Egypt has always been I place I longed to explore. When I found out I was studying abroad in Greece and that I flight to this illusive country would only be two hours, my heart was set and mind made up.
Of course this journey was met with a lot of opposition. My friends scoffed, my parents worried, and I second-guessed myself. If you do consider planning a trip to Egypt, you rightfully should be concerned. The country is plagued with a weak economy, overwhelming pollution, and a hotbed for terrorism. The US State Department even warns against travel there.
However, I wouldn't have traded the trip for anything. The way I see it is I would never vacation to Egypt. It's not a place you bring children to or a place you relax in. So, my chance to visit this country full of culture, history, and mystery would only occur during my semester abroad. And I was determined to do it.