Archive for August, 2010
Friday, 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.
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Wednesday, 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.
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Saturday, 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.
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Thursday, August 19th, 2010
When you think about all the history of ancient Egypt the first thing that comes to mind is the pyramids, the temples and of course the River Nile.
Not many people are aware of what the typical diet for ancient Egyptians was; however, bread made with barley was a staple food, and the Egyptians have been credited as being the first people to brew beer.
The farmers would use the fertile soil at the side of the banks of the River Nile to grow beans and other green vegetables.
It is known that even today Egyptians love to have fresh fruit and vegetables with poultry and fish with a cup of tea.
A rich Egyptian in ancient times would have a more varied diet with protein in the form of pigeon, geese, beef, and crane, plus of course the best in fresh fruit and vegetables.
Today, modern Egyptians choose to eat meals that are less exotic, but considered nutritious; their meat is grilled, roasted or minced and served with a salad or vegetables.
If you disembark from your Nile cruise ship and you choose to eat at one of the many restaurants, look for the shish kabob which is normally served on skewers at the side of a leafy salad.
Bread will be available; normally it would be Pitta bread, served hot with hummus or another type of dipping sauce.
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Monday, August 16th, 2010
There are some people who worry about travelling up the River Nile on a Nile cruise ship, due to the misconception that they are bound to get an upset stomach if travelling abroad.
At RiverNileCruise.com, our Nile cruise ships are renowned for being clean and hygienic, and have been successful at caring for their passengers for many years.
We have listed a few tips and tricks that may put your mind at ease, including some health tips that may be of help before you set off on your journey.
It is essential to wash your hands before each meal, as any germs you may have inadvertently picked up may be transferred to yours or others’ food.
Baby wipes bought from a local drugstore are handy to keep you refreshed and great for wiping your hands after touching hieroglyphs in a tomb or the stones of a pyramid; a quick wipe before disposing of them means you do not have to hunt out a place to wash your hands.
While purchasing your baby wipes, ask the pharmacist about Anitall or Entoseed (similar to Imodium), as these work fast if you happen to feeling queasy.
Other helpful tips are:
• To give yourself time to get used to the heat and the air conditioning in a cabin, especially if you are wet through with perspiration.
• If you have a sensitive stomach or you know that certain foods are not good for you, choose wisely and eat small portions. Only drink bottled water.
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