TRAVELING WITH AIR:CAIRO-DUBAI EDITION

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We were traveling with a group of 6 friends who live all over the country, and we made it easy on ourselves by meeting in Miami so we could all travel together. I mean, could you actually imagine trying to meet up with someone in a foreign country? I THINK NOT! Lol. So we met at varying times at the Miami International Airport before we ventured off on our dream vacation. Before takeoff, AIR gave us personalized backpacks chock-full of any and every essential flying need: toothpaste, toothbrush, floss, chapstick, pain medicine, etc. — I mean everything you need at your fingertips to have a comfy flight. My favorite pick in the swag bag? The AIR-branded compression socks! I’ve never been so happy in my life to get some compression socks! 

In the Air with AIR &Emirates Airlines

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The dream became a reality once we stepped on board an Emirates aircraft! I’m talking total luxury! Even the flight attendants were glamorous, lol. With enough shoulder space and foot room to match, we were living it up in economy! Don’t even get me started on the food. Top-notch for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Needless to say, the flight was not as bad as I’d imagined, considering that it was 15+ hours. I was rested and ready to go once we landed in Cairo.


We got to Cairo late in the evening, and let’s just say it was bustling! 

We have arrived...

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Our driver was waiting for us once we cleared customs, and we hit the road to our final destination. We opted to stay a little outside of the city, in a new part of Cairo where they are building an entirely new city. It was super luxurious and will be a sight to see once it’s completed in years to come. Here, we stayed off the beaten path at St. Regis Almasa, which was pretty much a destination within the destination. 
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The hotel was full of opulent luxury! From the floors to the fixtures to the art, everything was 5 stars. We stayed in the hotel’s apartments, and I must say, we were absolutely blown away! The rainfall shower, the amenities, OH MY! AIR couldn’t have arranged for better accommodations. Actually, it was like a little city in itself. Shops, cinema, restaurants, indoor and outdoor pool — you name it, this place had it. Really I could have never left the hotel so I may have to plan a trip to go back!



Dinner on the Nile

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After a great night of sleep in the most comfortable and plush bed EVER we were well rested and ready for our first excursion — a dinner cruise on the Nile, complete with belly dancing and other entertainment. It was the best event to kick off the trip. We smoked hookah, enjoyed some wine, had some tremendous native food and of course we all took our turn belly dancing. 


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The Pyramids of Giza & More...

The next day we had an all-day excursion planned to visit the pyramids. But what we didn’t know was that our excursion was going to entail a detailed history lesson from our guide Karim. Our tour guide Karim was everything! By the end of the tour we were calling him Cousin Karim! First, we went to Heaven Essence where we got a lesson on the aromatherapeutic properties of various oils you can only find in Egypt. Then we headed upstairs to what looked like an art gallery and learned about papyrus paper and how it can last for thousands of years. Then came the main event — the pyramids. It was the most exhilarating, fantastic experience. We were able to walk right up to them and Karim again came through with a history lesson. He told us how the pyramids were built with no machinery, the approximate weight of the limestone blocks and how the pyramids were constructed with love and admiration. But it didn’t end there. We took a camel ride through the Sahara to the Spinx, where we captured the most perfect pictures as the sun was setting. We rounded out the adventure with ATVs in the desert and EVEN MORE shopping to buy cartouches at the Golden Bird Bazaar. 



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Happy Birthday Dietrich!!

AIR planned an amazing flying dress photo shoot on Duo Pyramid Rooftop with Aurora's Flying Dress Egypt for all the ladies on the trip to celebrate one of our birthdays. The Aurora's Flying Dress Egypt provided the jewel-toned dresses, which we picked out in advance of the trip. We all felt like we were on an episode of Cairo’s Next Top Model! Lol. We had such a great time modeling for the camera! Of course, we ended the night with a rooftop dinner at Zeeyara Pyramids Elite with a perfect view of the pyramids.

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To Dubai.....

Then it was time to head to Dubai. We hopped back on Emirates (YAY!) and were in Dubai in no time. Well, actually, 3 and half hours, but who’s counting when you’re going to one of the most opulent and striking cities in the world. We fast-tracked through customs, dropped our bags at the hotel and immediately hit the town! First, we had to refuel at Piccolo Mondo View. The food was excellent, plus we indulged in a bit of hookah. Then we hit the CLUB and partied until the sun came up! Instead of throwing out the rest of our MOET at the end of the night, we got a kick out of washing our hands in it! Yeah, we were feeling ourselves for sure! We were partied out and tired — but full of life! — when we hit the pillows in Dubai that night.


Rich Girl Energy!!

When we woke up, begrudgingly, it was time to hit the deck! AIR arranged for us to have a day out on a private  yacht, complete with food, spirits, and great music. And the cherry on top was the included jet ski! You’re talking about about a day of fun in the sun in what looked like an adult playground. The sea was littered with yachts and jet skis, and we got to take in the intense skyline of Dubai as we sailed around the marina. Yes, we were certainly feeling like rich girls for a day! 
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Michelle Henson

Mikki Henson is a passionate traveler and avid blogger who finds joy in exploring new destinations and sharing those experiences with the world. With a keen eye for detail and a love for storytelling, Mikki seeks to inspire others to embark on their own adventures and discover the beauty of our diverse world. Follow Mikki @mikkimontrese on Instagram and Mikki Henson on Facebook