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Questions about how to start
by Ahmed Koraiem 09 Jul '08

09 Jul '08

Hi, I'm Ahmed, a Cairo resident I actually wanted to know what should I do as soon as I arrive to alexandria? because I reserved in the saint marc dorms starting from the 16th. but when I arrive at alex, should I go there directly or should I go to the bib 1st to get a confirmation to get the room or what? because I rgistered online, and I don't know whom should I talk to when I arrive or where any idea??? thanks all Ahmed Koraiem

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Re: [Wikimania-l] Egypt travel tips
by Mmy Lei 09 Jul '08

09 Jul '08

Aude, Your tip is really great and helpful for first timers like me. I know it is summer there right now but can you give us an idea what is the current temperature there? Is humidity high? thanks, Leah ----- Original Message ---- From: Aude <audevivere(a)gmail.com> To: Wikimania general list (open subscription) <wikimania-l(a)lists.wikimedia.org> Sent: Tuesday, July 8, 2008 10:37:20 PM Subject: Re: [Wikimania-l] Egypt travel tips I would bring both long/half-sleeve blouses or shirts, as well as short sleeves. For shopping (dealing with the bargaining and people) and other situations, I like to be more conservative in dress. But, overall, things are not as conservative (long sleeves only) for dress as I assumed before I left. -Aude On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 8:36 PM, phoebe ayers <phoebe.ayers(a)gmail.com> wrote: On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 10:18 AM, Aude <audevivere(a)gmail.com> wrote: > I have been in Egypt for over a month now, living in Cairo, as a student. > Since arriving, I have traveled around the country, including Sinai, > Alexandria, and will be in Luxor this weekend. With people arriving soon > for Wikimania, I'd like to take the opportunity to share advice and > experiences as a female. <snip> Aude -- this is super, super helpful. Thank you so much for all the tips, especially the phrases and advice on what to wear! There's nothing like the voice of experience :) -- phoebe _______________________________________________ Wikimania-l mailing list Wikimania-l(a)lists.wikimedia.org https://lists.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimania-l -- Aude

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Wikimania wiki: talks?
by phoebe ayers 08 Jul '08

08 Jul '08

Hi everyone, Is there a place on the wiki for people to ask questions and brainstorm about upcoming individual talks and sessions? If not, can someone help me figure out the best place to start a page? I would like to be able to collect questions for the library panel ahead of time if possible. thanks! Phoebe -- - phoebe s. ayers | phoebe.ayers(a)gmail.com

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Kaltura and Wikimania collaborative video editing
by Jay Walsh 08 Jul '08

08 Jul '08

Hey all, Kaltura - who are kind benefactors of Wikimania this year, wanted to pass on the following invite to those who are participating in Wikimania - or those who may not be able to. They've got two lonely videos on there right now. Consider uploading your travel videos for some open-source collaboration/editing. Add as many other videos as you can come across while you're in Alexandria. If you can't make it, why not edit a video or add some reflections or views of your own? (PS, freshly blogged at http://blog.wikimedia.org/2008/07/08/kaltura-and-wikimania-08-collaborative…) Thanks! Jay Walsh, Head of Communications Here's the invitation from Lisa Bennet, Director of Public Relations and Marketing, Kaltura — Hi Everyone, As Wikimania is right around the corner, we’ve added a new great way to share information about the event. I would like to invite you to the Wikimania Video Site where you can create collaborative videos. The site already has some videos where people can add their expectations for the event or share why they can’t join us this year, and there will be computer stations at Wikimania for attendees to add videos and pictures in real-time from Alexandria. Hopefully, it will be a great resource for people that could not be there in person to see the highlights, and for the attendees to document the event. Check it out at: http://www.kaltura.com/devwiki/index.php/Wikimania_Video_Site The site is hosted on the Kaltura devwiki and uses the collaborative video technology from Kaltura, which the Foundation partnered with late last year to explore adding videos to Wikipedia and other projects. You’re invited to share your experiences from Wikimania, play with the technology, and provide your feedback.

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Wust El-Balad concert
by Akash Shah 04 Jul '08

04 Jul '08

What are the timings of the concert. If the timings are suitable then I would also like to reserve a ticket. Akash

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About program of 17th July
by Diana - Sumaq Peru Travel 04 Jul '08

04 Jul '08

Dear Wikimania Team I found out today that the Band Wust El Balad will have a presentation in The Alexandria Library on July 17th, Is this presentation inside the program of The Wikimania event? Diana -- Diana Apaza http://wiki.sumaqperu.com

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Wikimania 2008 transportation from airports - sign up now!
by Mido 30 Jun '08

30 Jun '08

Dear all, If you're registered to Wikimania and planning to come but not confirmed yet (completion of payment), please check the following page for details about transportation from the airports: http://wikimania2008.wikimedia.org/wiki/Local_transportation/Transportation… for any questions, please use the talk page or email us at Wikimania-info at wikimedia dot org Best Regards, On behalf of Wikimania 2008 Organization team Mohamed Ibrahim

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Wikimania registration - accomodation possible under conditions
by effe iets anders 17 Jun '08

17 Jun '08

Dear all, All people who have registered (with or without accomodation) before or on June 15 and received a confirmation email, have booked successfully. It is still possible to register *with* accomodation. However, since the rooms are no longer guarentueed, please contact the registration team before making payments. This is to make sure there is still a free spot for you in one of the accomodations nearby the venue. Please contact the team at wikimania-registration at wikimedia dot org. Best regards, Lodewijk Gelauff

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Reminder: Accomodation closes in 20 hours!
by effe iets anders 15 Jun '08

15 Jun '08

Hi all, if you have not registered for Wikimania yet, and you want accomodation booked, please check out http://wikimania2008.wikimedia.org/wiki/Registration soon, as the accomodation closes June 15, 21h UTC! (23:59 local time, UTC+3). Best regards, Lodewijk

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Travel
by Florence Devouard 12 Jun '08

12 Jun '08

Hello, I could not find the timetable for the train between Cairo and Alexandrina. Does anyone have a link to provide or can tell what is the latest time a train leaves Cairo on Sundays ? and on Mondays ? Thanks Ant

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