The "Egyptian Party" was part of a weekend of festivities surrounding the wedding of Jolana and Shereef. Jolana grew up near the beach in Ventura; Shereef grew up in Cairo, Egypt.

There are many superstitions associated with weddings, like rain being good luck or seeing a bride too early bringing bad luck. Many superstitions are still considered in modern weddings.

Ramses II marriage to a Hittite princess might have strengthened political alliances, but the wedding plans were anything but smooth.