Tuesday 5 November 2024

"A WEEK IN EGYPT, TRAVEL WITH STYLE"

Egypt is one of the most mysterious countries on the planet and had been on my bucket list for years. There are so many places to travel in Egypt; it's hard to decide just where to go from ancient Egyptian sites to places tourists don't usually think about, like some of the most amazing coral reefs in the world, Egypt has so much to offer!


The Sahaba Mosque in Old Town Sharm El Sheikh is beautiful. I enjoyed seeing it lit up at night. It’s centrally located near a popular tourist market



Egypt, famous for its rich history and iconic landmarks, also hosts some of the best beaches in the world, making it a prime destination for beach lovers and adventure seekers alike. The Red Sea is particularly famous for its turquoise water, and vibrant coral reefs, which serve as a paradise for snorkelers and divers. A spot like Sharm El Sheikh is not only renowned for their breathtaking underwater landscapes but also offers unique activities.



After a quick coffee, light breakfast, it was time for the dive. I was finally all geared up for my first diving experience. Within seconds on my first dive I felt my heart sink in with the sea. The feeling was exhilarating but also very scary.  This Red Sea was adobe to thousands of brightly colored reef fish, coral and many other things, which I witnessed within minutes of my first dive.

A visit to Egypt is not complete without a cruise on the Nile River, the world’s longest river and a source of life for Egypt and its ancient civilization. I knew I had to do it, but not aboard a regular cruise ship. Instead, I sailed the Nile on a Felucca, the traditional Egyptian wooden sailboat that has been around for centuries.


For those wondering, it's an Egyptian bar named Farsha Cafe. An incredible lounge bar built into the side of a cliff overlooking the Red Sea: Romantic, Bohemian, Unique The venue sweeps down from the top of the mountain to the sea with and there are many different terraces and ledges where you can chill, have a few drink and maybe smoke Shisha - the typical middle-eastern water pipe.


Nearly 5,000 years ago, Memphis was the capital of Egypt and Giza served as the burial grounds for the royals. The three pyramid complexes were created in honor of their kings. The pyramids are located on the west side of the Nile River because this is the side the sun sets on. Thousands of years ago, Egyptians believed that the living should be on the east side where the sun rises while the dead should be on the other side.


There was simply no way I was going to miss the treasures of Tutankhamun, much less the mummies of the pharaohs. So I knew our trip to Cairo wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the landmark Egyptian Museum.



One of the oldest but still popular places in Naama bay is a world known Hard Rock Cafe. If there's a Hard Rock in the city I’m in, odds are good that I'll eat there


 




Sunday 12 May 2024

THE SECOND LARGEST FASHION SHOW IN NORTH AMERICA ; VANCOUVER FASHION WEEK "FW 24" (APRIL 23 - 28 2024) @vanfashionweek

If there's one thing Vancouverites  know how to do, it's throw together an impeccable look, and every single day of Vancouver Fashion Week  street style this season only proved that further. 

The heart of the world fashion beat in Vancouver. The highly anticipated Vancouver Fashion Week started with a magnificent fashion show. Somewhat surprisingly, neutral tones ruled over the majority of outfits. What wasn't surprising was the amount of statement outerwear we saw throughout the week. 

Cassandra specializes in the creation of scrupulously handcrafted work wear; under her brand OFS she has created a unique fit and style.

The clothing of the fashion and design brand Lisa Grodek is the sensual expression of feminine grace and classic elegance.

AMIR I SAM fashion brand rooted in Vancouver introduced a stunning and bold range of garments that seamlessly meld with elegance.

Fashion brand Doh Tak Keh melds contemporary styles with traditional Indian elements for a fusion of Eastern and Western influences.

What set brand "CLLASHE” apart is not just their designs, but their core values. Their premium fabrics from across the globe created to ensure that each piece embodies quality.

