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national players of the participating countries in African and European Wakeboarding Championship – Press release By:  Mahmoud Sheleib Mon, Nov. 27, 2017     CAIRO – 27 November 2017: The opening ceremony of the Wakeboarding European and African Championships was held Sunday’s evening at El Gouna Cable Park Sliders, under the auspices of the Egyptian Sailing and Water-Ski Federation. With the participation of about 200 players from 19 different countries, who will compete in all age groups in different categories including Egypt, Spain, Russia, France, South Africa, Denmark, Slovenia and others.  It was attended by Amr Abo El Seoud, vice president of the Egyptian Sailing and Water-Ski Federation, Karim Soliman member of the International Federation, General Manager of El Gouna resort Mahmoud El Baroudi, Vice President of the International Federation of the sport Varna Laca and a number of officials of Orascom Development Company.  The ceremony started with a minute of

Sea Cinema have 3 screens.  Program times are: 1: 00 pm  3:00 pm 6:00 pm 8:00 pm 10:00 pm location  El Gouna Behind Rehana Hotel  face book page  https://www.facebook.com/ElgounaSeaCinema booking  http://www.elcinema.com/theater/3101280 For more info Contact :01271300042-01273393007

Cairo – 18 November 2017: Should Orascom Development Egypt (ODE) be able to repay between LE 700 million and LE 1 billion of its debt in 2018, its financial situation will be much better, the company’s CEO Khaled Bichara Said on Saturday, Reuters reported.   The company is owned by Egyptian businessman Samih Sawiris.  Bichara’s comments came after ODE announced that it achieved profits in the third quarter of 2017. It achieved LE 76 million ($ 4.3 million) in net profits, compared to LE 44.3 million in losses a year earlier.  Bichara said, in a press conference in Cairo, that the company’s loans and credit facilities amounted to LE 4 billion at end of September.  The company’s net profit during the first nine months of 2017 reached LE 193.7 million, compared to LE 150.3 million last year.  Bichara attributed the company’s profits to improved tourism occupancy rates in addition to a number of economic and sport events that took place in the Red Sea resort of el-Gouna over

The Gouna Owners Club (GOC) is organizing their 13th social event on Saturday, December 9th from 7 pm, at the Pasta e Basta Italian Restaurant downtown. Please find below more details and map on how to get there. We would love all Owners to join us. Hope to see you all, and please confirm your names and number of people joining you to email mrabih@hotmail.com

By:  Mona Ahmed Thu, Nov. 16, 2017 CAIRO - 16 November 2017: Attracting thousands of travelers every year, Hurghada seems to cast a spell on tourists as one of Egypt’s leading holiday destinations. Some visitors are so attached to Hurghada’s magnetic charms that they can’t help but to keep coming back. Michel Van Haarlem, a member of the “Hurghadians” Facebook page, is a Dutch citizen with an Egyptian heart. His story with Egypt began 14 years ago when he visited Safaga for the first time.  Photo of Michel Van Haarlem, a Dutch tourist practices diving in El Gouna, Hughada - Facebook homepage travelogue. “From the first trip, I fell in love with Egypt and its people, and I felt that this is my second home. I can still feel the same excitement every time I book a ticket to Egypt, even though I have now visited this beautiful country many times over the past years,” Van Haarlem told Egypt Today enthusiastically. Van Haarlem spent all his holidays moving between

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By:  Egypt Today staff     CAIRO – 13 November 2017: Popular TV host Ellen DeGeneres reposted a video of an octopus basking in the sunlight below the glistening waters near Egypt’s Red Sea coast. With nearly 50 million followers on her Instagram account, DeGeneres’ video got more than five million views in just two days.  Many initiatives are underway to revive tourism in Egypt as many renowned Hollywood stars have visited Egypt in the recent period. Since the drawback that hit the tourism industry following the revolution and, in particular, the crackdown of Russian plane over South Sinai in 2015, tourism revenues have gone down by over 70 percent. Hollywood star Forest Whitaker visited Egypt in October to attend the El Gouna Film Festival, where he visited the Egyptian museum and shared photos as he marveled at the iconic pyramids, to document such an “inspiring moment,” as he tweeted. In February, Argentinean football legend Lionel Messi arrived in Egypt as

El Gouna’s Sea Cinema is happy to present you with their new schedule starting November 8.  Sea Cinema have 3 screens.  Program times are: 1: 00 pm  3:00 pm 6:00 pm 8:00 pm  10:00 pm  For more info Contact :01271300042-01273393007 location  El Gouna Behind Rehana Hotel  face book page  https://www.facebook.com/ElgounaSeaCinema booking  http://www.elcinema.com/theater/3101280   .

