subject: Choosing a resort for your Egyptian holiday [print this page] Choosing a resort for your Egyptian holiday
Egypt is a year round holiday destination with something for everyone. A few years ago, there was only really a choice of two seaside resort; Sharm el Sheikh or Hurghada. Today, there is a lot more on offer to the holiday maker.
For those looking for nightlife after a day in the sun, Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh are the places to be. However, it is important to make sure you know where your hotel is in relation to the centre as some of them can be several miles away. However, many hotels do run free shuttle buses or taxis are cheap.
For scuba divers, any of the resorts are fine but the Marina Lodge at Port Ghalib has the best setup for divers. The dive centre is located at the hotel and there are plenty of excellent dive sites in easy reach of the day boats. More importantly, it is nowhere near as busy as places like Sharm.
For divers with a non-diving family, the Hilton in Nuweiba is a perfect choice. The diving here is mainly shore based which means you don't have to be away from the family all day which is what happens on day boats.
For golfers, the range of options is growing all the time but the best value is found at Taba Heights. From the fairways, you look down at the sea and 3 different countries are visible; Egypt, Israel and Jordan.Taba is also ideal for those who want to pop over to experience the Israeli resort of Eilat.
For those looking for a quiet relaxing break, El Quseir is probably one of the quietest. The excellent self contained hotels mean you can spend your holiday between your room, dining areas, the beach and pool. El Quseir is on a stretch of coast with a number of quiet resorts including Soma Bay, Safaga, Makadi Bay and El Gouna.
Any of the resorts around Hurghada are a great choice for those who want to head out on day trips. Luxor with its rich treasures is a 4 hour bus ride away and it is also possible to take a day trip to Cairo and the Pyramids by road. When choosing your resort for your Red Sea holiday, there is certainly no shortage of options.
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