By noon of the eighth day,we...
By noon of the eighth day,we were ready to move out of Solaris II to our second accomodation in Luxor, the New Winter Palace Hotel. The NWP is situated very centrally on Corniche el Nil opposite the Nile as you might have guessed. It is a much later addition to its 'mother' hotel, the grand Old Winter Palace and sadly,no match to the original grandeur! Our room though in the Garden Pavillion Wing,situated in the lush green settings of the gardens behind the main building, was delightful with a massive spotless bathroom and a balcony from the corner of which we could catch a glimpse of the Nile, the main view being the well kept garden and the pool. Breakfast was amazingly well laid with more than plenty to choose from and separate arrangements for dieters and non-dieters alike and could also be taken out on the verandah outside th main hall. Walking distance from downtown,'bazaar'area,Luxor Temple is literally next door. Taxi and Caleche(horse carriage)stand right outside but, surprisingly peaceful and quiet! And ofcourse, service with a smile!:-)
