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Golden Globes 2017
This month Lounge brought you a guide to the best dresses that took us by storm from the Golden Globe’s 74th Awards, where bare shoulders, thigh high open dresses, pink, yellow and black were taking over the red carpet, find your inspiration.
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Corsetted Waists & Military Chic There is nothing more feminine that flatters a woman’s body than a corset that makes her waste stand out and shows the curves of the body. Also, the military trend is occupying the fashion scene this season.
Beauty
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The latest & newest beauty products & news you need to know.
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You, Love & Life
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Show Your Love to Your Partner
Showing your love to your partner is essential, and telling them that you love them in unexpected ways shows how much they really mean to you. Lounge brings you some things to do to show your partner how much you love him/ her..
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Which Movie Couple Are You? No matter how many times we have watched them, we still fall in love with movie couples every time. If you want to know which movie couple you and your partner are, take this quiz and find out…
ENTERTAINMENT
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Dr. Mostafa Osama Medical Innovation
Lounge talks to Dr. Mostafa Osama, the innovative dentist, on how he turned Cosmetic Dentistry into art, how he managed to be one of the top dentists in Egypt, the celebrities he enjoyed working with the most and the secret behind his success.
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Qa3det Regala When Men open their hearts
‘Qa3det Regala’ recently aired on DMC Channel discusses the eternal conflict between Adam and Eve. This Valentine’s Lounge talks to Eyad Nassar and Sherif Salama, who tell us about what tempted them the most to participate in the show, what they loved the most about it and the guests who surprised them the most…
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Fifty Shades Darker
While Christian wrestles with his inner demons, Anastasia must confront the anger and envy of the women who came before her. Lounge brought you Dakota Johnson who plays Anastasia Steele and Jamie Dornan who plays Christian Grey to tell us all about the movie in their own words.
OUT & ABOUT
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Exoticism and Romanticism in a Dining Room Design
A feminine apartment in Museum Tower, Dallas, found on KOKET Nymph Chandelier the exotic touch that the owner is looking for to get an elegant and exquisite space.
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Deepika Padukone in xXx: Return of Xander Cage
Listed by Forbes as one of the highest paid actresses working today, Deepika Padukone is one of the movie’s most beloved stars in her native India. Her collaboration with co-star Vin Diesel and director DJ Caruso (I Am Number Four) in xXx marks her Hollywood debut.
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EVERY ISSUE
Chairman’s Letter Editor’s Letter
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Everything you need to know to be in the know, from celebrity to entertainment news to what’s in style, Lounge keeps you fully updated.
Lounge talks to founder of Arabish band Wael Nasr about how the idea came about, what made them stand out in such a short time and what they aspire to..
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HEALTH & FITNESS
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48 Health Desk
The latest & newest health and fitness news you need to know.
BUSINESS
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Hotels Experts
Lounge brought you the inspiring success stories of two Egyptian women, who made it to the top of the hotel industry. We went up-close and personal with Yasmine Sherif, Multi Property Director of Marketing Communications, JW Marriott & Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotels and Sherine Nakhla, Public Relations Director for InterContinental Hotels Group, Citystars to give their tips to other women, who want to make it to the top..
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Happy Birthday Aquarius 12 Signs you are a perfect couple
Some people happen to be in an ideal relationship while others are in a toxic one, this Valentine’s Lounge brought you 12 signs you are in the right relationship, if some apply, you are a couple made in heaven, and if not, then maybe it is an alarm to re-consider and never settle for less.
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Chairman’s Letter CHAIRMAN Ahmed Helal EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Sherif Ibrahim EXECUTIVE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Amira Tharwat GENERAL MANAGER Ahmed M. Hanohoum ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Khaled Ashraf Hegazy SENIOR EDITOR Reem El Shennawi SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR Ikram Zaki
This issue we are celebrating with you Valentine’s Day by bringing you a lot of exciting topics. But firstly, we brought to you the most talked about dentist Dr. Mostafa Osama to tell us more about how he turned Cosmetic Dentistry into art, how he managed to be one of the top dentists in Egypt, the celebrities he enjoyed working with the most and the secret behind his success. We opened the discussion between 2 of the presenters of the recently released show ‘Qa’det Regala,’ Eyad Nassar and Sherif Salama, who talk to us about what tempted them the most to participate in the show, what they loved the most about it and the guests who surprised them the most. In no time Arabish band was able to head Anghami’s music chart, and so we spoke to founder of Arabish band, Wael Nasr, about the music, how the idea came about, what made them stand out in such a short time and what they aspire to. This month, we brought to you two of the most pioneering women in the business world, Yasmine Sherif, Multi Property Director of Marketing Communications, JW Marriott & Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotels and Sherine Nakhla, Public Relations Director for InterContinental Hotels Group, Citystars to give us their tips to other women, who want to make it to the top. Speaking of love, this month we brought to you things to do with your partner (for him and for her) to tell them how much you love them, read our Relationship section. We also brought to you 12 signs you are a perfect couple in our Well Said section, don’t miss it. All this plus so much more! Happy Valentine’s everyone..
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“LA LA LAND” LOVE WILL PREVAIL Love is what makes us happy, it’s what we aspire to and what makes the world make sense, but is it enough? What about ambition!? What if your passion and the one thing you would love to accomplish in life comes in conflict with your partner’s dream? Would you sacrifice and live their dream, neglect yours and live with the feeling that you left your aspiration aside for the one you love? Is it healthy for the relationship? Is this the feeling lovers should live with? I hate ruining a movie’s plot especially when it is ‘La La Land,’ the hit movie that broke records of the largest number of Oscar nominations (14) and already caught 7 Grammies. The movie raises these questions, and unlike its name, I found it a very down to earth and realistic movie and not a story in a La La Land, where love will prevail at the end like all fairy tales. Leaving the movie with these deep questions made me wonder: would you leave it all behind for the emotions you share with the one? Are you being selfish to ask your partner to quit his career, passion or dreams to be with you? Or it requires true pure emotions to let your lover do what he loves, pursuit with his dream away from you, where you are merely satisfied with the feeling that somewhere in the world
he is living well, happy and is enjoying his life like a free bird rather than living without ambition or aim in life around you. I think it’s too greedy of me to think that there are people out there who would think the same because he won’t be a human being, he would be an angel in disguise. However, unlike the movie, I believe that when you find the right partner, who will shower you with love and care, a pure heart that truly loves you, don’t let it go no matter what. You will only live in regret, your dreams and aspirations can be attained sooner or later, but you only meet true love once in a life time, so don’t let it go. Simply, you can make your own La La Land on earth. I’ve lost faith in a lot of things, but love remains the cure and it is the one thing that would prevail. Happy Valentine’s everyone, hold your partner so tight and tell them how much they mean to you, putting emotions into words make it so powerful especially when it comes from the heart. And if you haven’t found true love yet, don’t give up and don’t settle for less because only true sincere love is what makes the world turns around, put everything right in its place and worth sacrificing everything for.
Amira Tharwat
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UMA THURMAN HITS OUT AT ‘ANGRY’ EX Uma Thurman has claimed her former fiancé Arpad Busson was “aggressive and angry.” Uma and her millionaire businessman ex are involved in a bitter custody battle over their fouryear-old Luna and Uma, 46, has alleged in court that Arpad got “meaner and meaner” over time. The pair were together off and on from 2007 to 2014 and Uma alleged that on one occasion, Arpad threw an “aggressive tantrum,” when Uma pulled out of a planned vacation to the Bahamas in 2009, as her daughter Maya, whose father is Ethan Hawke, had been injured in a bicycle accident.
JOHNNY DEPP & AMBER HEARD DIVIDE ASSETS
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard are divvying up their assets after their divorce was officially finalized. Court documents outline how the former couple will divide their assets and property. Heard will keep the dogs (Pistol and Boo). Heard will also keep a horse as well as two vehicles, a 2015 Range Rover and a 1968 Ford Mustang. Depp came away with all of his properties and real estate holdings across the globe, including Los Angeles, his home state of Kentucky, France and the Bahamas, where he retreated during his divorce.
