Fun Day
As part of Conrad’s Cairo corporate social responsibility, Conrad Cairo organized a funday for a number of unprivileged children from Dar Al Orman and Gonoud Al Rahman, Conrad Cairo Union also invited the children of the staff who passed away . The event was organized by Conrad Cairo’s PR department. The children enjoyed the fun loaded activities, that was especially set for the day, and Team members from various Departments participated in this kind initiative as well. Seen in photo: Simat Eldika ,Director of Public Relations & Communications – Conrad Cairo, in a heartfelt picture with some of the children.
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Away From the Scenes
Cinema stars Ahmed Helmy and Mona Zaki chose Hyatt Regency Taba Heights to spend a relaxing weekend, away from the City bustle and camera lights. Director Sherif Arafa was coaxed to follow the celebrity couples to share the relaxing experience. The Stars acknowledged the natural beauty of the resort that is reflected in its unique architectural style and the lush landscaping that offers guests total sensual indulgence and a feeling of complete escape.
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UK Educational Trip at the
The Ritz-Carlton, Sharm El Sheikh hosted recently an Educational trip to the very high end selective travel agencies in the United Kingdom. During the visit the group was pleased with the luxury level of the resort’s services and facilities along with the virgin natural beauty of the Sharm El Sheikh destination as it’s considered to be one of the Earth’s most exotic and fascinating natural seascape environments. Sharm El Sheikh is also known for its glamorous lifestyle and sunny weather, which attracts million of people year-around. Shown in the picture: The Educational trip group.
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Go ‘MAXI’ With a Hilton ‘MINI’
This summer, make your mini break a ‘maxi’ one, with Hilton’s new summer ‘2 for 1’ offer. If you book a break with Hilton Family of Hotels between 19th June and 17th August, minimum 2-night stay before 31st August, your second night is free and subsequent nights are 50% off. Kids stay and eat free. According to Jeff Baker, Vice President Promotions for the Hilton Family, the ‘2 for 1’ offer is about giving holidaymakers the option to either take a short break or stay on longer, at half the price. “More than ever people are looking at ways to take timeout, whether it’s for a short break close to home or an extended stay abroad. We’ve created the ‘2 for 1’ offer so summer holidays are more affordable for customers, for instance a 2-night mini break could now be a 4-night ‘maxi’ break at the same price*!”
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Iberotel Makadi Beach HotelRanked in Top Ten Beach Hotels Around the World
The premium five-star luxurious hotel located in the exquisite Madinat Makadi area, Iberotel Makadi Beach Hotel has been ranked as one of the top ten beach hotels around the world, on www.trivago.co.uk, which brings together more than 15 million hotel reviews from different sources such as Tripadvisor and Holidaycheck. This hotel is surrounded by large exotic gardens and features low rising architecture that is entirely in keeping with the beauty of its surroundings. All the efforts exerted to maintain the beauty of the surrounding has also been recognized with many awards including ISO 14001 for 2008, TUI Eco Resort and Environmental Champion for 2007 and 2008, TUI Holly award 2008, Gulet HOTELO award 2006 and 2007, Gulet Austria – 100 best hotels 2008 and consistent rankings within the Top Ten Hotels in Egypt at www.holidaycheck.de.
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Sol Y Mar Dolphin House
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The Cairo Marriott Hotel Holds it’s 2nd Clean up Campaign
Adopting with Marriott International’s “Spirit to Serve” initiatives, the environmentally conscious Cairo Marriott Hotel’s team, made a fabulous effort in their 2nd cleaning up campaign for this year. The day was an ultimate success, making the environment much cleaner and healthier at Zamalek area. The dedicated team was proud to contribute significantly in making a difference in the Egyptian community on that day.
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MTI SPONSORS WORLD CLASS MUSIC EVENT
MTI Automotive, the sole importer of Jaguar, Land Rover, Ferrari, Bentley, and Maserati in Egypt is proudly presenting the allnew world class music event, Cairology, organized by Integrity Corporation. The event is scheduled for July 15, 2009 at the Cairo International Conference Center in the Cheops Hall. The event will present for the first time in Egypt the award-winning guitarist Al Di Meola, who for the past 25 years has been known around the world as one of the most prominent guitarists. He has recorded over 21 records throughout his career.
