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Corpclass Best Limo Service in Alexandria, Virgini
Jul 03, 2017 07:20 PM 759 Views

We used corpclass.com for our first trip to Alexandria, va two years ago and chose them again from the list of available limo companies as the experience was that good. We landed and received a text immediately to connect with the driver. I texted the driver as soon as we gathered our bags and headed out.


Car was there in seconds. Took us to the Disneyland Hotel and had a very pleasant conversation with the driver during the trip(this has happened every time). Trip back was just as enjoyable. Telling anyone to use the service if heading to Disneyland. Made the trip effortless and for the small extra cost.WELL WORTH IT! We have only used DSL Chauffeured, and will do the same with our next trip as I like to stay with a good thing!


7 Days Cairo and Hurghada Package
Jun 02, 2013 05:18 PM 1159 Views

*Looking for the cheapest Red Sea Vacation? Here is the chance to explore Cairo’s great Pyramids and the giant Sphinx at Giza  with our Egypt Low Cost Holidays; also you will discover rare Antiquities at the Egyptian Museum, King Tut-Ankh-Amun treasure & the recently discovered Queen Hatshepsut Mummy.


You will have the chance to relax enjoying the sun and the Red Sea city Hurghada. Cairo and Hurghada Holiday Packages.*


Day 1: Cairo Arrival Arrival to Cairo airport, our representative will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign of your name; he will assist with arrival procedures, you will be transferred to the hotel with a private air-conditioned vehicle assisting you with check-in procedure. Then a quick review with the trip program pick up times and places.  Overnight in Cairo.


Day 2: Pyramids & Egyptian Museum After having breakfast at your hotel.


You will be accompanied by your private tour guide to Giza Pyramids(Cheops, Chaperon & Mykerinos) where you can observe the massive built of tombs and the giant statue Sphinx in the shape of a lion body and human head, which refers to the strength of the Pharos, your tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple. Proceeding with our tour in the Egyptian Museum, where you will feel connected to the ancient world as well as a variety of precious golden Antiquities of the ancient Egyptians goes back to 5000 years. Also you will  find the treasures of king Tut-Ankh-Amun, your last visit for the day will be Khan El Khalili Market, the oldest market in the Middle East. Departure to Hurghada by A/C Car, arrival Hurghada, meet & assist by our representative, transfer to your hotel in Hurghada.  Overnight in Hurghada.


Day 3: Free Day in Hurghada Having your breakfast at hotel, free day.


Optional Tour: Snorkeling Trip at Giftun Island by Boat Our representative will pick you up from your hotel Hurghada or El-Gouna to start your marvelous experience by getting onto your boat for a snorkeling day trip in the Red Sea Giftun Island, you will have the chance to snorkel in different spots full of astonishing corals and marvelous colored fish, as well you would have the chance to swim with dolphins, spending your time with the water sports, activities on Giftun Island and the national park with an open buffet lunch aboard the cruise, Then a transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Hurghada.


Day 4: Leisure at Hurghada Breakfast at your hotel, free day.  Optional Tour: Quad Pick trip at Sunset Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada or and start your Quad Bike Desert Safari. You will drive your Quad Bike through the desert and experience the Bedouin life and enjoy a Bedouin tea that you will not forget, as you will have the chance to enjoy the sunset among the Desert Mountains of Hurghada . At the end you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Hurghada.


Day 5: Leisure at Hurghada Breakfast at hotel, free day.  Optional Tour: Glass Boat Trip Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada then start your Glass Bottom Boat Excursion. We will take you over Coral Reef where you can see the great brain from the near of the Far Garden. It is considered as one of the largest corals all over the world. At the end of your tour you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Hurghada.


Day 6: Leisure at Hurghada Having your breakfast at your hotel, free day in Hurghada. Departure to Cairo by A/C car, arrival to Cairo, meet & assist by our representative, transfer to your hotel.  Overnight in Cairo.


Day 7: Final Departure Breakfast at hotel, our representative will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the airport for the final departure.


Wo muqaddar ka sikander !
Sep 29, 2007 04:46 PM 5967 Views

Alexandria or Al-Sikandariyya is a waterfront city founded by...you guessed it-Alexander the Great .


