Marriott Rewards Takes Off With New Airline Partner ‘Saudia’ Airlines
Marriott Rewards members traveling throughout the Middle East can now earn ‘Saudia’ Airlines - Alfursan Miles for stays at more than 3,700 Marriott International hotels in 70 countries across 14 distinctive brands. Marriott Rewards® points can also be redeemed for Alfursan Miles.
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Cairo Marriott Hotel continue to support 57357 Children Cancer Hospital
As part of Marriott’s “Spirit to serve our communities” philosophy to help and serve the community the Cairo Marriott Hotel organized a special Ramadan event for the children of “57357 Children Cancer Hospital” at Marriott’s Salon vert. The Event included an Iftar and a fun day for the children to enjoy. DJ, music, face painting and a Muppet show ensured a great atmosphere to motivate and cheer up the children and the 57357 team.
57357 Children Cancer Hospital relies completely on donations and financial aid but that didn’t prevent the hospital from setting international standards to help treat and cure children with cancer not only from Egypt but from all over the Middle East.
And to show our support and appreciation for the hospital and its unprecedented cure records, The Cairo Marriott Hotel presented a cheque with the amount of L.E 57357 as a contribution to making the dream of the new extension a reality and as a commitment to help the children with cancer on their journey to total cure.
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What’s on Eid at Sofitel Cairo el Gezirah!
This year Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah invites you to celebrate eid and spend an unforgettable night with your family and friends in one of our luxurious rooms only USD 199 for a double room including breakfast, taxes and late checkout, while enjoying the infinity outdoor swimming pool that seems to spill into the Nile! You can also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the scenery of Cairo while dining in one of our dining options.
Feast on Moroccan specialties at La Palmeraie, one of the best restaurants for authentic tagines and a variety of shisha flavors, with Oriental live entertainment and belly dancer. Specially created lavish buffet at Sud, in addition to cuisines from around the world to satisfy all tastes. The iconic Kebabgy offers traditional barbeque specialties along with 25 shisha flavors and Oriental takht band on the banks of the Nile.
A privileged location to enjoy a unique Ramadan at Le Deck, while relaxing in the Oriental atmosphere and floating gently on the Nile. Eid is always more special at Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah!
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Treasured Ramadan Stars unitefor the First Time to re-appear in classic story from Pepsi&Chipsy AmouFouad, Nelly, Boogy&Tamtam and Fatouta feature in new video
To help consumers enjoy the social spirit of Ramadan,Pepsi and Chipsyhave assembled classic Middle Eastern stars of yesteryear AmouFouad, Nelly, Boogy&Tamtam and Fatoutato launchanew Ramadan campaign,titled “Yallainkamellametna” or “Let’s complete our gathering”. Discussing the campaign,Tarek Mansour,Pepsi Cola Egypt GM said: “PepsiCo strives to work with the best talent regionally and globally.
No one better evokes the positive emotions and memories of the season like these iconic Ramadan characters.Our campaign revives the classic Ramadan occasion andfeatures icons loved by so many in the country.It celebrates the basic values of family togetherness and generosity and deliversa few surprises along the way.We hope to promote unity at this turning point in Egyptian history, and there is no better time than Ramadan to bring Egyptians together”. The filmtakes viewers along an epic and transformational journey to rediscover the true meaning of the festive spirit.
The story features the legendary stars re-appear ng as they were in decades past through the wonder of innovative CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery) technology.PepsiCo is promoting Ramadan’s long-standing spirit of giving ,family unity and caring by combining the icons of classic television with state-ofthe- art applications.
Commenting on the campaign, Nelly, the legendary Ramadan entertainment figureknown for her positive energy and endless generosity, said: “This year’s campaign is about connecting families and communities during the month of Ramadan, to join in and capture the festive moment just like we did in the old days”. While funny man Samir Ghanem is excited to see the revampedFatouta, he explains: “It is simply amazing what technology is able to do these days.
As soon as I saw Fatouta again I got a sense of deep nostalgia to the good old days; Those days when people used to eagerly await Fatouta, a genius character in a show combining great stories, choreography and music together. Bringing us together for this once in a lifetime opportunity gives us another chance to letour fans experience the true essence of Ramadan as it once was.”
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InterContinental, Holiday Inn & Staybridge Suites.. Cairo Citystars Scoop Seven Prestigious Awards
Highly satisfied guests and highly motivated staff are the keys to success, as shown by a string of seven awards recently made to InterContinental Hotels Group Cairo Citystars. On Top of the list came the prestigious award of ‘Best Business Hotel in Cairo 2013’ to InterContinental Cairo Citystars from Business Traveller magazine.