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BELLA HADID BETRAYED BY SELENA GOMEZ & THE WEEKND
It’s been a tough period for Bella Hadid, that’s for sure. Earlier photos were published that showed Selena Gomez making out with Bella’s ex, The Weeknd. Bella was quick to unfollow Selena Gomez on Instagram after the photos were published. Bella feels betrayed by her onetime pal Selena for secretly dating The Weeknd for the past two months, who spent the holidays together. Bella is even more upset that Selena never mentioned a peep about the budding romance to her or her younger sister Gigi Hadid, who Selena counts as one of her best friends.
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Celebrity
MADONNA CLARIFIES HER ANTI-TRUMP SPEECH
Madonna delivered a speech at the Women’s March in Washington, D.C., but her profanity-ridden, confrontational speech raised a few eyebrows. After stating that she’s “thought an awful lot about blowing up the White House” and dropping three f-bombs, she took to Instagram to clear up any confusion. “The Rally was an amazing and beautiful experience. I came and performed Express Yourself and that’s exactly what I did. However, I want to clarify some very important things,” said Madonna, who explained that she does not encourage violence and felt that parts of her speech were taken “wildly out of context.”
JENNIFER LOPEZ IS ‘HEAD OVER HEELS’ FOR DRAKE
Looks like Jennifer Lopez and Drake are doing more than just making music. Jennifer’s romance with the rapper is heating up and is really happy. “She’s head over heels for Drake,” said a close source. “It’s a new relationship, but she really likes him. She’s really into him.” The pair first sparked romance rumors in late December, after Drake visited Lopez at her Las Vegas show. Drake and J.Lo were spotted enjoying an intimate dinner in Hollywood just before Christmas, and celebrated New Year’s together back in Vegas.
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AMERICAN HORROR STORY’ RENEWED THROUGH 2019
‘American Horror Story’ is going to stick around for a lot longer. FX has just renewed the annual limited series for another two installments. This is all the more remarkable because the show was already renewed for a seventh season airing this Fall. So this pickup is for an eighth and ninth round in addition to that. Assuming producers continue to generate one new horror tale per year; this will keep AHS on around through 2019.
FATAL ATTRACTION REBOOT CANCELLED
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Fox is not moving forward with a smallscreen adaptation of Fatal Attraction. Reports of the 1987 thriller, about a Manhattan attorney (played by Michael Douglas) and his lunatic mistress (Glenn Close), being rebooted as a limitedevent TV series first surfaced in July 2015. ‘Mad Men’‘s Maria and Andre Jacquemetton were expected to write and executive-produce. Rumour has it casting issues played into the project’s demise, as producers had a tough time finding an A-list actress interested in filling Close’s sizable shoes.
Entertainment
JAMES CORDEN JOINS ‘OCEAN’S EIGHT’ CAST
James Corden will moonlight from his hosting duties on ‘The Late Late Show With James Corden’ to take a supporting role in ‘Ocean’s Eight,’ the Gary Ross-directed caper spinoff for Warner Bros and Village Roadshow Pictures. Sandra Bullock stars with Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna and Helena Bonham Carter. As the group plans and executes a heist in New York, Corden will play an insurance investigator who grows suspicious of them.
ATLANTA SEASON 2 DELAYED UNTIL 2018
‘SPLIT’ DOMINATES U.S. BOX OFFICE WITH $40.2 MILLION
M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Split’ has turned into a horror hit with a surprisingly strong $40.2 million in its opening weekend at 3,038 North American locations. ‘Split,’ starring James McAvoy as a man with 24 different personalities, performed far above recent expectations for Universal and Blumhouse. It easily topped the 2015 launch of Shyamalan’s foundfootage horror movie ‘The Visit,’ which scored an opening weekend of $25.4 million.
Donald Glover‘s return to ‘Atlanta’ is being postponed. The second season of FX’s Golden Globe-winning comedy won’t premiere until 2018 “due to Glover’s production schedule,” the network announced. He’s set to appear in the upcoming ‘Star Wars’ movie about young Han Solo, currently in pre-production. In addition to ‘Atlanta’ winning Best Comedy Series at Sunday’s Globes, Glover was also recognized individually as the Best Actor in a Comedy Series.
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ENHANCE YOUR OUTDOORS THIS SEASON WITH CITIES BOUTIQUE Cities Design, Art & Lifestyle Boutique, best known for the eclectic, one -of-a-kind style that it brings to home décor, has the perfect design pieces to enrich your outdoor living areas this eventful winter season. Let Cities enhance your terrace, spice up your garden, or brighten up your patio with contemporary home accessories that will bring a creative touch and luxurious addition to your home.
MOUAWAD ‘MASTERPIECE COLLECTION’ SPARKLES AT VICTORIA’S SECRET FASHION SHOW 2016
Spanning a sixteen-year relationship with Victoria’s Secret, Mouawad has once again showcased its exclusive masterpieces on the runway of this year’s Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Paris. The VS lingerie models, known as Angels, were adorned with one-of-a-kind Mouawad creations featuring only the finest diamonds and gemstones, which helped usher in a triumphant statement at this year’s show.
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PANASONIC’S LATEST TOUGHBOOK & TOUGHPAD
Panasonic Toughbook and Toughpad, with its increased flexibility and mobility, are a perfect fit for business managers and their staff for their daily operations. The company also showcased its wide range of rugged tablets, which are available with Windows 10 such as the 20” Toughpad FZ-Y1, fit for design, engineering, and broadcasting applications. With its glove enabled touchscreen, up to 14-hour hot swappable battery life, purpose-built Vehicle Mount, and Desktop Port Replicator, is an incomparable mobile business machine.
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GILDA GRAND PAVÉ: DIAMONDS AND MORE
Eberhard & Co. presents the Gilda Grand Pavé as a glittering new addition to its range of Gilda ladies watches, whose oval shape can be seen on the wrists of the world’s most stylish and discerning women. The watch has an elliptical steel case and soft, harmonious lines enveloping a white mother of pearl dial with Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock. The case features 212 stunning diamonds on three rows which enhance the dial, while the crown is wrapped in 14 more diamonds.
LONGCHAMP’S STRASS Collection
Cradled in the palm of your hand or swinging on your shoulder, the evening bags in the Longchamp ‘Strass’ collection are precious little items for special occasions. Matched with a dress or tuxedo, they add the perfect finishing touch to a subtle, sophisticated feminine look.
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Valentine’s Day “Pink Passion Spa Retreat” Devarana Spa, the luxurious Thai-inspired spa chain and part of the internationally reputed Dusit International Group, was established to delivering outstanding spa services at selected five- star hotels. “Devarana” (pronounced te-wa-run) comes from Thai-Sanskrit, meaning “garden in heaven” Inspired by this concept, Devarana Spa excites the senses and makes guests feel truly special. Luxurious pampering and healing treatments are offered in a soothing and stress-relieving environment. Treat your sweetheart to Valentine’s Day to remember with a thorough pampering at Devarana Spa where, in celebration of the month of love, we are offering a Pink Passion body scrub and a blissful massage inspired the vibrant colors of romance Featuring strawberries and pink rose as the main ingredients, the lukewarm Pink Passion body scrub is high in AHA acid which helps to rejuvenate skin cells. Fresh rose petals and rice granules meanwhile further nourish the skin. After the body scrub, the relaxing journey is made complete with a relaxing massage of your choice followed by a dip in our hydrothermal pool and a luxurious stay at the exquisite Dusit suite To provide guests with the ultimate in relaxation and pampering, Devarana Spa’s well trained and skilled therapists expertly deliver a superb variety of treatments including massages, facial and body treatments, water treatments, beauty treatments and spa exclusive programs. Devarana Spa at Dusit Thani Lake View Cairo is truly palatial. Built over two floors the Spa comprises 13 treatment rooms including six singles, three doubles (for women), and two for specific Thai massage and rooms for manicure, pedicure and facials, all of which benefit from natural daylight. *For reservations, please call us at (02)26140020, or EXT: 7020. Email: cairo@devaranaspa.com *Devarana spa is located adjacent to DusitThaniLakeView Cairo Hotel on road 90, New Cairo
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Return to Tiffany™ heart tag diamond charm bracelet and pendants in 18 karat white, yellow and rose gold. Oval link bracelet in 18 karat gold, Tiffany T bracelet, Paloma Picasso® Loving Heart pendant in 18 karat gold, small and Paloma Picasso® Loving Heart bar pendant in 18 karat rose gold with a diamond, Tiffany T smile pendant in 18k gold with diamonds, Tiffany Keys petals key, Return to Tiffany® Love earrings, Return to Tiffany® Love bracelet in 18k rose gold with diamonds, Return to Tiffany™ heart tag diamond charm bracelet and pendants in 18 karat white, yellow and rose gold. Oval link bracelet in 18 karat gold.