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New Motorsports Television Program
Providing fans around the world with behind-the-scenes access to many of today’s popular, international professional racing circuits and successful race teams, ExxonMobil today announced the launch of a new, weekly 30-minute television series devoted to motorsports entitled, “Mobil 1 The Grid”. The show was aired for the first time on April 1st at 19.30 pm on local satellite channel Auto Moto TV. Fox Sports ME and Showtime Arabia are also airing “Mobil 1 The Grid”; the series airs on Fox Sports on Thursday’s at 17:30 and on Showtime on Wednesday’s at 17:00.
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Samsung
The Mansour Group and Samsung Electronics, the global leader in consumer electronics and innovative technology solutions organized a big gala for the launch of the new LED category of flat panel TVs, as a turning point in the TV industry revolutionizing the way customers interact with their TVs. This category provides peerless display with groundbreaking colors and brightness. The gala was organized at Four Seasons - Nile Plaza with the presence of Mr. Lotfy Mansour, Managing Director of Mantrac (A Mansour Group Company), Mr. Duke Park, general manager of Samsung Egypt, in addition to prominent figures from both companies, members of the community’s elite and key consumer electronics dealers.
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Airline catering by taba heights marriott red sea resort
Executive Chef Amal has previous experience in airline catering, so when the exclusive flight by Egypt Air for a special function in Taba Heights was looking for the return journey’s meal, they came to the Taba Heights Marriott Red Sea Resort. A snack meal was prepared, offering great value for money, and 40 covers were arranged. “They particularly wanted some pastries, which we specialize in,” stated the Chef “We exceeded their expectations.”
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Grand Ballet Canadian Band At Safir Hotel Cairo
Safir hotel Cairo hosted The Grand Ballet Canadian Band during their visit to Egypt to perform their first show on the grand theater at Cairo Opera house. Photo shows Mr. Hussien Shoukry, General Manager of Safir Hotel Cairo, Mrs. Emtnan Sadek, Regional Director Of Public Relation Safir Hotels & Resorts Egypt and Mr. Mishel Saad, Senior Sales Manager of Safir Hotel Cairo while welcoming the Candaian band team upon their arrival to the hotel where they expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the warm welcome & excellent service.
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Adidas Spring/Summer Collection
Adidas has introduced the new spring/summer women’s collection, a distinctive and inspirational new range that showcases the brand’s philosophy across different brands of sportswear. Launched at all adidas stores, the collection also include the exclusive line of yoga-wear from world-renowned yoga instructor and adidas global yoga expert, Rainbeau Mars.
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UK Press Trip At Conrad Cairo
Conrad Cairo recently hosted a VIP press trip from Uk. The quick visit was loaded with exciting activities where the press enjoyed the essence of Cairo, topped by luxury service of Conrad Cairo. The trip was concluded with a high tea gathering at the presidential suite Seen in the photo, a casual fun gathering and a group trial of the presidential bed.
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French Press Trip
Conrad Cairo recently hosted a VIP press trip from France. The quick visit was loaded with exciting activities where the press enjoyed the essence of Cairo, and luxury service of Conrad Cairo. The group toured the hotel, impressed by the top quality and the luxury of Conrad Cairo.They were also exposed to the cultural celebration of an Egyptian wedding, which was held in the hotel during their stay. Seen in the photo, the French press gathering with Simat Eldika-Director of PR & Communications .
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Conrad Cairo Scoops Business Awards
Conrad Cairo leads the business forefront in Egypt, winning two awards. Conrad Cairo is named Best Business Hotel in Cairo by readers votes Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2009. The Award is a recognition of the hotel achievement in providing exceptional levels of quality service. Topping this Award, Conrad Cairo is also named Best Business Hotel in Egypt by the readers and judge panels of Business Destinations UK second annual Awards 2009. The Award identify world’s leading companies on the business forefront. Seen in the picture: Kevin Brett, General Manager and Simat Kamel, Director of PR and Communications with the two awards.
