ladybird May 2019

MAY 2019

Fashion & Lifestyle

RELISHING THE BLISSFUL SPIRIT OF

Ramadan THE SPELL OF AMBER & MUSK MUST-HAVE FRAGRANCES

WATER-RICH FOODS TO Stay Hydrated

WHY WOMEN FALL FOR BAD BOYS

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TIPS TO MAKE EXERCISING A HABIT

NOUR & THE HOUSE OF MUAMUA A Special Cairo Tour

ENJOY AN IFTAR LIKE NO OTHER

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RAMADAN CHOICES...

FROM PALATIAL BANQUETS TO ‘STREET LIFE’.

AS DUSK FALLS ON GEZIRA PALACE’S ENCHANTED GARDENS AND LIGHTS GLOW MORE BRILLIANTLY ... CATCH UP WITH NEAREST AND DEAREST AT RAMADAN CELEBRATIONS THAT HONOUR TRADITION WHILE FILLING THE NIGHTS WITH GAIETY. Under brightening stars, select iftar classics from Omar’s Café or Egyptian Nights, as the tempting aromas from grills, freshly-baked breads and oriental classics waft on the soft breezes. Create your own joyful family iftar parties in Ristorante Tuscany or Saraya Gallery ... choose the grandeur of our palatial ballrooms for exclusive private or corporate iftar and sohour banquets.

The night comes alive in Cairo’s legendary Som3a Basha tent for sohour among the drapes and fawanees lanterns with megascreen entertainment and Takht music ...

Egyptian Nights hosts live band music in a lively ‘street party’ atmosphere of interactive entertainment, while Antica is an exhilarating Ramadan venue on the Palace rooftop.

Ramadan Kareem!

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CONTENTS MAY 2019 FASHION 12

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Ladybird Loves Givenchy Spring/ Summer 2019 Ready-ToWear Collection Ramadan Fashion Month Unveiling The Story of Nefret

GLAMOUR 23 24

Dips for Summer Lips: DIY Scrubs for Smoother Lips Summer Perfumes: The Musky-Amber Spell

TRAVEL

38 San Francisco: The City by the Bay

MIND & BODY 40 Simple Tips to Maintain Energy during Ramadan 41 Keep Yourself Hydrated with the Right Foods Through The Fasting Month 42 10 Tips to Make Exercising a Habit 2 | MAY 2019

COOKING 44

Homemade Recipes for a Caffeine Fix

RELATIONSHIPS 46

Why Do Women Fall for the Bad Boys?

MOTHER & CHILD 46

Teenagers Today: What is Shaping Lives of Young People?

COVER & PHOTOSHOOT CREDITS: Starring: Nour Aboulela Photography: Sara Fileti Art Direction: Heba Hafez

L A DY B I R D TEAM

Owner/Founder ZEYAD SOROUR Editor-in-Chief ISMAIL MARZOUK Managing Editor RANA HAMDY Senior Writer YASMIN MARGHANY & MIRANNE KHALED Sales & PR Director NAIRA EL LAMEI Marketing & Project Director SAMAR ZAKI Art Director EMAN SALAMA Senior Graphic Designer AALA’A EL NAHAS Social Media Executive: MENNA SAAD Financial Director HAITHAM HAMOUDA Distribution AHMED ABOU EL ELA, AHMED FAWZY, MOHAMED ABD EL NASSER & ALAA HUSSEIN

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IN EVERY ISSUE: Editor’s Letter P.10 Egyptian-Made P.14 Trend of the Month P.18 Fashion News P.19 Shopping Cart P.22 Products We Recommend P.26 Pieces we Love P.34 Travel the World P.36 Art & Culture P.50 Horoscope P.52 The Best, The Top, The Must Know! P.54 Happenings P.66 On Spot P.68

RELAX, REJOICE AND MARVEL FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL RAMADAN.

AS TWILIGHT FALLS OVER THE MYSTERIOUS PYRAMIDS, ENJOY IFTAR AND SOHOUR IN THE GRANDSTAND SETTING OF 139 RESTAURANT AND TERRACE, FOR CELEBRATIONS UNMATCHED ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD. Unwind alongside softly illuminated gardens and water features, joining family, friends and loved ones delighting in sizzling barbecue grills, succulent carvery meats and speciality dishes from the The Moghul Room’s legendary menu. Live cooking stations tempt with traditional molokhia and the sweetest zalabia in Cairo.

Host banquets under Al Khalifa ballroom’s chandeliers or corporate events in 139’s lush gardens.

From Iftar to Sohour and everything in between ... a Ramadan to remember by the enigmatic Pyramids.

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CONTRIBUTORS

Cherry Sami

PERSONAL TRAINER Cherry grew up with an immense passion for sports ever since her childhood. On a Professional level, she is a Swimmer at the Masters Team of Heliopolis Sporting Club where she has earned several medals and achieved several records, both nationally & internationally. Besides being a fitness coach, Cherry is also a marketer. She always finds her happiness in helping & motivating people to break out of their comfort zone and to utilize their full potential.

She dreams of participating in swimming world championship to achieve more records

Manish Kumar

ASTROLOGER “Manish Kumar Arora is a renowned KP Astrologer, Numerologist, Tarot Reader & Vastu Consultant. He has been rendering professional advice to clients with a reasonable degree of success. He has been conferred with the title of ‘Jyotish Varahamihir’ and ‘Jyotish Aryabhatt.’ For advice, please contact manish@manishastrologer.com 6 | MAY 2019

Mahy Medhat

A storyteller with a wanderlust desire, who loves exploring the world with a penchant for culture and food. Mahy has been writing for numerous high-profile magazines and currently working on publishing her own book.

Sarah Khaled

A RELATIONSHIP MENTOR & WRITER An innovative thinker & a writer. By combining all of her passions together Sarah became an author, a relationship coach & a relentless marketer for luxury hotels. Embarking on a fruitful mentoring journey with her mentee is her ultimate destination.

Email: sarahkhaled.coaching@gmail.com

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CONTRIBUTORS

Nevine Bannouna

10 years of experience in marketing amongst 5 years in cosmetics industry with lots of passion for fragrances to the extent of being a Fragrance Passionista! She believes a fragrance is not just a perfume you wear to compliment the look but it is what says who you are and how unique you tend to be! To Nevine, a fragrance is a real universal feeling captured in a liquid showing the beauty of reality in a way full of aspiration, love and hope revealing the identity of each soul raised with and on uniqueness.

Ghadir Alagabany

20 years of fashion marketing, styling, retail and training

Shereen Eldessouky

Shereen Eldessouky is founder of Think English, a British based online teaching and freelance company. Shereen moved to Cairo 4 years ago establishing Think English in Egypt. She has been working closely with IGCSE students in Cairo and many parts of the Middle East.

• Bachelor’s degree from University of Greenwich • M.S.C Strategic Management, University of Derby • CELTA, International House, London • Cert IV Training and Assessment, Box Hill College, Melbourne, Australia • Member of American Business Association (Research) • Passionate about teaching and making a difference • www.thinkenglish.org

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Editor’s Letter

THE VALUE OF A

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e’re witnessing a major change when it comes to the way we live at this day and age. The way we communicate, the way we connect, the lifestyle, the working nature, the eating and sleeping habits, the interests, and the list goes on and on. Taking a look back in the days, everything was a bit more slowpaced, everything took its own sweet time. Every moment was truly lived, and we all were more present.

Time… as valuable as it is, sadly, life’s insanely fast tempo has made us take its value for granted.

We barely make time to invest in ourselves, to learn, and to grow. We barely make time to connect with our families and friends. We’ve made time for social media and virtual relationships, rather than creating time for real human interactions, bonding, and expressing ourselves genuinely.

We neglect time; we usually think we have a lot of it, and I believe what we really need to do is to assess various aspects in our lives in terms of how much time we invest in each. It is time to reflect on your relationship with your family and loved ones, are you giving them enough of your time? Reflect on your spirituality and your overall wellbeing. Are you giving that enough of your time? Reflect on the trips and your travel adventures. Do you truly live the moment, or are you rather focusing on the numbers of likes you’ll get on social media for every photo you post?

Make time to laugh. Make time to love. Make time to learn. Slow down the craze of the virtual life and find the time to live, truly and fully. Invest in your friends and family, let them know what they mean to you, for they will be the ones you grow old with, ones you’ll spend the remaining of your time with. Make time for new memories; for all I know is that you’ll never grasp the value of a moment until it’s gone.

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LADYBIRD LOVES 12 | MAY 2019

GIVENCHY SPRING/SUMMER 2019 READY-TO-WEAR COLLECTION

EGYPTION-MADE

Fashion Egyptian Brands Are Colorfully Blooming In The Fashion Field Yet Only A Few Of Those Brands Have Managed To Gain Momentum And Massive Recognition Both Locally And Globally.

So, In An Attempt-From Us-To Help Our Local Goodies Acquire The Acknowledgment They Deserve, We Decided To Share With You Every Month Some Of Those Genuinely Talented Entrepreneurs’ Best Works. In Appreciation Of The Wide Range Of Styles And Categories Of Products Available, Here Are Our Picks For This Month.

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FUFA WWW.FUFAEG.COM INSTAGRAM: FUFA.EG FACEBOOK: FUFA

AYKA FACEBOOK: AYKA INSTAGRAM: AYKA.EG

ZEE WWW.ZEE-OFFICIAL.COM INSTAGRAM: ZEE_OFFICIALEG

HOW PEPSICO EGYPT BECAME AN ENTREPRENEURIAL HUB IN EGYPT … FOR EGYPT… WITH EGYPT

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ntrepreneurial positivity is growing in Egypt and more individuals are adopting the initiative to start their own businesses. PepsiCo Egypt, the leading Food and Beverages Company, decided to support the entrepreneurial move and dedicate huge efforts to train and empower Egyptian youth in general and entrepreneurs in specific. PepsiCo has always believed that youth are the country’s core assets; they can face challenges and push their nation forward.

Looking back at PepsiCo’s 70 years in the FMCG’s market, selling a diverse mix of brands cherished by Egyptian consumers, it is a fact that their strength is not only about their contributions through investments. It is well extended beyond this to include everything that create shared values through partnerships and initiatives that serve the Egyptian Community in many ways.