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MILITARY CHIC
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MIU MIU
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The military trend is occupying the fashion scene this season, but most notably, a highlight to the military jacket revamped with added bows, pompoms and oriental prints.
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For a sexy touch, go for Miu Miu, yet, for a more classic look, go for Mulbery, Marni or Burberry; find your inspiration.
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There is nothing more feminine that faltters a woman’s body than a corset that makes her waste stand out and shows the curves of the body.
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This season the runway celebrated the trend through a Victorian classic look seen at Alexander Mcqueen and Loewe or a trendier funky look, where Balmain took the corset to another level by adding fur. However, if you want to get the look with a softer appeal, go for Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu or Prada.
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RED IN THE CITY BY BOURJOIS
The Red in the City collection by Bourjois embodies the Red colour and all its subtleties. Bourjois brings together 5 shades of Rouge Edition Velvet and Rouge Edition 12 heures lipsticks including 6 brand new shades. With a matte or semi matte finish, and a liquid or stick formula, this new collection puts Red in the spotlight, the common thread of seduction.
SALLY HANSEN INTRODUCES YET ANOTHER NAIL MIRACLE!
Following the major success of the first Miracle Gel launch, Sally Hansen has done it again, developing 6 new shades of Miracle Gel, adding to the award-winning Sally Hansen Miracle Gel collection: the most buzzed about at-home nail system. When partnered with the Miracle Gel shades, Miracle Gel Top Coat volumizes as it protects. The Top Coat formula delivers 2x the volume to your manicure, creating dramatically fuller-looking nails with a high-gloss, mirror shine finish.
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PREVAGE CITY SMART BY ELIZABETH ARDEN
Recognizing the global epidemic of pollution, Elizabeth Arden introduces a first-of-its-kind invisible skin shield. Prevage City Smart was developed to be a daily use product that combines pollution and UV protection with a DNA Enzyme Complex to strengthen skin. By neutralizing the impact of environmental and oxidative stress on the skin, Prevage City Smart effectively keeps it looking younger, smoother, brighter and protected.
MIU MIU L’EAU BLEUE
Youthful, colourful, sophisticated, and unique, MIU MIU L’eau Bleue fragrance offers a contemporary vision of the lily of the valley, wild rose twisted with akigalawood, a fragrance that’s all about freshness and joy. The bottle revisits the iconic blue but in glittering transparent glass. The glinting, refracted light of the bottle is topped off with an evocative yellow pastel disk reminiscent of the radiant MIU MIU girl.
RIMMEL FRESHER SKIN FOUNDATION
Want a foundation that is weightless and lets you feel fresh-faced all day long? Rimmel London introduces a revolution in lightweight texture: New Fresher Skin Foundation with SPF 15. Medium coverage with a barely-there feel, for an even, natural-looking, fresh finish that stays shine-free all day. Now you’re a real fresh faced beauty!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MÉTÉORITES!
This year the Météorites are celebrating 30 years’ expertise on behalf of women and radiance, and so they have been reinvented with collector’s items that promise a highly desirable rosy glow and continue to exude Guerlain Météorites’ iconic violet scent. Météorites Happy Glow Pearls is a new harmony with a combination of correcting and illuminating pearls to target signs of tiredness and reveal the skin’s natural radiance. Météorites Happy Glow Blush is inspired by Météorites Voyage and their compacted micro-pearls of powder in a travel-friendly compact, this 2-in-1 blush and highlighter product enhances the skin’s glow, it combines three colours of pearls.
OPI WASHINGTON DC
The Washington DC palette delivers a dramatic, sophisticated spin on classic fall hues. From the authoritative red of Madam President to the treasury-worthy deep olive of Suzi – The First Lady of Nails, OPI boldly casts its ballot for colour pure and powerful. Fashionforward lush green Stay Off the Lawn!! adds a jolt of power to fall looks, while (air) traffic-stopping yellow Never a Dulles Moment curries favour with movers and shakers. The collection includes these shades in both nail lacquer and GelColour formulas.
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Allie and Noah from The Notebook
Which Movie Couple Are You no matter how
many times we have watched them, we still fall in love with movie couples every time. If you want to know which movie couple you and your partner are, take this quiz and find out…
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What’s a typical friday night like for you and your significant other? Road tripping for a weekend getaway. Going for dinner followed by movies. Spending a relaxed, low-key night at his place. Grabbing drinks at your favourite place. How long have you been together? Two years. Five years and counting. Six months. Three weeks. How did you meet? At a bar. Through mutual friends. At work. On a dating website.
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What do you fight about most? He was with a girl last night and it wasn’t you. Walking the dog. Being behind on rent. He forgot it was Valentine’s Day. Do you think you will marry him? I don’t see it happening. I’ve never actually thought about it. We are married. Yes, we are engaged actually. What’s your favourite gift your significant other has given you? His love. Your favourite necklace that you never take off. Tickets to a concert. A Miami vacation.
Rose and Jack from Titanic
Carrie and Big from Sex and the City
Jerry and Dorothy from Jerry Maguire
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Rose and Jack from Titanic It doesn’t matter if that your parents don’t approve, your relationship is all about adventure and romance.
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Allie and Noah from The Notebook You’re in deep, deep love. A summer fling turned into something serious and exhilarating and you just can’t get enough.
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Jerry and Dorothy from Jerry Maguire You are a couple that everyone wants to hug. You genuinely support and love each other. He definitely had you at ‘hello’ and you love him with your whole heart and soul.
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Carrie and Big from Sex and the City You want more out of your relationship than your man is giving you and you look for adventure and a relationship that can give you just that.
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DR. MOSTAFA OSAMA Medical Innovation l
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Tell us more about yourself I always loved to do handcraft work since I was a kid; I loved drawing, sculpture and other stuff that require working with my hands. In high school, I used to draw and do sculpture work. At that time, I wanted to be enrolled in Faculty of Fine Arts, but because my father and mother are doctors, I had to be a doctor as it was my father’s will. I got enrolled in Dentistry, but I was not interested in the type of education especially the first year. After a couple of months, I had to concentrate on studying and in the second year, I used to practice art through designing teeth, which got me very interested. However, after graduating I got disappointed when I realized that the salary of the dentist in the Ministry of Health and Populations was 250 Egyptian pounds, which was around 30 dollars per months. The alternative was to have my own clinic, which requires a lot of money, I asked my father to help me open my own clinic, but he refused because he believed that I wasn’t ready at that time, and that I had to practice first. Many clinics refused to give me a salary because I had to get trained for a year or two in the beginning, which was impossible because I had to depend on myself financially after graduating, and that’s when I decided to quit working in this field. I took a lot of courses including, editing, production, interior design, photography and many others, and I decided to do what I love, but I realized that I can’t work in another field but mine. I then heard of an Egyptian dentist whom I decided to work with and with other dentists at the same time as well. I used to send out my resume to many clinics, but I wasn’t accepted. I insisted on working with a certain dentist whom refused me several times, but accepted me after a lot of trails. He paid me a small amount of money and I used to work for several other clinics at the same time to cover my expenses. I used to work for 16 hours a day and still practice my daily workout regularly, and I started to save some money from work. After 2 years, I decided to open my own clinic, but the rent was over my budget so, I rented a room in a doctor’s clinic. I depended on this doctor’s patients at the beginning, and I remember I was extremely happy with my first patient. After some time, the number of patients increased, and I started to work almost on daily basis until the doctor left the clinic and I worked alone, and then opened another clinic. My name became more popular and I specialized in cosmetic dentistry.
