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SHARM EL-SHEIKH

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OVERVIEW Egypt is not only made of mummies and

Naama Bay and Shark’s Bay are the most

pyramids, and the city of Sharm El-Sheikh will

known points, where you find a big part of the

show you what else this wonderful country

beaches, shopping centers and nightclubs.

has. Situated in the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, the city has a lot of nature, parties

In the desert it is possible to camp and

and entertainment to offer. Stunning sights,

see the stars with a telescope. One of the

amazing coral reefs and interesting shipwrecks.

most important sacred places is located only 230 Km from Sharm El-Sheikh. It is the

The “City of Peace”, as it is also known, is

Mount Sinai, where Moses received the Ten

divided into two areas: the wonderful beaches

Commandments.

and the desert. Most of the hotels and resorts are strategically located in front of the beach

The charmant city stays a little away from the

and camels can eventually be seen walking

pharaonic and spiritual mysteries that build the

through the desert sand.

image of Egypt, but still delights the tourist with its touristic attractions, breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable experiences.

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CLIMATE

until Dezember 2nd). During the Carnival the

In Sharm El-Sheikh it is sunny during the day

regions from Il Mercato, Naama Bay, Nabq and

and the wheather gets fresh during the night.

Hadabah offer even more cultural activities.

In a winter day the temperature can reach 22

There are fireworks, historic art pieces

degrees Celsius, that means: also in the winter it is possible to enjoy the beaches, the pools and the city. During summer the temperatures

exhibitions and also body painting groups by the beach. During these times it is necessary to book your accommodation in advance.

can reach 40 degrees Celsius. The temperature of the Red Sea in this region ranges from 20 to 27 degrees Celsius.

TRANSPORT

BEST TIME TO VISIT Sharm El-Sheikh is known as the diving and snorkelling city. The Red Sea attracts divers and tourists during the whole year, since the

The best way to go everywhere you want is by getting a taxi cab. Choose always the blue and white cars, since they have a license to

wheather is always sunny and appropriate

carry foreigners and are the only ones who are

for the practice of sports. The waters of the

allowed to drive in Naama Bay. The prices are

Red Sea are always warm and can reach 27

really attractive, but check at your hotel how

degrees Celsius, that is the reason why it is so

much the ride is supposed to cost and before

good to practice sports there.

entering the taxi cab negociate the price with

There are some local holidays like the egypcian

Baksheesh in egypcian) for any kind of service,

Christmas (celebrated on January 7th) and the Sharm El-Sheikh Carnival (from November 29th

the driver. Be prepared to givet tips (called especially to the taxi drivers.

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ATTRACTIONS

Bay are the most famous beaches where you can find many resorts. At the beach you can observe the sea connecting with the desert.

In Sharm El-Sheikh there are attractions for everyone’s taste. Stunning beaches, luxurious

DIVING CENTERS

casinos and historic and religious places.

Visiting Sharm El-sheikh and not diving is just

MOUNT SINAI

like going to Paris and not seeing the Eiffel Tower. Diving is the most searched and also

With no doubt this is an indispensable destiny

the most offered activity in the city. Almost all

for the ones who like history. On this mount, as

hotels promote diving snorkeling excursions

it is told in the Bible, Moses received from God

with qualified professionals. Some of the best

the Tablets of Law. At the foot of the mount

diving centers are: Emperor Divers, Red Sea

there is the Saint Catherine’s Monastery, which

Diving College and Pyramids Diving Center.

was built in the sixth century and never had its

Discover the Red Sea and its enchantments. It

activities stopped.

is an unforgettable experience.

BEACHES

SOHO ICE SKATING

At night the stunning beaches turn into a

Located in Shark’s Bay, here visitors can feed

party place. The Pataya Beach, as an example,

the sharks in the Red Sea and it is also possible

is located at the Nabq Bay and has many

to go ice skating.

different bars. The Naama Bay and the Shark’s

NIGHTLIFE The night at the “City of Peace” pleases everyone. The Fantasia Alf Leila Wa Leila offers

WHERE TO STAY

all kinds of environments you can imagine.

