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[tgnjim]

YaHoooo! Got My tickets today as well a great looking T shirt & luggage tags. I can finally get rid of those disneyland tags from ten years ago. I got a duplicate electronic ticket, & I assume this was because I booked so late. It is stamped by Eygypt air though & looks good to go. So if any out there don't get yours in time, it sounds like Kamala will have this type of ticket along for backup.
Kamala, you are the greatest! I booked two weeks ago and you made this all happen. I wouldn't be surprised if you could make it happen for someone who wanted to book tonight.
I also will be taking photos, above & below, but mine are more like snapshots. I usually post photos on Yahoo for all to share.
So I'm off tomorrow at 8:00 AM for my drive to Denver, then on to NYC. See you all on Thursday.

Jim

[cmt489]

Have a great time you guys! You won't be disappointed!

[ladylike crab]

I just called Jet Blue to check on my domestic flight..I don't have a conformation number so they won't confirm my flight on Thurs. I am getting very... a retentive on this!!!! I don't have a ticket to egypt either..but I have a T shirt and luggage tags. We have 1 day left!!!!!

[WreckWench]

I just called Jet Blue to check on my domestic flight..I don't have a conformation number so they won't confirm my flight on Thurs. I am getting very... a retentive on this!!!! I don't have a ticket to egypt either..but I have a T shirt and luggage tags. We have 1 day left!!!!!

I sent your confirmation number and flight details to you this evening for Egypt Air. I noticed that the Jet Blue confirmation number was missing. I'll have it in the morning and get it to you asap.

Your domestic flight is e-ticket and it seems our international flight is as well. Egypt Air was doing a change over from paper to electronic and it appears it happened already. So NO ONE WILL RECEIVE A HARD COPY TICKET. You will get a copy of your intinery only which I also have a copy of and have sent everyone their confirmation numbers.

Hazel I'll have your domestic conf number for you in the morning. Kamala

[shadragon]

And is there a great way to get a bunch of small denomination LE?

Buy something you will get a wad back...

[shadragon]

From the airport, taxi fares are a flat rate with the authorised drivers who approach you in the arrivals hall. 64LE to Giza, therefore expect about 50/55LE to Zamalek/Marriot. Only tourists haggle taxi fares and as a result will generally pay more. Say you are a regular business visitor if they challenge you for a vastly inflated fare. This is why I learned "ana mish rrabeya" (I am not stupid).

Wish I had known that before I went. Good tip!

[ASDmike]

And is there a great way to get a bunch of small denomination LE?

Buy something you will get a wad back...

Ok, I think I'm gunna call the drinkies when I get in... ah, make that when I touch down...

[cmt489]

Ok, I think I'm gunna call the drinkies when I get in... ah, make that when I touch down...

Ahhhh, Drinkies.....

[weescot]

I take it we can go to a local bank in Cario to exchange US currency to EGP?

And is there a great way to get a bunch of small denomination LE?

There is a bank in the Marriot Mall, plus ATM's to draw cash. When exchanging large amounts, try not to let them give you a large number of 100LE notes back - they can be difficult to change and a popular trick to get more money out of you is "I have no change". "Ana mish rrabeya" is your reply. Small denomination notes (5LE, 10LE and 20LE) - ask for them when exchanging $, the hotel concierge, or as Simon says - support the local economy. Drinkies is a good start Mike - they are open late too (24 hours in Zamalek I think...)

Sheena

[shadragon]

Wee - Do they still have the exit fee when you leave the Cairo airport grounds?

This is a currency link with general info on Egypt and currency concerns.

Money... (With apologies to Pink Floyd...)

Edited by shadragon, 16 May 2007 - 05:34 AM.

[weescot]

Wee - Do they still have the exit fee when you leave the Cairo airport grounds?

This is a currency link with general info on Egypt and currency concerns.

Money... (With apologies to Pink Floyd...)

Cars, taxis and bus drivers pay an exit fee - for parking/pick up access. Individual passengers do not.

[ASDmike]

Uh oh, casino...

Looks like I'm gunna win another dive trip

Hey this place looks really nice: Marriott Palace

[finGrabber]

My understanding is that all airlines must be issuing electronic tickets by the end of this year; it seems that Egypt Air has complied already!!

[ladylike crab]

I just got my e tickets from the post man...YEAAAAH See ya'll in New York!

[shadragon]

Hey this place looks really nice: Marriott Palace

Do me a favour. First roulette table you see drop 10 Pounds onto 33 Black...