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Did these courses add to your career? Of course! At the time I wanted to quit this field I took a lot of courses including, editing, photography, interior design, production and many more as I mentioned before, which helped me later in my field. I now do the design of the clinic, I take photos of my patients, I design my patients’ smiles..etc. So basically, these courses added to my career. How did the Revolution affect your career especially that you started at the same time? I opened my clinic 4 months before the Revolution, and I had to close for nearly 2 months when the Revolution took place until the situation got better, which of course affected us all as Egyptians. Because I started my career in a difficult time I had to stand out, which is also difficult in my profession. I stated to work very hard so I can succeed in a country that is passing through a difficult phase. Thank God, I was able to stand out in cosmetic dentistry, and I reached many people from all over the world as I used to post before and after pictures and videos
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on the social media (YouTube, Facebook and Instagram), I actually made a record in the number of pictures and videos I have. Thankfully, I have patients from England, Canada, the United States, France and many more. I believe that this is the positive outcome from the Revolution as it forced me to work hard and succeed. You are one of the most prominent dentists, why didn’t you open your own Cosmetic Dentistry center? The number of dentists has recently increased especially after the increase in the number of private universities, and many of them can afford to open private centers for themselves, which is a dream to many dentists. Thank God, I can afford to this now after 10 years of experience, but out of experience I believe that opening a huge private center will make me a businessman not a dentist, and I will be focusing on operating a business not practicing my profession. So, I preferred to work by myself in my own clinic including, minor stuff like polishing for example because
the patient prefers that I do it myself. I enjoy doing my job and my reward is my patient’s satisfaction. Tell us more about your work with Miss Eco Universe.. Because of my work that I post on the social media, I was chosen to work on Miss Eco’s teeth, which I am proud of especially that they chose an Egyptian dentist. I worked on Miss Eco and the first two runner ups’ teeth, who enjoy the Hollywood smile right now. Miss Eco was very interested to fix her teeth with me as she saw an old patient whom I worked on her teeth previously; she was satisfied and happy with the final outcome. How do you manage to stay fit even though you have a very tight schedule? I work from 10 am till 6 pm so I can have time for myself, my friends and my family, which unfortunately reflects on my schedule at work and that’s why I have patients on the waiting list for months. Because of the type of work dentists have a difficult lifestyle and that’s why I am keen on having time for myself and my workout, which is a must for my personal and work life. Why aren’t you seen on TV? Of course being watched on TV and the media in general is pleasing, but I believe that a dentist is not a celebrity, he is a doctor. However, because I work with many celebrities and popular figures, whom I take pictures with made people want to know more about me and my work. Unfortunately, due to my tight schedule I don’t have time to appear on the media, which also requires a lot of time, and I can’t afford to change my schedule, and again I don’t believe that
appearing on TV as a dentist has a positive impact especially these days. Tell us more about your passion for traveling and exploring new places? I love traveling a lot as I believe that it’s an escape from work pressure, and it’s healthy for the soul and the body. I spend 4 days every month in a new place whether inside or outside Egypt, but of course I prefer to travel outside to learn more about other cultures. I loved Spain especially Barcelona, South Africa, Malaysia, Thailand, and many more. In Egypt, I am in love with Aswan. You drew a smile on many public figures, which patient influenced you the most? I work with many people from different fields including well known public figures, businessmen as well as celebrities. However, working on Adel Emam’s teeth was rewarding; I was extremely happy and proud to be able to draw a smile on his face. Even though you are young, you were able to succeed in your field, how did you do that? Cosmetic Dentistry has become a field that is similar to celebrities’ field to the extent that many dentists have become celebrities themselves, which was not my aim. My goal was to make the best results and create the best smile on my patient. As I mentioned before, I have before and after pictures and videos for every patient, which created a huge database, and I was able to work with many patients in a short time because a lot of patients came to me through other patients, and the word of mouth played a big role in my success.
Do you believe in love at first sight? Love is the most fulfilling feeling in the world, a stable person is the one who is able to love. I definitely believe in love at first sight because it happened to me with my wife. I never knew that feeling until I met her as a patient in my clinic. She came with her sister, who convinced her to visit me because she wanted to go to another dentist (laughs). I knew that we were going to get married the minute I saw her, and it happened although I was totally against marriage. It’s a beautiful love story and I’m extremely happy with my wife, she supported me and pushed me to work hard and succeed. Behind every successful man a woman, does this apply to you? Thank God, I was successful in my field already, but certainly my wife greatly affected me in a positive way. She is a smart interior designer, she has fresh and creative ideas that help me a lot in my field, and I can’t deny that she is the reason behind my success. She is completely dedicated to our life together as well as my work. What are your future plans? I succeeded in Cosmetic Dentistry, but definitely I have to improve and work harder. I have to develop my career and my specialization and I’m working on this already. I am one of many other dentists from all over the world who are doing a research together in Germany on improving the material used in Cosmetic Dentistry. This study will take around 5 years of working, and its aim is to develop the material used in dentistry and its efficiency for lifetime results.
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What tempted you the most to accept joining the program and become a TV presenter for the first time? Eyad: Firstly, the theme of the show was a group of men having a chat together, and Producer Saliee Waly asked Sherif, Maxim and I to present the show. I didn’t have a problem with being a presenter, but I had to make sure that the show is being presented by an actor, otherwise I don’t need to be a presenter as I’m an actor and this is my career. So, I agreed and we discussed the format. We changed the preparing team more than once and did our researches until we came out with the final format of the show, where we adapt men’s points of views that make some women angry within relationships. We listen to women’s point of view and discuss it. I felt that this format suits me as an actor; it might be the first and last experience for me as a presenter. Sherif: Like Eyad; the theme of the show that allows the guest to speak freely and naturally. Also, the show should be presented by an actor because many points of views are discussed, and I believe that an actor is the best person to present that. I consider it as an acting workshop to act and have fun and eventually, we present important issues that the society can be interested in especially women because we support women in that show, and represent samples of women who think differently. That was the thing that attracted me to join that show. Also, I won’t be a stereotypical presenter, who asks normal questions; it’s a new and different show with different ideas. The three of you are married, weren’t you afraid your wives won’t feel comfortable about your views on marriage especially that it is a TV show not a movie? Eyad: No, because it’s not my own personal point of view, nor its Sherif’s or Maxim’s, it’s a point of view that we are against. We
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can’t just discuss this opinion in a philosophic way like academics; we are not teachers, and these type of shows are very boring and idealistic. We present a way of thinking and people judge. As for my wife; on the contrary, she understood the idea just like anyone else, we are acting. Sherif: No, as it’s not my own personal point of view, it’s someone who is out there in the society. Also, in the first episode you can see many different points of views, and I had a neutral and flexible opinion that presents the different points of views. The main idea of the show, if you watched the previous segment, is that our job is to get the guest to dig into the topic and agree on all what she says. The target is to make the guest accept the topic and discuss it with other kinds of personalities. So, it’s a funny game! What is the thing you enjoyed the most about the experience? Eyad: The show is like an entertaining acting workshop, where you have to defend an idea which you don’t believe in, at the same time, you have to prove that it is wrong and the guest is right. Sherif: I enjoyed the most meeting with Maxim and Eyad, as it is the first time to work together. The other thing is that, as I said before, I consider the show as an entertaining acting workshop, where you can act and improvise. Improvisation is very entertaining as firstly, I start to think about the role and simply deliver his point of view. The other thing is the collaboration with S Productions as Saliee is a smart, clever and professional producer, who you can just trust her, not to mention that the idea of the show is magnificent. Which guest surprised you the most? And the guest that proved you wrong all the way? Eyad: Actually, I’m not trying to be diplomatic, but all of the guests surprised
me and all of them have their own opinion. We’re not talking about personal topics that’s why everyone of them was defending the case and supporting the idea as a woman. All of the episodes were surprising. Sherif: Like Eyad, all of them because we present different points of views and give bad examples to each guest. I was surprised by all the guests because they all defend women and support a true point of view as we represent negative examples so, I was surprised all the time with their way of thinking. Who is the guest you were excited to interview? Eyad: I was excited with Mona Zaki’s episode especially that we just wrapped up filming a TV drama together ‘Afrah Al Qobba’ (Wedding Song). I was excited to meet her as she would see a new part of me she didn’t witness during filming. All the episodes were entertaining. Sherif: I was excited to meet them all as we did our best to think about topics that suits them and their way of thinking. I was pleased with all the guests we interviewed. Away from the ideas you adopt in the program, what is the one thing that you believe could make a woman win a man’s heart? And the thing that could make an end to the relationship? Eyad: Any couple should know that life is easier, you don’t need to complicate things and you have to face any challenges that come on the way together, the simpler the relationship is, the longer it lasts. You have to speak to each other and know every tiny detail about each other. Learn how to be different and know the differences between each other. Selfishness is a killer and it can end the relationship. Sherif: Stubbornness could end any relationship; however, acceptance and being merciful can win any man’s heart.
