September 6th, 2010
A river Nile cruise allows you to immerse yourself in the ebb and flow of one of the greatest lifelines of humanity. The Nile is the longest river in the world, and although it is now best associated with Egypt Nile cruises, only a fraction of its 4,160 mile length passes through Egypt.
The Nile brought fertility to the arid deserts of Egypt and without its life force; Ancient Egyptian Civilisation would never have flourished. The two rivers which combine to make the Nile are the White Nile, with its source near Lake Victoria and the Blue Nile, which flows from the Ethiopian highlands through Lake Tana.
The rains in these mystical highlands create the annual deluge which brought wealth and fertility to Egypt. When you embark upon a river Nile cruise, you are flowing into one of the richest sources of history the world has ever known.
The history of ancient Egypt in particular, is inextricably linked with the river. Egypt Nile cruises are a fantastic way of witnessing some of the most amazing remnants of one of the most sophisticated and technologically advanced civilisations the world has ever known.
The Nile actually flows from South to North and eventually spills out into the Mediterranean Sea. When you choose to take a Nile cruise, you can experience a direct connection with history which is impossible to replicate in any other fashion. Please take a look at our website today and take your first steps to discovering the land of the ancients.
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September 3rd, 2010
Luxury Nile cruises are the stuff of legend. It is a pleasure and a privilege to embark on a Nile cruise holiday and float luxuriantly through this stunning and historic region.
There are currently some amazing deals which put these types of adventures within the reach of everyone, so please take a look at our website before you dismiss any thought of luxury Nile cruises as the exclusive preserve of the rich and famous.
During your Nile cruise holiday, you will stay in some of the most beautiful hotels in Egypt and aboard some of the most opulent and luxurious cruise ships in the world. You can choose to cruise aboard the comfortable and stylish MS magic and visit the Valley of the Kings, the Luxor and Karnak temples, the temple of Hatshepsut or Kom Ombo.
The striking MS Da Vinci is a 136 berth luxury cruiser which offers excursions to the Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, the valley of the Queens and many other fascinating and awe- inspiring sites.
Alternatively, the MS Grand Preziosa and the MS Grand Rose are ultra luxury cruisers which offer premium accommodation and entertainment as well as excursions to many world-renowned sites. The Silva Grand and Grand Makadi hotels in Hurghada are both beautiful and the Ghazala Gardens and Grand Hotel, both situated in Sharm el Shiekh, are comfortable, stylish and provide outstanding service.
Please take a look at some of our amazing deals today and feel free to phone or e-mail us at any time for expert advice about luxury Nile cruises at any time; we’re happy to help.
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August 27th, 2010
When you book a Nile cruise holiday, boarding your Nile cruise ship is just the start of your adventure, taking time to explore the country of Egypt is just another part of what will be an exciting holiday to remember.
Disembarking from your Nile cruise ship, you have a choice of a bus or taxi to travel in to the centre of the city of Luxor. However for the person who has booked on a Nile cruise and stay holiday, a taxi will be the best way to get to your hotel.
When you have settled in to your room at your hotel, shopping has to be on your list of priorities, and looking around the many stalls in the bazaars can be a lively experience.
Egyptians are friendly and they love to haggle with tourists. They never expect to get the price they have quoted, and as they are kind people so everything is done with humour.
However, it is best to walk away and show that you are not interested in a kind but firm way. Moving on to many of the other stalls before you purchase an item may find you paying less than you’d expected.
Some of the finest silverware can be found in bazaars; alabaster ornaments and bowls that are made locally are always popular as gifts for the relatives left behind in the UK. Don’t forget all transactions are in cash.
At RiverNileCruise.com, we have a wide range of Nile cruise deals available online.
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August 25th, 2010
When you sail up the river Nile on one of the beautiful Nile cruise ships it is just the start of a wonderful, relaxing holiday.
On board ship there is so much to do; if you want to be energetic you can swim in the beautiful pool. Just imagine yourself floating on your back gazing at the clear blue sky, surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
If you prefer, you can just sit at the side of the pool with a cool drink, reading a book or just soaking up the sun and relaxing.
Food on board a Nile cruise ship is made with the best quality ingredients, and there is the more casual buffet dining room or, if preferred, you can sit in one of the seated restaurants.
When you leave the Nile cruise ship to go into Cairo or Luxor there are many restaurants for you to choose from. Alternatively, you could pop in and eat at one of the cafes along the bank of the River Nile, and enjoy watching the hustle and bustle of Egyptian life.
Some restaurants will have a belly dancer to keep you and other tourists entertained while you dine, so you may be asked to join in!
While sitting in a café, try ordering a glass of Kalkadi, an Hibiscus drink to quench your thirst before getting ready to hit the bazaars for a bit of friendly bargaining with the locals.
At RiverNileCruise.com we have available Nile cruise deals to suit everyone.
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August 21st, 2010
When you have booked a Nile cruise deal to visit Egypt and Luxor, there are many wonderful sites that will suit all age groups.
The Nile cruise ship that takes you up the River Nile will have information onboard, and members of the crew will help passengers as much as possible with their queries.
However, mixing with Egyptians is made much easier for tourists if they have a little knowledge of their lifestyle and customs. One thing that is apparent is the people of Egypt are helpful to tourists; they are proud of their beautiful country.
To help you understand their way of life, listed below are a few helpful tips:
The currency in Egypt is the Egyptian pound; most hotels will take credit cards but shopkeepers and other facilities only use cash.
Cash machines are available in the city of Luxor (there is a small charge for this service), but always change your money at a bureaux of change or one of the banks in the city.
A Nile cruise holiday is available all the year round, but the summer sun during the months of June to September is hot, with August being the hottest month of the year.
However, in January the temperature during the day is cooler on a Nile cruise ship; in the evenings you will need to wear a light jacket or cardigan.
At RiverNileCruise.com we have Nile cruise deals available all the year round.
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