The 'Sharm' of Egypt

Sharm el-Sheikh holidays are an excellent finishing touch to round out an Egypt tour or make it a solo destination. The warm and inviting climate attracts international tourism twelve months a year for the pristine beaches, sports and outdoor recreation.

Sharm el Sheikh is stretched over seven shorelines, each bringing its own unique personality to the region. Smooth sand, jaggy underwater rocks and spectacular rugged cliffs add to the beauty and ambience of this most traveled Egyptian resort area.

Getting around in Sharm el Sheikh is a snap with the 24 hour shuttle bus system connecting the seven bays and the bustling downtown section at Naama Bay. In addition, many of the four and five star hotels employ their own shuttle service to the top destination points and connections to the city's major attractions.

Adventure lovers will want to register for an ATV trek through the desert heading for the protected wildlife preserve at Ras Mohammad Park for a half-day excursion to include hiking trails, scuba diving and snorkeling. Another ATV option route is the desert safari, a thrill ride over rippled sands and a traditional dinner with the local Bedouin peoples. The ATV meeting place is located in central Sharm el Sheikh, with plenty of shuttle service to and from the region's hotels.

Aquatic activities from the hotels and local sport shops include wind surfing, parasailing, jet skiing, diving, snorkeling and small watercraft rentals. Sharm el Sheikh is also home to some of the best diving schools in the region with certification programs for PADI and advanced certificates in professional diving.

Sharm el Sheikh holidays are convenient as well International Airport services many western European cities and connects with domestic destinations to include Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and Alexandria. Just one hour from Cairo by air or 10 hours by scenic motor coach, Sharm el- Sheikh is a must-do for any holidays in Edypt. Shopping and dining are best bargain deals, with menu options from casual outdoor cafes to five star dining at its best. Try the Hard Rock Cafe for the best burger in town or sample the traditional Egyptian fare at Abu el Sid. This culturally diverse city offers the finest in eclectic dining with English, French, Italian, Japanese, American and more served up at reasonable prices, generous portions and all the ambience you expect from this exciting Middle Eastern resort town.

Another thing that is great about this destination is that it's a well known hotspot, which means all the holiday companies are fighting for your business, making cheap Sharm el Sheikh holidays available to anyone all-year-round - in fact all inclusive packages can cost as little as basic packages to many other not-so-well-known destinations!