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Austin Healey the Famour Rugby Player
As The Ritz-Carlton hotels are always the preferable luxuries hotels for celebrities vacations. Austin Healy the famous rugby player in the UK and TV celebrity has chosen recently The Ritz-Carlton, Sharm El Sheikh to spend his vacation with his wife and 4 kids. He owned 51 England caps and 2 Lions caps; he is famously competitive and “outspoken” character, gaining the nickname “The Leicester Lip”. Upon his arrival he was met and greeted by Carsten Fritz the General Manager. Austin expressed his admiration for the hotel’s first luxury impression and the special Ritz-Carlton warm welcoming that he received before checking in. Shown in the picture: Carsten Fritz the General Manager and Austin Healy upon checking in the hotel.
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Step into a world of luxury at the all-new 5 star
Located on a peninsula, 2 km from Latakia city centre, the all new 5 star Afamia Rotana Resort is at the forefront of all leisure activities in the city and Syria’s historical sites. With 246 rooms, suites and villas, massage rooms, five restaurants and lounges, a conference hall and meeting rooms, a private sandy beach with a marina and two swimming pools, there’s enough space here to do as your heart desires.
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The Rotary Club of Cairo Sunrise Celebrates at Windows on the World
The Rotary Club of Cairo Sunrise members, spouses and friends recently held a dinner to celebrate the community service awards the club received at the Rotary District 2450 Conference in Sahl Hashish. Windows on the World, Ramses Hilton’s rooftop restaurant was chosen by the Rotary Club of Cairo Sunrise for this important celebration. Members and guests were all highly impressed by the restaurant‘s spectacular view of the Nile and city as well as the excellent food and quality service, and enjoyed dancing to the sounds of the band. In the photo: President of Rotary Club of Cairo Sunrise Ashraf Kamel (centre back) and the members at Windows on the World.
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Lebanese Designer Mireille Dagher at Ramses Hilton
Haitham Nassar, Ramses Hilton General Manager hosted recently Lebanese Fashion Designer Mireille Dagher who presented her latest creation of Hot Couture. Mireille Dagher Fashion Show took place at Ramses ballroom where more that 500 State officials, Ministers, Ambassadors as well as celebrities attended the show and enjoyed the lavish dinner created by Ramses Hilton Executive Chef Dimitrios Ramses Hilton prides itself on having brought and organizes over the past few years some of the most Famous Fashion Houses Worldwide: Valentino, Balestra, Ungaro, Rocco Barocco, Christian Dior and many many more…The event was organized by Onsi Barakat, Director of International Events. Shown in the pictures: The latest collections of Mireille Dagher held at Ramses Hilton.
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Another great Insider Experience Egypt Destination Story
The InterContinental Hotels in Cairo are jointly hosting a series of destination awareness trips for the Middle East Reservations Team based out of Brierley Hill. For the first time ever the team enjoyed first hand the Insider experience offered in Cairo. Excursions included camel market, desert, pyramids, sailing a felucca on the Nile, Egyptian museum, Cairo Tower, exploring down town through the market of Abdeen, eating KOSHARI at Abu Tarek, Khan El Khalili bazaar, Islamic Cairo , Mohamed Ali Mosque and Citadel, Cairo’s foremost hotel the Semiramis InterContinental, famous InterContinental Citystars shopping mall and historic Heliopolis. The team eventually left Cairo exhausted and overwhelmed by the experiential nature of the destination. Photos show: Middle East Reservations team by the Pyramids with Graham Dungey Revenue Manager Semiramis InterContinental.
