Now this is a hotel room!

[tom5796]

I've been away in Cairo working on a project there and this time decided to stay in a different hotel. Not too shabby a view, huh?

And from the balcony at about 4:30am using night mode:

 

[C-bus Biker]

Pretty sweet. Be careful over there.

 

[Wavex]

Awesome, thanks for sharing Tom!!! Got home at 4:30am after partying all night huh?

Did you get a chance to check the Pyramids out closely? How is it? More pics?

I've never been to Egypt, but would love to go! I love North Africa...

 

[razteo]

oh, well - similar view you can have at the Motel 6 in Vegas across the street of Luxor (next to the truck stop) for much less..

 

[ELIZABETH]

I love the night shot!! Looks like a postcard. Very nice.
I would also love to see the pyramids someday (the real ones) :thumbup:

 

[ozzieboy]

Yup...not a bad view....But what's up with that big pile of rocks?

They really need to clean that up:BLAA:

 

[Scorphonic]

I was in egypt some time ago, look after yourself over there...sometimes can be quite dodgy!

Fantastic view too!! What's the weather like? looks like rain is rolling in! :BLAA:

 

[Wavex]

I was in egypt some time ago, look after yourself over there...sometimes can be quite dodgy!

How so?

LA is dodgy too lol

 

[Scorphonic]

How so?

LA is dodgy too lol

When I was there I had my own armed guard as well as an army escort. People at the pyramid were dodgy as hell, getting too close and doing their very best to separate you from your family (i was young at the time). A day before i had arrived a beautiful blond girl had a bag thrown over her in an attempt to abduct her. The army in the area sorted that out.

I didn't feel vulnerable on the street but I guess being a foreigner in a different country i just felt uneasy. With so many people moving around me I was on high alert...I guess if I went back things may feel different, I do intend to go back in time.

 

[tom5796]

Awesome, thanks for sharing Tom!!! Got home at 4:30am after partying all night huh?

Did you get a chance to check the Pyramids out closely? How is it? More pics?

I've never been to Egypt, but would love to go! I love North Africa...

Unfortunately, this trip was all business. Now, when I was there last Feb the story was different... I think I averaged 5am for turning in. And last time I did get to check out the pyramids up close...

And ride a camel...

 

[tom5796]

I was in egypt some time ago, look after yourself over there...sometimes can be quite dodgy!

Fantastic view too!! What's the weather like? looks like rain is rolling in! :BLAA:

I've been there a couple times now and I have never felt in danger of any kind. Yes, like most other emerging markets, there is dodgyness in cab drivers, beggars and the like, but you figure it out. It did rain a couple evenings, which is why the pics aren't full of smog!

Egypt Rules:
Rule #1: Always know what is going on around you (applies to all travel).
Rule #2: Don't take a black taxi. Make sure it's a newer ride with a proper meter.
Rule #3: If your driver wants to make a stop at a "museum" (i.e. souvenir shop) best to humor him.
Rule #4: Avoid walking across the street
Rule #5: Bottled water is your friend, and, frankly, so will be most of the Egyptians you encounter. They are good people.

 

[tom5796]

I almost forgot these...

Interesting "Keweseki"...

 

[Wavex]

awesome!!! Thanks Tom... nice ride and mods ^ is that a Corbin?

 

[Wavex]

When I was there I had my own armed guard as well as an army escort. People at the pyramid were dodgy as hell, getting too close and doing their very best to separate you from your family (i was young at the time). A day before i had arrived a beautiful blond girl had a bag thrown over her in an attempt to abduct her. The army in the area sorted that out.

I didn't feel vulnerable on the street but I guess being a foreigner in a different country i just felt uneasy. With so many people moving around me I was on high alert...I guess if I went back things may feel different, I do intend to go back in time.

Damn bro! Are you important or something? you travel around with your own guard and army escort? Niiiiice

I've been to Africa a few times (Tunisia a few times, Ethiopia 2 times and Morocco), and I've never felt in danger, even though I can understand that one would feel uncomfortable in certain areas/situations...

Now, I've also been in Brazil and went all over the place with a backpack and a rental car by myself when people (locals) told me I was crazy for doing so and there were good chances I'd never see home again... so I might have different views on things than most :thumbup:

 

[tom5796]

awesome!!! Thanks Tom... nice ride and mods ^ is that a Corbin?

Could'a used an upgraded shock...

 

[Red Wazp]

Nice pics,your 4:30 am shot makes a great desktop background.

Do you realize what wonderfull winter you are missing with all that sun in your eyes?

 

[mxgolf]

Alot of history over there. Way cool. :thumbup::thumbup:

 

[AdamDJ]

Ha, I love the Keweseki.. The top one must be from the new "Hunda" line.. Anyone else see all the holes drilled in the pipes? What noise law?

 

[Jez]

I saw this on a scooter a couple of years ago in Saigon.

:spank: