Remembering my adventures
February 6 – 17, 2023 The plane landed in Sharm el Sheikh, or Sharm, as it is locally called. I caught a taxi to Naama Blue Hotel. The hotel came with a pool, which I didn't use; and a large outdoor patio, which I did use. The area is restricted to everyday traffic and I... Continue Reading →
January 31 – February 6, 2023 The bus to Luxor was very comfortable. It was a night bus and I slept like a baby in the wide reclining seats. And they even served a boxed lunch! The guesthouse host, Ali Mohamed, said he could arrange for a taxi to pick me up from the bus... Continue Reading →
January 17-31, 2023 Landing in Cairo I paid my $25 US to get my tourist visa and breezed through immigration. My European SIM did not work. There were 3 phone providers conveniently located in the baggage claim area. $15 had me set up with a new card. The guesthouse driver was waiting for me outside.... Continue Reading →
An Old Lady with a Backpack 