“We seek to support the youth and lend them a hand through the cooperation between the sides of what we call the golden triangle: the private sector, the public sector, and civil society institutions,” says Mohamed Shelbaya, PepsiCo’s Egypt CEO. Throughout the years, PepsiCo programs have succeeded to support education, nutrition and sports to further empower Egyptian youth. This comes in line with their global strategy “Winning with Purpose” that reflects their ambition to win sustainably in the marketplace and embed purpose in all aspects of the business through creating shared values.

PepsiCo’s journey started with the successful “PepsiCo Schools League” that aims to discover young Egyptian football talents across Egypt to join the biggest national and international clubs, followed by the malnutrition and education program “Tomooh”. PepsiCo joined forces with Ministry of Social Solidarity, UN Egypt and RiseUp to launch “Egypt 2030 Hackathon” aiming to address Egypt’s sustainability challenges, namely zero hunger and gender inequality through exploring innovative solutions in alignment with Egypt’s 2030 Vision and UN SDGs.

Egypt 2030 Hackathon was originally launched during RiseUp Summit 2018 in cooperation with all parties to empower hundreds of young participants through professional workshops provided by PepsiCo Egypt.

During the pitch event, the participating teams presented solutions tackling Egypt’s pressing sustainability needs.

PepsiCo provided the winning program “َّ‫ هُن‬Honna” designed by Techie Squad with the necessary technical support, and offered them a fund of EGP 500,000.

Stretching beyond these initiatives, PepsiCo has signed a new protocol with the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) to provide youth with employment opportunities in unprivileged governorates. This program is built-on training Egyptian youth in 200 villages and empower them with the needed tools and products to act as PepsiCo’s distributors, and in the future to be professional distributors for PepsiCo and other companies. This project came to light in partnership with Alex Bank, the International Labor Organization (ILO), the Professional Development Foundation (PDF) and the United Nations Population Fund UNFPA. “We connect and support expert organizations, partners and young people to develop and scale new solutions to the critical challenges facing underserved young entrepreneurs... “Youth are agents of change. We’ll seize every possible opportunity to help them build a brighter future,” added Shelbaya.

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Fashion

RAMADAN FASHION WEEK MONTH

By Ghadir Alagabany

We can’t deny the fact that Ramadan is unquestionably becoming a fashion scene by itself. Designers and brands believe it’s another season to be jolie!! Again, females of diverted demographics shop the latest trendy outfits and stylish pieces to be all glamorous and fabulous for the holy month.

The industry starts getting prepared from a month or more earlier. This Ramadan fashion focus started a few years back and now it’s developing even bigger and better by creating a whole new market for this spiritual season.

Boutiques and brands carry a whole wide selection of different designer collections to fulfill their constant consumer needs. Bazaars exhibit from West to East satisfying all diverse demands of their loyal visitors. Then finally come the talented designers with their annual creative designs turning us head over heals with their unique artwork, their structured pieces, their textured fabrics, their pretty prints and their delightful designs. Check all these different generations of BRICK AND BROWN BEDOUIN KAFTAN BY DINA ELMISSIRY 16 | MAY 2019

designers on-line or on-floor, you’ll be dazzled and amazed by the beauty of their creations.

I admit that I’m totally impressed from what i see around me. That’s what i exactly mean by exploiting the market. The fashion industry is certainly flourishing in Egypt! The field is massively creating new platforms for emerging designers, initiating novel opportunities to expand the manufacturing business and certainly enlarging the target segment of hungry fashionistas styling up their best looks for Ramadan.

So, Yes! Let the Ramadan Stylish Show Start SILVER KAFTAN WITH BLACK SATIN BELT BY TAFANEEN

ALL ORIGINAL SIWA CRAFTSMANSHIP KAFTAN BY BASHHUB FASHION

WHITE TEXTURED LINEN KAFTAN WITH EMBROIDERED BELT BY NAZEEKA

ALL GOLD AND SILVER SEQUINED KAFTAN BY DND

WHITE LINEN KAFTAN WITH STONES BY RANA MADKOUR MAY 2019 | 17

Fashion

TREND OF THE MONTH LAVENDER TONES

Ultra Violet and lavender speak femininity. They’re among the pantone colors of the year. Street style stars and celebrities have been spotted having an ultimate take on this trend. They have been rocking almost all shades of the lavender family, pulling off the color in every stylish way possible. Opt for picking up items with those flattering shades and conquer the fashion world with the least efforts.

SAFIYAA OFFSHOULDER CREPE TOP

GUCCI SILK SHIRT

ALICE + OLIVIA CADY SHORTS 18 | MAY 2019

FASHION NEWS JAZZY REVIVING THE BEST SELLERS

Camicie launches SS19 collection: The Art of Desert Blanc

This spring, Jazzy revives its best sellers in a fashionable and dynamic way to show how one can add a unique and trendy edge to their style. A witty and fresh editorial shoot was made to showcase different shapes, colors and styles of Jazzy sunglasses in a very colorful and jazzy way. Each jazzy shade is a statement piece that is made to stand out. The perfect match for a colorful summery outfit and for a hip trendy look. The shoot included Jazzy’s best seller shades. A combination of the boho cat-eye shades and round shaped rims that are super hip and fun. All sunglasses are high quality polarized and mirrored lenses that come in both square and round shapes.

Egyptian ready-to-wear brand, Camicie, just launched its SS19 collection, The Art of Desert Blanc, drawing inspiration from the desert culture and landscape. Chief-designer Maha Alazm was specifically inspired by the majestic dunes of the White Desert, which she translated into wearable pieces through fabrics and a colour palette to symbolize it. The collection features a total of 15 pieces, varying between shirts, tops and dresses. The materials vary from light to a more substantial feel, like linen and silk to symbolize the different textures found in the White Desert.

To complement this, the colour palette offers a representation of a journey; the path between sky and sand. The colours include beige, yellow, white and a soft blue hue, reflecting the different colors found within and around the desert from dawn to dusk.

Up-Fuse X Farahzada: The Ripple Collection Up-fuse has teamed up with the Egyptian artist Farahzada El Shihy, who is known for her bold and colorful illustrative and unique art. Together, the two icons launched a new mesmerizing collection of ecological bags, The Ripples. The Ripples is more than a Fashion collection it’s an artistic statement that support an important environment cause. A creative and unique collection of sustainable bags; a shoe bag, a gym bag, a shopping bag and a waterproof laundry bag; all made out of 100% recycled plastic with hand painted patterns and bold colors, with the desire of reducing plastic waste and raising awareness regarding conscious buying.

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UNVEILING THE STORY OF NEFRET

here is something truly magical about the precious era of Ancient Egypt, and it comes with no surprise why it captured the attention of thousands and millions of people from around the world. The civilization that transcends time remains a resourceful inspiration to artists, thinkers, and designers. Founded by Manal El Mahdy; Nefret is an authentic and utterly rich jewelry line that aims at reviving the values of Ancient Egypt and bringing them back to life in the modern age.

YOUR DESIGNS ARE STEERED TOWARDS ANCIENT EGYPT. WHY HAVE YOU CHOSEN THIS ERA IN SPECIFIC? Actually it is the other way around. My love for Ancient Egypt was the inspiration for me to start jewelry designing. We’re used to seeing jewelry designs that relate to that specific era, and what I wanted to do is to shed the lights on Ancient Egypt but with a modern take. It is undeniable that this rich civilization has a lot that go beyond stories of kings and queens. That is why I was keen on projecting the philosophies and principles of this civilization in a different way transforming them into artistic jewelry.

HOW DID YOUR JOURNEY WITH JEWELRY DESIGNING BEGIN? It all happened by mere coincidence. It was during a wax carving course when I was asked to do a ring. First thing that occurred to me is to place a serpent and the key of life on the top of the ring. It was painted in silver and it turned out looking really nice. When I took a picture of the ring in my hand and sent it to my friends, they actually started ordering it. The reaction I received from people made me realize that maybe it is time to start my own brand.

WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT NEFRET, THE NAME YOU CHOSE FOR YOUR BRAND. WHAT DOES IT MEAN AND WHAT INSPIRED 20 | MAY 2019

YOU TO CHOOSE IT? In Ancient Egyptian language, Nefret means beautiful, and I found the word very appealing and easy to pronounce. As I already began learning hieroglyphic and with my ever growing passion for Ancient Egypt, I believe that the name to represent my brand should be from the core and essence of this civilization and reflected in its language.

YOUR FIRST COLLECTION IS INSPIRED

BY AND NAMED AFTER THE ANCIENT EGYPTIAN GODDESS MA’AT. WHAT DOES IT REPRESENT AND HOW IS IT REFLECTED IN THE PIECES OF THIS LINE? Ma’at, a goddess in Ancient Egypt, was the symbol of truth, justice, harmony, and cosmic order. She was depicted as a woman with an ostrich feather placed on her headdress. Ma’at laid the building blocks of human conscience through her 42 laws of virtues and goodness. Ancient Egyptians believed that she came to restore order from chaos. People lived by Ma’at and kings were responsible for maintaining her laws and assuring that their citizens abided by them. Ancient Egyptians believed that chaos is evil, and in order to have a good after life, following the rules of Ma’at was crucial. During the Day of Judgment, all souls were judged in front of 42 judges defending themselves by reciting truths in negative confessions such as “I did not sin.” , “I did not lie.”, “I did not betray.”. The heart then would be weighed against the feather of Ma’at. A

light heart represented a soul free of sins, while a heart that outweighs the feather represents a sinful soul. The essence of this goddess is manifested in a twenty-five-piece collection including symbols like the scale and the feather of Ma’at.

YOUR DESIGNS BEING INSPIRED BY AN ANCIENT ERA, HOW DO YOU BRIDGE THE GAP TO COPE WITH TODAY’S MODERNISM? The designs represent Ancient Egyptians and their teachings, rather than anything they wore at that time. Taking a look at the collection, I add a touch of modernism to this ancient era through the materials and the way they are incorporated in the piece. Take for instance the leather collar; it intertwines Ancient Egypt’s majesty with today’s vibrant modernism. That’s what I was trying to do in every piece and I believe it came out as a success.

WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE PLANS AND GOALS YOU WANT TO ACHIEVE FOR NEFRET JEWELLERY? There are two goals that I have for Nefret. First, is the educational goal in which I hope to make people more intrigued to learn about this rich civilization. As for the second goal, it is the growth and the exposure of Nefret as a brand, both nationally and internationally. I hope that I will be able to place Nefret on the international map of jewelry designing.

