The resorts of Egypt - this is something for which most of the tourists who are vacationing in this country, leaves their native boundaries. They enjoy constant demand almost all year round, offering azure sky, warm sea, sun and the whole spectrum associated with beach holidays, entertainment at fairly democratic prices. An extensive excursion program and no need to issue a visa - additional advantages.
Rest on the northern coast, washed by the Mediterranean Sea, prefer the Egyptians themselves, seeking to avoid the bustle of large and famous resorts. Rest there is much cheaper, and the water is cleaner. Red Sea and the Sinai Peninsula - the choice of numerous tourists from different countries. However, recently the situation began to change. More and more foreigners began to appear on the Mediterranean coast, especially on the beaches of Alexandria.
Red Sea Resorts
Hurghada is the queen of the eastern coast of Egypt. It is the oldest and most famous resort, attracting a huge number of holidaymakers every year. Of course, thanks to the warm sea and good beaches, most of which are sandy. A gentle descent to the water, homogeneous and fine sand, the absence of a coral bottom are the main characteristics of almost all beaches, except for territories at new hotels. The best choice for families with children and people aged. Desirable rest time - autumn. $ $
Hurghada grew from a small village . The right of discoverers belongs to the British . The first hotel of international level - "Sheraton" - was built here in the 70's, since the development of the coast does not stop for a second .Territorially the city is divided into several districts (Dahar, Sakkala, Novaya Hurghada), each of which has hotels of varying degrees of "star", private and public beaches, a well developed entertainment industry, including nightly .Hurghada is convenient for those who are planning to visit the world-famous sights of Egypt, Cairo with the pyramids of Giza, Alexandria, Luxor, as this is one of the closest resorts to the named places .However, it should be remembered that some hotels for a long time of operation managed to lose some of their advantages .
The port city of Safaga is located 60 km from Hurghada. This resort is extremely popular with kite surfers and windsurfers. Fans of diving will also find everything for practicing their favorite sport. Beaches in Safaga are not always clean, descent to the sea can hardly be called gently sloping. But the sand treats skin diseases, in particular psoriasis, and restores the musculoskeletal system.
Makadi Bay Resort is located between Hurghada and Safaga, 20 km from the airport. This extremely secluded place is ideal for those who are tired of the noise of city life. Outside the hotel there is nothing - just a desert. All entertainment is on the territory of Hurghada, which can be reached in just a few minutes or on the territory of local hotels. Beaches in Makadi with non-uniform sand. Descent to the sea is not always convenient. The bottom is coral in some places, so swimming is possible only with special shoes.
| On the beach of Hurghada |
| Sea in Nuweiba |
| Boat on the shore in Safaga |
El Gouna is a relatively "young" resort, built on the design of the creator of Disneyland. Almost all hotels are located on small islands, connected, like Venetian, with all kinds of bridges. The main mode of transport is motor boats.
Marsa-Alam - a kind of Mecca for lovers of scuba diving. Here fans from all over the world come to diving, wishing to admire the unique coral reefs. There are not so many hotels in Marsa Alam, but there is an active construction.
Resorts of the Sinai Peninsula
The most famous resort of the Sinai Peninsula - Sharm El Sheikh - is considered one of the most Europeanized. This rugged coast is located in the south of the peninsula. A distinctive feature is higher prices than in Hurghada.
Bay of Naama Bay, Sharm el-Maya, Ras Umm al-Sid, Gadenz Bay, Pasha Bay, Sharks Bay, Ras Nasrani and Nabq form one of the best resort areas in Egypt..Each bay has its own characteristics, but most of them are nature protection zones, which means they are not suitable for swimming without special shoes..Sunset in the water in these bays is often carried out on the pontoon .The sea is "shallow" .The most windless are the bays of Sharm el-Maya and Naama Bay .Nabq Bay, on the contrary, is known for its winds and waves .Convenient descent along the sand - in the bays of Sharm el-Maya and Naama Bay .
The youth resort Dahab is located in the south of the Gulf of Aqaba and in Arabic means "golden". It is a paradise for windsurfers, diving and other water sports. A distinctive feature of the beaches is a coral bottom in the sea and sand with an admixture of stones.
Resorts of the Mediterranean Sea
Alexandria is a great place to relax. Excellent beaches and centuries-old history are harmoniously connected in the territory of one city. Restaurants and cafes abound in seafood.
Mersa Matruh is the place of pilgrimage of the Egyptians throughout the summer. This pearl of the Egyptian Riviera provides sandy beaches, natural caves and bays to the guests.