camel Ride to the Great Pyramids
Tips for getting a good deal on your camel tour of the Great Pyramids.
From Baksheesh to Sheesha – A Few Unexpected Memories of Egypt
Mark recounts some unexpected discoveries he made while visiting Egypt.
Photo Essay: Pyramids & Temples of Egypt
The ancient tombs and temples of Egypt beg the photographer to play with perspectives.
The Decision Not To Travel After 9/11
The morning of September 11, 2001, is well ingrained in my memory. Within a few days of the attack, I called Adventure Center and verified my October trip was still scheduled, which meant I had to decide whether or not to head for the Middle East. My parents definitely did not want me to go. […]
Booking the Egypt Trip & Finding Airfare (2001)
After I had enough money for the initial deposit, I called Adventure Center back. I spoke to the same woman as before, Maz. Since my trip is one of the least expensive, the $300 deposit was more than 3/4 of the total cost. I planned on paying the remaining $90 in another few weeks. I printed […]
My Egypt Trip (2001)
Preface: 9 years ago, I was actively planning a trip to Egypt for the first time. I started documenting the process on this site (long before this blog), however my plans would come up against the shocking events of 9/11. This is a four part series, with the first three parts having been written in […]
Final Thoughts – Egypt
The perfect day in Aswan and Egypt’s Nile Valley starts with the usual breakfast of coffee, bread, and egg. Progress onward to further readings of Paul Theroux’s “Dark Star Safari” while the symphony of Egyptians’ daily lives delight the ears. Honking taxi horns punctuate the call to prayer sounded over mosque loudspeakers. Glancing up from […]
