Landing in Cairo was great ... and thankfully, we landed on May 1 - a national holiday (Labor Day) in Egypt so there was no traffic going to our hotel!
After checking in to our hotel, we took quick showers/change of clothes, and then off for an "orientation" of Zamalek ... students needed money changed, phone cards, and food. After dinner, we went to a local grocery store (Seoudi Market) for water, water, and water (and chocolates for at least one professor).
I collapsed around 11:15 pm ... then as expected, woke up around 3:15 am and it's now 5 am May 2 (10 pm Boston time on May 1) ... jet lag; stresses of the trip; and already planning the logistics (in my mind) of Pyramids Day. Oh, the day is already planned and organized, but still, the details of moving 40 people (35 students plus 4 faculty/staff plus the spouse of one of our professors) around the Pyramids and Sphinx just won't let me sleep.
Next posting? I expect it will include a great photo of Abul Huul (the Sphinx) with the "NU-40"!
2 comments:
Thanks for the update. I hope everyone is having fun and enjoying the cultural experience. I really appreciate You taking the time to keep us in the loop.
Ron Buchheit
Sorry to hear about the stolen wallet. I heard from my daughter April and she was loving it already. Look forward to reading more about the trip.
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