just a quick post, too hard to down load any of the posts to read. We have just finished our Nile cruise, seen SO much there is no way to describe it here but it is a WOW experience. We looked at Ken and Rons pictures last night they have some good ones. It is hot here and we are about to board the ship again and only have about 5 minutes to get ready - i just wanted to check in and let you all know I am still alive and kicking. Abu Simbel is a MUST see for anyone that comes here, other point is the planes between places are BIG jets I had no idea that there were so many tourists here. A 40 minute flight and they are air bus planes. Much better than i had expected in many ways. Hope to post from Cairo.

Hi there, world traveller!! It's good to hear from you and I am really looking forward to those pictures!
Continue to have a great time and a safe journey home!

Ngaire,
I can't wait for your reports and photos. Enjoy!!
Betty

Ngaire - you lead such an exciting life. Hope we can hear lots more about Egypt and South Africa while we are on PIP with you!!!

I echo Karen's post - enjoy the rest of your trip and be safe coming home!!

Good to hear from you, Ngaire. It sounds like you and Ken are having a great time.

Ngaire, I just knew you were going to love Egypt! Isn't it all so amazing!! Continue to enjoy your trip and take lots of pictures.

marcie,

Am sure RSSC does their staff end of world
cruise party different than the QE2:

http://www.cruisecritic.com/news/news.cfm?ID=1290

r/wes

Ngaire
I am so happy that you are loving Egypt. Have you had the feeling I did when there was so much you start to get your kings, gods & pharoahs all mixed up? I do wish I had studied more before I went. It really is a great trip and Abu was my favorite stop also.
Waiting for your full report.

Hi Ngaire,

Thanks for the update. Can't wait to hear more and see the photos. Eqypt has been on my "to visit" list for many years. Hope I can make plans to visit during the cooler season sometime soon.

Wes, Sounds like some disgruntled/drunk crew who were ready for some shore leave.... and they got it. What a way to finish the World Cruise.

Wes or ? What is this about disgruntled/drunk crew? Where is the original post?

McKeever, not sure I understand your question, but I think Wes was merely linking us to a Cruise Critic news article about what happened near the end of the QE 2's World Cruise, and not a message board thread.

Ngaire, thanks for taking the time to "check-in". Looks like you've found another fascinating travel destination. Can't wait to see the pictures and read your full report.

Nile Princess! have fun.. can't wait for pictures!

Thank you jhp.

Ngaire, I can't wait to hear your full report and see Ken's photos. Egypt is high on my list of fascinating places I would love to see. Enjoy!

Can't wait to hear the finer details and see the wonderful photos!

This trip is on our wish list, too.

Ngaire,

I'm talking to my sister right now and she wants me to send her details of your trip as soon as they're available. Her dream is to go to Egypt!

Ngaire, This trip is very much on our minds too.
So much to see in this world and we only get one chance a year. Istanbul this year. Maybe the 3rd try will be a charm!

Ngaire - looking forward to hearing/seeing all the details of your trip to Egypt - I was fortunate to have been stationed in Sinai for almost a year, and travelled extensively to both Egypt & Israel (more so Israel). Lots of phenomenal memories & adventures - am interested to see how much has changed - but thoroughly enjoyed the experience of the vast history & traditions of a very unique lifestyle! I'm truly envious!! :rolleyes: