EgyTravel: Disconnect, Adventure, Party!

Travel is a mainstay on most people’s minds when planning the year ahead. We book holidays to have something to look forward to, a treat on the horizon to help us get through a rough month or busy schedules. Hard work needs a reward, and traveling locally can be a more realistic and achievable one for many. Cairo West Magazine has rounded up some fantastic options to suit different tastes, check out our picks for those in search of disconnect, adventure, or great parties!

DISCONNECT

Try to go as off the grid as possible! There are some great options in Egypt for total peace and disconnect. Head to Dahab or Nuweiba and camp in the desert under a blanket of stars or climb St Catherine’s to experience total calm and oneness with nature. Stay a bit closer to home and check out Fayoum, where you can deposit your stuff in a lodge and then head to Wadi el Hitan and camp by Magic Lake. If you want to venture even further, Siwa offers hot springs and peace. Camping trips can be arranged through your lodge or hotel.

DAHAB

Dive Urge

Tel: 0111 527 1493

Jaz Dahabeya Hotel

Tel: 069 3641264

NUWEIBA

Basata Village

Tel: 069 3500480

Rocksea Camp

Tel: 0112 529 2527

Meditation Village

Tel: 0100 111 3303

FAYOUM

Sobek Lodge

Tel: 0106 888 5423

Zad Al-Mosafer

Tel: 0100 639 5590

Lazib Inn Resort & Spa

Tel: 084 6820000

SIWA

Shali Lodge

Tel: 046 4602399

Taziry Ecolodge & Sustainable Village

Tel: 0101 633 3200

Albabenshal Guest House

Tel: 046 4601499

ADVENTURE

If your idea of a holiday is getting your blood pumping and exploring cultural hotspots, there are some options for you. Head to Ras Sedr and spend your time off delving into the sport of kitesurfing, where the winds are in our favor. Head further down towards Marsa Alam where you can dive, snorkel and quad bike all day in the pristine desert. Head even further down to Aswan and enjoy boat rides, Nubian Villages, and immerse yourself in heritage and culture.

RAS SEDR

Moon Beach Resort

Tel: 0121 288 8820

360 Kitesurfing Center

Tel: 0111 794 9666

The Kite Buzz

Tel: 0112 554 5616

MARSA ALAM

Marsa Shagra Village

Tel: 065 3380026

The Three Corners Happy Life Beach Resort

Tel: 0122 026 4264

Amore Safari

Tel: 0100 191 9999

ASWAN

AnaKato Nubian Houses

Tel: 0100 081 8833

Pyramisa Isis Island Resort

Tel:  097 2480001 – 097 2480100/3

Glory of Nubia Tours

Tel: 0122 147 2627

PARTY

If you’re looking for a party-fuelled holiday in Egypt, there’s only one place to head to during the colder months … El Gouna. Luckily, there is enough going on to fill a whole page of recommendations! They don’t call it a mini-Europe on the Red Sea coast for no reason … Fine dining, glitzy clubs, spacious beaches, and plush accommodations – here’s just some of our picks.

DINING

Chez Chantal

Tel: 0122 756 3373

La Scala Pizzeria

Tel: 065 3549702

Bleu Bleu

Tel: 0128 359 1110

Le Garage

Tel: 065 3580521

PARTY SPOTS

Aurora

Tel: 0109 133 7148

Barten

Tel: 77903

Pier 88

Tel: 0128 410 8820

BEACHES & POOLS

Moods Beach Club

Tel: 065 3580521 ext. 75512

Club 88 Pool

Tel: 0121 128 8866

The Clubhouse Pool Bar

Tel: 065 3549702

HOTELS

Ancient Sands

Tel: 065 3545682

La Maison Bleue

Tel: 0128 359 1110

The Three Corners Ocean View Hotel

Tel: 065 3580350

Hotel Arena Inn

Tel: 065 3580078

8 Dynamic Cairenes’ Bucket Lists

We posed a simple question to 8 movers and shakers on the Cairo scene … What are 3 things on your bucket list? Here are their answers!

