W E L C O M E T O T H E O B E R O I , S A H L H A S H E E S H !

The entire team is delighted that you have chosen to join us for the festive season this year. This programme will help you plan your stay and allow you to savour some true “Oberoi Moments” at the resort and beyond. Our culinary team has created a gourmet journey for you to experience truly epicurean delights throughout your stay and with a special gala dinner on 31st night featuring the best of International, Oriental & Indian cusine. Whether you choose rejuvenating treatments at the Spa, dive lessons at our PADI Dive Centre, indulge in our “Touching Senses” activities or simply relax and unwind in the land of guaranteed sunshine, our team will be available at all times to assist with arrangements to make your holiday with us most memorable. Above all, we hope that you and your loved ones experience many magical moments and we wish you all the happiness for the festive season and the forthcoming year. Enjoy your own private slice of paradise! Best regards, Dhiren Pereira General Manager

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It is the one season of the year when we can lay aside all gnawing worry, indulge in sentiment without censure, assume the carefree faith of childhood, and just plain “have fun”. Whether they call it yuletide, noel, weinachten, or christmas, people around the earth thirst for its refreshment as the dessert traveler for the oasis. - D.D. Monroe PRE DINNER COCKTAIL 18:00 onwards Enjoy your pre-dinner cocktail at the Bar or the

Poolside accompanied by our changing solo musicians. FESTIVE SEASON DINNER 19:00 onwards The Restaurant, the Inner Courtyard and Zaafran offer

the best of International, Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine with daily changing a la carte options.

Dinner reservations are strongly recommended. Dress Code: Elegant Attire.

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CHRISTMAS EVE Twas the night before christmas, when all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; the stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that st. Nicholas soon would be there. - From “the night before Christmas” by Clement Clarke Moore PRE DINNER COCKTAIL 18:30 – 19:30 We invite you to a pre-dinner cocktail reception in the

lobby for wine and canapés to commence the evening of celebration.

CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER 19:00 onwards Celebrate the holy night at our food and beverage

outlets with our six courses Christmas Eve fixed menu (Euro 75 per person) or choose from our legendary a la carte selection.

FESTIVE JAZZ TRIO 19:30 onwards The Spectrum Jazz Trio performs soothing jazz

melodies for your enjoyment to enhance your celebrations.

Dinner reservations are strongly recommended.

Dress Code: Elegant Attire.

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Black pepper crusted rare seared tuna tataki with grilled prawns Asian slaw, wasabi foam and avocado salad

***** Roast pumpkin and shrimp soup

Crusted with goat cheese soufflé

***** Lemon sorbet

Tropical fruit and mint salad

***** Sumac crusted Australian veal cutlet with artichoke,

celeriac and brie gratin Brussels sprout puree, glazed asparagus and apricot Merlot jus

or

Roast breast of turkey with braised turkey leg roulade with traditional chestnut stuffing, Brussels sprouts, caramelized sweet potatoes

cranberry sauce and roast gravy

***** Traditional Christmas pudding

with cognac sabayon and ginger bread

***** Selection of fine teas, coffee and infusions

with home made Christmas cookies

Dinner reservations are strongly recommended. Dress Code: Elegant Attire.

Vegetarian options available.

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Can anyone explain the glow of Christmas? Holidays are candles in the night Rebirth comes from family and friends In one bright blur of food and talk that ends Still burning as a peaceful inner light There is no way to substitute for christmas Miss it and no circumstance feels right All my hearts with you, yet im must miss this Season thick with love and rich delight. - Unknown author PRE DINNER COCKTAIL 18:00 onwards Enjoy your pre-dinner cocktail at the Bar or the

Poolside accompanied by our changing solo musicians. FESTIVE SEASON DINNER 19:00 onwards The Restaurant, the Inner Courtyard and Zaafran offer

the best of International, Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine with daily changing a la carte options.

Dinner reservations are strongly recommended. Dress Code: Elegant Attire.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE

Play a thin tune; on a paper horn; old is dying; new is born; scatter confetti; over the floor; sweep an old year; out the door; blow up a wish; in a bright balloon; whisper dreams; to a midnight moon; play a loud tune; on a paper horn; old is dying; new is born. - “New Year’s Eve” by Myra Cohn Livingston

PRE DINNER COCKTAIL

19:30 – 20:30 The Oberoi invites you to Kir Royals, canapés and vibraphone tunes to commence the evening of celebration.

NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA DINNER

20:30 onwards The New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner is served in the Restaurant and its surroundings (Euro 188 per person inclusive of all taxes – Obligatory). Enjoy our live interactive food stations and a legendary selection of main courses and desserts. During your dinner, The Spectrum Jazz Trio will set the mood for the night to complete your Celebrations in Egypt.

THE NEW YEAR

23:00 onwards An authentic performance of Tonura brings the evening to a crescendo. Countdown and dance with Janie Ross and the musicians.

Dress Code: Elegant Evening Wear.

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The Spectrum Jazz Trio

“Anyone who understands Jazz knows that you can’t understand it. It is too complicated. That is what is so simple about it.” – Yogi Berra Meet our scintillating UK based trio of musicians - Jane Rosser-Smith, Roger Moon and James Agg. Imagine soft, mellow and easy listening jazz standards in the style of Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra. The musicians have a wide array of experience performing at famous places around the world including Café Royal, Pizza on the Park, Claridges, Savoy and a host of other venues from UK to France and from Barbados to USA.

24th, 25th & 26th December 2012 - 19:30 onwards

29th & 30th December 2012 - 19:30 onwards

31st December, 2012 - 20:30 onwards

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NEW YEAR’S EVE MENU

Live food stations

Oyster bar Oysters with tangy passion fruit, chili, onion and coriander relish

Oyster shooters with vodka, Tabasco, Worcestershire sauce, celery and lime

Charcuterie selection Classic Egyptian pastrami, smoked turkey, bresaola, air dried salami and veal lyoner All shaved on site with cantaloupe melon, grapes, poached figs and organic rucola

Sushi station Tuna and salmon maki rolls with traditional condiments

Enchiladas, quesadillas and nachos Refried beans, cumin spiced spinach and potatoes, brown onion and coriander,

cheese, guacamole, salsa and wing sauce Tawa machhi

Pan fried fillets of fish with a choice of Indian marinades, dips and relishes

Chicken shawarma Yoghurt, saffron and cardamom marinated chicken, cooked on a vertical spit

served with pita bread, tahina sauce and pickled vegetables

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Soup station

Cognac infused crab and fennel bisque with crab Portobello and a saffron, garlic and pepper foam White tomato soup with tomato and basil caviar

with slow roasted tomato and crumb fried artichokes

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Choice of Main Course - from our hot kitchen

Assiette of pan roasted duck breast, confit duck leg and duck ravioli with star anise spiced braised sweet potatoes, pumpkin and green pea pave

and Hoisin jus Asian style seafood grill

Half a lobster, jumbo shrimps, calamari and reef fish Served with red Thai curry, basmati rice, tropical fruit and rucola salad

Duet of Indian spiced Tandoori lamb cutlet and braised lamb with lentil and rice savory pudding, mustard tempered beans and mint sauce

U.S. Black Angus tenderloin Rossini with foie gras, cauliflower and truffle puree, confit onions, buttered asparagus

and black pepper and Armagnac jus

Mille feuille of tandoor roasted cottage cheese and creamed spinach with wild mushroom and black rice biryani and a saffron, onion and nut gravy

***** Choice of Dessert - from our pastry kitchen

Layered Manjari chocolate and hazelnut praline with dark chocolate sorbet, home grown basil spiced rum anglaise, 24 carats gold leaf

Symphony of berries Blueberry cheese cake, raspberry and white chocolate parfait,

fresh strawberries and Philadelphia napoleon Selection of European and Egyptian cheese

with fig bread, walnuts and apricots

***** Selection of tea, coffee and infusions

with homemade orange, pistachio and rose petal biscotti

Dinner reservations are strongly recommended. Dress Code: Evening Wear.

G L A M U P A T T H E O B E R O I S P A

There is certainly no absolute standard of beauty. That precisely is what makes its pursuit so interesting. - John Kenneth Galbraith

Indulge in some serious relaxation treatments at The Oberoi Spa. Choose from our wide range of massages and beauty treatments. The Oberoi Hair Salon makes you look glamorous to start each night of celebration. Inspire your spirit while your body is revitalized by the healing hands of therapists trained in a fusion of healing practices as well as modern rejuvenation and well being techniques. Holistic treatments drawn from Ayurveda along with internationally influenced therapies soothe the senses and restore the vital energy in the body. Indulge yourself in the splendor of a bygone era at The Oberoi Spa.

A complete Spa Menu is placed in your suite for your choice of treatments during your stay with us.

See you at The Oberoi Spa! Open from 9:00 to 20:00

T H E O B E R O I G I F T C O L L E C T I O N

T H E T I J O R I B O U T I Q U E

Probably the reason we all go so haywire at christmas time with the endless unrestrained and often silly buying of gifts is that we don’t quite know how to put our love into words. - Harlan Miller

FESTIVE SEASON SHOPPING The Oberoi Boutique has a quality selection of handpicked jewellery, local and Indian handicrafts and textiles, decorative items, gifts, books, accessories and sundries. Our selection reflects the heart and warmth of the Red Sea. The earth, sky and people are captured in the rich colours and vibrant designs.

See you at The Oberoi Boutique! Open from 9:30 to 21:00

… R E D S E A F R O M A N E W A N G L E !

D I V E R ’ S P A R A D I S E

As a diver, you are weightless and can move in all directions. You approach the freedom of a bird as you move in three dimensions in a fluid environment. - Dennis Graver

UNDERWATER BLISS The Red Sea is a paradise for underwater enthusiasts. Home to unique flora and fauna, it is one of the most fascinating destinations to discover marine life. With many exotic and rare corals and fish, these underwater gardens are amongst the finest in the world. Discovery and appreciation of this beauty can be done through snorkeling off the Hotel Pier or by scuba diving. The PADI dive centre run by Dive Pro Academy offers a range of options for the experienced as well as new divers.

Visit our Dive Centre at the beach Open from 9:00 to 17:00

The Red Sea, this crossroad of cultures truly delights the traveler’s senses with a unique bouquet of tastes, colours and landscapes.

We encourage you to explore and furthermore experience what the coast has best to offer at The Oberoi, Sahl Hasheesh during the Festive Season.

A host of activities has been especially designed to relax your mind and challenge your soul.

Take a deep breath and let the Red Sea connect with your inner self.

“Touching Senses”

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step…”

- Lao Tze

Y O G A

“Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be enduredand endure what cannot be cured.” - B.K.S. Iyengar

Yoga is a harmonious series of gentle “asanas” to develop the body and its different systems. Through physical exercise, the energy flow of the body improves, helping to maintain the health. Through the practice of breathing, the lungs are cleared, circulation is improved, and the mind is calmed.

We give you the opportunity to enjoy a session of well being with our yoga instructor for an hour and a half once a week.

Monday afternoons from 15:30

D I S C O V E R S C U B A D I V I N G

“As a diver you are weightless and can move in all directions. You approach the freedom of a bird as you move in three dimensions in a fluid environment” - Dennis Graver

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to find out but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving at The Oberoi, Sahl Hasheesh will let you try scuba to see if you like it.

During this one and a half hour session, you’ll learn how to use scuba equipment in 4 feet shallow water of our swimming pool and get a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.

Wish you a wonderful experience into the exciting world of scuba diving!

Mondays at 12 noon

C U L I N A R Y T U N E S

“A good cook is the peculiar gift of the gods. He must be a perfect creature from the brain to the palate, from the palate to the finger’s end.” - Walter Savage Landor

Meet our master chef and learn the art of refined cuisine while he shares his passion, knowledge and skills with you and teaches you his favorite recipes. Learn the art of gourmet cooking with local ingredients – The smell, taste and touch of freshness which will all be used during the cooking lesson.

Traditional Egyptian and Indian delicacies will be showcased for you to practice in your own home kitchen.

Enjoy your gourmet adventure…

Tuesday afternoons at 15:30

S P A I N D U L G E N C E “There's lots of people in this world who spend so much time watching their health that they haven't the time to enjoy it.” - Josh Billings

Aromatherapy, a relatively new term for a practice that has its roots in ancient times, is much more that the dictionary definition of “aromatic oils extracted from herbs, flowers and fruit.”

Join us for a session of Aromatherapy where you will learn to make your very own massage oil using different essential oils. Then… learn the art of massage with your therapist showing you various healing techniques for the head and shoulders. You and your partner will spend time practicing on one another under the guidance of your “well being” instructor.

A journey for the soul…

Wednesday mornings at 11:30

P I L A T E S

“The mind, when housed within a healthful body, possesses a glorious sense of power” Joseph Pilates

Pilates is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. It is a body conditioning routine that helps to not only build flexibility, but also strength, endurance and co-ordination in the legs, abdominals, arms and back. We hope you enjoy your foray into the world of mind over body!

