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Hieroglyphics and Nilometer on Elephantine Island
Near the Nilometer on Elephantine Island in Aswan, Egypt, there are massive boulders you can see from the river with hieroglyphics inscribed with the cartouche of Psamtik II. It is really amazing to see these hieroglyphics so clearly from the water. And to withstand the test of time. The entrance to the Nilometer is an unassuming doorway with steps leading to the nile. It is one of the oldest Nilometers in Egypt and was in use until the 19th century. Every other week Travel Thursday brings you travel tips and information on the amazing sights and activities the world has to offer.
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06, 2016
Egypt Travelogue: Day 9, Part 1 – Temples at Abu Simbel
This is my travel diary of my trip to Egypt. It contains in detail my memories of what I did and saw. Friday October 30, 2015 Egypt: Day 9, Part 1 – Temples at Abu Simbel We woke up around 4:30 AM and got ready. We would be checking into the cruise ship so we had packed all of our belongings and left them in the lobby. Right after we set off in the van Maxine realized she forgot her passport in the safe. As it was necessary for the flight we turned around and she ran in and got it. Our
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Egypt Travelogue: Day 8, Part 2 – Aswan Felucca Sunset
This is my travel diary of my trip to Egypt. It contains in detail my memories of what I did and saw. Thursday October 29, 2015 Egypt: Day 8, Part 2 – Aswan Felucca Sunset After returning to the room to shower and change we headed to the lobby to meet the rest of the group. Then we all walked together down the the Nile. It was easier to get on the boat than I expected. Just had to walk down some steps and then helpful hands guided you across a short board onto the boat. Photo by Thomas A
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Museum Monday: Emerald Dream
The Denver Art Museum had an exhibit called Brilliant: Cartier in the 20th Century which I was lucky enough to see in its last few days. This stunning emerald necklace was one of the highlights. The emerald is huge and almost translucent. Necklace worn by Countess of Granard. Cartier London, special order, 1932. Museum Monday is an every other week series about museum news, objects, and reviews.
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06, 2016
Souvenir Saturday: Mini Rootbeer Mug
One constant of family road trips back to see the relatives were the crumbly greasy burgers and rootbeer from NuWay, a burger chain in Wichita, KS. We'd go at least once every trip, sometimes two or three times. Not by my choice. But because it was a "hometown favorite" of my parents. Every time we went, I'd get sick. So one time I didn't order food, instead I got a miniature rootbeer mug. Souvenir Saturday is an every-other week series on the items that represent travel memories.
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Close Up – Hibiscus
Walking along the hostels of Montezuma beach I saw this beautiful Hibiscus flower, and attempted this close up. Every Friday Lili shares her favorite photography & the stories behind the photos.
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Dinosaurs on Vacation
I recently stumbled upon the coolest Instagram which is a collection of toy dinosaurs traveling the world. Here are some of my favorites: By the amazing photographer Jorge Saenz @jorgesaenzpy on Instagram.
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Under the Sea – World Oceans Day 2016
Today is World Oceans Day. With so many news stories of rising ocean temperatures and bleached corals, now more than ever is it important to protect this important part of our ecosystem. So today I share some of my favorite snorkel photography and hope we can all help protect the oceans. Above is Waterlemon Caye, off of St. John USVI. The large school of fish you can see are Sergeant Major, my favorite fish. Here you can see more Sergeant Majors near Isla Tortuga, Costa Rica. I like this fish as it reminds of me the coloring of Flounder from the
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Egypt Travelogue: Day 8, Part 1 – Aswan Sunrise
This is my travel diary of my trip to Egypt. It contains in detail my memories of what I did and saw. Thursday October 29, 2015 Egypt: Day 8, Part 1 – Aswan Sunrise I awoke in the middle of the night around 1 AM. I was cold sleeping on top of the covers, and the bed was just too stiff. So I stood in the corridor looking out the window at the small towns and villages that we passed. I spied a few people walking the streets and watched them as the train moved past. After a while I returned