Thomson say it is safe to travel to resort in Sharm el Sheikh despite illness outbreak

Thomson say it is safe to travel to resort in Sharm el Sheikh despite illness outbreak

Sharm el Sheikh 

Some people have been taken ill at the Coral Sea Water World all-inclusive resort in Sharm el Sheikh, which led to the scare.

Thomson, First Choice and Thomson Cruises have issued the following statement: “First Choice is aware of a small number of cases of sickness at the Coral Sea Water World, Egypt with symptoms similar to a virus.

“Our overseas Holiday Advisors have been assisting any customers reporting sickness at the hotel, and they have been offering them appropriate support and advice.”

According to the company the number of people being taken ill has gone down, and a health and safety consultant is on site at the hotel making sure any illness is contained.

The company added: “We would like to reassure customers that we closely audit all the resorts to which we operate to ensure that health, hygiene and comfort levels are maintained.”
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Enrique Iglesias to perform in Egypt, part of his 'Sex and Love' tour

Enrique Iglesias to perform in Egypt, part of his 'Sex and Love' tour

On Saturday, 9 August, international pop superstar Enrique Iglesias will perform in Golf Porto Marina in Egypt as part of his 'Sex and Love' tour; Golf Porto posts promo

Enrique Iglesias

When Enrique Iglesias announced on Twitter his upcoming concert in Egypt, scheduled on 9 August, the news spread like wildfire.

"Egypt! Coming to Golf Porto Marina in El Alamein August 9th! Tickets on sale NOW! Don’t miss it!," the star tweeted. A few days later Ticketsmarche, Egypt's online ticketing platform, opened ticket sales.

Ticketsmarche announced four categories of pricing, ranging from LE300 ($85) to LE1,000 ($143).

Meanwhile, fans started expressing their excitement about their idol's arrival to Egypt, with Iglesias replying to a few of them. When asked by @biexbersmile if he is excited to come to Egypt, Iglesias tweeted in reply: "Very much! will I see you there?"

Son of well-known singer Julio Iglesias, Enrique has over 7.6 million followers on Twitter and not only uses the platform to announce his concerts but also communicates with many of his fans. The star is also known for organising scheduled Twitter chats with his followers.

Hosted by Amer Malls, Golf Porto Marina, Iglesias's concert in Egypt part of his international 'Sex and Love' tour, from the title of his tenth and most recent studio album, released in March 2014. The concert will feature DJ David Vendetta as the opening act.

A few seconds-long promo, in which Iglesias announces his concert on 9 August in Egypt, has been released on Golf Porto Marina's Facebook page.

It is the star's second visit to Egypt. In 2004, he performed in Media Production City in 6th of October City to a crowd of 25,000 fans. At the time, it was considered Iglesias's biggest international tour, following release of his fourth Spanish-languge studio album Quizás (Perhaps).

Programme:

Saturday, 9 August

Golf Porto Marina, Km 110 Alexandria / Mars Matrouh Road Al-Alamein, North Coast

Doors open at 6pm

David Vendetta performs at 9pm

Enrique Iglesias performs at 10pm

Tickets can be purchased at Ticketsmarche. For reservations, call Mobinil at 8000.

Ticketsmarche enumerates regulations: "Kids less than two years are not allowed; over two years require a full ticket. No cameras allowed, no pets, no alcohol and no fireworks. No refunds or exchange of tickets after purchase.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina Summer Festival

Bibliotheca Alexandrina Summer Festival

Organised by the Bibliotheca Alexandrina Art Centre, this 12th edition of the festival brings a large line-up of renowned Egyptian musicians and bands to the Mediterranean city from 6 August-2 September

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Wednesday 6 August and Thursday 7 August, 8pm, Great Hall
Omar Khairat and Bibliotheca Alexandrina Chamber Orchestra

Saturday 9 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Black Theama band

Sunday 10 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Bibliotheca Alexandrina Chamber Orchestra performs tangos and film music

Monday 11 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Sout El Night: concert of underground musicians

Tuesday 12 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Les Companions band

Saturday 16 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Dina El-Wededi

Sunday 17 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Cairokee band

Monday 18 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Shaware3na band

Tuesday 19 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Al-Tazawwoq troupe

Wednesday 20 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Massar Egbari band

Thursday 21 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Egyptian Project band

Saturday 23 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Underground Music Night: Sout Fel Zahma, Nour Ashour, Wasla band, Sama El Hadi.

Sunday 24 August, 6pm, Auditorium (free entry)
Screening of three films by three women directors

Sunday 24 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Mazhar and Soul Masters band

Monday 25 August, 6pm, Western Lectures Hall
Cinema lecture “Writing with Light”

Monday 25 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre (free entry)
Ganoub El-Wadi troupe

Tuesday 26 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Karakeeb band

Wednesday 27 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
El Masrieen band

Thursday, 28 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Mohamed Mohsen

Saturday, 30 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Bibliotheca Alexandrina Chamber Orchestra performs tangos and film music

Sunday, 31 August, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Cultural Palace Choir

Monday, 1 September, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
High Dam band and Meshwar band

Tuesday, 2 September, 8.30pm, Open Air Theatre
Festival closing with Les Petits Chats singers

Note on ticket prices:
Prices range between LE10 and LE50 depending on the event, except for Omar Khairat's concert with tickets priced between LE75 and LE200.