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Just south of Washington, D.C., easily accessible from the Metro's blue or yellow line (hop off at the King Street Station), is Old Town Alexandria. It is a 20 block walk from the...more
Keep your wits about you - the end of the road that leads to the Pyramids & the Sphinx is lined with a zillion tourist stores - and there's more junk to buy on site. There is...more
user review | Hotel: Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino, Cairo
Please note that teh hotel telephone number is +20 2 27283000 more
Egypt is ancient, and beautiful beyond belief!! However, while touring the many temples and ruins....the "facilities" are also...beyond belief. I found a wonderful little...more
You must get away from the overcrowded, bustling and chaotic city of Cairo and travel into the country to the Valley of the Kings in Luxor or another out of the way destination (take a...more
In Giza there is no other dining experience like dinner at Barry's Restaurant. The food is authentic middle eastern fare made fresh and exceptionally presented. The view of the...more
Wear something to protect your hair from wind, sun and sand, and drink plenty of water during the day; if you are going to walk a lot wear strong shoes; if visiting pyramids, tombs,...more
NO MATTER WHERE I TRAVEL IN THE WORLD NOW-A-DAYS, I ALWAYS BRING ALONG A 6 OR 8 PLUG POWER STRIP. I USE IT ON CRUISES OR IN ANY HOTEL STAYS. SINCE WE HAVE SO MANY GADGETS TO RE-CHARGE...more
Spend the extra money on the side trip to Abu Simbel. I'm still kicking myself for not.Bring lots of Immodium (and don't stick your hand in the Nile).Pack WetWipes and an...more
You can get around with ease by keeping a Lonely Planet phrase book in your pocket. Just memorize a phrase (they're spelled phonetically) for whatever situation you're in,...more
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