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Sharm el Sheikh Holidays
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With the glistening Red Sea waters and breathtaking views of Mount Sinai, holidays in Sharm el Sheik offer a vibrant holiday with dessert adventure and much more.
Famed as one of the most popular locations in the Red Sea Riviera, Sharm el Sheik boasts stunningly stylish 5* hotels situated on beautiful sandy beaches and crystal blue seas, arguably the best water sports in the world, amazing coral reefs of the Ras Mohammed National Park which is a dream for divers and snorkelers and a nightlife second to none including the big clubs such as the awesome Pacha. With a golfing range and fantastic shopping, Sharm el Sheik really does cater to all tastes.
Sharm el Sheik Weather
The climate in Sharm el Sheikh is hot and dry, with sizzling summers peaking at around 45° Celsius and winters generally averaging in the 20s.
During the summer months of June and July the sun stays out for a staggering thirteen hours per day and isn’t for the light hearted. As Sharm el Sheikh is essentially in the dessert, the average rain fall from June until September is an average of 0mm, so your chances of being hit by rain is practically zero! During the winter months however, the sun levels reduce slightly to around eight or nine hours per day and the chance of rain is increased to approximately one day in each month.
At both the beginning and towards the end of the season there are increased chances of sandstorms.
Things to do in Sharm el Sheikh
Sharm el Sheikh is busy and lively with an abundance of activities to suit all tastes.
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 Libary.
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.
There is also 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, including a driving range and artificial lakes.
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About Sharm El Sheikh
- Visas
- A Visa is required- a 30 day Visa can be obtained on arrival
- Timezone
- GMT+2 (GMT+3 offset)
- Language
- Arabic
- Jabs
- As UK, Courses or boosters usually advised: diphtheria; tetanus; poliomyelitis; hepatitis A; typhoid. Vaccines sometimes advised: tuberculosis; rabies; hepatitis B.
- Electricity
- Round 2-Pin Sockets, 220V
- Currency
- Egyptian Pound
Sharm el Sheikh 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.
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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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From theme parks to ancient churches, from diving to desert safaris, Sharm el Sheikh offers you the finest amusements and entertainment that Egypt has to offer! At On The Beach, we have amazing deals on Sharm el Sheikh holidays Sharm flights and your stay at a choice of Sharm el Sheikh hotels - but don’t miss out!