NOUR ABOULELA

Aboulela is a fashion influencer of mixed origin; part Egyptian, Swiss, Lebanese and Sudanese. Multilingual and fashion-crazed, she starting blogging in 2013 as an outlet to express her enthusiasm for fashion and travel and the rest is history! Her social media channels have over 150,000 followers who follow her every stylish twist and turn. She also has an adorable dog and loves collecting vintage jewellery.

3 THINGS ON HER BUCKET LIST

More sports
More relaxation time
Healthier food habits

 

NORINE FARAH

Passionate about all forms of art and music, Farah’s work is inspired by avant-garde, drama and daring uniqueness. She launched her first collection at Cairo Fashion Festival III and later joined Cairo Couture Collections in 2015, followed by Tiffany’s New York Fashion Week in the same year. By 2016, Farah was nominated to represent Egypt in World Fashion Week Paris in Jardin des Tuileries, Louvre and she capped her year off by being chosen as one of Egypt’s most inspiring women by Women of Egypt Magazine.

Farah’s love for design isn’t only limited to haute couture. From swimwear design to upholstery fabric design to jewelry design, for this no challenge she won’t accept! The future seems bright for talented woman.

3 THINGS ON HER BUCKET LIST

Travel the world or as much of it as possible
Dress Scarlett Johansson
Showcase at Milan Fashion Week

 

FARAH EL SAYED

This stylist and art director was born and raised in Egypt and has been working in the Egyptian fashion industry since 2012. El Sayed has worked with pioneers, game changers, local and international established names such as Batool Al Daawi, Hussein Shaaban, and Ikon Chiba. Combining her fashion design studies with a passion for styling, she has managed to add diversity and a foreign element to create an image that has an identity of its own.

3 THINGS ON HER BUCKET LIST

Style an Alexander McQueen fashion show
Work with Vogue Italia
Own all the vintage wardrobe items in the world

 

 

HISHAM NAJI WALI

Egyptian by blood, but born and raised abroad, Wali began his career working in the family business across many sectors – IT, construction services, and oil and gas. The PR and Marketing graduate then turned his sights to designing accessories and has recently launched his own successful brand and company HUWA for men’s accessories.

3 THINGS ON HIS BUCKET LIST

Sky diving
Seeing the Egyptian president wear HUWA
Collaborating with Tom Ford

 

 

 

Ayman Hakky

Founder & Managing Director of The TriFactory, Hakky is a sports entrepreneur with six years of previous corporate experience working at British Petroleum. He launched Train For Aim in 2012 to help train budding athletes for participation in marathons, duathlons and triathlons. Hakky then founded The TriFactory in 2015 with a vision of developing the sport of triathlon in Egypt and the surrounding region. He was also recently elected a board member of Gezira Sporting Club in last November!

3 THINGS ON HIS BUCKET LIST:

Watch Egypt play in the World Cup
Expand his business abroad
Win a prestigious international award

OMAR MAGDY

Magdy studied International Business and Marketing in both Egypt and the UK, then returned to Egypt decided to focus fully on his family business of textile production. He then co-founded TICA’S, a business which focuses on high-quality embroidered towels. TICA’S has now expanded into different segments of the market and Madgy has founded “The Nest”, a business which creates home related wares to complement TICA’S products.

3 THINGS ON HIS BUCKET LIST

Acquire a private pilot license
Become a human glider
See TICA’S go public

BATOOL AL DAAWI

Founder of Blow Creative Studio, Al Daawi is based between Cairo and Dubai. A keen interest in many forms of art led her to pursue an education in Mass Communication focusing on broadcasting. A self taught photographer, she began to experiment with fashion photography and films and in 2013 set off to New York to expand her knowledge in photography and film. Having worked with some of the top fashion professionals in NYC, Al Daawi returned to Cairo and launched her own studio offering commercial, fashion, portraiture and fine art photography, and directing services.

3 THINGS ON HIS BUCKET LIST

Finish and publish her first photography book.
Start diving.
Travel to at least 2 new countries off her list of must visits.