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1. GOLD-TONE SUNGLASSES 5,135 EGP 2. HOUSE OF HOLLAND BELTED TWILL BLAZER 16,342 EGP 3. CHARLOTTE TILBURY K.I.S.S.I.N.G LIPSTICK - NUDE KATE 782 EGP 4. TOM FORD BEAUTY NAIL POLISH - MINK BRULE 938 EGP 5. DIANE VON FURSTENBERG Darcie PRINTED SILKCHIFFON MIDI SKIRT 11,141 EGP 6. MONICA VINADER NURA ROSE GOLD VERMEIL EARRINGS 2,634 EGP 7. NINETY PERCENT CROPPED STRETCH JERSEY TOP 1,786 EGP

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8. JIMMY CHOO IVY 85 LEATHER SLINGBACK PUMPS 16,119 EGP 9. MONICA VINADER LINEAR SOLO ROSE GOLD VERMEIL DIAMOND NECKLACE 3,728 EGP 10. SOPHIE ANDERSON CABA LEATHERTRIMMED RAFFIA TOTE 10,359 EGP

Glamour

DIPS FOR SUMMER LIPS DIY Scrubs for Smoother Lips

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t’s time for some of the greatest scrubs that’ll help you say goodbye to the dreadful winter lips and welcome softly smooth and silky lips. These natural recipes can easily be mixed at home and stored for later use to keep your lips moist and plumped all summer long!

SUGAR SCRUB The simplest lip scrub you can ever make with products that are definitely hanging there in your kitchen; using sugar, honey and coconut oil the mix exfoliates and moisturizes your lips all at once. 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 table spoon of coconut oil and a couple of spoons of sugar are mixed thoroughly then stored for 2 weeks to use it later. Apply the scrub and massage gently for 5 minutes, rinse and moisturize your lips afterwards.

CHOCOLATE SCRUB This is the kind of scrub you will enjoy as it features our all-time favorite guilty pleasure, chocolate.

Using 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of sugar and a little bit of honey the scrub is made by mixing thoroughly until the ingredients are formed into paste; the mix is then stored and used in the same way of the sugar scrub.

COFFEE SCRUB The scrub that will soften and plump your lips stars coffee as the main ingredient. Using 2 tablespoons of ground coffee that has many benefits such as restoring the light bright color of your lips, along with 1 tablespoon of honey and a quarter tablespoon of coconut oil the scrub is formed and ready for immediate use. Rub your lips with the scrub for a minute, rinse them and apply a dash of coconut oil for extra moisture.

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SUMMER PERFUMES The Musky-Amber Spell

By Nevine Bannouna

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hen the impossible is the right mélange, then you can expect a very recognizable personal scent; amber and musk spell. This is a very unique combination prevailing increasingly with huge acceptance from males and females worldwide. The irresistible summer perfumes are created from oriental scents, amber and musk along with summer freshness; zest, green and water notes and real impressive softness by floral and fruity ingredients.

For Her

From this mix bursts the latest launch by NARCISO RODRIGUEZ, PURE MUSC, polarizing “The Art of Simplicity” in its best form. With very simple notes, it creates this spring-summer fragrance by one of the gurus of musky brands, NARCISO RODRIGUEZ. Don’t forget to try this latest launch!

KENZO WORLD EDP by KENZO, a real bold blend for a bold summer. If you are a rebellious character, then it’s your perfume! You will be surprised with amber and musk together with rebellious, yes rebellious, floral and rose notes. And if you are seeking this extra shot of sweetness, then consider the KENZO WORLD but the EDT. FLOWERBOMB by VICTOR & ROLF, insanely rocking!

Thanks to these oriental floral fresh notes. Sharp citrus opening with flirtatious combination of jasmine, rose and orchid bottomed with musky scents. This fascination is made to last for up to 8 hours.

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For Him! Gents, it’s ALLURE HOMME SPORT by CHANEL; vibrant and ultimately refreshing with its inducing zests top notes cored with musk and amber base notes. It’s a great choice for those who want to play it safe.

Moving to a very unique and a more rebellious option, there’s DOLCE & GABBANA, LIGHT BLUE EAU INTENSE. Super seaside, super bewitching fragrance overwhelmed with vividness filled with these citrusy fruits and salty water warmed up with musk and amber base notes.

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER, ULTRA MALE; an amazing fragrance launched by one of the brands that is not widely spread in Egypt, yet it is performing very well worldwide. ULTRA MALE opens also with citrus, which is almost in all summer male fragrances, going deep down to this sharp distinguished musky base note. This fragrance is quite soft because of the fusion of fruity, vanilla & lavender notes. With a contrast between spicy and sweetly scents; it is one of the most rebellious male fragrances for those seeking crossing borders and breaking rules.

Unisex These amber and musk blends are really fascinating all fragrances noses worldwide even the noses of niche brands. WHITE FIRE by TIZIANA TERENZI, one of the best niche brands, recently launched in Egypt. WHITE FIRE, this lively sparkling musky & amber fragrance, induced with enchanting freshness notes of fresh ice and oxygen yet with the charm of jasmine. Super long lasting, one spray is enough to last for 24 hours, simply it is not eau de toilette or even eau de perfume, it is an extract of perfume.

MARCH XIX by TIZIANA TERENZI, this perfume extract spreads spring-summer freshness.

It is a bit different with its very generous and diversified notes variant between plenty of green and spicy notes based with musk. It is a mysterious power capturing emotions and portraying impression made to last, made to be nothing but loved and never fades away.

Just close your eyes and enjoy the spell of musk and amber fusion in summer perfumes!

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1. CHARLOTTE TILBURY LOVE LIP GLOSS 2. INDIE LEE BRIGHTENING CLEANSER 26 | MAY 2019

3. ELIXSERI SKIN MEDITATION 4. MAKEUP FOREVER LIQUID LIFT FOUNDATION 5. ILIA COSMIC LIPSTICK

6. LANCOME MULTI-LIFT EYE CREAM 7. GARNIER SKINACTIVE MICELLAR CLEANSING WATER

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11. CLARINS EXTRA-FIRMING EYE CREAM 12. PURITY MADE SIMPLE MOISTURIZER

13. ELF EYESHADOW PALETTE

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A SPECIAL CAIRO TOUR

NOUR & THE HOUSE OF MUAMUA

PHOTOSHOOT CREDITS: Photography: Sara Fileti Art Direction: Heba Hafez

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PIECES WE LOVE

SHOP THE LOOK AT ASHLEY FURNITURE

H&M FLOWERED CUSHION

ZARA HOME BRAIDED RUG

H&M FLOWERED CUSHION

ZARA HOME GOLD HUE GLASS VASE H&M HOME BASKET

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H&M STONEWARE PLANT POT

ZARA HOME DECORATIVE FIGURE

SHOP THE LOOK AT H&M HOME

ZARA HOME BLANKETS

SHOP THE LOOK AT HOME CENTRE BLEND FURNITURE GRAY CHAIR

IKEA FLOOR LAMP

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Travel

Travel the world DESTINATION: MARSA ALAM – JAZ DAR EL MADINA Agency: Travco Holidays Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights Prices: 5900 EGP PACKAGE INCLUDES • Accommodation per person per stay (04 days / 03 nights package) in a standard room.

• PACKAGE EXCLUDES • Any item not mentioned in the “package includes” section • All expenses of personal nature such as beverages, room, service, laundry, telephone calls, etc.

CHILDREN POLICY • 1st child from 0 till 11.99 years free • 2nd child from 6 till 11.99 years charge 50 % from adult rate .

CANCELLATION POLICY • 1 night fee will be applied in case of cancellation within 10 days prior check in during low periods • 1 night fee will be applied in case of cancellation within 30 days prior check in during high periods.

• Full charge will be applied in case of cancellation within 25 days prior check in during high period

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DESTINATION: TROPITEL SAHL HASHEESH Agency: Travco Holidays Duration: 4 Days/ 3 Nights Prices: 3270 EGP PACKAGE INCLUDES •Accommodation per person per stay (04 days / 03 nights package) in a standard room.

PACKAGE EXCLUDES • Any item not mentioned in the “package includes” section • All expenses of personal nature such as beverages, room, service, laundry, telephone calls, etc.

CHILDREN POLICY • 1st child from 0 till 11.99 years free • 2nd child from 6 till 11.99 years charge 50 % from adult rate.

CANCELLATION POLICY • 1 night fee will be applied in case of cancellation within 10 days prior check in during low periods • 1 night fee will be applied in case of cancellation within 30 days prior check in during high periods.

• Full charge will be applied in case of cancellation within 25 days prior check in during high period

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Travel

SAN FRANCISCO

THE CITY BY THE BAY

By Mahy Medhat

San Francisco is known for its scenic beauty, cultural attractions, diverse communities, and world-class cuisine. Measuring 49 square miles, this walkable city includes landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, Alcatraz and the largest Chinatown in the United States. A stroll of the city’s streets can lead from Union Square to North Beach to Fisherman’s Wharf, Japan town and the Mission District, with intriguing neighborhoods to explore at every turn.

Views of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay are often laced with fog, creating a romantic mood in this most European of American cities. The city has a colorful past, growing from a small village to a major city nearly overnight as a result of the 1849 Gold Rush. The writers of the “beat” generation, the hippies of the Summer of Love in the late 1960’s have all contributed to making San Francisco the fascinating place it is today.

The city is home to world-class theatre, opera, symphony and ballet companies and often boasts premieres of Broadway-bound plays and culture-changing performing arts. San Francisco is one of America’s greatest dining cities. The diverse cultural influences, proximity of the freshest ingredients and competitive creativity of the chefs result in unforgettable dining experiences throughout the city.

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• Visit Alcatraz and Fisherman’s Wharf. Fisherman’s Wharf is the most visited section of San Francisco. Enjoy street performers, fresh seafood and unique shops. Take in the fresh sea air as you watch fishermen coming and going from their daily journeys. Visit the sea lion colony on the west side of PIER 39 home of the Blue & Gold Fleet and Aquarium by the Bay. Alcatraz, the former federal prison, once housed some of the most notorious criminals. Today it’s a national park, reachable by a brief boat ride.

• Visit Chinatown. The entrance to Chinatown at Grant Avenue and Bush Street is called the “Dragon’s Gate.” Inside are 24 blocks of hustle and bustle, most of it taking place along Grant Avenue, the oldest street in San Francisco. This city within a city is best explored on foot; exotic shops, renowned restaurants, food markets, temples and small museums comprise its boundaries.

Visitors can buy ancient potions from herb shops, relax and enjoy a “dim sum” lunch or witness the making of fortune cookies.