Fashion is truly one of the most important art forms in our society. Every day, we make a personal choice of how we want to portray ourselves based on the clothing items we put on our bodies. Throughout my life, I’ve always liked to make bold choices in my style, but I’m still on my journey to finding my niche. Fashion is something in my life that has constantly provided me joy and confidence, no matter what kind of styles I am into at the moment. It makes me feel beautiful, cool, interesting and radiant.




Sunday 11 February 2024

I want to dig deep and love myself more than I ever have in my entire life.

Remember, releasing love and appreciation towards someone is an exchange of energy that can only affect your life positively.  Let words of gratitude always be on your lips. For when you are thankful, you release positive energy that will attract to you more things you can be grateful for. Have a positive mindset, speak positive affirmations and live your best life in ways you never imagine. I have learned to be calmer and to accept that there are some things in life I just can’t control. I have learned to take the bad with the good and still remember that I am worthy. I want to dig deep and love myself more than I ever have in my entire life. However, even though I have learned to love myself exactly as I am, there are still things about me that I want to work on. The thing about self-love is that you love yourself entirely, you accept who you are, but you also challenge yourself to grow.




Photo credit to Mike Fotowerks Ca 

Friday 5 May 2023

Art Vancouver 2023

 

Art Vancouver, Western Canada’s most prestigious art fair uniting nations through the Power of Art. As an art lower I was part of the opening gala on May 4th and here are some photos through the exhibit. 








It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see. Art is unquestionably one of the purest and highest elements in human happiness. It trains the mind through the eye, and the eye through the mind. As the sun colours flowers, so does art colour life.


Monday 9 January 2023

Happier and Healthier Life in 2023


Becoming aware of the mind-body-spirit connection is our most powerful tool in fostering life balance. It is through this connection we find strength, love, inner peace, courage, and wellness and can be whole in the most important areas of life. Improving your body, mind and soul is a great way to organize your long-term goals for the New Year. Your mind, emotions and body are instruments and the way you align and tune them determines how well you play life. Be true to your heart, put your whole heart and soul into it, and then whatever you do, it will shine through.
Both happiness and health are tied together very closely, with each affecting the other. This means that if you aren’t happy your health suffers and vice versa. Happiness is the highest form of health. The four keys to good health are a working digestive system, an alkaline body, low stress, and a joyful state of being. Please don't forget No medicine cures what happiness cannot.

I have chosen to be happy because it's good for my health. My philosophy in life "Don't worry. Be happy."



 

Tuesday 27 December 2022

Cyprus (KIBRIS ❤️), is an island country located in the eastern Mediterranean Sea.


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I wanna talk to you about my recent visit to Cyprus on mid October. Cyprus is a big Island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. After an hour flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airtport, I arrived to Ercan Lefkose (Nicosia) Airport. My story begins right at that moment.

Acapulco Holiday Resort Hotel is located on a golden sandy beach with shallow crystal clear waters at Girne (Kyrenia)



The food at Acapulco was excellent with variety of choices open buffet. Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day! Acapulco breakfast has lots fresh fruits and Halloumi. Halloumi or Hellim is a traditional Cypriot Cheese made from a mixture of goat's and sheep's . 

From nightclubs to casinos, from pubs to beach parties, there is everything here. The charm of the city in Girne (Kyrenia) does not let the nights end.


Lefkose (Nicosia) is the last divided capital city in Europe. It is the capital of Cyprus, which has been divided since 1974. Since then, Turkish Cypriots have been living in the north and Greek Cypriots have been living in the south of the island. Crossing the border in Lefkose (Nicosia) is a common activity for locals and only then you would get the full experience of the city. However, you would need your ID card or your passport to cross the border. On both sides of Lefkose (Nicosia), most of the interesting activities and the best places to eat and drink are located in the old city, also known as the Walled City.










Enjoy your traditional coffee in one of the many cafes it may be named Cypriot, Greek or Turkish coffee depending on the place you go! 

Büyük Han is the largest Kervansaray (caravanserai) on the island of Cyprus and is considered to be one of the finest buildings on the island. Located in the capital of Cyprus, it was built by the Ottomans in 1572, the year after they had seized Cyprus from the Venetians.











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