Tuesday, 29 March 2016

Pension Pharmador

I didn't  expect that I will be granted a very limited days for my first schengen visa, I thought the very least is 16 days above but it was surprisingly not , so now I have to plan my trip quickly. Since it is a first time for me to travel in Europe, my fiancĂ©e has helped me to organized a good, safe but affordable hotel and we found " PENSION PHARMADOR"

Pension Pharmador is a beautiful 3 star category pension house and primly located in the heart of Vienna, Schottenfeldgasse 39, 07. Neubau, 1070 which is only 10 minutes walk from westbanhof station. For the first timer traveler like me, you will find difficulty in knowing the place but through the help of the friendly austrians I got to shot the place.






I arrived late in the evening and the owner who patiently waited for me in the reception has welcome with the warmth smile though I can see he is already sleepy. He handed over 2 keys, one for the main door of the building and one for my room. He also showed me the lift and the restaurant for the breakfast as well as in what to do if I need assistance while the reception is close and he bid a goodnight farewell.


My room is huge enough and its about 30 sqm. with the 2 joined bed. The first thing I noticed when I entered the room, were the beautiful paintings hanging on the walls.


Since it late and myself is drowning in tiredness, I quickly change and put my body on the bed. The next morning I wake up in the bright morning and its time to see whats on in the Pension Pharmador.


The Pension Pharmador is equipped with a 14 inches old style Television, mostly of the channels are in german language but it's not a problem for me as everyday I'm going out early morning and coming back late in the evening.  I love the bathroom it is too clean and tidy.  They have their own idea in shower amenities ''all in one'' the black container  is also usable as a conditioner, shower gel and shampoo.


They always make sure that my room is odor free and well maintain, most especially the bathroom,the towels are rightly fresh and well arrange.

                                       The hallway going to my room
guests can use the lift service but mostly of the guests uses the stair especially the Austrian guests.


The Pension Pharmador is uniquely decorated with beautiful paintings and nonetheless different structures of statues. They also make sure a thorough cleanliness in the lobby and hallways is at fist.

RESTAURANT



My second favourite place of the hotel. I  really choose to book with breakfast so I will experience the austrian breakfast style and ofcourse it's my headmost travel experience so I aim to make it bodacious.  Breakfast is scrumptious and has alot of healthy options like the fresh salami, yougurt, choices of cheese, cereals, fruits & vegetables , cooked eggs  and the sweet slices of fruit cakes. Fresh milk, juices, coffee and tea and sparkling water are solely at served.

These treasured memories is because of the super friendly ''mommys'' hotel staff. They always wear a warmth smile and being helpful is already in their blood. Pension Pharmador has invaded a beautiful  story in my life that I will always cherish.


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Tuesday, 8 March 2016

How to Apply for Egypt Tourist Visa


A wish granted! Egypt Tourist visa is the quickest and hassle free I ever did among all the visa applications. Egyptian Embassy is in Khalid bin Waleed Road, Ummu Hurair 1, Consulate Area, P.O.Box 2575 Burdubai, Dubai with the contact number +971 (0) 4 397 1122. I have another hint for you to locate well the embassy, it is also close to Burjuman Mall about 5 minutes walking distance and across the Iranian School.

Please take note the embassy timing is only from 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM (Sunday-Thursday).

I'ts my rest day but I choose to wake up early so I can walk to the embassy and inquire for the requirements and I was attended by a friendly staff and he enumerated below:

*  photocopy of the residence visa

*  photocopy of passport

*  NOC ( employment certificate)

*  hotel booking ( not necessary)

* 1 2x2 photograph with white background is recommendable

*  original passport

*  visa application form ( printed copies is available in the embassy)


       
The next day I came back with all the documents. I took the token and waited for 30 minutes before my number was called and lined up once again in counter 3 to submit my application and paid 140 dirhams. The official has handed me a ''arabic written claim slip''. I didn't understand it all what he wrote but all he told me to bring it with me once the visa is ready.

I came back after 2 days as per his advised, although it is not my first time to apply for a tourist visa however I'm still indefinite that they might denied my application. The official has told me to come back after 2 PM while pointing on the receipt sayin '' Its 2 o'clock in the afternoon & I wrote that on the that claim slip'' and I just nodded as if I agree, its my fault I fail to asked for the translation.

So I don't have choice but to ask Ozi to get my passport back again for me as I needed to head up to my work before 1 o' clock in the afternoon.  He prank me again at 4 PM, he called saying that they refused my application because of my position , it jell off my energy but thankfully he take it back and spiritedly told that ''I GET THE VISA'' I'm just joking .


The moment he sent it in wattsup, that's the only time I believe him. I'm tremendously happy and excited that soon one of my bucket list will be fulfill.  I can't wait to see and explore Egypt. Wait for me I will see you very soon.


A simple advise, go and apply directly to the embassy rather than going to the travel companies and pay double. Trust me it's not difficult, all you need to do is to ask and properly take note the documents needed. Lastly do your own research and you will know what I am saying.




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