• Visit Union Square. The landmark park is the heart of the city and is known for fantastic shopping, the bustling square pays tribute to the Square’s distinctive history and captures the unique flavor and beauty of San Francisco.

• Visit the Ferry Building Marketplace. Remodeled and repurposed in 2003, this gourmet galleria celebrates regional purveyors and cuisine. The Saturday morning Farmers Market is a spirited gathering of local farmers, high quality artisan producers and independent food businesses, catering to food connoisseurs alike.

Enjoying A Luxurious Stay It’s a beautiful place, yes, and eclectic too. San Francisco is a community where hipsters live in in the Tenderloin (“TL” to the locals) next to the offices of multi-billion dollar companies like Twitter and Uber. AirBnB, the service that lets people rent out their apartments, started here, and continues to thrive.

For a first time traveler, check these interesting spots: • Ride the historical Cable Cars. There are three lines for this famous transportation system, Powell-Hyde, Powell-Mason and the California Street Line.

Inspired by the classic luxury hotels of the early 20th century, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel San Francisco exudes modern elegance and refined touches at every turn. With a decidedly artful and local décor, the inspirational hotel was beautifully renovated by famed interior designer Philippe Starck and boasts a stunning furniture collection including chairs from Ray and Charles Eames, furniture by Salvador Dalí, and a surreal stool inspired by René Magritte and designed by Roberto Matta.

The artistic sensibility resonates, too, in the creative menus of the legendary Redwood Room, also a Starck creation, the multi-purpose Velvet Room, and the English-club-style Living Room - all intimate places to dine, relax, visit and linger over a cocktail.

• Cross the Golden Gate Bridge. Explore on Centrally located in Union Square and near the Financial foot or by car, bicycle, tour bus or fire engine District, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel San Francisco is tour. Travel under the bridge on a bay cruise convenient to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Embarcadero, Nob Hill, or soar over it by helicopter or seaplane. the Moscone Convention Center, Telegraph Hill, Coit Tower and Chinatown.

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Mind & Body

SIMPLE TIPS TO MAITAIN ENERGY

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t’s this time of the year again, Ramadan is finally here. The vibes of this month are spectacular in every way, but this doesn’t change the fact that it can be really exhausting for some of us. Over the years, it was proven that fasting is super beneficial for our bodies. Yet, some of us are left with a sense of sluggishness. While fasting, you may find yourself hit with a sleep-deprived daze through the middle of the month. Here are simple tips to help you get through the month as energetic as ever.

NEVER SKIP YOUR SUHOOR MEAL Well, you don’t have the luxury to snack on something when the hunger pangs strike. You only eat within a limited time-frame, so there is no reason to skip your pre-dawn meal. You will only set yourself up for a day of exhaustion and fatigue. Besides, making good food choices will make you feel more energetic. We recommend that you add proteins to your Suhoor always as it satiates us and stabilizes blood sugar. If you don’t have protein, you are likely to feel hungry and tired very early in the day.

SKIP REFINED CARBOHYDRATES AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE

HYDRATE WITH WATER AND HERBAL TEA This is extremely important. Our bodies are mostly made up of water and being hydrated is essential to maintain good health and energy levels. We definitely lose lots of water during our fasting hours. Not to mention that the weather can contribute to this water loss, so make sure you drink enough water and herbal tea to stay hydrated.

MAINTAIN A HEALTHY EXERCISE ROUTINE

Exercising during fasting is not an easy task. But, if you prefer to exercise just before putting anything into your mouth, then go for a brisk walk, slow The reason behind adding protein to your late-night meal is to stabilize your blood sugar and avoid hunger jogging, or cycling. Keep the intensity of your exercise low. You can add weight lifting to your for as long as you can. So, skipping refined carbs will aid in this process or else they will miss with your sugar exercise routine if you exercise after breaking your fast. levels and leave you feeling burnt out throughout the day.

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Mind & Body

KEEP YOURSELF HYDRATED

With The Right Foods Through The Fasting Month

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eeping yourself together through the fasting periods of Ramadan can be challenging at some times. Especially when we are already halfway through the month. To restore some of the wasted energy throughout the month, make sure you keep yourself hydrated during the non-fasting hours.

Drinking water during non-fasting hours is a given gift, but it can be difficult to drink enough to stay hydrated. So, you need to do more than just drinking water to keep your body laden with enough water.

CONSUME OTHER HYDRATING DRINKS Water is the most consumed liquid throughout this month. However, it may not be enough to keep you hydrated through the fasting hours, especially that you fast for longer hours. Thus, go for herbal teas; they are known to be sufficient in keeping your body hydrated. Not to mention that they keep you full for longer hours, so you can use them for weight loss. Milk is also a great option.

Not only is it a great source of calcium, but it is also an excellent source of hydration.

LEAFY GREENS Leafy greens are vital for providing your body with the nutrients it needs. One more thing; most of the leafy greens are water-rich and contain plenty of vitamins and other minerals. Add broccoli, spinach, and cabbage

to your diet and keep your health intact while staying hydrated.

EXOTIC FRUITS Exotic fruits are perfect sweet treats. You can reward your sweet tooth with a bunch of fruits like mango, papaya, lychee, coconut, and pineapple. Besides, they are all rich in water to help in extending your hydration state as well as your energy span.

LOADS OF VEGETABLES Needless to say, vegetables is laden with water content along with a plenty of nutritional minerals that help in absorbing the water into the body more easily. Include lots of celery, cucumbers, and tomatoes into your meals for an ultimate hydration. They add an amazing flavor to your dishes and satisfy your for longer.

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Mind & Body

10 Tips To Make Exercising A Habit

By Cherry Sami It takes 66 days to change or acquire a habit, but the new change is definitely something to be appreciated. During the holy month of Ramadan, everything is set in discipline. We can use this time effectively to work on ourselves and build new habits. With that in mind, consider this month as a good timing for you to get into the habit of exercising and being fit.

THE QUESTION IS HOW TO START? HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO FOLLOW: 1- Gathering info and try to know more about different types of exercises in order to start with something that keeps you enthused to continue without feeling bored. Ask friends with good background in fitness or speak to professional instructors.

2- Write down the pros you’ll gain from working out, set goals and objectives, and begin to envision how this positive change will impact your health, wellbeing and your life style in general.

3- Make a Promise that no matter what, you will stay committed. Instead of finding excuses to skip a day or two, find the reasons to carry on and to stay motivated.

4- Start slowly and don’t do huge transitions over a day. It’s easy to change dramatically at the beginning but it may not continue, so make it simple. Start walking for 15-20mins before or after Iftar 3-4 days a week. When you are used to this habit, take it to the next level and start going to the gym. Begin by 30 minuts of aerobics and later on you can increase the duration.

5- Take notes after working out, and monitor any improvements you notice in your

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performance. Reading these notes will give you a boost and encourage you to do better next time.

6- Keep reminders as your mind will trick you into forgetting and ignoring the task. So log on your calendar the days on which you will execute this new habit.

7-Adherence is the most effective and easiest way to stick to your habit and to stay consistent.

Pick specific time and place that is convenient for you. This will help you stay respectful to your time and workout schedule.

8- Find a partner. If you can’t start by yourself ask for support from friends and relative to give you a push. Having someone to support you, will help you go beyond your comfort zone and break free from your limiting beliefs.

9- Reward yourself for the consistency, the progress, and the commitment. Whether it is shopping that makes you happy, a soothing and relaxing day at the spa, or a nice gathering with your friends; treat yourself for the progress.

10- Last but not least assess yourself, have a closer look on how far you’ve come. Praise the will and the determination that helped you reach your objective and reach the results you were after.

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Cooking

HOMEMADE RECIPES FOR A CAFFIENE FIX FRESH MINT ICED COFFEE

Ingredients: • 1/2 cup freshly ground coffee • 2 cups cold water • Fresh Mint Syrup • 1 cup water • 1 cup sugar • 1 big bunch of fresh mint leaves (around 3/4 cup) • 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped • 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh mint syrup • 8 ounces coffee concentrate • 3 tablespoons milk, cream or sweetened condensed milk • Fresh mint leaves for garnish Directions: 1. To make the cold brew coffee concentrate, combine the ground coffee and water in a jar or bowl and stir well. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 8 hours or overnight.

2. Make a cup or two of coffee and allow it to cool slightly then pour the mixture into ice cube trays and freeze overnight.

3. Add the water, sugar, mint leaves, and vanilla beans to a saucepan and heat over medium heat.

4. Whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil. Let it bubble for a minute or so, then reduce the heat and let it cool completely then stick it in the fridge overnight.

5. Use a mix of coffee ice cubes and regular old ice cubes — usually half and half and add them to the glass and pour the syrup on top.

6. Next goes the coffee concentrate and then stir in the cream. Top it off with some fresh mint leaves, and you’re good to go.

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HEALTHYMOCHA FRAPPUCCINO

Ingredients: • 3 fluid ounces brewed espresso • 1 tablespoon caramel sauce • 2 tablespoons white sugar • 3/4 cup milk • 1 1/2 cups ice cubes • 2 tablespoons whipped cream

Ingredients: • 2 cups strong brewed coffee, chilled • ¼ cup half and half (or almond milk) • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract • 14 drops chocolate stevia or sweetener of choice (honey or maple syrup) • Pinch sea salt and Ice • Whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings – optional garnish

Directions: 1. Place the espresso, caramel sauce, and sugar into a blender pitcher.

2. Blend on high until the caramel and sugar dissolve into the espresso.

3. Pour in the milk and add the ice; continue blending until smooth and frothy.

4. Top with whipped cream to serve.

Directions: 1. Combine coffee, half and half, cocoa powder, vanilla, stevia, and salt in a blender.

2. Puree until smooth about 30 to 60 seconds.

3. Add a scoop or two of ice and puree for additional 45 to 60 seconds on high.

4. Pour into a glass and garnish with whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings.

FROZEN CARAMEL LATTE

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Relationships

WHY DO WOMEN FALL FOR THE BAD BOYS?

By Sarah Khaled

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Bad Boys always had the reputation of being hot and good looking, but also arrogant, inconsiderate, inattentive, and almost heartless.

With all the negatives about bad boys, what are the real motivators for women to have a one-time or recurring desire for a bad boy in their life? Are they just trying to attain the unattainable? Is it the challenge of making him fall in love; to “capture” him? And, where does this leave the Nice Guy? 1. Women are attracted to rebels: Women are more attracted to men with deviant personality types. In other words, these seemingly negative characteristics can in reality be beneficial towards drawing more people toward these bad boys in a romantic way. As a result, bad boys who live their lives as rebels who are up to no good are often perceived as more attractive and appealing.

