Roman Tourist in Egypt?

[Andrew Brozyna]

I second the book, "Route 66AD." It's a great read. What interested me was the concept that being a tourist was something a Roman could be proud of. Back when I visited Europe I felt almost apologetic for being a tourist—as though I was without an authentic reason for being there.
One amusing anecdote from the book is when the author and girlfriend learn that Italians really do say, "mama-mia!"