Oil Tanker in the Suez Canal

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February 27th 2009
Having had several early days in a row, we all enjoy a sleep in this morning before heading up to the top floor dining room for breakfast. In the light of day, the view of the Suez canal and the ships is quite impressive, probably the only redeeming feature of this place. After making use of the INTERNET to update our finances and pay some bills, we pack up and head down to flag a taxi. We alm ... read more

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The regularity and richness of the annual Nile River flood, coupled with semi-isolation provided by deserts to the east and west, allowed for the development of one of the world's great civilizations. A unified kingdom arose circa 3200 B.C. and a ser... ... read more