Category: Nile Cruises

One of the most interesting websites that I would highly recommend is Su Bayfield’s “Reflections in the Nile”, particularly if you want to know more about the Nile before your cruise. When you visit Su’s site you can tell it is written by someone who truly loves Egypt and the Nile. In fact I did ask Su if she would allow me to interview her for an episode of the Nile Cruise Podcast but to date I havent’ been able to convince her. Maybe one day…

(If you want a great example of Su’s writing please take a look at “Cruising To Dendera“, I think you’ll really enjoy it).

Anyway, I was reading some posts on Su’s website yesterday when I saw a request from the folks who operate the “Eternal Egypt” website asking Su if she would be prepared to write some articles for their site because, in their words, “we sensed your immense passion for Egypt and it would be an honor to have your work on our pages”.

Wow, that’s a real compliment.

But at the same time I followed the link to the “Eternal Egypt” website and, again, its’ another website that you MUST VISIT!! It’s an absolute must for anyone travelling to Egypt and particularly if you are thinking of cruising the Nile.

I’m just exploring the website myself as there is so much to see, experience and read so over the coming weeks I’ll be posting more about the site as I find resources and features I think you’ll like.

If you have visited the main Nile Cruises 4u website you’ll know that we have a free Nile Cruise Guide available that you can read online “magazine-style” or download a copy if required.

Please CLICK HERE to find out how to obtain the Guide.

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Although Easter is almost upon us we still have been able to fix some people up with last-minute Nile cruises. Yesterday we were still finding seats for departures from Gatwick and Manchester for the 24th and 31st of March so if your thinking of taking a Nile Cruise within the next week or two please call us first on Freephone 0808 1089 100 and we’ll do all we can to get you away.

Shelley Lash Cooper, a travel journalist from California, said some very nice things about our Nile Cruise Blog and Podcast on her Smart Money Cruises Blog which is very kind of her.

You can read her post by clicking here, or read the full article below:

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In Style with a Cruise down the Nile

So here’s a travel twist. Instead of writing about the traditional mega-ships, today I’m focusing on a geographic area completely opposite from the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico or other popular North American cruise destination.

Have you ever considered taking a cruise down the Nile River?

Here’s one of the obvious differences between traditional cruising and a Nile cruise. Traditional ships focus on onboard activities like Broadway-style entertainment, rock climbing, golf simulators, movies and so on. Nile cruises are all about the outdoors…life on the river. There’s also a great amount of wildlife enhancing the spectacular scenery.

Don’t be fooled by the size of the Nile boats/ships. They accommodate pools and fairly spacious cabins, gift shops, lounges, sundecks, etc. Peak cruising season runs from October to April.

One of the reasons I’ve chosen to spotlight the world’s longest river (nearly 4,200 miles) is to introduce you to Colin at Nile-Cruises-4u.co.uk. (links at end of article) He is a Nile expert and has created some entertaining and informative podcasts with fabulous music. His website is full of photos of the vessels that cruise the Nile, he posts reviews and talks to quite a few folks who share their Nile Cruise experiences.

Just one drop of history for you here. It was by the Nile’s banks that one of the world’s oldest civilizations began. The ancient Egyptians lived and farmed along the Nile, using the rich soil to produce food for themselves and their animals. People continue to live along the river today.

After researching the palm-tree dotted river that stretches through the continent of Africa, I’ve decided to put the south-to-north flowing Nile River closer to the top of my travel wish list. It’s a fascinating destination. Imagine traversing some of the world’s oldest temples while being intoxicated by the historic Egyptian landscape.

So here are Colin’s links. Even if you hadn’t thought about taking a Nile River cruise, do a little armchair traveling. Listen to one of his podcasts and enjoy the music!

https://www.nile-cruises-4u.co.uk/blog/

https://nile-cruises-4u.co.uk/blog/nile-cruise-podcast/

Happy travels!

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Thanks Shelley that’s very kind of you.