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n no time Arabish band was able to head Anghami’s music chart, thanks to its unique lyrics, sensational music and passionate voices. Amira Tharwat talks to founder of Arabish band Wael Nasr about the music, how the idea came about, what made them stand out in such a short time and what they aspire to..
Introduce yourself to Lounge readers… We are Arabish, a band that consists of 4 members: Wael Nasr, 35 (Founder, Guitarist and Instrumentalist) as well as an engineer, Zeina El Shazly, 17, high school student (Singer), Habiba Zahran, 21, Junior pharmacy student (Singer), Omar El Farouk, 22, Senior Business student (Singer). How did the idea of Arabish come about? It all began when I started searching for talented singers to collaborate with and create covers in a previous musical project. After coming across all 3, I found out that we have a special kind of chemistry when we performed together so, we all decided that we should start a band and we came up with the name ‘Arabish.’ What is the significance of the name? We came up with the idea because we wanted a name that represents the idea of the band, which was that we sing Arabic lyrics using English songs’ techniques. You appeared in Arabs Got Talent as a member of ‘Redeemers’ band that plays metal music in English, what is the secret behind the shift to Arabish? There was no shift at all; I still play in both bands because I like both styles of music.
The album is heading Anghami application music charts, did you expect this success? We never actually thought it would happen this fast! Each song has a different story from the other, what inspires you? And who writes your lyrics? Our inspiration comes from the Egyptian streets, everything happening around us, and what people go through every day. All songs ideas are mine, most of the songs on the album were written by Jermeen Nasr, and the rest of the songs were written individually by Hany Harb, Donia Walid Anis, Ahmed Ghaith, and Sarah El Gammal. You did an Arabic version to Adele’s Hello, why did you choose this song in particular? We really like this song, and we thought that people would enjoy listening to an Arabic version of it with a story that people would relate to. Arabish is launched online through Anghami application, why didn’t you release it on a CD? We just wanted to make the album easy and free to reach everyone.
Who are the underground bands that you aspire to in Egypt or worldwide? At this very moment, we are not familiar with the characteristics of underground artists, but if you want to know our favourite artists they are, MTM, Cheb Khaled, Amr Diab, Mohamed Fouad, Aida Elayoubi, Michael Jackson, Celine Dion, One Direction, Lady Gaga and Sia. Who would you love to do duet with? Definitely, Cheb Khaled, Amr Diab, and Mahmoud El Essily. Your live shows are always a success, what do you enjoy the most about being on stage? Performing is our passion, and what’s better than sharing your passion with fans and having them sing along our songs with us! What about Lebanon’s tour? Tell us more about it… It’s a surprise; you’ll know everything very soon. Where do you see Arabish going in the future? We’re working on taking the band to the next level, coming up with even more creative ideas and reaching out to as much people as possible locally and internationally. We want to be a true inspiration to others.
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HOTELS EXPERTS in an attempt to celebrate the empowerment
of women and spread positivity, Amira Tharwat brought you the inspiring success stories of two Egyptian women, who made it to the top of the hotel industry. We went up-close and personal with Yasmine Sherif, Multi Property Director of Marketing Communications, JW Marriott & Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotels and Sherine Nakhla, Public Relations Director for InterContinental Hotels Group, Citystars to give their tips to other women, who want to make it to the top..
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Public Relations Director for InterContinental Hotels Group, Citystars. Tell us more about you… I got my Bachelor of Arts from the American University in Cairo in February 1993 majoring in Mass Communication (Advertising & PR) and a minor in Anthropology. I am a true Aquarius, unpredictable and extremely independent. I am an ‘idea’ person. I worked at Saatchi & Saatchi Advertising for 5 years when I graduated from university and then, when I had my first daughter I moved on to a part time job in Market Research as qualitative research moderator. I am an only child and a mother of 3 amazing children, Nour (19 years) Hana (15) & Assil (10 years) so, you can figure out my age! Besides being one of the top PR Directors in Egypt, what are your hobbies? I love to cook & bake although when I first got married I barely knew how to boil an egg. I enjoy handicrafts and creative decorative items with my hands and love to plan parties, my daughter’s friends tell me I should have been a party planner. I love anything that has details! You’ve been in the marketing field for 20 years, what are the biggest challenges you encountered to reach such a distinguished position? I must admit that I consider challenges learning steps. My biggest challenge in life is to be the best I can and I take each day as a lesson to get there. This applies not only to my personal, but also to my professional life, for one cannot be separated from the other as they both complete us and while doing this to maintain a sense of humour and not losing sight of who I am and my dreams and aspirations.
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What is the thing that distinguishes InterContinental Citystars from any other hotel in the capital? Good question. When I first got interviewed for the job at Citystars in 2004, it was unheard of to have a luxury hotel away from the River Nile. However, IHG Hotels Cairo Citystars are really unique hotels. Being in a complex like Citystars with 600 + of the most luxurious shops in Stars Center in the middle, cinemas, entertainment, offices and residential units around is not comparable to any other. The way InterContinental Cairo Citystars hotel is built with the number of rooms and suites (824), meeting rooms (26) landscape and service makes you feel in a resort with the city hotels luxury. The 3 IHG hotels in Citystars have together 1300 rooms which is ideal for big conferences. At InterContinental Cairo Citystars, we have 2 floors which are called ‘Signature Floors.’ The suites & rooms on these floors offer butler service and Club InterContinental access yet, another aspect of our luxury service. I must admit, staying in any of our hotels is an experience on its own, let alone the proximity of the hotels to downtown Cairo, New Cairo or the airport. You are literally one step away from everything even shopping. You have girls & a son, what do you wish to see them doing when they grow up? I will always support them in whatever they have a passion for. I always tell my kids that if they love what they do they will succeed so I do not interfere in what they want to do in their future. I only give advice and direction. Nour my eldest is 19 and she is currently studying Integrated Marketing Communications at AUC. She is extremely creative and loves film making & art direction. Hana is 15 and has a passion for art. She is extremely talented in drawing and wants to study Interior design. My son Assil is 10, a fanatic football player and wants to be a professional football player when he grows up. He currently plays with Real Madrid Academy in Cairo and has all those dreams of going international one day. What is your marketing plan for the hotel in 2017?