Thursday afternoons from 15:30

M O V I E N I G H T S

“I regard the cinema as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being” – Oscar Wilde

Movies are a complicated collision of literature, theatre, music and all the visual arts. Enjoy this visual extravaganza at The Oberoi, Sahl Hasheesh, where we invite you to experience classic and contemporary films in the Library at the lobby level. Sip on your favorite cocktail and enjoy popcorn while you watch your favorite actors play out their parts in the dark of the night.

Thursday nights at 21:00

T O W E L L I N G D E L I G H T S

“A towel, is about the most massively useful thing a human being can have. Partly it has great practical value and more importantly, it has immense psychological value…” - Author unknown

The humble towel takes on varying proportions as you learn the art of using towels for decoration. Discover the lost art of towel origami with your instructor who guides you through this creative process of art with this absorbent fabric. Swans, crocodiles, monkeys, alligators, human figures or elephants are all vividly created for sensory delight. Discover newer ways of folding towels…

Friday afternoons at 15:00

S T A R G A Z I N G

“Man must rise above the earth – to the top of the atmosphere and beyond – for only thus will he fully understand the world in which he lives.” - Socrates

The sky as seen from Sahl Hasheesh, clear and free of atmospheric and light pollution allows for close observation of the various constellations, planets and the moon. Once a week, we will have in our midst, an astronomer. She will give us a brief on astronomy and celestial bodies. This will be followed by an opportunity to observe the sky in all its glory through a self-tracking telescope.

Saturday nights at 21:00

S A N D A R T

“To see a World in a Grain of Sand And a Heaven in a Wild Flower, Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand And Eternity in an hour.” - William Blake

Sand art is an exciting practice of layering coloured sand into glass jars giving an ornate, detailed and distinctive appearance. These sand art bottles are a great way to create that ever lasting memory of your holiday on the Red Sea. Our “sand artist” will help you create a decorative piece with a glimmering touch for you to take back as a souvenir. Enjoy creating your very own “message in a bottle”!

Sunday mornings from 11:00

Touching Senses – The Schedule

Monday – Yoga – 15:30

Tuesday – Culinary Tunes – 15:30

Wednesday – Spa Indulgence – 11:30

Thursday – Pilates – 15:30

Thursday – Movie Nights – 21:00

Friday – Towelling Delights – 15:00

Saturday – Star Gazing – 21:00 to 22:00

Sunday – Sand Art – 11:00 to 13:00

JOIN THE OBEROI, SAHL HASHEESH “KIDS CLUB” FOR SOME FANTASTIC AND UNFORGETTABLE TIMES OF FUN, LAUGHTER, SHARING AND FRIENDSHIP DURING THIS FESTIVE SEASON. The membership fee is Euro 15 per day per child inclusive of all activities, as well as lunch exclusively at “The Kids Club” under the care of the Kids Club entertainers. Please note that children under 3 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL TREAT ON 25TH DECEMBER - CHRISTMAS DAY AT 11H30 NEAR THE CAMELS TO INDULGE IN A FEW HOURS OF FUN AND FROLIC FOR THE LITTLE ONES.

T H E K I D S C L U B

D A I L Y P R O G R A M M E

FRIDAY, 21ST DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Treasure Hunt 15h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow! SATURDAY, 22ND DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Movie Time 15h00 Arabic lesson 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow! SUNDAY, 23RD DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Shell Collection 15h00 Tennis 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow!

MONDAY, 24TH DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Sand Filling 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Decorate the Christmas Tree 15h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow! TUESDAY, 25TH DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h30 CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Playtime at The Kids Club 15h00 Movie Time 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow! WEDNESDAY, 26TH DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Mini Olympics! 15h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow!

D A I L Y P R O G R A M M E THURSDAY, 27TH DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Face Painting 15h00 Movie Time 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow! FRIDAY, 28TH DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Face Painting 15h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow! SATURDAY, 29TH DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Tennis 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Mini Olympics 15h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow!

SUNDAY, 30TH DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Treasure Hunt 15h00 Disco Dance Session 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow! MONDAY, 31ST DECEMBER 2012 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Movie Time 15h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow! TUESDAY, 1ST JANUARY 2013 10h30 Welcome to The Kids Club 11h00 Sand Filling 12h30 Lunch 13h30 Building Sand Castles 15h00 Playtime at The Kids Club 17h00 Goodbye. See you tomorrow!