CAIRO - Egypt Today - 4 November 2017:  "Talat Dakat" [Three Beats] song led a seminar to unveil details of this new soundtrack on Wednesday. The new song is a collaboration between renowned Egyptian actress Youssra, singer and composer Abu, and songwriter Tamer Habib.  Managing to gather 15 million views, the song was also a success among its creators such as Youssra who praised the massive feedback received after its release."Social Media has a great influence on promoting the songs between youth, although it may has negative impact on privacy," Youssra said.  Habib also added that the song reached different Egyptian social classes, saying “you can hear the song wither in a car, bus, cafe, or homes."  She emphasized that it added positive vibes to the wonderful atmosphere of the first El Gouna Film Festival (GFF). Abu has stated that that he is a big fan for Youssra, and they met before on many occasions, mentioning tha

The Gouna Owners Club (GOC) is organizing their 12th social event on Saturday, November 11th from 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm, at the Piazza, Ancient Sands, and we’d love all Owners to join us. Please come over, have a drink, enjoy the lunch and meet other Gounies. Hope to see you all, and please confirm your names and number of people joining you to my email address: samiabaladi@hotmail.com All the best Samia Baladi GOC Committee

Announcement from El Gouna Information Center Dear Valued Owners and Residents, Mobile auto spa on wheels is offering car cleaning and mechanic and tyre service at your home, work or in an emergency situation on  the road. They wash and repair most types of vehicles at your doorstep, so you don’t lose any time from work, relaxation or time with your kids.  What they offer:  Car wash service: Waterless & steam car detailing service: exterior , interior,  full detailing , waxing & nano ceramic.   Simple Auto services like Battery, tires, lights, fluids & electric’s check and change. Why are they different to a normal car wash?  In today's busy life, they understand your need for convenience, therefore the fully equipped custom made Tuk Tuk and trained staff are always ready to serve you at any location within El Gouna. Instead of a normal water wash we use a steam cleaning system together with waterless premium products.   Cleaner, environmen

 Announcement from El Gouna Information Center Dear Valued Owners and Residents, Charly's Crêperie and Charly's Bar With th ese  two spots, Charly and her team add new highlights to the El Gouna gastro scene.  Serving appetizers, savory and sweet crêpes, salads and different desserts at reasonable prices. Charly’s  Crêperie transform s  also your birthday into a successful event. Try it out, and become a satisfied member of the growing Charly's family. For Reservations, please call  +201277744675  or ext 32448 Located next to the Arena Inn Spa.

Announcement from El Gouna Information Center Dear Valued Owners and Residents, Winter is coming and the evenings are getting longer again.  Therefore we are glad  to provide you with the 2017/2018 Opera schedule, valid from now until further notice All shows are live transmissions from the New York Metropolitan Opera House and displayed using Audi Max technology at the TUB campus  Running Time Time Date Opera 2 hours 52 min 19:55 November 18, 2017 Exterminating Angel 2 hours 15 min 19:55 December 24, 2017 Hansel and Gretel 3 hours 18 min 19:55 January 27, 2018 Tosca 2 hours 59 min 19:00 February 10, 2018 L’Elisir d’Amore 3 hours 16 min 19:30 February 24, 2018 Bohème 3 hours 50 min 19:55 March 10, 2018 Semiramide 3 hours 56 min 18:55 March 31, 2018 Così fan tutte 3 hours 58 min 18:30 April 14, 2018 Luisa Miller 3 hours 12 min 18:55 April 28, 2018 Cendrillon