We reached Alexandria in about 2.5 hours by road from Cairo.Being quite close you can make it a day trip, leave early in the morning and be back the same night or stay over.The choice is yours.We had our lunch in a place near the citadel.They serve a platter of fish caught fresh from the Mediterranean sea with vegetable salad and a number of side dishes.For 80-90 pounds a plate its a little expensive but what the hell, you don't go to Egypt everyday.I bought a starfish for 2 pounds, they sell them by the dozens and a good bargain could get you one for a single pound(as I learnt later).


You can visit the Citadel & the library(we gave it a miss).But the real deal is-The Catacombs of Kom-ash-Shuqqafa, these are Roman burial places of the dead, where the bodies were lowered in a rotunda and the doorways are guarded by carvings of Anubis, God of the Dead.I am sure theres no better place to film a spooky movie, the atmosphere is creepy but its the most awesome experience .Al-Sikandariyya is the place the rich sheikh families go to cool off in the summer and it can get considerably expensive when along with international tourists the local populace fuels the tourism crowd.We went in December so it was fine.


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And so to Alexandria I went..
Oct 16, 2005 12:34 PM 3546 Views

Dear Readers,


The travelogue below describes in detail the 4 days I spent in one of the most historical places in this world, Egypt. My short trip covered Alexandria and Cairo, and I will be describing the experience in each place separately. Please check both, and any feedback would be highly appreciated. My sincere hope is that someday you also get to see this magnificent place, and it is in that hope that I have written this travelogue to perhaps make your trip a little easier and well-researched. Grab a cuppa tea or coffee and read this with a relaxed mind..Happy travelling!


Alexandria


My much awaited, short and hectic Egypt tour started on a low note. Arrived in Alexandria at 00.35 on 19th January, one hour late courtesy Air Arabia. Contrary to popular opinion the 5 hour low-cost flight from Sharjah to Alex was quite good (food on offer was bad though, plus you had to pay for it extra!), but the delay was not so pleasant.


Alexandria was bone chilling cold when I walked out of the airport at 3 am..almost felt like the chill of Manali in India! I didnt expect such weather, but it was ok..hired a taxi, without negotiating too much, coz at that time of the night in such weather, u want the cabbie on ur side! My hotel, called Union Hotel was right on the corniche..which is a lovely necklace shaped area just like the Marine Drive in Mumbai..the first impression of Alex was that of a laid-back chilled place..and that was the final impression as well !! Language was a barrier throughout my trip, but with a few Arabic words here n there, was able to manage quite well! The hotel guy was quite helpful even at 3 am, as I discussed with him my plan of action for the morning.


At 7 am, after breakfast, I headed for the nearby tram station. it was pouring rain already, and that was a dampener. Straight to the Roman Catacombs I went, which is a burial ground during the roman reign, consisitng of tombs and graves 100 feet below the surface...apparently this place was discovered when a donkey fell in a grave in 1900, and since then they have excavated a whole area of ruins..it was amazing to think of how they must have constructed such a precise n perfect place deep down inside, its almost like a mortuary there with places for so many bodies! Plus lots of architecture and stuff on the walls...next stop was Pompeys Pillar, just a landmark TALL pillar from Alexanders times! Back to the tram and on the return journey, it felt sooo nice jus soaking in the views.


Alex is still living in the 1930s or 1940s...of course the modern city life is there in some areas, but there is this other side that you see..the normal day to day life of the people..and nothing is hurried or rushed...most the roads are made of cobble stones, and side by side the cars (trust me the newest car in Alex is a 1970s Lada or a Datsun or Fiat, including the taxis!), there are horse carts going clickety clackity while the sweet smell of sheesha (Arabic smoke pipe) envelopes the air...it was just too good..From the cafes came the sound of takbir(Islamic religious verses), as live transmission of an important religious event in Saudi Arabia happened on TVs...And the Alexandrians huddled around the rainy streets making their way to some last minute shopping and preparations for Eid(an important Muslim fesitval), the next day...


Next stop was the location of the ancient lighthouse, which was one of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World, but got destroyed in floods and quakes. Next to it was the Fort of Qaitbay, a massive fort well maintained and providing an excellent view of the city of Alex(it was situated on the end of the ''necklace'' corniche. It was 2pm by this time and I had a train to catch to Cairo by 4, so the last stop was the Kom Al-Dikka or Roman Amphitheatre, which is a location of many archaeological discoveries, and more are taking place right now..it was a pleasure clicking photographs non-stop in this really beautiful location..