 

IBRAHIM HODROJ

This director/producer/editor’s passion was sparked in high school during a group project to create a short movie. This self-taught filmmaker majored in TV broadcasting and radio in college, with his graduation project winning the Best Narrative Film award in Zayed Film Festival in Abu Dhabi. Since then he has worked with many advertising agencies and multinational clients on activations, events, corporate documentaries, real estate projects, and lots of social media content now that Digital Marketing has taken over. His latest venture has been Mahmoud el Essiely’s music video for “Mesh Madmoon” which hit #1 trending on YouTube all over Egypt.

3 THINGS ON HIS BUCKET LIST

Open up a small production hub for all kinds of video production
Produce more music videos, but only with artists that have an interesting style of music and art
Work on projects outside of Egypt to gain more recognition

Brad Pitt: 16 Red Carpet Moments

US actor Brad Pitt and actress Angelina Jolie arrive for the screening of the movie "Inglourious Basterds" directed by Quentin Tarantino in competition at the 62nd Cannes Film Festival on May 20, 2009. AFP PHOTO / LOIC VENANCE (Photo credit should read LOIC VENANCE/AFP/Getty Images)

Since the early 90’s, Mr Pitt has been catching our eye and melting our hearts. Even if he isn’t really your cup of tea, the man has his own unique style and swagger that is hard to beat! The way he’s able to pull off both the grungy “I don’t really care” look AND the cleaned up, slicked back tuxedo attire is a fashion feat in itself. And lest we mention the ever evolving facial hair .. Check out our red carpet gallery over the years, and a very happy birthday to the man himself!

What’s New Around Town – December 2017

Adams Dance Studio

Adams Dance studio has classes at all levels to suit everyone. Classes begin at beginner’s level and progress through to advanced for kids and adults. Classes on offer include Hip Hop, Salsa, Tango, Contemporary, Ballet, Gymnastics and many more. Also available are advanced programs for those seeking a professional level. If you are planning your wedding, there are programs to fit your first dance and second dance (Bridesmaid). Are you looking for private class or to rent studio space? We have what you’re looking for. Working Hours: Saturday to Wednesday from 4:00 to 11:00 pm

Address: Villa 38D Casa Verdi Compound, First Settlement, New Cairo

Tel: 0100 5555 137

Facebook: adamsdancestudio

Instagram: adamsdancestudio

Email: info@adamsdancestudio.com

Don Pets

Don Pets is the first Egyptian company to offer a full range of pet products. Locally sourced and manufactured, our products vary from wet and dry food for cats and dogs to leashes, treats, and toys. With a dedicated team of experts with decades in the pet industry, we present a high-quality super premium product tailored for Egypt’s climate. With added proteins, vitamins, minerals and natural oils, our food is packed with nutrients and natural flavors to keep your pet happy and healthy!

Tel: 0120 8288 880

Instagram: donpetseg

Facebook: DONpetsproducts

donpetproducts@gmail.com

Flavours Zone

Flavours Zone caters to your fine taste with a variety of dishes and sandwiches that you create your choice with special toppings and sauces while being within your budget.

Now delivering in Maadi.

For orders call 01000510202.

Jil

Ever since its foundation in 1940, Kabo has been known in the Middle East for producing high-quality Egyptian cotton products under the license of Jil, supported by Jil technical team in France.

Jil, previously known only for men’s underwear, now produces women’s and children’s garments as well.

KABaO has the exclusive rights to operate and sell the Jil brand, the largest distributed underwear and lounge-wear brand in Egypt, the Middle East and the African countries.

Locations: Dandy Mega Mall

Tel: 03 428 6585/6

Facebook: JilEgypt/

www.kabo.com.eg

Mashtal Garden Centers (MGC)

Mashtal Garden Centers (MGC) aims to provide novice and professional gardeners in Egypt with a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience through which they can acquire all the plants, supplies, equipment, services and information that they need to develop their gardening projects. We have a large selection of indoor and outdoor plants for customers to choose from and we offer free delivery anywhere in the greater Cairo area.

