Author Archives: Bree

Not only has this trip been about sightseeing of antiquities, but it’s been about learning about people and cultures from the past and into the present. This day was to be no exception. We’ve really tried to develop relationships with … Continue reading →

We’re going back to the West Bank today. After a day in the Valleys of the Kings and Queens, I didn’t think there would be anything left. There was! Before going to the workers’ tombs, we strolled through the area … Continue reading →

Waking up this morning, we knew we had an amazing day ahead of us! First thing was to check out of our hotel, then to head to the Colossi of Memnon. On the way to the Valleys of the Kings … Continue reading →

After waking up on the Nile, I was excited to be in Aboudy’s home town. Our guide is from Luxor (formerly Thebes), and knows much about it. He seemed excited to show off the amazing sites in the area. Upon … Continue reading →

Our cruise ship took us to upper Egypt. Our first stop was in Kom Ombo. When we got off the ship, we first went through the village before the temple. I walked around and looked at the mud brick houses, … Continue reading →

Our plane flight was relatively short. The only notable thing is that I, again, was stopped and my luggage was questioned! This time it was the sunscreen. Ugh…what will it be on the way home? From the airport, we went … Continue reading →

The day started with a four-hour car ride to Abu Simbel. Originally, we were going to take a flight, but planes aren’t flying there at the moment. So, we went by police escort. Now don’t think of the Obama-style police … Continue reading →

Before I start this entry, I must tell you it is a re-writing. My first writing was eaten by the ferocious iPad, to be lost forever in its bowels! Yes, there is a slight bit of bitterness because it took … Continue reading →

I woke up thinking today was was going to be so boring compared to the rest of my days in Egypt. We planned to go sun bathing and swimming, then get packed and ready to leave for Aswan. We did … Continue reading →

Lunch was really good. We went to a Kushri and had Kushri. The restaurant only serves that dish which is both a snack and a meal. Neither Breanna nor I could finish it. The dish is made of lentils, chickpeas, … Continue reading →