2. You’re attracted to his confidence: The bad boy’s highly confident demeanor helps him look even more handsome and appealing to the women around him. Plus, confidence is incredibly sexy, and self-assured bad boys often ooze a kind of sex appeal that keeps women intrigued.

3. You think you can change him: Many women are under the false impression that they can fix a bad boy’s tendencies and mold him into the caring, considerate, and committed person they want him to be. It’s important to keep in mind that the best indicator of a man’s future behavior is his past behavior, so if you’re hoping to tie the knot with a man who’s consistently shown that he doesn’t want to be tied down, you’re hitching your wagon to a man who doesn’t want to get hitched.

4. You’re always attracted to jerks: Many women have unhealthy relationship patterns where they end up dating the same type of selfish and self-centered guys over and over again, even though this kind of men may be detrimental to their overall health and well-being. If you’re a person who keeps falling for the same type of jerky guys, it’s time to drop your bad boy habit once and for all.

5. You’re addicted to the drama: Women may also find themselves highly attracted to a bad boy because they’re addicted to the drama of being

in a relationship with an unpredictable, arrogant, and egotistical person. After all, dating a bad boy can put you on an emotional rollercoaster filled with highs and lows that can be both exciting and disheartening all at once.

6. You’re looking for flaming intimacy: This tops the list as women mostly get captivated by bad boys because of their physical appearance and what goes along with it when it comes to quality intimate times.

7. The Pursuit of Challenge: The possibility of converting a bad boy from a serial playboy into a loving, supportive, feeling man was a strong pull for bad boy-addicted women… but it’s also the reason some women left them as who wants a challenge forever? You end up living with a consistent puzzle that you’re trying to solve.

8. For the Love of Adventure: Doing something that was against the norm is a key motivating factor. Doing the wrong thing has an appeal, even if it’s only for a short time.

DO NICE GUYS REALLY FINISH LAST? While there are many different reasons why women like bad boys, it’s important to understand where nice guys fit into this romantic equation. After all, is being a gentleman really a turnoff ? Women place higher importance on selflessness over good looks when it comes to choosing a partner for a long-term relationship. In fact, these women rated men who were caring and compassionate as more intriguing, appealing, and desirable life-long mates than guys who were handsome and charming. While a bad boy may capture your attention on the short-term, it’s actually a nice guy who’ll likely capture your heart for good in every respect.

Society in general—and the media in particular— love to paint the Bad Boy as the black hole of masculinity. That is to say, that nothing can escape them… no woman can resist their magnetism, no Nice Guy is nice enough to keep a woman away from their pull. In truth, it’s women who have the complete control of the “magnetism” of these men.

Sure, some of it is primal but it’s up to women to realize that they not only should be wanting more than what the short-shelf-life Bad Boy can provide them, they deserve more.

Bottom line: It’s all about the Nice Guy. Nice Guys don’t finish last... they just make sure the woman comes first.

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Mother & Child

TEENAGERS TODAY WHAT IS SHAPING LIVES OF YOUNG PEOPLE?

BY Shereen Eldessouky

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very generation is shaped by various factors in the external environment. These factors include political, economic, social, technological variables. What has really changed our teenager at this day and age is certainly the technological revolution that we are currently experiencing. Teenagers today are rising above ideologies and have an optimistic outlook on life.

Today’s teenagers are certainly different. They are the first generation to be hit by technology and social media whose lives are certainly saturated by mobile technology. What makes teenagers today unique and distinguished? What are the forces shaping these new minds? There are hundreds of reasons behind the shaping of these new innovative individuals, but where does it stop?

Young people today are spending considerably less time socializing with friends and more time using a screen. Another crucial point to consider is that online content creates unrealistic expectations. To exemplify this further these expectations include body image, happiness and financial factors.

Unfortunately, this has made young people feel left out. Research has indicated that girls are somewhat more vulnerable than boys and also cyber bullying is reported as twice as much.

A major force shaping teenagers is the technology and globalization. Young people today can’t seem to keep up with what is going on; they are living in a roller-coaster of ideas, innovation and gossip. While they want to be linked to their own culture and traditions they are also attracted with what is going on externally. Young people today refuse to miss out on information which explains the addiction to the smart phone. It is their tool to becoming socially active, without it they are lost.

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Let’s look a bit more closely at the context of Egypt.

Young Egyptian teenagers today are influenced by western standards which are leaked through social media. However, they seemed to have created their own trend, their own style and this in turn has promoted their confidence amongst other nationalities. Young Egyptians today have started to create and set up their own local businesses which have succeeded globally. These examples have been inspirational and considered as role models in Egyptian society. While many people believe that technology may have had a negative influence on young people successful celebrities have also provided positive example where hard work and success have come a long way.

Social media and in particular the focus on photography has shaped the way teenagers think and view life. Photos are capturing not only simple images but images of the community and images of where they want to be in life. At the same time photos tend to hide a lot of what teenagers are going through and for some reason is promoting their confidence when posted and liked my many.

Parents need to invest more time getting closer to their children growing up so these hidden feelings are healed for the future.

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ARTS CULTURE ARTWORK

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LADYBIRD RECOMMENDS

MOVIE: SHAZAM The movie revolves around 14-year-old Billy Batson who shouts out a single word to transform into the adult superhero Shazam. Still a kid at heart, Shazam starts having fun by exploring the newly gained powers of himself. But, he needs to get his practice done so soon before evil Dr. Thaddeus Sivana can get his hands on those magical abilities. However, when they met, they instantly clicked, but their illness forced them to keep a safe distance in between to stay alive. When the attraction grows stronger, they both are tempted to through the rules off of a cliff.

OUR PLAYLIST

1. Ava Max – Sweet But Psycho 2. Ariana Grande – Break Up With Your Girlfriend, I’m Bored 3. Cardi B & Bruno Mars – Please Me 4. Dean Lewis – Be Alright 5. The Chainsmokers & 5 Seconds of Summer – Who Do You Love

SERIES

IN THE DARK Murphy is 20-something blind teen who drifts through life in a haze of drunkenness. The only friends she has are her roommate Jess and Tyson, a nice guy who saved her from an assault. Murphy has a pretty stable life only until she takes a walk with her guide dog and stumble upon a dead body. She was certain that the body belonged to Tyson, but it disappears before the arrival of the police. Murphy now has to figure out what happened to her dear friend.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES

By Manish Kumar Arora

LIBRA

You would be communicating with more authority, or honing your knowledge in a particular trade or area of knowledge/ expertise. Business or professional income is likely to be strong. Love seems to come to you without the need for you to pursue it.

This month is terrific for creative thinking and imagining more options in your lives, yet you can also scatter your energy if you pursue too many possibilities at once. Being selective helps to capture this intellectual inspiration without dissipating yourselves in too much thought.

SCORPIO

There can be a real learning experience with someone with whom you can bounce ideas off and come to a better understanding of how you define yourself. This month will bring plenty of activity in your romance sector, stimulating all kinds of opportunities to have fun.

GEMINI

You are more productive, with a responsible and sometimes even somber outlook during this period.

You could feel an unusual pressure to structure your time and effort, and to cut out communication that seems unnecessary.

SAGITTARIUS

This is a special time for setting longterm strategies, since faith and action combine with vision and reason to lay down a solid foundation for reaching inspirational goals. In love, you’re inclined to use charm, gentle coaxing, and loving persuasion to get what you want.

CANCER

There is an emphasis on your sector of work, health, and daily routine in this month, and this can point to a romantic liaison through any of these areas of life. Love may be easier to attract through these things, or there can be a surprising event and feelings stimulated now.

LEO

This is not a time to be involved in activities that require intense competition or a great expenditure of energy.

A pleasant, affectionate, relaxed, or courteous attitude eases your interactions now, and may open doors or help lighten troubled situations.

VIRGO

Your desire for pleasure, ease, and affection is brought to the fore. Your mood and attitude is conciliatory, and your need for love heightened and you want to maintain harmony in your environment. You could struggle somewhat with your own expectations in partnerships.

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(20 April – 20 May) Life: You are entertaining dreams of where you’d like to go with your life.

You are likely to be feeling pleasantly effective, competent, and ambitious.

You are determined, thinking of the long term, and more tuned in to relevant, practical details.

CAPRICORN

You’re planting conceptual seeds for career advancement or fulfilling relationships, and if you nourish them with care, they should take hold and show real growth. Relationships begun now are: sensual, possessive, comfortable, potentially long-lasting, stable, dependable, and loyal.

Love: You can be more ardent in your pursuit of a person or a relationship, or someone could be ardently pursuing you. It’s a period ripe with opportunity for attracting others, for turning on the charm, and for receiving positive feedback from partners or love interests.

AQUARIUS

Career: You’re in a practical frame of mind and you are interested in making investments in worthwhile projects. There can be good business sense, particularly for tapping into current or future trends.

You feel quite loving and warm, with a desire to give and receive affection and appreciation. Projects rooted in reality and watered by your attention can flourish, but ideas and plans tossed in the air without thought and commitment will soon be gone with the wind.

This month is rich with opportunities for personal and professional growth for you.

You would be expressing your sociability, talkativeness, friendliness, by listening and communicating in a pleasant, unaffected manner, emphasizing your intellect and light hearted nature.

PISCES

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THE BEST THE TOP RAMADAN

RAMADAN FLAIR AT THE PALACE This year the Cairo Marriott Hotel will be welcoming guests with open arms for an extraordinary iftar and sohour experience. It is the perfect occasion for gatherings and spending quality time with family and friends. The Palace with its authentic charm and flair is offering a variety of venues with a selection of themes. For a more personalized event, guests can enjoy a tailored iftar or sohour either in banquet ballrooms or outside caterings.

The annually anticipated iftar is back in Omar’s Café with an outdoor and indoor seating. An array of appetizers, mezzah, grills, main courses will be offered and on top of all the mouthwatering Cairo Marriott’s famous Om Aly dessert. More will be awaiting guests and their families for an unforgettable iftar experience.

Following iftar, guests can enjoy Cairo’s evening breeze at Al-Qahwah.

For big groups who crave to go oriental, Egyptian Nights with its oriental vibes and street-decoration will be serving special set menus for both iftar and sohour.

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entertainment daily from 10:00 pm until 1:30 am.

