Things to do in Giza and surrounding areas (a complete itinerary)

At the end of March/beginning of April 2019, I embarked on a long awaited journey to Egypt, staying in Giza for four days. Most only pass through Cairo, spending no more than a day or two, visiting...

Inside the Great Pyramid at Giza – Is It Worth Going In?

The Great pyramid at Giza (Khufu) is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one to remain. Built 4,500 years ago, this defining symbol of the world, which we still look at...

Cairo & surrounds - Must see spots

Are you planning to head to Cairo and not sure what there is to see or what you are wanting to see while you are there? Well here are my 5 top sites to check out while you are there. Everyone...

5 Great places to see in Egypt

Egypt is famous for its ancient civilization and some of the world’s most famous monuments, including the Giza pyramids, the Great Sphinx and the ancient temples of Luxor dating back thousands of...

The Geography of France

All travel, especially scenic travel, takes place on geography, My undregradate university required 4 semesters of one 'foreign language'-- I did French-- and 2 semesters a second foreign language...

Overlooked Tourist Attractions in Arizona, USA

Given the paucity of AZ Tips on Triptipedia and other travel sites outside of Sedona and the Grand Canyon, I suspect that Arizona's many tourist attractions are usually overlooked, possibly because...