Our key highlights for 2017 will be our Signature suites and rooms on Club InterContinental floors. And of course our 10 restaurants specially ‘Al Khal,’ which offers a variety of authentic homemade Egyptian dishes from every governorate in Egypt and ‘Indira’ our Indian Restaurant at Holiday Inn that is one of the top restaurants in Cairo. We also have different strategies for weddings and outside catering. How do you see the future of business in Egypt during such a hard economical situation? I feel very positive about the economic measures that the government has taken. The effects of the liberalization of the Egyptian pound and the scrapping of fuel subsidies, both of which took place in early November, continue to be felt in the economy. Nonetheless, the government continues to push forward reform-oriented policies aimed at encouraging investment and reviving the economy. We see foreign investors returning to Egypt building companies staffed by Egyptians, producing everything from cars to yoghurt, textiles to telecoms equipment. I think that the financial sector is strong and stable too with some of the most professional banks in the region. I believe that Egypt is rich in resources and can really revive its position on the Middle Eastern and African business map. What are your tips for the upcoming entrepreneurs who want to succeed in the business world? Succeeding as an entrepreneur takes hard work and persistence. Follow your passion, communicate effectively, learn from past mistakes, lead by example and never stop improving yourself. It is very important to love what you do and always be mindful of your attitude. Striking a balance for all of these things may take a while, but I would advise upcoming entrepreneurs to work towards this list as a goal for starting Any special packages for the Valentine’s Day? We have many surprises that cater love to all tastes; you should come to find out.
Tell us more about you… My name is Yasmine Sherif, and I am 32 years old. I am the Multi Property Director of Marketing Communications to Cairo’s Idyllic Corporate & Leisure Resort “JW Marriott” & New Cairo’s stunning discovery and the city’s first encounter with the Renaissance brand, a tranquil yet, dynamic European inspired sanctuary “Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel.” Both parts of the luxurious 400-acre gated community Mirage City. I graduated from Misr International University, major Business and minor Economics. I have always been passionate about the Tourism industry to the extent that I trained for 3 summers in different departments. I am considered a fun-loving, excitement seeker, optimistic and spontaneous Sagittarius. Besides being one of the top PR directors in Egypt, what are your hobbies? I love my job and I do not see myself doing any other job; however, everyone must maintain a work life balance so, in my free time I manage to cater for a few of my hobbies like fashion and styling, shopping of course (who doesn’t Multi Property love shopping), bowling, spending quality time Director of with family, friends & my dog Bruno, colouring, watching movies, travelling and eating out. Marketing Behind every successful woman an Communications, understanding man, does that apply to you? JW Marriott & In April 2017, my husband and I will be Renaissance married for 7 beautiful years. Throughout those years, Omar, my husband, has been exhibiting Cairo Mirage patience, an understanding partner and most City Hotels of all supportive, in addition to being my stress reliever. I must admit that I wouldn’t have reached where I am now without him. I am so grateful for his love and support! its elegance and stylishness. Exhibitors featured What are the things that distinguish JW a wide selection of Christmas themed goodies Marriott & Renaissance Cairo Mirage City in addition to jewelry, handmade crafts, home Hotel from any other hotel in the capital? accessories and clothes. Elite society members The strategic location of both properties in New enjoyed the fascinating event featuring the Cairo. Located in the gated community of the festive atmosphere, coupled with a tantalizing prestigious Mirage City, the hotel premise is an healthy lunch presented by the talented culinary oasis of calm, a place to relax and enjoy traffic, team along with the joyful DJ tunes and the noise and pollution free Cairo. They are also unprecedented hospitality. Charms JW Ladies minutes away from Cairo International Airport. Society is an exclusive club for social and The combination of luxurious accommodations cultural gathering that hosts many events and at the JW Cairo and stylish accommodations seminars, which offer exciting and new ideas at Renaissance Cairo caters to all tastes thus, about the daily life of the modern woman, secures unquestioned success. The fact that which are designed to enhance the lifestyle of both hotels offer more than 18 restaurants, bars the members. We endeavor to host a variety of and lounges featuring authentic International events highlighting different aspects of the Hotel, cuisines with native chefs from all around such as the Spa, dining options and Chefs the globe catering to all culinary tastes and as well as inviting a prominent guest speaker. moods. Guests at both properties have shared Members’ benefits include; exclusive access to services such as, the 27 Championship Golf themed events (four events annually) featuring course designed by European architect Peter a prominent guest speaker. They also enjoy Harradine in addition to prestigious 27,000 complimentary dinner voucher for 2 persons square feet Thai, Mandara Spa with over 30 either at Lemongrass restaurant, Ahlein restaurant exotic treatments and an expansive choice or Mirage Café, complimentary Spa treatment of 12 treatment rooms and suites with Thai for one person, and last but not least a special therapists. JW Marriott Cairo Hotel and 20% early bird savings at Mandara Spa. Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel guests What is your marketing plan for the hotels will always have the opportunity of using the in 2017? facilities offered in both hotels simultaneously, of JW Marriott & Renaissance Cairo Mirage City course, by providing guests golf cars for easy Hotels key objective for 2017 is to maintain transportation between both properties. Rev Par index number 1 positioning in the Tell us more about Charms Christmas market and drive occupancy due to the brand, Bazaar at JW Marriott that was the talk of location, phenomenal market coverage and on the town… top of that, the relationship to sustain existing Festive Christmas celebrations with gastronomic business and capitalizing on new opportunities. feasts were the theme of the Charms Bazaar, How do you see the future of business the fourth annual event in 2016 for the exclusive in Egypt during such a hard economic Charms JW Ladies Society Club members at situation? Cairo’s idyllic leisure resort, a unique hospitality I am optimistic about Egypt; we should focus hallmark in the nation’s dynamic capital. The on establishing more power plants, improving impressive bazaar took place at the grand and public finances, attracting foreign investment, glamorous Tutankhamun ballroom, known for transitioning to a flexible exchange rate system,
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and expanding the private sector thus quickly get back to the normal level of tourism. Tourism officials should step up their marketing measures accordingly, focusing on increased participation at international events and media marketing activities. With the Egyptian pound floatation, the coming period will hopefully witness a further influx of direct and indirect investments to Egypt, which will be positively reflected in the GDP. What are your tips for the upcoming entrepreneurs who want to succeed in the business world? That’s a tough question, the ones currently on the top of my mind include: do what you are passionate about and get involved with something you believe in. Believe in yourself and capabilities don’t let anyone bring you down. Take the risk since it’s always worth it and build a team while hiring character. Any special packages for the Valentine’s? Scatter love with joy and passion this Valentines at JW Marriott Cairo and delight your special one with a romantic four course set menu experience at your choice of one of our signature restaurants; Plateau, Ahlein, JW’s Steakhouse, Lemongrass, Mirage Café or Cucina depending on your cuisine preferences. You can also experience a couple’s retreat and revive your senses with our special Valentine spa treatment for your better half or couples at Mandara Spa. On the other hand, Valentines at Renaissance Cairo is definitely one of the perfect places to celebrate this occasion. Our exclusive four courses set menus and live entertainment at Citron the Mediterranean restaurant and Chinoix the authentic Chinese restaurant will guarantee you have the most fascinating time ever. If you prefer a more live and engaging outing head to Vintage Bar & Lounge and enjoy a Valentine’s Party filled with passionate energy and live band!
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Laura Lee Clark Interior Design choose KOKET’s Nymph Chandelier to be the statement piece in this Dallas apartment, located in Museum Tower. The feminine apartment was purchased by a lady who was looking for a place that could combine elegance and lavish, but yet with a very feminine look.
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“She wanted it to reflect her personality. She’s a single woman, and she could do what she wanted to do – she didn’t have any rules. She’s friendly with lots of good energy,” explains Laura Lee. The interior design company get the feminine interior design that the client want combining different shadows of pink with exclusive design, exquisite furniture pieces. The final touch was the tempting and seductive Nymph Chandelier.