Ristorante Tuscany will be the perfect private spot for family and friends gatherings offering an Italian family-style menu cooked to perfection. A French atmosphere blended with oriental and historical vibes will be available at Saraya Gallery for an authentic family style iftar experience.

Guests can orchestrate their own private iftar or corporate sohour events at any of the historical ballrooms of the Palace with a variety of set menus and Ramadan specialties prepared by Cairo Marriott’s culinary team for guests to indulge.

Spend sohour time at the iconic Som3a Basha tent, a street-style sohour is prepared for guests every night from 9:30 pm with a special live Takht band performance starting from 10:30 pm until 2:00 am.

Time to unveil Cairo Marriott’s latest surprise; Antica the newest addition to the iconic Gezira Palace, it is the perfect Ramadan Nights destination located at the palace’s rooftop overlooking magical views of the River Nile.

Hurry up and book your spot at the Cairo Marriott to spend Ramadan right at the Palace. For more information and reservations please contact the hotel directly on + 202 2728 3000.

THE MUST KNOW! RAMADAN

A HEARTWARMING RAMADAN AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL CAIRO AT THE FIRST RESIDENCE

RAMADAN AT HILTON CAIRO HELIOPOLIS This year Hiton Cairo Heliopolis offers an extensive selection of authentic cuisines offering oriental iftar buffets and exquisite Lebanese Iftar set menus including mouthwatering dishes at Al Dabké. Egyptian Nights; Hilton Cairo Heliopolis Ramadan’s lounge features a festive spirit of Ramadan’s atmosphere set against the backdrop of contemporary design, and overlooking the gardens, this modern lounge features extensive al fresco terrace and a full range of delectable offerings of Iftar and Souhour. A takht band provides live entertainment from a stage across the pool complemented with several huge screens broadcasting hit Ramadan series, all are topped with Hilton professional, expedient and friendly service.

This peaceful atmosphere allows customers to sit back, relax, and truly enjoy Ramadan evening.

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence has the pleasure of inviting guests to embrace the magical spirit of Ramadan among family and friends in a variety of exceptional settings. La Gourmandise restaurant will set a stylish scene offering an extravagant Iftar buffet featuring live cooking stations such as Egyptian and Ramadan favorites crafted by Four Seasons culinary experts in addition to Sohour buffet with a special twist. Guests can opt to break their fast in the outdoors by the pool, enjoying two different special Iftar family style set menus in renowned Syrian Restaurant Aura; exquisitely curated and prepared by Syrian Chef Nedal Hamadan. Not only offering a Syrian culinary experience for Iftar but also creating magical nights for Sohour as families gather and catch on their favorite Ramadan series in their own private cabanas. Let Four Seasons catering team of experts add magic and glamour to your Ramadan nights. Whether catering for an intimate family gathering in the comfort of one’s home or a corporate business event; serving to up to 2000 guests anywhere in Egypt.

For more information, please call the Hotel directly on +20235671600 or the reservation desk on +202 35672019

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RAMADAN

CELEBRATE THE HOLLY MONTH OF RAMADAN AT THE NILE RITZ-CARLTON, CAIRO

EXPERIENCE THE TRUE SPIRIT OF RAMADAN AT CONRAD CAIRO Enjoy an extravagant Iftar buffet with a spectacular view of the Nile at Solana Restaurant. At OAK Grill indulge in a contemporary Lebanese Iftar set Menu served in a deluxe setting. At Jayda Nile Terrace, enjoy a perfect setting for social evenings with Iftar and Sehour specialties at El Lama El Helwa with daily live entertainment. For large groups wishing a unique Iftar or Sohour experience; a special Ramadan menus are created for gathering or corporate event. Check out our spectacular selection of oriental dessert with a special price at the Atrium Lobby Lounge. Create unforgettable memories by sharing your Ramadan experiences on social media using the hashtag #RamadanAtConradCairo.

In the spirit of giving and precious gatherings in the holy month of Ramadan, The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo invites guests to an array of delicious and unique culinary experiences The culinary team at The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo has put together a selection of gourmet Arabic and International delicacies for their extensive Iftar buffet experience at Culina Restaurant. Aqua pool bar will offer a lovely, laid-back suhoor with the a la carte menu paired with the authentic sounds of Oud and other authentic musicians. Located at the spacious garden and overlooking the magnificent Egyptian Museum, The Nile RitzCarlton, Cairo features a unique Ramadan tent, ‘Wust El Balad’, for memorable Sohoor nights and delicious shisha flavors. The Ramadan tent includes large TV screens which will air the most popular TV shows and series of the season. Suitable for big groups, the ‘Al Qahira’ and ‘Alf Leila Wa Leila’ ballrooms are ideal for family gatherings during the holy month of Ramadan.

For more information, please call +202 25778899 Ext: 2002, or email rc.cairz.reservations@ritzcarlton.com.

RAMADAN HAS A SPECIAL FLAIR AT MARRIOTT MENA HOUSE, CAIRO The time of the year has come again when friends and family gather around the lavish dining menus of the Holy month. Marriott Mena House, Cairo has put together an exceptional setting for this festive season to make your Ramadan extra special. Searching for a spot to gather friends and family for Iftar or Sohour? The famous 139 Restaurant will be bursting with festive spirit and culinary delights. Set within informal, intimate seating arrangements, breathtaking views of the Pyramids and the landscaped gardens, 139 pavilion offers a unique dining experience for Iftar and Sohour with extraordinary buffets full of food treats particularly created for this season.

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RAMADAN

ENCHANTING RAMADAN AT LE MERIDIEN CAIRO AIRPORT RAMADAN AT THE JW MARRIOTT CAIRO The time spent with family and friends during Ramadan is priceless, so let us help you create memories to cherish by spending Iftar and Sohour at JW Marriott Hotel Cairo where you will enjoy impeccable service and exquisite culinary experience surrounded by the unique atmosphere of the Holy Month. Experience the holy month in graceful elegance with our variety of Ramadan specials. Enjoy a delectable Iftar buffet and Sohour set menus at Mirage Café. For a more casual outdoor experience Plateau offers family-style Iftar and a la carte Sohour amidst a beautiful backdrop, enlivening entertainment and shisha. La Patisserie will be serving up the very best of oriental pastries. Guests in need of unwinding get 30 minutes free for every one-hour massage booked at Mandara Spa.

Experience the bliss of the holy month with family and friends at EVOO while breaking your fast on an extensive Iftar buffet featuring a lavish selection of culinary choices. Step into Mezzeh for an authentic Lebanese Iftar experience with on an array of uncommon Lebanese delicacies, savoury assortment of hot and cold mezzehs, desserts, shisha and more. Mezzeh also presents special Iftar set menu. Create exceptional memories this Ramadan at Shahrazad Tent, Whether you are planning to spend some leisure time with those who matter the most or arranging a corporate Sohour gathering, Shahrazad Tent is your Ideal Venue.

ROOM OFFER Savor the spirit of Ramadan with exclusive savings Reserve your stay and enjoy appealing rates starting at 850 EGP per person including: Sohour at EVOO from 22:00 until 02:00 or Breakfast at EVOO 4:30 – 10:30 AM For more info and reservations: 0222659600

ARABESQUE TENT AT HILTON CAIRO ZAMALEK Feel the magic of the Nile breeze at our elegant in-door and outdoor venue, Arabesque tent offers a daily Iftar buffet overlooking the Nile. Also you can enjoy a lavish à la carte Sohour menu, compliment the evening with your favourite Shisha selection and playing one of our oriental games while listening to our nightly live entertainment.

For reservations please call +201274550300

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RAMADAN HIGHLIGHTS AT SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO

ZAD RAMADAN TENT: IFTAR & SOHOUR RE-IMAGINED AT SHERATON CAIRO HOTEL The Holy month of Ramadan is a special time for all, and in Cairo it is nothing less than spectacular!

AZAR Events has announced the arrival of ZAD Ramadan Tent on the west bank of the River at Sheraton Cairo hotel one of Cairo’s greatest landmarks. ZAD Tent carries the originality and authenticity of heritage, and meets the requirements of modernity and trends. Featuring the most popular entertainment acts, and the most beautiful decorations and set-up, ZAD is going to be the centerpoint of all Ramadan tents in 2019. The theme of ZAD Tent combines the beauty and diversity of the Moroccan and Egyptian motif. This is what sets ZAD Tent apart from all other tents, with a unique location at Sheraton Cairo hotel with its’ amazing riverside view; it will definitely be a very distinctive and quirky place to celebrate the Holy month.

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As the lanterns are lit and excitement approaches Cairo streets, we at the Semiramis InterContinental have set our venues for the most authentic Ramadan this summer. Nile Terrace presents Fawanees and authentic Ramadan Iftar and Sohour experiences. Indulge in delicious oriental Iftar and Sohour favourites under the stars and enjoy Shisha and live star entertainment including Karika, Nagwan, Mahmoud El-Eleithy, Tarek El-Sheikh, El-Esseily, Abdul Baset Hamouda and Mustafa Hagag or watch your favourite shows on our large screen. Choose from our daily a la carte and Ramadan set menus. Night & Day is serving up numerous multi ethnic buffets all Ramadan. At the Semiramis InterContinental, our banquet halls and outdoor Pool/Nile Terrace settings are the perfect for any Iftar or Sohour functions. To make life simpler, we also provide outside catering and supply everything from menu planning to cutlery to waiters whether it is for a corporate Iftar for 30 persons or Sohour for 1,000 or more. Other than traditional Ramadan favourites, you can also indulge in Iftar and Sohour daily changing set menus courtesy of our award-winning restaurants; Sabaya, Pane Vino and Birdcage.

For individual or group reservations and more information please contact our Ramadan reservations desk: 27988188

RAMADAN

FAST, BREAK AND CELEBRATE RAMADAN AT SHERATON MONTAZAH ALEXANDRIA Sheraton Montazah Hotel Hotel invites you to celebrate Ramadan in luxury with all its amazing spirit and sharing traditions. Besides, a variety of outlets and amazing nights are there for Ramadan fans; “El Moled Bedouin Theme at the Beach Café” overlooking the superb view of the Mediterranean seashore with elegant seating serves authentic sumptuous sohour items, mouthwatering Ramadan drinks and great shisha blends along with the oriental tunes and live songs by our duo and trio band throughout the month of Ramadan. Families and friends are invited to break their fast at Café Coquillage highlighted with Ramadan decorations and special theme with its daily Iftar buffet while watching your favorite TV Shows. You can also bring friends and share quality time at “La Mamma Terrace”, “The View” & “Trottoir” Cafés or try our wide selection of oriental desserts at the Café Rendez- Vous located at the Mezzanine Floor.