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Adidas introduces summer swimwear collection
Adidas has launched its 2009 Summer Swimwear collection, a part of the “Me Myself” campaign that showcases the brand’s philosophy across different ranges of clothing and accessories. The swimwear collection comprises eight pieces, each of which features a floral silhouette against a dual colour palette. Earthy brown complements bright orange with delicate lilac embroidery, while a sky blue base brings out the floral detail in maize yellow with off-white embroidery. The swimwear range has a strong identity focusing on seasonal outdoor summer beach sports. Cool and youthful, trendy but relaxed, the beachwear range has a fresh summery approach to women who are inspired by sport. The range is rounded off with accessories including towels, beach bags and slides. The new adidas women’s swimwe are collectionis now available at all adidas Performance stores across Egypt.
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Iberotel Aswan Opening Soon In the Historic Egyptian City of Aswan
Jaz Hotels, Resorts & Cruises is set to launch its first hotel in Aswan, the fivestar Iberotel Aswan opening soon, features 190 comfortable and spacious guest rooms including Deluxe Chalets and Executive Suites, all with a spectacular direct view of the Nile River. Enjoy any of the three superb restaurants, including the Panorama Restaurant overlooking the entire city of Aswan or relax in one of the hotel’s bars. Take a dip into the refreshing swimming pool while children enjoy the children’s freshwater pool. There is a wide variety of leisure and sports facilities to enjoy, from floodlight tennis courts, billiard, snookers tables, a volleyball court and a bowling center to a fully equipped luxurious health club with sauna, Jacuzzi, steam, massage rooms and a gymnasium. Additional facilities include a shopping arcade, disco, in-house cinema, theater, plus conference and banquet facilities.
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Cairo Marriott Hotel Celebrates Marriott International’s “Spirit To Serve Our Communities Day”
Cairo Marriott Hotel offered the local “SOS” orphans village some in-kind donations, to support 145 orphans living along with their foster mothers. This effort was part of Marriott International’s Spirit to Serve Our Communities Day, a worldwide initiative where Marriott properties deliver community service through volunteerism. Ulrich Huth, the General Manager of the Cairo Marriott Hotel said, “By giving back to our local area, we carry on our company’s deep commitment to community involvement. We want to help make our society and every community where Marriott operates, a better place to live and work.” Seen in the photos: Sonja & Ulrich Huth during the visit to the local “SOS” village celebrating “Spirit to Serve Our Communities Day”
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“Discover the Secrets of Glamour” with P&G Beauty Brands
“Discover the Secrets of Glamour” is the huge beauty Campaign that was launched in all four Carrefour Stores featuring P&G beauty brands. Over two weeks, from June 10th to June 20th, Carrefour beauty shoppers had the chance to experience true glamour with P&G beauty brands: Pantene, Head & Shoulders, Gillette Crest and Camay. Every brand gave the shoppers a glamorous experience of revealing the secrets of beauty: Pantene gives strong hair, Head & Shoulders is for a 100% free of dandruff hair, Gillette is the secret of skin shaved to perfection and Crest is the key to an attractive smile and Camay.The “Discover the Secrets of Glamour” Campaign is the fruit of the collaboration between P&G beauty brands and Carrefour, where every beauty shopper can find it all in one place.
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The Finance Department Of The Cairo Marriott Hotel Gets Awarded
The professional team of the Finance Department at the Cairo Marriott Hotel reached a new level of achievements, where they won the very prestigious award of “Best House Profit” among the United Kingdom, Ireland, Middle East & Africa (UKIMEA) region. This well deserved award is a proof of the department’s commitment and dedication to enhance profitability inside the hotel and recognition for the outstanding results they managed to accomplish! Congratulations! Seen in the picture: Ulrich Huth, the General Manager of the hotel, Ahmed Salama, Director of Finance, with the rest of the winning team.
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Dr. boutross ghali ex secretary general of the united nation and the president of the national council for human rights at safir hotel zamalek
Safir Hotel Zamalek hosted Dr. Boutross Ghali, EX Secretary General of the United Nation & The President of the National Council for Human Rights & His wife in Waves Restaurant at the Pool Side. Photo shows Mr. Tarek Zaki, Resident Manager , Safir Hotel Zamalek & Mrs. Imtenan Sadek, Regional Director of Public Relations of Safir Hotels & Resorts Egypt while welcoming Dr. Boutoss Ghali & his wife upon their arrival to the hotel, where they expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the warm welcome.