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The exotic and daring chandelier with gold butterflies flying all around the brass structure makes this dining room a flirtatiously whimsical to the eye. Showers of golden and wildly butterflies are mixed with the innocent pink room design to create a provocative ambiance with both daring and elegant. The exotic image of butterflies flying free and wildly gave the inspiration for Nymph Chandelier. The elegant movement of this feminine animal is represented in the KOKET chandelier. Every single butterfly is handmade for master artisans that work for each one of this butterflies has its perfect singularity.
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Nymph Chandelier is a luxury piece which represents the innocent drama of a whimsical butterfly through the enchanted journey of life. This lighting is the perfect representation of women and their two different sides – the gentle, elegant and glamourous side and the wild one.
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Celebrate Love at The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo Love is in the air this February at The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo. Offering many exciting and elegant experiences including an exclusive room offer, spa packages, themed parties and romantic dinners, The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo has lots in store for you and your loved one this Valentine’s Day.
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Vivo, the Italian gastronomic restaurant has created two romantic experiences for couples. The packages include romantic dinner with three and five-course meals accompanied with wine and a bouquet of roses overlooking the beautiful panoramic view of the Nile. Vivo will also offer entertainment by the dreamy sounds of live opera singer and violinist Samira Riachy. At Nox, couples can relive the magic of nostalgic music with a tribute to the Beatles “Glass Onion” band, having a fantastic high energy performance that will have couples dancing the night away. The party will also be hosted by DJ Ahmed Ghandokly, the romantic sound of violinist Samira Riachy and a belly dance performance by Sahar, all with an exclusive dine and party rooftop experience with a magical Nile backdrop. There is nothing better than spending quality time with your partner in the spa at The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo. Pamper yourself and the one you love with ‘Peloid Treatment Chamber’, a luxurious treatment designed to transport you and your partner onto an unforgettable romantic journey. It starts with a full body exfoliation, after which different types of mineral muds are applied followed by a full body massage and a complimentary pedicure. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo also offers ‘Be My Valentine’ package. Whether you experience any of the dining options or the spa treatments on the day of love, you will enjoy a special rate to spend the night with your partner in any of the hotel’s luxurious rooms, including a complimentary breakfast on the following day. For more details and booking, please call +2 (02) 2577 8899.
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brand news DURING THE OPENING OF ITS FOURTH SMART STORE IN “CITY STARS” ORANGE EGYPT CONTINUES TO OFFER UNIQUE AND FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS TO ALL CUSTOMERS
Orange Egypt, announced the opening of its fourth “Smart Store” in Egypt in a spectacular celebration which took place at the new store premises in City Stars mall, in the presence of Orange officials. Through this store, Orange Egypt continues to offer a new world of products, services and promotions for all its customers that will make their daily lives better and more simple, and enjoy a better customer experience as well as enhancing the value they get from products and services. The products and services also reflect the company keenness on providing state-of-the-art technological solutions to companies that are designed according to their own needs. On this occasion, Eng. Ashraf Halim, Chief Commercial Officer, Orange Egypt Stated “Orange has always provided exclusive offers to its customers. It continues to do so in line with its policy and ongoing efforts to provide more added-value to current and potential clients. Orange will always strive to offer the best mobile communications and fixed internet services (Orange DSL) with the best quality for the best customer experience. In our smart stores customers can enjoy special assistance and unique services by our experts at the dedicated Care Corner such as mobile data transfer, mobile internet setup, Orange applications and much more.”
RADISSON BLU HOTEL, ALEXANDRIA CELEBRATED THE NEW YEAR’S EVE 2017
In a fabulous unforgettable night, Radisson Blu Hotel, Alexandria celebrated the New Year’s Eve 2017. On the melodies of the Super Stars Jannat & Hossam Habib as well as the belly dancer Dalida, DJ and the Russian show. All guests praised the high quality of service, delicious buffet, well organization in addition to the impressive decoration. The event was held in Symphony Ballroom, the latest addition to Radisson Blu Hotel, Alexandria and lasts till the early hours of the morning.
MASTER CLASS: PDO EUROPEAN CHEESE COOKING DEMO & TASTING EVENT AT SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO
Semiramis InterContinental Cairo hosted the Agriform Master Class: PDO European Cheese Cooking Demo & Tasting Event, in collaboration with the Egyptian Chef’s Association at the awardwinning Pane Vino Italian restaurant, where chefs Giovanni Romagnoli and Vincenzo Gulielmi taught attendees how to prepare a selection of traditional Italian favourites as well as their own distinctive creations. Guest chefs and media personalities had the opportunity both to taste and to learn how to prepare authentic and original dishes using these superior cheeses while enjoying the cozy ambience of Pane Vino.
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ACCOR HOTELS EGYPT SUPPORT THE HEROES OF TOMORROW DURING 2016’S SOLIDARITY WEEK
Accor Hotels solidarity week 2016 witnessed the unity of Fairmont Nile City, Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah, Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor, and Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan in a charitable initiative at 57357 Children Cancer’s Hospital. The hotel teams wore golden ribbons to raise awareness about childhood cancer on Fairmont Nile City’s first solidarity week under the AccorHotels’ umbrella. In an objective to put a smile on the children’s faces, the hotel teams including Frank Naboulsi, Regional Vice President & General Manager Fairmont Nile City, and Laurent Betourne, Area General Manager, Sofitel Egypt, Sofitel Luxury Hotels and Resorts, lent a helping hand to the hospital by throwing a fun day with a DJ, magician, clowns, and toys subsidized to Fairmont Nile City by Hamleys Egypt to lift the spirits of the little warriors in their fight against childhood cancer.
BRING YOUR FAVORITE PEOPLE TO THE BEST DESTINATIONS EL GOUNA
This time of the year should not be spent at home, no matter how long you and your mate have been together. Meet your lover, friends or family at Sheraton Miramar El Gouna and show them you care. Sheraton Miramar El-Gouna offers the cupid Palace Package that includes romantic dinner in the amorous setting of the palace suite pool overlooking the red sea, good morning massage and breakfast and embroidered bathrobes to keep a memory of that day .. Especially for Valentine’s, a variety of massage options are available in five different treatment rooms, and serenity is also available at a unisex sauna and steam room, plunge pool and relaxation area. Invite your beloved ones for unforgettable getaway!
DINING WITH WINTER FLAIR AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL ALEXANDRIA
Glamorous Alexandria with its marvellous seaside scenery has been described in novels and enchanted writers through the centuries. Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano remembers glorious days of old at its restaurants, where guests can rejoice in the charm of this winter season. What about an Italian culinary adventure? Stefano’s Restaurant offers a journey through the freshest ingredients and most delicious dishes, from antipasti to risotto and seafood specialties, accompanies by a vast wine list. Afternoon Tea remains a classical favourite at the Lobby Lounge. “It is Tea Time” offers an irresistibly delicious selection of scones, cakes and pastries along with a wide selection of loose teas, presented on the Hotel’s signature Versace tiered tea sets. This winter, for the first time in Alexandria, the Mini-Tea will be introduced for younger guests with fun pastries and cookies.
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brand news INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO CITYSTARS, HOLIDAY INN CAIRO CITYSTARS AND STAYBRIDGE SUITES CELEBRATES LOVE ON VALENTINE’S DAY
Valentine’s Day promises love and tenderness, wine and roses, chocolate and strawberries ... and here at InterContinental Cairo Citystars we help those promises come true in a magically romantic atmosphere, with irresistible cuisine to create the perfect setting for you and your sweetheart. And the mood of love and happiness can also be found at InterContinental, Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites where red roses and love heart balloons add to the romantic mood. At InterContinental our restaurants, lounges and bars glow with a romantic atmosphere for Valentine’s with roses at every venue for the ladies! Valentine’s Day … and the chance to make a Princess or a Prince of the one you adore with a day of love and tenderness, strawberries and chocolates, wine and roses on February 14th. Here at InterContinental and Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars we create a magical and romantic atmosphere in the perfect setting for you and your sweetheart, with red roses for the ladies in our candlelit restaurants.