In addition came a further six awards for IHG Citystars and InterContinental Cairo Citystars, highlighting key areas of success and achievement by staff in keeping IHG at the forefront of the elite in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Unlike other awards which are decided from within the industry, Business Traveller awards are decided by the people who really matter; businessmen and women who rely on airlines, hotels and car hire companies in their everyday working lives. “Best Business Hotel in Cairo 2013’ was the icing on the cake among a string of awards, which included the IHG Exceptional Circumstances Award, IHG Way of Sales Award, IHG Brand Compliance Award and IHG Meeting Broker Award.
InterContinental Cairo Citystars won the Ambassador Award and Winning Ways Award. Simon Stamper, Regional General Manager InterContinental Hotels Group Egypt and Lebanon, said: “These awards are monitors for what we have to offer our guests, they tell us where we really stand among our competitors, not only in Egypt, but in the Middle East Region.”
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Get More Of What You Love With The New IHG® Rewards Club @ InterContinental Hotels Group – Port Ghalib
This year, IHG celebrates 10 years of hosting travelers in its family of hotels around the world as we are one of the world’s largest hotel companies and have been rewarding our guests through the world’s first and largest loyalty program, IHG® Rewards Club. In this anniversary year, IHG have improved and renamed our loyalty program to IHG® Rewards Club that will offer its members the opportunity to earn and enjoy great new benefits as they stay across our 4,600 hotels in nearly 100 countries. IHG – Port Ghalib is thrilled to offer rewards that are real, relevant and all yours, with so many exciting ways to redeem, you’ll see that we are here to help you take advantage of every point you earn.
Starting from July 1, 2013, InterContinental Hotels Group – Port Ghalib, being a member of IHG, started offering free standard Internet globally to Gold Elite and Platinum Elite members. And because our guests deserve more of what they like, during 2014, all members will receive this great benefit too. As a member, you will be able to access the Internet for free at all of our hotels, whether you’re staying with us or simply stopping by for a coffee or lunch.
All of our new benefits added are in addition to all the benefits that you’ve enjoyed before like our unique offering of points that never expire, no blackout dates on Reward Nights, the flexibility to redeem points at any hotel company in the world and extended check-out times.
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Accor launches Away on business by Accor, its first iPad app exclusively for business travelers
Accor has strengthened its digital strategy with a new, free and innovative iPad app that allows business travelers to create their own interactive, customized business travel planner. In 30 international metropolis,ranging from New York to Paris and Shanghai, Away on business by Accor allows travelers to book stays in Accor hotels, manage their schedules and use a wide range of additional services so they can combine business obligations with leisure activities.
Away on business by Accor liberates business travelers from material constraints, providing a wide range of tools and advice to help them optimize their schedules and enjoy the benefits of tips and suggestions on what to do in town.
Functions include the local weather forecast, a travel expense management device, Linkedin contacts in the vicinity, a landmark map and a geolocation service.
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Al Ahly Egyptian Football team at Sheraton Miramar
Sheraton Miramar is the first choice for public figures & celebrities. AL Ahly Board members have recently chosen Sheraton Miramar El Gouna for their accommodation. “Al Ahly” Egyptian football team, known as “Number 1 African Club of the Century”, played their last 2 matches in El Gouna football stadium, against Al-Zamalek team.
Our culinary team arranged specially and exclusively service for them in the 7000 cluster done by F&B service team with special food requirements . The team expressed their admiration of the hotel spectacular natural setting. In addition to the exquisite services rendered.
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Ramses Hilton celebrates another success
Ramses Hilton is proud to announce that two of his Managers have been awarded two prominent Awards during the last Regional F&B Workshop ” Driving Performance” which was held recently in Cairo.
Chef Dimitrios, Ramses Executive chef was awarded the Excellence of Mentoring and Innovation Award and Hazem Ibrahim, the Hotel Food and Beverage Manager was awarded the F&B Manager of the year respectively for Egypt and Levant 2013. Hazem and Dimitrios deserved these awards, that summaries their hard work, dedications and valuable contributions to Ramses Hilton and to the region
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Stella Di Mare Hotels & Resort - Ain Souhkna hosted the SOS children’s village
Stella Di Mare Hotels & Resort - Ain Souhkna hosted the SOS children's village to spend a fun day in June 2013 as a contribution to bringing joy & happiness to the hearts of children.
In the picture are number of the SOS children's village while arriving to Stella Di Mareís gates where they spent a day filled with entertainment and sports activities; in addition to enjoying Stella Di Mareís beach, meals and desserts.
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Marriott InternaTional Teams up With American Express Middle East This Summer
Leading hotel group Marriott International and American Express Middle East have jointly announced the launch of a summer promotion campaign that offers American Express Cardmembers exclusive benefits at 88 Marriott properties across the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Asia Marriott throughout the duration of the summer.
