My main priority from the date of the temporary shut down has been the livelihood of all Camel staff. It is the Camel staff that makes the whole Camel experience possible, something that you have grown to love about us. If I don't have my staff then I don't have Camel. I am not willing to lose my staff and will protect them whatever comes my way no matter how hard it gets. Each member of my staff is unique which I am sure you will agree with. I have taken it upon myself to make sure that every member of staff including my freelance instructors are looked after and still receive an income and does not have the door closed in their face. In many countries, I have read about furlough and how governments have helped out small businesses. Please, let me assure you that unfortunately, this does not happen in Egypt. Here I had to take loans from banks because I felt that, ethically, I must support those who have been supporting me all these years and contributed so heavily in Camelโs success. We are after all an extended family, Camel Family. This is obviously a heavy financial burden during a time of no revenue and with the cost of living increasing, but the day that we reopen I want to reopen with all my Camel Family around me, I don't see any other way. I am sorry to break this news, I know many of you had holidays planned for the coming months, but again given the circumstances I believe this is the best course of action for Camelโs future and the safety of both our valued guests and staff. As every cloud has a silver lining, due to the long break the underwater world is now even more spectacular. We are here for YOU and waiting for you to come back and enjoy the unbeatable Red Sea diving again. I really hope to see you all in 2021, we need your support now more than ever. We need you to and book now for next year, we need you to pack those dive bags dust off the logbooks and GET YOUR DIVE ON! Please tell your friends and family and get them involved. I wish you, your family and loved ones well, stay safe. Warmest regards, Hesham Gabr Founder & CEO
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