MAKE THIS RAMADAN ONE TO REMEMBER AT RENAISSANCE CAIRO MIRAGE CITY HOTEL! The time spent with family and friends during Ramadan is priceless, so let us help you create memories to cherish.

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a Ramadan like nowhere else at Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel.

Enjoy an extensive Iftar buffet and Sohour set menu at Afandina by the pool topped with a variety of shisha options. Choose from a scrumptious array of Arabic pastries and treats at En Passant, the perfect take-home indulgences. Chinoix’s authentic Chinese a la carte menu is perfect for those looking for a change of flavors this month.

INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP CAIRO CITYSTARS DONATES FOOD SUPPLIES TO ARAB SARAB VILLAGE IN SHABRAMENT This year, InterContinental Hotels Group Citystars decided to have a different approach to celebrate Ramadan. The hotel joined forces with Resalet Nour Ala Nour Charity association and visited Arab Sarab village in, Shabrament, Sakkara district on the outskirts of Giza governorate to distribute basic food supplies that would be sufficient to support the families for 2 weeks during the holy month of Ramadan. A team of the hotels’ management and staff visited the villages and distributed the supplies.

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A REDEFINED RAMADAN EXPERIENCE AT THE GRAND NILE TOWER

MESHMESHIA AT SONESTA HOTEL, TOWER & CASINO - CAIRO Exclusively during Ramadan, Sonesta Cairo Hotel introduces “Meshmeshia” around the pool. Enjoy the authentically Ramadan spirit with specially created Ramadan decorations while serving mouthwatering “Iftar” & “Sohour”, live entertainment and various “Shisha” flavors. A genuine Ramadan experience you don’t want to miss. Ask about our special prices for Iftar & Sohour.

For reservation or further information please call: +202 2264.1111 ext. 301 - 302.

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As the Holy Month of Ramadan arrives once again, the Grand Nile Tower has redefined the Ramadan experience with numerous tailored choicesfor a mouth-watering culinary experience while enjoying a panoramic view of the Nile. For Iftar, enjoy gourmet set-menus at El Sakya Souk restaurant and The Nubian Village, for Sohour. Live entertainment will provide a complementary soulful ambiance with a repertoire of classic tunes to set the perfect mood.

For desserts, satisfy your sweet tooth with a varied selection of Ramadan oriental pastries from Delice gourmet shop. For Nile cruise fans, Grand Nile Tower’s yacht, Marquise, provides Iftar buffet and special Sohour cruises for groups upon request in a classical oriental evening at Baccarat. For larger gatherings, Grand Nile Tower has over 3,000 square meters of banquet space overlooking the Nile accommodating up to 900 persons.

For reservations, call +202 2365 1234 or email info@ grandniletower.com

HOME APPLIANCES

SAMSUNG LAUNCHES THE ALL-NEW 8K QLED TVS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN EGYPT

BEAUTY IN ITS PUREST FORM: GROHE LAUNCHES NEW CERAMIC AND BATHTUB LINE ESSENCE Reduced to its essentials and yet hard to beat in terms of aesthetics: lusciously curved, organic forms, slim and highly functional. Based on the reduction to pure elegance, a bathroom design line has been created that exposes the beauty of ceramics presented in its purest form – Essence. The washbasins and vessel basins as well as toilets and bidets feature natural, delicate lines. As a full bathroom solutions supplier, GROHE will also be offering bathtubs as part of the new Essence ceramic line starting in April, completing its product portfolio.

Samsung Electronics Egypt revealed its newest 8K TV today, during a press conference held in the Four Seasons Nile Plaza hotel. The brand new 8K TVs present further advanced specs that mark a new era of TVs providing an unprecedented experience for the consumers. Samsung’s QLED 2019 series feature the new Samsung’s proprietary 8K Quantum Processor enabling a state-of-the-art resolution, high-quality picture in addition to a set of smart features coming in different sizes. The new 8K TV features are supported

by Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, allowing it to recognize and enhance any content with any resolution and transmit it in high 8K definition.

LG’S SLIMMED-DOWN REFRIGERATORS SHED INCHES, 0PUT MORE WEIGHT ON FOOD FRESHNESS LG Electronics (LG) presented its latest Slim French-Door refrigerators at InnoFest MEA 2019, which took place from April 9-11 in Seoul, Korea. With sleek designs and handy features, LG’s competitive new lineup presents premium quality refrigeration solutions in space-friendly sizes. The first FrenchDoor refrigerators to be fitted with the company’s cutting-edge Linear Cooling™ and DoorCooling+™ technologies, the slim models ensure that food stays fresher for longer. With LG’s advanced Inverter Linear Compressor, which helps lower energy consumption and comes backed by a 10-year warranty, the new refrigerators are built to meet the diverse needs of discerning consumers throughout the Middle East and Africa.

The Slim French-Door refrigerators are just 835 millimeters wide, smaller than the 850-900-millimeter width of the average fridge space allocated in most kitchens.

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HOME DECOR

H&M HOME LOOKS TO MOROCCO FOR INSPIRATION THIS SUMMER

H&M Home now present our new collection and styles for summer where Inspiration comes from pool terraces and desert camps as we are influenced by Morocco and the inspiring diversity of Marrakesh. The summer collection presents a colourful palette of garden greens, swimming pool blues and pops of pink, yellow and orange along with neutral tones such as sand, white and black as our design team do different takes on Marrakesh. Prints such as palm trees and exotic birds are key this season and create a very summery setting together with decorative objects with the shape of shells or leaves. Brass and coloured glass continue to be important and create an interesting mix together with natural materials such as rattan, jute, straw and linen.

CARS

MASERATI QUATTROPORTE GRANLUSSO: A ONE OF ONE FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER AT THE SHANGHAI AUTO SHOW 2019 Kicking off the Shanghai Auto Show, Maserati is presenting a unique new model. Showcasing a preview of its future customization programme, Maserati is presenting a Quattroporte GranLusso ONE OF ONE, customized by Maserati Centro Stile in collaboration with a VIP customer: Mr. Xuan Feng, Chief Editor of T-Magazine China. Maserati is intensifying its focus on customization showcasing its innate Italian characteristics by combining virtuous craftsmanship, state-of-the-art technology and sophisticated design.

CARS NOW IN EGYPT; THE ALL NEW TOYOTA COROLLA

Toyota Egypt launches the all new 12th generation of Toyota Corolla for the first time in Egypt; the car that has been sold in more than 150 countries for the past 50 years.

Corolla is considered the bestselling car model in history with more than 46 million cars sold until now. In Egypt, Toyota Corolla succeeded to acquire the appreciation and trust of Egyptians through the last 11 generations. The entirely new 12th generation of Toyota Corolla is featured with its distinctive design supported with the quality of materials used and the unique powerful body. The new Toyota Corolla was designed and manufactured according to Toyota’s New Global Architecture (TNGA). This characterizes the exterior design with futuristic outlines and better response to air dynamics.

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JAZ HOTEL GROUP IS CONTINUING ITS COURSE OF EXPANSION AROUND EGYPT In the heart of the magnificent Madinat Makadi – Hurghada, Jaz Hotel Group are opening their doors for the newly renovated TUI Sensimar Makadi Gardens Resort on the 1st of April, 2019.

The beautiful vacation spot is for families, couples and friends to enjoy Egypt’s captivating Red Sea shores along with the resorts’ endless facilities. TUI Sensimar Makadi Gardens features all-inclusive holiday packages & activities to embark on your summer journey. The resort features 145 re-designed guest rooms utilizing an elegant décor, comfortable furnishing overlooking garden & pool view rooms to soothe the guest into feeling of home. A selection of dining venues is available along with exciting recreational activities. The exceptionality of Jaz Hotel Group lays in the renowned service standards that the brand is famous for which is going to be applied on the newly acquired hotels.

STEIGENBERGER HOTELS & RESORTS LAUNCHES STEIGENBERGER PYRAMIDS CAIRO… A NEW GATE TO EGYPT’S GLAMOUR Amidst the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx Airport and facing the new Grand Egyptian Museum, Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts unveils its new hotel Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo. Royal accommodation is guaranteed with the 132 elegantly appointed rooms & suites featuring state-of-the-art amenities and a choice of views between the Great Pyramids, the Grand Museum, or the alluring swimming pool. During your stay, embark on a journey of culinary experience at the hotel’s main restaurant Lotus, serving the most delectable creations. Cool off after a sunny day by the pool with the wide selection of premium drinks, an array of innovative cocktails and local wines at the pool bar. Sip your favourite drink whilst listening to the enchanting music tones at Zoser Bar with a breathtaking scenery merging the sparkling pool and the Great Pyramids. Stroll around the hotel and enjoy the fabulous sightseeing of the ancient historic landmarks or grab a souvenir for your beloved ones from the surrounding bazars! Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo… It Is A Real Magical Experience Bringing Glamorous History To Your Doorstep!

CAIRO MARRIOTT HOTEL...THE GATE TO FOOTBALL EVENTS The Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino had the pleasure to host the African Champions League and the Confederation Cup draw for the 3rd time in history at the iconic Aida ballroom. The event which all football fans have been waiting for took place on March 20th 2019. The day started with a cocktail reception held at Almaz. Following the reception the draw took place at Aida ballroom where the official results were announced and guidelines for the upcoming games have been set.Attending the event were the iconic football players Emad Meteb and Patrick M’Boma in addition to a number of legends in the football game field.

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SPA

INDULGE AT SO SPA AT SOFITEL LEGEND OLD CATARACT ASWAN A self-indulging experience flared with the ancient secrets of beauty at So Spa. A specially designed selection of treatments, leveraged with a sensitive blend of traditional recipes and modern artistic application, creating a total spiritual and physical rejuvenating. Travelers and serenity seekers throughout history have pinpointed Aswan as one of the finest destinations for explicit medication whilst watching the magical sunset.

So Spa is inspired by its crowning location in the heart of the Nile, where all essential minerals and life merits are combined together to base a culture and heritage knowledge of well-being and beauty enhancement therapies. So Spa simply pastes its visitors into an era of the pharaonic arts of creating beauty queens and gods, presenting 1200 sqm including 8 treatment rooms, Hammam, indoor pool and fitness center.

