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Should You Say Never to a Travel Destination?

August 28, 2017 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

For decades, I maintained a mental list of cities and countries. This list included places that I had no desire to visit. In casual conversations, I would say—"I'm NEVER going to visit...!" Egypt and specifically Cairo were near the top of that list. I didn't want to spend a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: Alexandria, British Museum, bucket list locations, Cairo, Celebrity Cruise Line, creating future travel lists, Giza Plateau, Mediterranean Cruise options, National Archeological Museum in Cairo, Peace Treaty between Egypt and Israel, pyramids of giza, Sandy Bornstein, Tahrir Square, Traveling Bornsteins

London historical landmarks

September 12, 2016 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

London bound travelers face a multitude of excursion options. They can choose an a la carte approach and take a taste of a variety of places. Another plan is to focus on places that fall within a specific category. For an overview, visitors should consider a hop on hop off bus … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: Big Ben, British Museum, Changing of the guard, Churchill War Rooms and Churchill Museum, history places in London, London

Highlights- Summer Palace, Beijing

September 11, 2015 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

During the 18th century, most people lived a modest and simple life whereas the ruling class lived in opulent accommodations located on magnificent grounds. In China, the Summer Palace is a perfect example of this ostentatious lifestyle. It is located less than 10 miles from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: Beijing top tourist attractions, British Museum, confiscated art, confiscated historical treasures, Marble Boat at Summer Palace, places to see near in Beijing, Summer Palace, traveling to Beijing

Never Say Never- A Visit to Cairo, Egypt

December 28, 2012 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

When I was younger, there were certain cities and countries I never imagined visiting. Egypt and specifically Cairo were definitely on that list. Too much Israeli blood had been shed during wars with Egypt. I had no desire to visit a country that chose not to live in peace with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: Alexandria, British Museum, Cairo, Celebrity Cruise Line, Chephren's Pyramid, Egypt, Giza Plateau, Mediterranean cruise, National Archeological Museum in Cairo, Peace Treaty between Egypt and Israel, Pyrimids of Giza, Sandra Bornstein, small hunting coffer, Tahrir Square, Traveling Bornsteins

Exploring Indian Culture at the British Museum

October 3, 2012 By Sandra Bornstein 2 Comments

Traveling abroad provides an excellent opportunity to explore diverse cultures. Prior to living in India, I had not taken the time to learn about Hinduism, Jainism, or Buddhism. Suddenly, I was surrounded by intriguing statues and symbols and a mega dose of Indian culture In … [Read more...]

Filed Under: International Education Tagged With: British Museum, Hindu sculptures at British Museum, symbols associated with Hinduism, Teaching

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