I depart for Cairo from New York, Delta Flight 87. A backpack, some cash, a credit card, a Lonely Planet “Middle East” Guidebook and one night hotel reserved in Cairo. I have done some research on the Middle East and I think this is a good start for an Independent Frugal Traveler. My adventure will begin with a good night sleep (Thanks to Tylenol PM) on my flight to Cairo. I will hit the ground running in Cairo. First Stop, The Egyptian Museum!!! An uneventful flight to Cairo, ended up with a window seat and after dinner (chicken with Middle Eastern flavor) got a good 6-7 hour nap. Thanks Tylenol PM! Nice and friendly flight crew that provided myself and a few other passengers some "snacks" for the road. Egyptian custom and immigration was very easy.
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