EGYPTIAN ADVENTURER OMAR SAMRA ACHIEVES THREE FIRST ASCENTS IN ANTARCTICA
In a 10-day trip on the Antarctic ice, Egyptian adventurer Omar Samra recently made a ground breaking achievement as he succeeded in becoming the first person in history to climb three mountains in Antarctica, called a ‘first ascent’ in climbing terminology. Samra, who named the mountains after his family, climbed seven mountains in total, of which six were via new routes, which he also got to name and one of which he named ‘The Egyptian Direct’. “Making a first ascent has always been a dream of mine. However, exploration is not just about going to someplace first; it’s about trying to become the best version of ourselves every day of your life. And to do so we need to constantly work hard to explore where our boundaries lie and then push them even further still. It is in these precious moments that we can truly discover what we were born to do», said Omar Samra. An art exhibition is planned on the 18th of February in Zamalek, where Omar will give a talk about the trip, joined also by the artist Tarek Abdelkawi and gallery curator Alya Sabry. The gallery will showcase the trip’s artistic illustrations, photography and videos. Visitors will also be given the opportunity to interact and engage with the art work through an audio and visual experience as well as have the opportunity to sample some of Samra’s mountaineering gear that kept him safe and warm in the world’s highest, coldest and driest continent on earth.
ANTI-VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY AT LE MERIDIEN
Live Sports Bar will be hosting the first AntiValentine’s Day party! No hearts. No hugs. No flowers. No red colours. Come with your friends and party in a fun AntiValentine’s Day way. There’ll be fun activities such as Karaoke, Beer Pong, Piñata and much more. On the other hand, there is a “Eat With Your Heart” open buffet dinner at EVOO restaurant to celebrate Valentine’s Day for 250++ per person.
FOLLOW YOUR HEART ON VALENTINE’S DAY AND HEAD TO KEMPINSKI HOTEL SOMA BAY
There’s no better place to ignite the spark and keep it burning whilst indulging in a truly charming experience with your loved one like with us in Soma Bay. Experience an idyllic escape and indulge in a truly charming experience with your loved one in our timeless, serene and romantic haven. Treat your beloved to a heavenly romantic experience celebrating Valentine’s Day by the alluring Red Sea and surrounded by the picturesque landscape of pools, lazy rivers, waterfalls and lagoons flowing down to an immaculate golden sandy beach. Rekindle your romance with our Romantic Delights special offer, which will leave both lovebirds speechless and in awe. From the moment you enter your room, we’ll attend to every detail to set the perfect mood for unforgettable magical moments. Pamper your beloved in every possible way with a series of surprises starting with a bed of roses adornment upon arrival and a savoury strawberry cake. During your stay, spoil your special someone with a breakfast served in your room and one romantic aroma bath specially tailored for utmost relaxation and soothing.
HOW WILL YOU SAY “I LOVE YOU” THIS VALENTINE’S DAY AT SONESTA HOTEL, TOWER & CASINO – CAIRO!
Come & spend a memorable night with your valentine at “La Gondola” with a charming candle-lit dinner, and experience an unforgettable valentine occasion, while enjoying a selection of gourmet Italian choices in a truly romantic atmosphere with our house band playing your favorite tunes. If you want it Lebanese style, our Chef invites you to taste his Lebanese creations at “Baalbak”. Enjoy a special valentine dinner, an exciting ambiance with live entertainment & Belly dancer. To heat the night up and add some beats to it, “Sindbad’ discotheque is having a special night on Valentine’s Day, with special music, special Menu and Special Décor.
BAIT & WAIT AT SOMABAY
Somabay hosted The Bait and weight Fishing League event from the 24th of Jan. till 27th and the Sheraton Somabay was the official sponsor. 13 teams participated the attendees were Somabay representatives, Red sea Anglers (RSA) representatives and the Egyptian Angling Federation (EGAF) members with Total of 62 participants .Fishing took place on 2 days. First Swordfish was caught in a recognized private tournament under the Egyptian Angling Federation (EGAF) supervision & Biggest Cobia fish in all tournaments and the first to be caught in the last 50 years in a recognized private tournament. A gala dinner took place at The Westin where the prize ceremony took place. Apart from the four mega prizes, where the 1st prize went to Team Doma & the Biggest Catch was Mohamed Fahmy caught a 28.950 KG Cobia Fish. Paying back to the community is one of Somabay’s beliefs; participants had the choice to donate any amount of fish they caught to the foodbank who were present at the weighing event.
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Capricorn Dec.23 - Jan.20 You will be oozing with personal allure and magnetism this month. Somehow you do not seem to be interested in love and romance in February 2017. You are very much attached to your family. You can put off any restorations to the present residence for the time being. Pregnancy and sexual relationships between couples will be blissful. Your office environment will be full of politics. There may be drastic changes at the top in the organization where you are employed. Watch the situation from the side lines, analyze and take proper decision as to move away from the present organization. Health will be admirable this month and your energy levels are zooming. This will help you in your financial well-being. You will also pay serious attention to your physical and emotional fitness. You will enjoy your morning walks and meditation sessions.
Aquarius Jan.21 - Feb.19 Your personal charisma is strong to pull as many love mates as you want in February 2017. Love is chasing you this month. However, you do not like being controlled by your partners. Married Aquarians will look for liberty in dealing with their romantic partners. Cheating on your spouse is a big no-no. Pregnancy and children related issues will be on your mind in February 2017. This month your career is stable and you will enjoy a favourable time at the work place. Career and business will be good, but other things are more important. Your health will be superb and you have abundant energy and vitality. Too much energy will make you impatient. You may have problem in taking decisions as to the course you should follow in your life. Practicing yoga will help you have your nerves in control.
Pisces Feb.20 - Mar.21 Love will be easy and natural in February 2017. Single Pisceans look for spiritual strength while getting into love partnerships. Love is to be found in spiritual places. Married people will have a harmonious family life based on spiritual compatibility rather than sexual. Pregnancy related matters will need to be discussed with your spouse. Career and business ventures will be excellent this month. There will be a touch of spirituality attached to it. Health will be fabulous too. Your energy levels will be very high. You look beautiful and dress attractively which will enhance your personal appeal. People, not involved in spirituality, may over-indulge in drinking and sensual activities which will spoil their health.
Aries Mar.22 - Apr.20 Romance is very much in the air during the month. You will have plenty of opportunities to make new love partnerships. You are looking for freedom in love and are not very serious about permanent relationships. Career prospects will be excellent in February 2017. But it will be less challenging compared to the previous month. All your job targets will be met successfully and you can always look for newer things to succeed. Whatever you attain in your business will gratify your emotional needs. Health will be fabulous throughout the month of February 2017 without any problems for the Aries sun sign. Energy and vitality levels will be low due to planetary positions.
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ome people happen to be in an ideal relationship while others are in a toxic one, this Valentine’s Lounge brought you 12 signs you are in the right relationship, if some apply, you are a couple made in heaven, and if not, then maybe it is an alarm to re-consider and never settle for less.
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You enjoy watching the same movies, your taste in music is the same and you definitely like the same food.
You know what your partner is thinking about without him needing to explain, and you finish each other sentences at times. When you have good news you don’t really feel happy about it unless you share it with your partner. When you argue you never hurt each other. No matter how angry you are with your partner a hug is enough to end the conflict. You partner makes you smile.
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You feel secure around him/her. You enjoy your quality time together more than browsing social media pages.
Your partner is never jealous of your success, and he/she loves to see you moving forward even if it will be on the expense of his/her comfort. You feel comfortable showing your tears in his/her presence and he/ she feels the same. Your partner is vulnerable that he shows his weakness in front of you and you do the same. Your partner is your best friend.