Sharm el Sheikh Holidays

Things to do: Relaxing

Sharm el Sheikh is a perfect destination if you want a relaxing, beautifully sunny holiday. The majority choose to sit on one of Sharm�s beautiful beaches which are all surrounded by breathtaking landscape and scenery. Mix up your relaxing break by taking some time to swim and snorkel in the coral reefs which will offer a memorable experience of a lifetime.

Sharm el Sheikh is famous for its amazing 5* all inclusive hotels so if you really don�t want to lift a finger whilst you are on holiday then you should choose a hotel which offers it all such as its own private beach and diving centre.

There is a 18 hole Championship golf course in Jolie Ville Golf Resort, located only 5 kilometres away from the main hotels in Sharm el Sheikh and is open for non guests. It includes a driving range and artificial lakes so is a perfect escape for those who love the game.

Things to do: Cultural

For those looking to investigate the history and culture of Egypt, a visit to the sixth-century Greek Orthodox Monastery of St Catherine at the foot of Mount Sinai is essential. As a World Heritage Site, it boasts the monastery library which preserves the second largest collection of early codices and manuscripts in the world, outnumbered only by the Vatican Library.

Things to do: Adventurous

Divers and snorkellers will thrive in the Red Sea�s beautiful coral life in the crystal-clear waters amongst the great reefs and masses of fish, turtles and endangered mammals. The Ras Mohamed National Park is a definite must for those who love watersports with its beautiful beaches, extravagant rock formations, desert landscapes, mangroves and glorious coral reefs.

Things to do: For families

Sharm el Sheikh is an ideal holiday destination for your family. The majority of hotels have their own excellent swimming pools, themed parks, daytime activities such as tennis courts, beach volleyball and diving centres and fun kids club to keep your children entertained throughout their holiday.

There is no need to miss the beautiful coral reefs if you don�t want to take your family snorkelling, instead choose a glass bottom boat trip and get to see the amazing underwater world without getting wet! You will find glass bottom boats cruising from Naama Bay which will give you a breathtaking trip.

Camel rides through the desert and safaris are fun daytrips and will give your family memories that will last for a lifetime. There are many organised trips with English speaking tour guides who will look after you and make sure you see the sights.

Things to do: For couples

Stargazing in Sharm el Sheikh offers an incredibly romantic and educational evening. With an experienced astronomy guide you can watch the magnificent sunset, gaze at the bright beautiful stars and learn the names and locations.

Things to do: Nightlife

If you are looking for good nightlife in Egypt, Sharm el Sheikh is the resort to choose, as it is the liveliest area of Egypt with popular pubs, clubs, casinos, bars and restaurants.

If you�re not on a tight budget and want a night to remember, Pacha is one of the largest and most famous nightclubs in Sharm El Sheikh. Being the first Pacha club in Africa and the Middle East, the club boasts an enviable range of top DJ�s including Pete Tong, Judge Jules, Smokin Joe and John Kelly. You can also climb on-board the Pacha boat to party whilst sailing across the Red Sea. The boat is licensed for just 20 people and can be booked as a private charter or by individuals.

Another favourite for British tourists is the Hard Rock Cafe which is great for food and drinks like cocktails and changes from a restaurant in the day to a busy bar and dance floor after midnight.

Things to do: Eating and drinking

Sharm el Sheikh has a fantastic range of restaurants, bars and cafes to visit as well as the hotels own all inclusive menu. Choose from Chinese, Indian, Mexican, Thai, Lebanese, seafood and Italian.

The market area in Old Sharm is popular for its abundance of seafood restaurants and cheap prices. Most visited are Safsafa Restaurant, Sinai Star seafood and Fernando�s Italian restaurant. However you should keep in mind that the restaurants in Old Sharm do not sell alcohol although you can take your own with you.

In Na�ama Bay you will find the popular Little Buddha sushi restaurant and the Tandoori Indian restaurant at the Camel Hotel which offers good value delicious food and both have a great atmosphere. The Camel Bar allows you to smoke traditional shisha pipes and will serve alcohol at the same time, which is unusual as most shisha cafes do not serve alcohol.

Other popular dining spots include the Taj Mahal restaurant at the Baron resort in Sharks Bay, which serves Lebanese and Middle Eastern mezze and offers a fantastic Egyptian floor show every night.

For those wanting a romantic evening, head to the exclusive Il Frantoio Italian restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort or the On the Deck restaurant in the Iberotel Lido hotel in Na'ama Bay, where you can choose to sit on a pontoon overlooking the water.

Things to do: Shopping

Sharm el Sheikh is home to many shops, bazaars and shopping centres. The majority of shops in Sharm el Sheikh sell either jewellery, clothing, perfumes or gifts/souvenirs. Sharm is famous for producing jewellery, leather goods, painted papyruses and rugs.

Expect to haggle when shopping in Sharm el Sheikh, it is all part of the experience and the shop owners will be shocked if you don�t try to negotiate. Be careful while walking around Sharm el Sheikh, the shop owners will try their best to tempt you into their store and will try all kinds of tricks such as to sign their guest book, help them write a note in English, and once you are inside you will find it difficult to say no.

You will find that most shops in Sharm open between Monday and Thursday and Saturday and Sunday, however in the low season, some do not open Sundays. During summer, the shop hours are reduced with many taking a siesta in the afternoon and then reopening to stay open until it gets dark.

The majority of shops and shopping centres are based in Na�ama Bay where you will find an assortment of shops offering everything you will need to buy. Sharm Old Market is great for hunting out some bargains, but if you want real value for money you shouldgo south-west to the small town of Dahab.

Things to do: Exploring

If you want to explore further a field than Sharm el Sheikh then why not fly to Cairo on a private tour and visit the famous city. Cairo is home to the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, Egyptian Museum and Khan el-Khalili bazaar.

Sharm el Sheikh Landscape

Situated at the southernmost tip of the Sinai Peninsula, Sharm el Sheikh benefits from the crystal blue waters of the Red Sea, the mountains of Mount Sinai and the vast desert areas surrounding the bustling area of Sharm el Sheikh.

At night, the port soaring over the sea near Naama Bay is the perfect place for a romantic walk. Don�t forget to see Tiran Island, with it�s great lagoons and parks: the cruise over the Gulf of Aqaba is worth it just for the fish you see in it�s pristine waters!

Sharm el Sheikh History and Culture

Sharm el Sheikh has seen its fair share of excitement, in both the ancient and modern eras. Once the hub of biblical battles and rumoured to have been the site from which Moses carried the Ten Commandments, its medieval reputation was as a relatively sleepy fishing village. Changing hands intermittently between Israel and Egypt in the late 20th Century, it�s now known as the 'City of Peace' due to the number of peace conferences and conflicts that have been settled there.

Since Egypt reacquired the province in 1982, tourism has never looked back. It�s now one of Egypt�s premier resorts and the vanguard of the Red Sea Riviera.

A holiday in Sharm el Sheikh would not be complete without a bit of bartering in the local markets. The Old Market is renowned as being more locally centred than some of the more touristy markets in Egypt�s big cities, affording you the chance to purchase clothes, sandals or silverware at reasonable prices, as well as handmade pottery as a souvenir of your holiday in Sharm el Sheikh.

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