Location: Online

info@mashtalegypt.com

Facebook: MashtalEgypt

www.mashtalegypt.com

Muse Boutique

Muse Boutique is your mini concept store. We offer a wide range of apparel from different places to suit different tastes. From handmade accessories to bags with special hand drawn designs to embroidered capes, crowns, and your special occasion corsets and way more. Whether you’re looking for a casual look or formal apparel, at Muse Boutique, you will find it all.

Address: G9- Mazar Mall, Sheikh Zayed

Tel: 02 2379 525 67

Facebook: museboutiquecairo

Instagram: museboutiquecairo

Email: museboutiquecairo@gmail.com

Muse Home

Muse Home is where you will find all you need for your home. You will find anything from exquisitely patterned towels, bed sheets and linens, the best designer made fused glass to cushions and flowers to decorate your lovely home. We have got you covered. Visit us at Muse Home for the best designs, colors and quality to suit your taste at the best prices.

Address: G10- Mazar Mall, Sheikh Zayed

Tel: 02 2379 525 67

Facebook: musehomecairo

Instagram: musehomecairo

Email: musehomecairo@gmail.com

The Nail Shop

The Nail Shop is where ambience and expertise come together bringing you the highest standards in skin and nail luxury.

Working hours are 7 days a week from 10 am – 8 pm.

Address: CSA Maadi,  4 Road 21, Maadi

Tel: 01000049423

Facebook: The Nail Shop Egypt

Instagram: @thenailshopegypt

Nuntees

Nuntees has the sweet treat you’re looking for. First, choose from crunchy Belgian waffles that trap the taste in their little pockets, soft and thin French crepes, or crispy sizzling Spanish churros covered with cinnamon sugar. Next, choose your toppings, which range from fresh fruits to chocolate sauce in all its variants and sprinkles. Next and final step is when you indulge. If you want to recreate this experience you can visit our booth in Dandy Mega Mall and we can also provide an on-the-go station for kids’ birthday parties.

Location: Dandy Mega Mall

Tel: 0109 1294274

Style Treasure

The boutique includes exclusive brands and pieces that are not available anywhere else in Egypt. All Egyptian as we always give priority to top notch Egyptian brands.

Our working hours are daily from 10 am to 12 am.

Location: Citystars

Tel: 02 248 85 999

www.style-treasure.com

Maesta

Get High On Life At IL Monte Galala’s “Maesta”

Inspired by the captivating aura of Portofino, Italy, IL Monte Galala introduces yet another Red Sea gem, Maesta. Community developer Tatweer Misr joined forces with the world-renowned Italian architecture firm, Gianluca Peluffo and Partners, to establish this one-of-a-kind luxury destination by the summit of the Galala Mountain. Living 210 meters above the Red Sea’s glistening coast, the lavishly assembled gated community promises an atmosphere of ultimate exclusivity, mountain-top dining, a picturesque boutique hotel, relaxation, and kids’ entertainment, along with an interactive landscape where you can work out under eternal blue skies.

Maesta will offer water features, and a host of retail and leisure zones and facilities. Encompassed by iconic greenery and glistening water views, leisure areas are interconnected by zero noise panoramic inclined elevators that enrich the on-top-of-the-world experience by providing 360-degree views of the coastal surrounding.

Enjoy an abundance of facilities and services, niche commercial areas, as well as a full-fledged entertainment zone at your disposal and within minutes from home. The serenity of the calm water resounds in the meticulous arrangement of homes, as all of Maesta’s private villas, twin houses and chalets have double private access, securing a sense of peace and exclusivity.

Visit Egypt’s first mountaintop promenade, which makes its debut at 170 meters high located on top of the mountain with breathtaking views caressing its every angle.

A day at Maesta is never complete without its luxurious fine-dining spots, upscale shopping destinations, or a night out at one of its exclusive lounges, all of which decorate various corners of the entertainment zone. With a palate for luxurious dining, rich cultures, innovative flavors, and fine cuisine “the Sky Summit Restaurant” offers an ideal setting for a romantic start to a night with your loved ones.