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“harley davidson” group riders at sheraton sharm hotel, resort, villas & spa
The latest adventure of the “Harley Davidson” Group Riders concluded at Sheraton Sharm Hotel, Resort, Villas & Spa. The group, which comprises 51 “Harley Davidson” Riders, embarked from Cairo to the hotel on the back of their brand motorcycles. As is customary with the “Harley Davidson” Group Riders to travel to a different destination in Egypt, the group has unanimously chosen Sheraton Sharm El Sheikh to spend their vacation due to the unique location of the hotel and the breathtaking surroundings. Seen in the picture Mr. Firas Irsheidat, Hotel General Manager, welcoming the Harley Davidson Group Riders upon their arrival to the hotel.
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Conrad Cairo Voted Best Business Hotel
Conrad Cairo was named Best Business Hotel in Cairo by the readers votes of Business Traveller Middle East (2009). The award is a recognition of the hotel’s achievement in providing exceptional levels of quality and service. The award names one hotel in each country and Conrad Cairo scooped the award among a range of the essential categories including best airline, airport, golf courses, car rentals and hotels to become the best business hotel in Cairo/ Egypt. Seen in the picture : Kevin Brett celebrating the award with selected management team on behalf of all Conrad Cairo team members.
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Independence Day
Conrad Cairo had the honour to be the choice of The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordon to celebrate the Jordanian National Day that was recently held at Conrad ballroom. The event was attended by The Egyptian Ministers, Arab and European Ambassadors, top officials and media coverage . The guests expressed their admiration on the kind treatment of Conrad Cairo Hotel. Seen in the photo Dr. Hani Mulki- Jordanian Ambassador welcomed by Kevin Brett- General Manager-Conrad Cairo and Simat Kamel-Director of PR& Communications.
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Saudi Minister of Electricity @ Grand Hyatt Cairo
Grand Hyatt Cairo was honored to welcome the Saudi Minister of Electricity, H.E. Abdullah Ben Abdulrahman Al Hussien who chose the hotel to stay during his recent official visit to Egypt. His visit was to attend the Arab League meeting for the Arab ministers of electricity. H.E. expressed his admiration for the unique location of the hotel overlooking the River Nile, as well as for the exquisite services rendered during his stay. The picture shows H.E. Minister Abdullah Ben Abdulrahman Al Hussien welcomed by Fredreic Boulin General Manager of Grand Hyatt Cairo.
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Further Milestones for Rotana with 23 Awards
Rotana announced yet further significant milestones in its’ enviable history of service, gaining further recognition of their commitment to quality customer care during recent award ceremonies held in Dubai that promotes excellence in the hospitality and tourism industry. Rotana packed a total of 23 awards during the prestigious MENA awards, Business Traveller ME awards and the 16th Annual World Travel Awards. Commenting on these achievements Imad Elias Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer for Rotana said: “These awards stand testimony to the dedication, enthusiasm and sheer professionalism that our entire team shows towards their work and the hospitality industry in this region. Expectations change and Rotana is constantly working to meet – and exceed – those expectations, in the quest for happy and satisfied customers”.
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Chef Dimitrios Culinary Classes at Ramses Hilton
Chef Dimitrios, Executive Chef of Ramses Hilton recently inaugurated his first culinary demonstration sessions at the hotel. The culinary demonstration session took place at Windows on the World Roof-top Restaurant Chef Dimitrios was happy to share his passion with a selected group of ladies who were shown during the session how to prepare and cook a complete Greek menu: Taramosalata “Cod Fish Row Salad and Garides Grecolimano“Shrimps Casserole” as a Starter , Arni Fricassee “Lamb Stew with Lettuce” Main Couse, and the famous Greek Loukoumadis for Dessert. A gastronomic lunch followed the demonstration where the ladies enjoyed the menu that had been prepared before them. Shown in the Picture: Chef Dimitrios, Ramses Hilton Executive Chef in a group picture with the ladies attending the Greek Cooking Class held at Windows on the World Restaurant at Ramses Hilton.
