A Nile Cruise and an Armed Escort Through the Desert

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Cruising refers to one of two things. It's either a verb that connotes sleazy unattractive businessmen looking for someone they can take to a hotel to provide the bodily warmth that their money can't buy them or it refers to the act of taking a cruise. Y'know, on a boat on some water somewhere. I suppose, in rare circumstances, you might find someone who goes about their daily life thinking they're a cocktail maker, a pilot or a secret agent, in which case you might say they were Tom Cruising. 

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An account of a traveler to Egypt.

Tahrir Square on 27 November

An expressive sign in Tahrir

I was in Tahrir Square on 27 November, and what an experience! It was a mixture of happiness, anticipation & sadness too.

It was great to see all social classes of Egyptians gather in one place for the sole purpose of the love of their country. Even though some differences in demands are present.

Constitutional Declaration Brief Note

The mood is not great and troubles are looming ahead, but I can’t help it. I felt I had to say something. So here it is in a nutshell.

The President declared a new constitutional Decree where he obtain absolute power.

Many Egyptians did not like it and they took to the streets on Friday 23 NOV 2012.

Supporters of Muslim Brotherhood are in favor of the decree. Not surprised, right?

Where is the problem? Here it is, in my humble opinion; 

Egypt’s Tourist Arrivals in SEP

A report had been just released about the number of arrivals to Egypt in September 2012. The majortiy of tourist arriving were from West Europe.

Golden Mask found inside the coffin and it was covering the Mummy head.

SEP 2012 – 994.000 Tourist.
SEP 2011 – 917.000 Tourist.
SEP 2010 – 1.2 Million
That is 206.000 tourists less than same period in 2010.

What’s the Difference Between an Israeli and a Palestinian?

What’s the Difference Between an Israeli and a Palestinian?.

This link leads to a travellers account of his trip to Israel & Palestine where he met people from both sides. He is relating the comments said by the two sides.

I thought of sharing.

Egypt’s New Pope

Pope 118 of the Egyptian Coptic Orthodox Church

In an official ceremony today, and according to the traditions of the Egyptian Coptic Orthodox church, Pope 118 had been chosen. One of the amazing facts is his birth date, 4 Nov 1952. So, on 4 Nov he was born and 60 years later on the same day became Pope of Egypt. He was graduated from the University of Alexandria pharmaceutical Faculty in 1975.

Tut Ankh Amun Anniversary

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Today, NOV 4, marks the discovery anniversary of the world famous Tomb of Pharaoh Tut Ankh Amun. His Majesty was nick named the Child Pharaoh as he ascended the throne at the age of 9 and died at the age … Continue reading →