Maesta’s boutique hotel offers a range of facilities and round-the-clock concierge services, in addition to 150 rooms overlooking the Red Sea, along with a multitude of restaurants. It’s the charming weekend getaway available all year round.

Tel: 16094

www.tatweermisr.com

Tea Party Baby & Toddler Wear

Tea Party Baby & Toddler Wear is an Egyptian homegrown brand designed to have our baby girls twirl in style with timeless garments crafted to last for generations. Inspired by the traditional Tea Party-dress up and pretend games, our aim is to bring back the charm and elegance to baby clothes allowing them to live their age and enjoy every moment of it.

Location: Online

Facebook & Instagram:

Tea Party Apparel

Email: teapartyapparel.eg@gmail.com

The Smokery Heliopolis

Vivid Life

Wellness & Self-development

 In Vivid Life, our clients can easily unwind and relax. Classes and workshops not only affect the individual internal harmony, emotional and physical health, but also on the child and family overall wellness. We offer: Women wellness, weight management, prenatal and postnatal yoga, kids and athletes ultimate growth programs: yoga, drama workshops, fitness and mental motivational coaching, workout (yoga,  zumba, swiss ball) and  yoga therapy.

Address: 13 Dr Naguib Hashad St.,

Heliopolis

Tel: 0155 570 6421

Whatsapp: +20 100 141 3026

XYZ Republic

XYZ Republic is the one and only practical business institution that provides you with comprehensive business programs, authentic concepts, and practical methodologies that get you right into the business game and guarantee you execution mastery with one of a kind hands-on and case-based programs.

Working hours: 10am – 5pm

Location: Arkan Plaza

Tel: 02 382 77077

Mobiles: 0110 28 7777 3/5

Email: info@xyzrepublic.com

Website: www.xyzrepublic.com

Instagram/Facebook: xyzrepub

Vivid Life

Vivid Life

Wellness & Self-development

 In Vivid Life, our clients can easily unwind and relax. Classes and workshops not only affect the individual internal harmony, emotional and physical health, but also on the child and family overall wellness. We offer: Women wellness, weight management, prenatal and postnatal yoga, kids and athletes ultimate growth programs: yoga, drama workshops, fitness and mental motivational coaching, workout (yoga,  zumba, swiss ball) and  yoga therapy.

Address: 13 Dr Naguib Hashad St.,

Heliopolis

Tel: 0155 570 6421

Whatsapp: +20 100 141 3026

What NOT to Miss on the East Side! December 2017

Brazilian Microblading  

Microblading is a form of permanent make up done in the eyebrows using a technique of individually drawing each hair stroke for a subtle and natural look. During the consultation the symmetry and shape of the eyebrows are calculated for the best result. This technique is now available in Cairo at the Brazilian Microblading Center, by appointment only.

Address: 70 El-Sayed El-Merghany, Almazah, Heliopolis

Working hours: 11 am to 9 pm

Telephone: 0111 0114 315 / 0106 7077 093 / 0102 2699 534

Facebook and Instagram: @brazilian_microblading

Ma7ali – Organic Deli and Grocery

Ma7ali sells fresh, clean and locally sourced food. It is now receiving fresh produce from Desert Lake Farms (Sara’s Organic Food and Lara’s Premium Produce) on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Sara’s Organic Food vegetables, fruits and herbs are EU organic certified, and grown with love and care at Desert Lake Farms.

Address: 10B Street 11, Maadi

Telephone: 0114 8482 448

Facebook and Instagram: @eatma7ali

The Cookery & Co

Founded for the love of food by three female entrepreneurs, The Cookery & Co is run by Nour El Sadat and Soraya Aboul Nasr, both Cordon Bleu trained chefs, and Amina Hassan, the business development mind behind the scenes. The Cookery & Co has now expanded from private dinners to catering corporate events and a summer pop-up restaurant earlier this year. The Cookery & Co is also creating a unique set of events under the umbrella of The Cookery Dining Club. Stay tuned!