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Ramses Hilton won a Regional Award “Regional Winner for 2008 “
The Ramses Hilton has been selected as a winner of the global awards program “Regional Winner for 2008” in recognition of its achievement in reducing risk in the business, improving guest safety and applying good standards of safety and hygiene in the Hotel. “Wining such prestigious awards strengthens the fact that the Ramses Hilton’s team is the best and we are delighted to receive this award as we regard it as an acknowledgement of the high standards and best practices that we constantly seek to achieve at Ramses Hilton” stated Haitham Nassar, Ramses Hilton General Manager.
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ALL THE WAY FROM BORA BORA TO CAIRO
Didier Jardin New Hotel Manager at Four SeasonsHotel Cairo at The First Residence. Didier Jardin has joined Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence as Hotel Manager. He has taken over the helm of the 269-room as the new Hotel Manager and with that undeniably grand task; he brings extensive experience that he has cultivated from working 15 years across the world of Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts. A veteran hotelier Mr. Jardin started his career almost twenty six years ago in his home town, La Ferté-Bernard, in the Perthe-Sarthois hills of western France which is known to many as ‘Western Little Venice.’ A city with lovely waterways, green and peaceful landscape, rivers bring a soothing charm and the towns have a sense of history oozing from every stone.
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Great people, great atmosphere The Wheel launch by Semiramis InterContinental
Great Hotels Guests Love is IHG’s (InterContinental Hotels Group) core purpose; it’s what we’re all about. The Great Hotels Guests Love wheels have been created to help us focus on our guests. On May 18th we launched the Great Hotels Guests Love wheels in EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) Hotels across the region celebrated in many different and inventive ways. The Semiramis InterContinental started off May 18 with a wheel breakfast event. 6:30 am Jurgen Baumhoff, general manager and department heads welcomed staff with music, breakfast served on Wheel Frisbees coffee and tea. The breakfast was followed later on at 2:00 pm with a great launch party that took place simultaneously along with all other IHG Egypt wheel launches. A giant wheel cake prepared by Chef Marcel Driessen and his brigade of chefs was wheeled in and shared with all staff members to end off a perfect wheel day.
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Buddha Bar’s Music Composer @ The Cairo Marriott Hotel
Claude Challe, the Composer of Buddha Bar’s music chose to stay at the Cairo Marriott Hotel during his recent visit to Egypt to perform at Automech Expo 2009’s launching party. During his stay, Challe expressed his admiration for the Palace, the level of service and above all the friendliness and professionalism of all the associates at the hotel; making his stay a memorable one. In the Picture: Ulrich Huth, the General Manager of the Cairo Marriott Hotel with Claude Challe.
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Luxurious Enhancements At The Cairo Marriott Hotel
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Miss Germany 2009 in Hurghada Marriott Red Sea Resort
Elischebas Reisen, Miss Germany 2008/2009 has chosen Hurghada Marriott Red Sea Resort to spend her family vacation. "I like Hurghada so much, for me Egypt is a very nice place to go. There you can enjoy the Sun, good weather, the fabulous Red Sea, the nature. I spent the best vacation ever and I enjoyed everything, the resort, the nature, the crystal clear water, the BLUE concept, the friendly staff along with the highest service level you can ever get." Commented Elischebas. The picture shows Miss. Germany with Hurghada Marriott Staff welcoming her upon her arrival to the resort.
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The first FILINI in the Middle East New Motorsports Television Program Opens at Radisson BLU Hotel
The first FILINI in the Middle East Opens at Radisson BLU Hotel, Alexandria. The Rezidor hotel group, rapidly growing its world wide Italian restaurant brand, the Radisson BLU Hotel, Alexandria prides itself to open Filini bar and restaurant creatively providing the authentic Italian cuisine, unique atmosphere and the service excellence concept for which the fashionable brand is famous for.
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Marriott & Renaissance Hotels And Resorts In Egypt Celebrate Marriott International’s Environmental Awareness Month
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safir international hotel management and intensive quality training courses at both safir hotels cairo & zamalek
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