Fancy dinners and huge parties with loud

Most of the accommodation options are

music can take place there. The casinos are

located close to the sea, where a nice view is

also really popular in Sharm El-Sheikh and they

guaranteed.

are usually located inside the most luxurious hotels and resorts, like the Aladin Casino and

CAMEL HOTEL

the Sinai Grand Casino.

Offers a 4-Stars accommodation with pool, renowed restaurants and the famous Camel

Sharm El-Sheikh is not only an exotic and

Bar. The differential in this hotel is the Camel

stunning destination, but also a well prepared

Diving Centre, where guests can enjoy the

city where visitors are always well received.

crystalline waters while diving and snorkeling.

Many tours options, organised by travel agencies or hotels are always chosen by the

SAVITA RESORT

tourists. It is worth taking a look at it!

Perfect for those who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere overlooking the sea. You can enjoy the spa, play water sports and visit the different bars. If you are travelling with kids there is the Kid’s Club with many funny activities.

SONESTA BEACH RESORT & CASINO Besides the three restaurants, the six pools and the two tennis courts, this 5-Star Hotel houses the Sinai Grand Casino. The casino stays 24-hours open and offers entertainment in the Las Vegas’ style.

FOUR SEASONS A 5-Star Hotel with private beach, many pools, Kid’s Club, bars, restaurants and snorkeling and diving trips. One of the most luxurious hotels in the city, with a wonderful view to the Red Sea.

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For those who cannot spend much money

leaves, tomatoes, aubergine and green bell

on the stay, there are many hostels and

pepper. Another option is to walk through the

Bed&Breakfasts. The Sinai Old Spice is located

streets from Naama Bay and enjoy the delights

in Roissa, only five minutes away from Naama

of the Kan Zaman Restaurant.

Bay and offers double rooms and resting areas with sofas. All of this with egypcian decoration.

The restaurant name means “here is the past”

The Ocean Club, the Holiday Service College

in the egypcian language. There you can savor

and the Logaina Sharm Resort are another

seafood, chinese food, kobeiba (meat, fish and

cheap options but with more comfort.

nuts), baba ghannoush (mashed aubergine with garlic) and kafta (balls of minced or ground meat – usually beef or lamb – mixes

DINING OUT

with spices and onions). The favourite dessert is the Om Ali, cooked pieces of puff pastry combined with nuts, raisins and coconut, covered in hot sweetned milk and cream.

Just like any other seaside city, Sharm El-Sheikh offers a great variety of seafood. Try the grilled

The Camel Restaurant & Bar is a great option

or the cooked combinations with the Mashi,

to enjoy good drinks and watch to the live

the traditional Rice served with meat, grape

shows. It is recommended to visit the bar in the late afternoon so you can see the wonderful sunset from their terrace. If you want to escape from the typical dishes you can seat by the seaside and enjoy na italian meal at the El Fanar Restaurant.

You will find many different dinning options in Sharm El-Sheikh, most of them ready to serve a great number of people, like the Beverly Hills, the Blue Ginger, the Mahony and the Bar Moonshine.

SHOPPING There are plenty of options when you go shopping in Sharm El-Sheikh. You can take a look at one of the biggest market chains from Egypt, the Metro Market, or just walk through the Panorama Star Megastore, located at Naama Star’s heart. There you will find egypcian souvenirs, clothes, accessories and

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

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much more. For those who like jewelry, the best choice is to visit the Philippo Jewellery, a especialized shop in Nabq. At Radio it is possible to find eletronic devices such as

POLICE

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telephones, iPods, cameras and camcorders. Of coure there are many interesting small shops throughout the city where you can buy nice souvenirs and egypcian objects.

CURRENCY The oficial currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (EGP). The Euro and the US-Dollar can also be used when shopping in Sharm El-Sheikh. But pay attention because the stores can charge more because of the exchange.

The great majority of the hotels accept all credit cards, although hostels may accept the payment only in cash. You will find many exchange agencies through the city and also inside shopping centers and hotels.

AL SALAM INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL

069-366 08 93/95 SHARM EL SHEIKH INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL

+20(69)3601140