 Telephone: 0114 4200 044

Facebook and Instagram: @thecookeryco

One Oak – Breakfast Menu

If you love One Oak’s sushi and steak, now at One Oak – Point 90 you can also indulge in the breakfast menu – served every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, from 10 am to 1pm.

Address: Point 90 Mall – New Cairo

Telephone: 16553

Facebook: @1oakegP90

Luka Gallery – Decorative Cushions and Table Runners

Why not add little touches of color to your space? Luka Gallery offers a unique selection of handmade cushions, runners and printed canvases for modern and contemporary homes. Its collections are out each season with new prints and sets, and they deliver orders to your doorstep.

Telephone: 0109 9952 594

Facebook and Instagram: @lukagalleryy

I am Cocosh

Each piece from I am Cocosh jewelry line is created with a story behind it. The power of the stones used by the Turkish designer, Nurdan, is reflected in her jewelry made with only semi-precious and crystal healing stones. She displays bracelets and necklaces in Cairo’s best bazaars or you can contact her for orders.

Telephone: 0100 8554 422

Facebook and Instagram: @iamcocosh

SALT – Old School Burger

We first spotted Salt at Cairo Festival City, where it operates out of a charming food truck in the Village area. The concept is simple: classic old school burgers, simple yet delicious, straight to the point. They are also open in Heliopolis and Maadi

Addresses:  Cairo Festival City Village Area, 95 Merghany Street in Heliopolis, and 6 El Nasr St in Maadi

Telephone: 0111 9401 112

Facebook and Instagram: @salteg

TV Shows December 2017

Dark

Season1. Ep.1
1 December 2017
A family saga with the supernatural twist, set in a German town, where the disappearance of two young children exposes the relationships among four families.

 Doctor Who

Season 11. Ep.1
25 December 2017
The further adventures of the time-traveling alien adventurer known as the Doctor, a Time Lord/Lady who can change appearance and gender, and his/ her companions.

Wormwood

Season 1. Ep.1
15 December 2017

This six-part series explores the limits of our knowledge about the past and the lengths, we’ll go in our search for the truth. A family story of one man’s sixty-year quest to identify the circumstances of his father’s mysterious death. A quest which brings him face-to-face with some of the darkest secrets of the United States.

The 2017 Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday shopping can be a hectic and exhausting time, and that is exactly why we sought to simplify the process and provide you some inspiration from some of the leading vendors and artisans in town! Check out some items we have gathered to get your creative gift-buying wheels churning. Click on image for product information.

The 2017 Holiday Gift Guide

Party Season Fashion 2017

A great party begins with a mood, followed by the aesthetic details. As the saying goes, the devil is in the details. This month we have plenty of devilish, sparkly, glittery, festive details for you! Browse our collection of glamour looks for December’s party extravaganza, featuring all the season’s big trends.

Swing Into the Party Season!

In Theaters December 2017

Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

Four teenagers discover an old video game console and are literally drawn into the game’s jungle setting becoming the adult avatars they chose.

Stars: Dwayne Johnson, Karen Gillan, Kevin Hart

 

Downsizing

“Downsizing” follows a kindly occupational therapist who undergoes a new procedure to be shrunken to four inches tall so that he and his wife can help save the planet and afford a nice lifestyle at the same time.

Stars: Matt Damon, Christoph Waltz, Hong Chau

Just Getting Started

A two-hander action comedy in the vein of Midnight Run about an ex-FBI agent (Jones) and an ex-mob lawyer in the witness protection program (Freeman) having to put aside their petty rivalry on the golf course to fend off a mob hit.

Stars: Morgan Freeman, Tommy Lee Jones, Rene Russo

The Greatest Showman 

Inspired by the imagination of P.T. Barnum, The Greatest Showman is an original musical that celebrates the birth of show business and tells of a visionary who rose from nothing to create a spectacle that became a worldwide sensation.

Stars: Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Hugh Jackman

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