Egypt has a very good train system, and not the least bit expensive..The 220 km journey from Alexandria to Cairo on one of the imported trains ( all long distance trains in Egypt are either french or spanish ) took just 2 hours and cost me around US$ 7 in first class, and all trains are precisely on time always. The 1st and 2nd class cabins have comfortable seats, and the train ride is a smooth one! The journey and scenery were exactly like the ones you see in India on a train journey..lots of paddy and greenery and stuff, apart from the slum areas..if you still havent got it, then YES, I'm originally from India!


To be continued..but in the Cairo section!


..:: Alexandria ::..
Dec 12, 2004 01:22 AM 21034 Views

Alexandria stretches nearly 70 kilometers (45 miles) along the Mediterranean coast, with urban areas covering more than 100 square kilometers. Its rich population of more than 4 million still reflects her ancient history and close ties to the Mediterranean. With ethnic minorities including Armenians, Greeks, Italians, Lebanese, Maltese, and Syrians among others, Alexandria is considered the most diverse culturally of all Egyptian cities.


Alexandria was founded by Alexander the Great 2,335 years ago. Alexander wanted this city to be the intellectual center of the world and a base to control his kingdom. Today, Alexandria is the second largest city in Egypt and it largest seaport. It is 70 kilometers long along the Mediterranean cost. The city is located 200 kilometers north of Egypt’s capital Cairo.


The city is known for its gardens, markets, museums and cinemas. There are also many sports that are practiced in Alexandria, such as diving and sailing. There are 8,000 monuments in the city, in addition to remnants of airplanes and ships that were destroyed during World War II.


There are many museums in the city, one of the most important one being the Greek Roman museum, which was established in 1893. It includes many earthen and carved works and paintings. There is also the Royal Jewels Museum in Al-Nabela Fatima Al-Zahra palace. The 4,185 square meter palace was turned into a museum in 1986. It includes jewelry from Muhammad Ali Pasha family. One of the most famous ones is the crown of Shuwekar, the first wife of King Fuad.


One of the most famous ancient monuments there is medieval Kaytbai Fort. The fort was eventually constructed in 1498 on the foundation of the old Lighthouse that collapsed in earthquakes.


Alexandria has a museum for marine science and it includes rare types of fish in an aquarium. The museum talks about the sea battles the city witnessed over the years.


Kafafees museum depicts the life of the Greek poet Kafafees who loved the city and lived in it.


Among the few landmarks are th emosques of Abul-Dardaa, a muslim scholar and one of the companions of the prophet Muhammad; and the mosque of Al-Mursi Abul-Abbas, an Andalusian-style mosque.


One of Alexandria’s landmarks that is steeped in superstitions is Masoud well. It is one of the most famous wells in Egypt and visited by many. People believe that they could throw a coin inside and make a wish and it will come true. The well is 16 meters deep and three meters wide.


Alexandria’s coast stretches along the city. Some of the most famous beaches is San Stifano, Al-Shatibi, Al-Ebrahemeya, Al-Muntazah and Al-Ajmi.


During the 20th cetury, the city became Egypt’s summer Capital. One of the most beautiful beaches of Alexandria is Al-Muntazah coast (Cleopatra island), where according to mythology, Queen Cleopatra lived one of her most beautiful days. The Late King Fouad built residential palaces surrounded by enormous gardens on this island to make it the king’s summer residence.


Surrounding Al-Montazah main palace, there are also Burj Al-Sa’a, harmalak, Al-Salamlak, Al-Aswar and Al-Bawaba palaces. Al-Suba Al-Malakeya palace contain rare types of plants in addition to the famous bridge that connects the island with the rest of the gardens.


The site of sunset at Cleopatra beach attracts many visitors to view the beauty of nature. The second most beautiful Alexandria beach is Al-Ajmi beach. It is full of touristic villages and other attractions. Al-Ajmi houses the villas of many celebrities.


The sixth October village, especially Al-Nakheel oasis resort is one of the most beautiful places on Al-Ajmi beach. It is unique for its beautiful coastline and its long line of restaurants and entertainment centers.


Al-Mamourah is another famous part of Alexandria. It is known for its nightlife, gardens and quiet family beaches.


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