In a first of its kind, Egypt today hosted, for the first time, the luxurious royal gala "The Grand Ball", which this year is being held outside its original home in the Principality of Monaco, at the historic Abdeen Palace, one of the most important and oldest royal palaces in the world. The event is organized by Noble Monte Carlo.
The Grand Ball is one of the most luxurious and prestigious royal events in the world, held annually under the patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco. It is classified among "Ultra Luxury Royal Events", bringing together leading figures from royal and noble families and prominent personalities from society and diplomacy around the world.
The hosting of this unique event is part of the closing events of the fifth edition of the global "Hope Givers" campaign, which is taking place in Cairo from November 7 to 9 under the patronage of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, represented by the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization hosted the first of the closing events yesterday, while the campaign's closing ceremony is scheduled to take place on November 9 at the Opera House in the New Capital.
The Grand Ball enjoys high-level royal and diplomatic participation, with the attendance of Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrice of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, His Highness Prince Joachim Murat and official representatives of the Prince's Palace of Monaco, along with a number of senior government figures from France and Europe and leading public figures from Egypt and around the world.
Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, expressed his pride and appreciation that Egypt is hosting this international royal event for the first time, which reflects the international community's confidence in Egypt's ability to organize and host luxury events of a cultural and civilizational character.
The event also highlights Egypt's bright face as a destination that combines royal authenticity with architectural modernity, and confirms its standing as a global platform for hosting events that blend luxury with human culture.
Eng. Ahmed Youssef, CEO of the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority, affirmed the authority's commitment to supporting and sponsoring such distinctive and exceptional events, explaining that The Grand Ball represents a unique opportunity to promote Egypt globally as a luxury destination that combines history and modernity.
He added that Egypt's hosting of an event classified globally as an Ultra Luxury Royal Event is a new declaration that Egypt is the most distinctive luxury and historical destination in the world, thanks to its unique historic palaces and modern projects such as the New Administrative Capital.
Meanwhile, the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority's office at Cairo International Airport received the participating guests and provided them with all necessary facilities, reflecting the level of organization and professionalism in hosting major international events.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization hosted the "International Master Class" event yesterday as part of the "Hope Givers" campaign, which is organized in cooperation with leading global institutions such as Better World Fund and Listen2Hearn, in support of global humanitarian and health efforts.
It is worth noting that the royal Grand Ball is one of the most prestigious and oldest royal galas in Europe. Its first edition was launched in the Principality of Monaco in 1954 under the patronage of the late Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace Kelly, and it has continued to be held annually under the supervision of Prince Albert II.
The gala aims to celebrate the arts, culture and refined taste, while supporting humanitarian and charitable initiatives around the world, bringing together royal families, nobles, community leaders and diplomats in an evening that stands as a symbol of elegance, refinement and human cooperation.
