RED SEA ATTRACTIONS

RED SEA ATTRACTIONS The captivating red sea in Egypt. When you think of the Millions of Tourists who visit Egypt each year to take in the Rich Culture and History of Cairo with its amazing Giza Pyramids, Islamic and Old Cairo the hustle and bustle of the City and the Markets. Then Journey South to Luxor to view the beautiful Ancient Monuments and Temples and sail on the magical River Nile, it is time now to to take a breather from all the hustle and bustle and enjoy some tranquil and peaceful calming atmosphere of beautiful Beaches and Marine Life along with the popular water activities , so time to discover the wonders of the fantastic Red Sea. • Where is the Red Sea Located. • Why is it called the Red Sea. • The Flourishing Tourisim in the Red Sea • Best Destinations in the Red Sea. The location of the Red Sea is actually an extension of the Indian Ocean which is between the Continents of Africa and Asia. There are many theories regarding the name of the Red Sea, one popular theory is believed to be that the Seasonal bloom of a Red colored Cyanobacteria Alga=Trichodsmium erythraeum is what gives the Sea a Reddish Brown color. With nearly all Year around warm water temperatures, crystal clear waters, Coral Islands and an abundant array of fabulous species of Fish, Scuba Diving and beautiful Beaches plenty of Nightlife have made Towns such as Marsa Alam, Hurghada Sharm-El-Sheikh the perfect Resorts for visitors from all over the World. You can also enjoy the Desert with exciting Quad Bike Rides, Camping Trips as well as the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea in the Sinai Peninsular. If you travel North in Nuweiba and Dahab there is a more relaxed atmosphere, also the Bedouin people who have controlled the Mountains for thousands of Years show visitors the mysteries of the Desert as well as Sinai history which includes Mount Sinai and the Monastery of St. Catherine. Some of the Best Destinations in the Red Sea are… Depending whether you are on a Family Vacation, or a Solo Traveller or someone who wants to enjoy a thrilling Adventure the Red Sea Destinations can offer Tourists fantastic places with something for everyone. With activities such as Fishing Trips, Kite Surfing Diving, Nightclubbing or just relaxing on the Beautiful Beaches. SHARM –EL-SHEIKH Sharm El Sheikh and Naama Bay lie at the Southersn point of the Sinaii Peninsularand are popular Beach Resorts in Egypt. Offering all year round Sun and a very active Nightlife. There are also many Cafes, Restaurants and Bars and people gather together in the evening to watch Sharm s most amazing Beach Sunsets. Sharm also boasts some of the best Diving Locations and organized Diving and Snorkeling Trips.Not far from Ras Mohammed National Marine Park you can find the Marine Reserve that gives visitors plenty of Sea Life for Divers to enjoy. DAHAB. Dahab is a coastal village in the middle of the Eastern Shore of Sinai. Dahab which is now a thriving Diving Community offers many different accommodations such as Hostels through to Luxurios Resorts. Located on the Water it lies between the Purple Mountains of Sinai and the Waters of the Gulf of Aqaba with the visibility of the Mountains of Saudi Arabia across the Water. In the Central part of Dahab there are established Restaurants and Hotels for visitors to enjoy, whereas the further North you go the atmosphere is more relaxed and less populated allowing for people who seek a more private and exclusive experience. Boasting one of the cleanest Sea Waters in the World you can take Snorkeling and Diving Trips from any location in Dahab, also with many of the Tourism Shops offering Safari Trips, Quad Bike Excursions and the Popular Camel Rides. The Town of Neweiba which lies approx.. 60km. North of Dahab is very low key with most of the accommodation consisting of Simple Huts on the Beach with a nearby Restaurant, but offers the most in relaxation for the Visitors. HURGHADA. Hurghada which is the biggest City on the Red Sea, lies approx.. 1 Hour after El Gouna and 2 Hours before Sharm-El-Sheikh. For the Tourists and Visitors Hurghada International Airport makes it a very easy access route for Travel from Overseas as well as from inside Egypt itself. It is also possible to reach Hurghada by Road and Shuttle Buses, this form of travelling is very popular among both Tourist and Egyptians who are wanting to enjoy the fabulous Beaches which Hurghada has to offer. There are three parts to Hurghada which consists of El Dahar, the Old Area, here you can visit the Bazaars and old Markets plus the biggest Mosque and Church. The Second part which is called El Sakala which contains many Bazaars and cafes, Hurghada Port and the beautiful Marina which you can take a Ferry Boat daily to Sharm-El-Sheikh and Saudi Arabia. The third part is the newest area the Touristic Road, this is in front of the many Hotels, Cafes and Bazaars EL GOUNA. El Gouna is a beautiful Resort Town which has become home to many Expats. El Gouna boasts many 5* Hotels and a fabulous Marina Strip which houses some of the best Restaurants in Egypt. One of the biggest Music Festivals in Egypt is held in El Gouna and there are many options for Nights out. With its perfect wind conditions this makes El Gouna a real favourite among Kite Surfers, with so many different variaties and options El Gouna offers the perfect vacation for all types of Traveler. There are also fabulous Fishing Trips and Boat Rides and the best sites for experienced Divers who visit every Year.