Delve into a formidable gallery of fragrances, precious oils, traditional herbal balms and flower mists, which will enliven your senses while each hour of the day providing a unique and

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memorable immersion in the land of Nubia. So SPA offers an extra-ordinary journey into the world of beauty.

Inspired by the Pharaohs; Queen Cleopatra secret antiaging recipe, combining contemporary and traditional treatments for a one of a kind experience.

The main aim of So Spa at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan is to ensure that every guest leaves feeling more relaxed than when they arrived. In a setting of complete serenity and luxury, guests are lavishly pampered from head to toe, one body part at a time. Highly trained specialists balance ancient techniques and modern scientific methods with a New-Age approach to create programs dedicated to achieve optimum health, beauty and well-being. The spa is a heavenly retreat for the mind and body. The spacious and luxurious spa areas are lined with blue tiling and mosaics, reflecting the style of the old Moorish bath houses with an ultramodern style which, in combination with the elegant and ingenious indirect lighting, further compliment the relaxing effects of the various treatments. The Spa also offers a state of art fitness room, fitted with a range of cutting edge ‘TechnoGym’ cardio and resistance equipment.

For further info about our well-being packages, visit sofitel. com/1666

TECHNOLOGY

THE TREND-SETTING HUAWEI P30 LITE IS THE ULTIMATE BLEND OF NEW TRENDS AND MACHINE AESTHETICS

As a global handset manufacturer, Huawei announced the new generation P series to the world. Similar to the naming method of previous generations, the P30 series is divided into three different configurations: P30 Pro, P30 and P30 lite. Amongst those, the P30 lite’ is launched with three color options and three styles are Midnight Black, Pearl White and Peacock Blue. Sporting a Dewdrop display, HUAWEI P Lite has a very high screen-to-body ratio of 84.1 percent; meanwhile it houses a 32MP frontfacing camera for selfies. The HUAWEI P30 lite features a large f/1.8, 24MP HD main camera with 6P’s 0.9 μm pixel size. With the HUAWEI P lite’s 8MP, 120-degree ultra wide angle camera, all the details of your fantastic life can be locked down. As the flagship mobile phone that perfectly interprets new trend styles and machine aesthetics, the emergence of the Huawei P30 lite is a great addition to the mobile phone industry in 2019.

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TECHNOLOGY

POWER YOUR STYLE WITH REALME 3

realme Egypt will be launching the most powerful phone in this budget segment today, realme 3.

The stylish device is powered by the AI master MediaTeK Helio P60 processor and comes with a 4230 mAh battery, giving you the longest battery life in this segment. realme 3 is equipped with an upgraded 13MP + 2MP dual rear camera with Nightscape and Chroma Boost mode, which are the first in this category, with 6.2-inch dewdrop full screen and triple SIM slots expandable up to 256GB. realme 3 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM is on sale on Jumia and in stores beginning of May. The 3GB RAM + 64GB ROM will be available in stores during May. As for the 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM version, it will be only be exclusively available for online sales on 6th May, 2019.

THE NITE JOGGER SILHOUETTE RETURNS TO SHINE A LIGHT ON NIGHT TIME CREATORS

adidas Originals offers up new iterations of the Nite Jogger model this month, reinterpreting the iconic road running sneaker through another unmissable aesthetic update. The reflective silhouette returns to stake its claim as an essential for any night time creator, backed with a campaign created by a global network of artists working in their fields of expertise. The campaign demonstrates how night time can act as the perfect backdrop for expression. Returning this month, the new Nite Jogger sneakers feature lightweight nylon ripstop, soft mesh knit, and suede overlays.

Combined, these materials offer advanced adaptability for the unrelenting grind of 24/7 creativity. Hi-vis reflective details complete the upper, adding a new dimension to the shoe’s name and establishing it as a must have in the arsenal of any creative that thrives at night.

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HILTON LUXOR RESORT & SPA SPONSORS LUXOR AFRICAN FILM FESTIVAL.

INERTIA STARTED DELIVERING SOLEYA TO ITS HOMEOWNERS. DANONE IS THE FIRST COMPANY IN EGYPT TO RECEIVE THE B CORPTM CERTIFICATION MAKING IT THE LARGEST B CORPTM IN AFRICA AND THE MIDDLE EAST.

GRAND NILE TOWER ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF SHERIF MEDHAT AS ITS NEW COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR.

EMIRATES UNVEILS ITS PAVILION FOR EXPO 2020 DUBAI FOCUSING ON FUTURE OF COMMERCIAL AVIATION. MINISTER OF TOURISM VISITS JAZ HOTEL GROUP AT THE ITB TRAVEL TRADE SHOW.

FATAFEAT LAUNCHES UNMISSABLE NEW PROGRAMMING FOR RAMADAN 2019.

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THE MARQUEE THEATER AT CAIRO FESTIVAL CITY HOSTS THE PREMIERE OF THE WELL-KNOWN PLAY “KING LEAR” FOR THE GREAT ENGLISH WRITER WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE STARRING THE EGYPTIAN LEGEND YEHIA ELFAKHARANY.

RENAULT TRUCKS, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TRIANGLE HEAVY EQUIPMENT, LAUNCH 2019 MODELS IN EGYPT.

MASTERCARD WINS ‘FUTURE OF PAYMENTS COMPANY OF THE YEAR’ ACCOLADE AS THE REGION’S MOST TRUSTED TECHNOLOGY PARTNER.

INJAZ EGYPT ANNOUNCES THE WINNERS OF ‘START UP EGYPT 2019’.

FAMILY HYGIENE INSTITUTE (FHI) CERTIFICATION LAUNCHES FINE TISSUES ON THE GLOBAL HYGIENE STAGE.

AFTER THE RELEASE OF HIS NEW ALBUM “ZAI EL FESOUL EL ARBA’A”: MOHAMMED AL SHARNOUBY SINGS LIVE AT THE NEW OPEN AIR THEATER AT CAIRO FESTIVAL CITY. YOUGOTAGIFT LAUNCHES REWARDS

BY YOUGOTAGIFT, AN END TO END DIGITAL REWARDS SOLUTION FOR HR MANAGERS TO RECOGNIZE AND REWARD EMPLOYEES.

LE MÉRIDIEN CAIRO AIRPORT SUPPORTS WORLDWIDE EARTH HOUR MOVEMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT BY GOING DARK FOR ONE HOUR. MARAKEZ HAS AWARDED THE CONSTRUCTION OF AEON TOWERS TO HASSAN ALLAM CONSTRUCTION.

GOOGLE ASSISTANT LAUNCHES IN ARABIC IN EGYPT.

HILTON CAIRO ZAMALEK RESIDENCES WINS LUXURY HOTEL OF THE YEAR FOR THE SECOND TIME FROM NICHE AWARD FESTIVAL. MARAKEZ ACQUIRES A NEW LAND PLOT IN MANSOURA TO DEVELOP A NEW COMMERCIAL MALL.

MARRIOTT MENA HOUSE, CAIRO HOSTS THE ANNUAL PINK PARTY ZUMBA SPREADING AWARNESS ABOUT BREAST CANCER.

LOCAL QUALIFIERS OF THE DANONE NATIONS CUP CONCLUDES EGYPT ACADEMY TOOK FIRST PLACE AND WILL REPRESENT EGYPT AT THE DANONE NATIONS CUP IN BARCELONA, SPAIN. ENGINEER AHMED EL SEWEDY, FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN OF EL SEWEDY EDUCATION, HAS ASSURED THAT THE HIGHER EDUCATION SYSTEM IS BOUND TO WITNESS A QUANTUM LEAP.

MCDONALD’S LAUNCHES YOUR RIGHT TO KNOW’S SECOND PHASE TO ANSWER ALL CUSTOMER QUESTIONS. MG DEVELOPMENTS ANNOUNCES STARTING OF IMPLEMENTATION THE HQ “HEADQUARTER BUSINESS” AT 90TH STREET IN AL TAGMOU’ AL KHAMES AND OFFERING 22 DIFFERENT UNIQUE FACILITIES. MAY 2019 | 67

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The Good Life Culinary Festival The Good Life culinary festival was officially launched during the cocktail reception on April 1st, 2019 at Nox by the Rooftop. The event hosted Cairo’s elite, key public figures, businessmen and food enthusiasts.

The event introduced the culinary prowess of six great chefs from Marriott International luxury properties from around the world, showcasing diverse skills and originality in taste sensations that surprised and delighted guests’ palate.

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5, Abou El Feda Street, Om Kolthoom Hotel, Zamalek: 0101 222 8815 / 02 2737 2552 WESTOWN HUB, SODIC: 0102 004 0984 Alexandria L’PASSAGE MALL ALEXANDRIA-DOWNTOWN: 0100 002 7232 MAY 2019 | 69

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Sheraton Cairo Hotel And Casino Celebrates The Launch Of The New Marriott Loyalty Program “Bonvoy” Sheraton Cairo hotel and casino recently celebrated the launch of the new Marriott loyalty program “BonVoy” with a special cocktail reception at Bridge café to introduce the new program. In house guests and elite loyal members were invited to join the celebration of the new program.

OPPO Launches F11 Series: Versatile Portrait Mastery, Breakthroughs in Photography and User Experience OPPO officially launched the F11 and F11 Pro at Four Season Nile Plaza This time the F11 series upgrades from selfie expert to portrait master, featuring a 48-megapixel (MP) image sensor to provide users with an unprecedented night photography experience.

In addition, the F11 Pro boasts an uninterrupted full screen display made possible by a hidden front camera module.

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First Mall Hosts A Fashion Show For Its Spring/ Summer Collection

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF HOSPITALITY WITH MEDIA AND CORPORATE PARTNERS At Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residence Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences celebrated Hiltons’ 100 Years of Hospitality with media and corporate partners at the Terrace on our swimming pool deck.

There were over 150 guests celebrating Hiltons’ 100 years of Hospitality, all the guests enjoyed the event atmosphere, live entertainment and the incredible fireworks show.

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Sofitel Clubs Championship Golf Tournament Organized by Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah held for the 5th consecutive year “Sofitel Clubs Championship” Golf tournament at Katameya Dunes Golf Course, where participants joined from all golf courses in Egypt. The Award Ceremony was held at Sofitel El Gezirah at Le Duplex Asian restaurant & Bar.

The Land Developers Hosts a Gala Dinner Celebrating The Company’s Launch The Land Developers hosted a magnificent night filled with music and food Cairo’s Four Seasons Nile Plaza to celebrate its launch into the real estate market. The company also announced its debut project - Armonia - situated in The New Administrative Capital.

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