Under the terms of the campaign, American Express Cardmembers wishing to explore tourist destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe will be eligible for three nights stay for the price of two, at any Marriott hotel participating in the promotion. Additionally, Cardmembers can avail complimentary and unlimited internet access, 20% off on hotel food and beverages, and complimentary food for children under 12.
The promotion also offers complementary access to pools and gym facilities as well as savings of 20% on spa treatments or massages.
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Sherif Sheashaa won the Diamond Leadership Award for the JW Marriott Cairo
Mr. Sherif Sheashaa, the Director of Events of JW Marriott Hotel Cairo has recently won the Diamond Leadership Award for JW Marriott Cairo in the Middle East & Africa for the year 2013, the aim of this award is to recognize the leaders who showed exemplary leadership and management excellence alike, and made contributions super for the labor market, which helps to distinguish the hotel.
This award is given in recognition of Marriott International for leaders who have demonstrated a high degree of leadership and creativity, and they lead by example, and to stimulate outstanding for the continuation of the achievements and creativity and encourage the spirit of competition between those who have contributed to the success of this industry in the Middle East and Africa. Mr. Magdy Naguib, General Manager of the JW Marriott Hotel Cairo expressed his joy of this award and intense pride of the staff and leaders of the JW Marriott Hotel Cairo hotel as they are and would stay keen to provide the level of unique service.
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Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences Received the award of “Best Business Hotel” At the MENA TRAVEL AWARDS 2013
Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences received the award of “Best Business Hotel” by the “MENA TRAVEL AWARDS” organization. This award was received according to the highest percentage of votes among the guests, customers and hotel loyalty guests of Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences.
Medhat Samir the General Manager thanks and congratulate all team members on their great efforts and excellent service was made with the guest which had a greatest impact to receive this honourable award.
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The Dusit Got Talent @ Dusit Thani Lake View
The Dusit Got Talent! Talents of Dusit Thani LakeView’ talents were all on glow!! After different rounds, superb participation and promising responses were indicative at the finale…talents in singing, improvising, drawing, etc were at top notch. The activity was great fun with a few teams wanting additional time to put the finishing touches.
Some absolutely superb crests and creative talent. Indeed this hotel’s heart pulsate with talents!. 3 winners were born from the talent show with such warm voices.
The first is Ahmed Abd Al Samd from the security department, at the second position is Mohamed Tarek from the laundry department and finally the third is Ahmed Afiffi from the food & beverage department.
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RENAISSANCE HOTELS DEBUTS NEWEST ADDRESS IN CAIRO 333-room Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel Opens
Renaissance Hotels announced the opening of the new Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel, the first Renaissance Hotel to open in Cairo. With its contemporary design and architecture, the Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel brings a sophisticated sense of lifestyle hospitality to Mirage City.
Destined to become a local landmark, the hotel is conveniently located minutes away from Cairo International Airport in New Cairo, Cairo’s new strategic business and entertainment center. “We are thrilled to introduce the Renaissance Hotels brand to Cairo,” said Magdy Naguib, general manager of the hotel. “With its sleek design and signature Renaissance Hotels programming including NAVIGATOR and RLife LIVE, we are confident the hotel will be a popular destination for guests and locals alike.” The hotel’s spacious and comfortable guestrooms include indigenous touches of historical and cultural artwork inspired by the city.
The333 rooms and suites also offer superb views overlooking either Mirage City or the expansive swimm ng pool. Renaissance Hotels helps to inspire authentic travel experiences through innovative guest programs including NAVIGATOR, the brand’s signature concierge service, and RLife LIVE, an industry-leading entertainment platform showcasing music, arts and more at Renaissance Hotels around the world.
Last year, Renaissance Hotels introduced its first ever global advertising campaign, Live Life to Discover, inspiring guests to discover something distinctly new whenever they travel for business or leisure. The Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel features unique culinary experiences that fulfill every palette while establishing a new dining and entertainment bar for Mirage City.
During the day guests can enjoy Citron with its elegant approach and contemporary design influenced from Arabic and Mediterranean countries. For those looking for an authentic Chinese dining experience, Chinoix restaurant offers the best of indigenous Chinese cuisine. Guests may also relax poolside at SOL Pool Bar, or gather together in he chic Vintage Bar or Flute Lobby Lounge.
With seven meeting rooms and a grand ballroom offering more than 1100 square meters of event space infused with natural daylight, the Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel is the idea location to host state-of-the art meetings or extraordinary special event. With accommodations ranging from small, intimate events to large functions, the hotel offers an array of customizable meeting sand event space.
Whether it’s a small board meeting, conference, training, assessment center, cocktail party or a wedding, Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel is the impeccable place to host your event.
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