LUXOR: Life At The Palace
Originally, I had planned to use my last day in Luxor luxuriating around the hotel. It’s a stunning place, in every way, and it has been for well over a hundred […]
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LUXOR: Amongst Equals
Rising at dawn is truly a horrific thing. There is nothing good about it and I am forever suspicious of individuals who claim to be morning people. I’ve tried it […]
LUXOR: I’d Be A DAMN Good Tour Guide
I don’t mean to brag or boast, but I often find that my knowledge of things is too overwhelming. I’m not cocky about this when I chat to people, because […]
LUXOR: Stalked
It was so nice to wake up in a palatial room with an excellent bed and clean surroundings. It was like going home. My bedroom in Iowa is inspired by […]
CAIRO: A Change Of Perspective
When I woke up the next day, I was still in a terrible mood. I would have caught the next flight back to America. I’m glad I didn’t. Today proved […]
CAIRO: Leave Me Alone!
There is a psychological disorder known as “Paris Syndrome.” It usually effects Japanese visitors to Paris who are so disappointed by the reality of Paris that it shatters all of […]
CAIRO: Enchanted
137 years ago, Amelia Edwards wrote a delightful narrative of her journey up the Nile River called A Thousand Miles Up The Nile. It is lengthy, but charming, and surely […]
PARIS: A Decision Is Made
I can’t recall when my interest in ancient Egypt began. It seems to be such a deep part of my psyche that I wouldn’t be surprised one whit if I had […]
PARIS: À La Recherche De Champollion
http://instagram.com/p/p9IQjBg27Y/?modal=true Jessica has a hard time dealing with my allure. People of all genders and walks of life flock to me. My light is so bright that no bushel could […]
LONDON: Jessica Is Pissed (Mad Not Drunk)
Today we had tickets to go to an exhibit and lecture at the British Museum about the subject dearest and nearest to my heart: ANCIENT EGYPT. Betwixt these lovely events, I […]
Benjamin Phillips 