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The entrance to the Temple of Horus at Edfu in Egypt
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Edfu & Kom Ombo – Are They Worth Adding to Your Egypt Itinerary?

Edfu and Kom Ombo are towns along the Nile River in Egypt that are home to 2 famous temples. Now, neither of these places are going to rank as high as say Cairo, Luxor or Aswan on peoples’ itineraries. However, does that mean they aren’t worth adding to your Egypt itinerary? In this post, I’ll…

Floral Maxi Dress for the Valley of the Kings
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How to Dress Comfortably Yet Stylishly for the Heat in Luxor, Egypt

It has taken me far too long to figure out to dress appropriately for the heat. Fortunately, by the time I traveled to Luxor, Egypt…I had FINALLY figured out the formula for dressing comfortably yet stylishly for a day of suffocating heat. The summer heat in Luxor is no joke. We were there during SPRING,…

Tips for Visiting Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple in Luxor, Egypt
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Visiting Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple – Must-See Places in Luxor, Egypt

Most people come to Luxor, Egypt to see the Valley of the Kings. However, Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple are absolute must-see places in Luxor as well! This post will break down our experience at both, and what you need to know before you go. Getting to Luxor from Cairo We had taken an 8…

"The Mummy" Brendan Fraser/Rick O'Connell Inspired Outfit for Egypt
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“The Mummy” Brendan Fraser/Rick O’Connell Inspired Outfit for Egypt

An outfit I wore in Luxor, Egypt inspired by Brendan Fraser’s character, Rick O’Connell, in the movie “The Mummy.” Growing up, I was absolutely obsessed with the movie, “The Mummy.” (Let’s be real, it’s still one of my favorite movies.) I think I’ve watched it at least 10 thousand times. (I probably watched it even…

the Egyptian museum
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12 Things to Know Before Touring the Egyptian Museum in Cairo

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo (a.k.a. The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), is a museum I’ve been dreaming of visiting since I was a little girl. It’s home to more than 120,000 artifacts from Ancient Egypt (seriously)! They have so many, they’re honestly running out of room. Visiting this incredible museum is a must for any…

Great Pyramids of Giza
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Egypt Outfit Idea for Dinner at Mena House Cairo

Dress | Sandals | Cami | Necklace | Bracelet Here we go! I’m kicking off my Egypt blog series with my first outfit from the trip. I hope everyone is cool with maxi dresses and maxi skirts…because that’s what the vast majority of my future outfit posts will consistent of. Egypt is a predominately Muslim…

St. Isaac's Cathedral View from the Colonnade
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Where to Find the Best View of St. Petersburg, Russia – St. Isaac’s Colonnade

The best view of St. Petersburg, Russia is arguably from atop St. Isaac’s Cathedral. Visiting this beautiful cathedral should already be on your itinerary for St. Petersburg, as its interior is as spectacular as its gilded dome exterior. However, getting to its colonnade is not for the faint of heart! It requires scaling nearly 300…

How to Have a Retro-Themed Weekend in Las Vegas
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How to Have a Retro-Themed Weekend in Las Vegas

Written by Jonathan Spencer If there’s one thing that never goes out of fashion, it’s our love affair with nostalgia and all things retro. Whether it’s searching the racks for vintage fashions or filling our homes with the kitsch of yesteryear, we’re always looking to recapture the styles and experiences of years gone by. For…