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The ultimate guide to diving in Sharm el-Sheikh

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Sharm el-Sheikh is a scuba diving and snorkelling hotspot. Home to a vast number of dive sites that are suitable for all levels, as well as some of the most vibrant coral in the world, it’s seen as one of the best places in the world to get certified thanks to its great infrastructure. The sea is warm all year around and although currents do get strong in parts, it’s almost always got favourable conditions, another reason why those in the know love it so much. If you’re keen to find out about the best dive sites in Sharm el-Sheikh, as well as everything else you need to know about scuba in this city, then read ahead for Orbzii’s ultimate guide to scuba diving in Sharm el-Sheikh.

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The top 8 things to do in Sharm el-Sheikh

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Sharm el-Sheikh is a touristic wonderland, meaning there’s an endless slew of activities to indulge in and experiences to enjoy. It doesn’t matter if you prefer digging your toes into soft, bone-white sand, or hiking through the Sinai Mountain range while spotting rare wildlife and being wowed by panoramic views, the sparkling city by the sea has it all. If anything, it can even be a bit overwhelming to decide how to spend your time. If you’re planning on visiting but still deliberating on your itinerary, and want to make sure you choose well, then read ahead for Orbzii’s guide to things to do in Sharm el-Sheikh.

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The best excursions in Sharm el-Sheikh

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Thankfully, Sharm el-Sheikh excursions allow you the chance to get out from the dreamlike bubble of the resort town and see the best of what else Egypt has to offer, from astounding ecological highlights to awe-inspiring architecture – and we’re not only talking about the pyramids. If you’re excited to explore everything else Egypt has to offer, read ahead for Orbzii’s guide to the best Sharm el-Sheikh excursions.

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Sharm el-Sheikh 

Food & Drink

With all sorts of incredible venues dishing out cuisine from all corners of the world, a Sharm el-Sheikh getaway isn’t just ideal for sunseekers, but is also the perfect place to take your tastebuds exploring. Whether you’re looking for a great morning coffee spot or a high-end restaurant for a special evening the coastal city has you covered, but even among all the culinary highlights there are some spots that we think shine brighter than the rest. If you’re the type of person who plans their meals months in advance, or just want to see what the best of what the resorts and restaurants of Sharm el-Sheikh have to offer, read ahead for our guide to breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the city.

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The best hotels and resorts in Sharm el-Sheikh

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Sharm el-Sheikh does accommodation right. With a wide range of places to lay your head, from private villas to all-inclusive hotels that make you feel like the royalty the city is named for, there’s something for every kind of holidaymaker and budget. With so much choice, it can be hard to make a decision about the place you stay, but thankfully our guide to the best hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh will give you the lowdown on where to get a room that’s perfect for your holiday needs.

Lake Garda view in Limone sul Garda, famous tourist destination in Italy

Lake Garda

Destination

In the realm of travel cliches, it’s all too easy to label Lake Garda a fairytale lake. But how else do you describe a place where terracotta villages creep up to the shoreline, snow-capped mountains protect the waters from the fiercest winds and fire-red sunsets cast a golden glow over green-hued waters?Monumental castles guard now glittering marinas, botanical gardens bloom with tropical plants from far away shores and the beaches? Well… some seem lifted straight from the Caribbean, rather than the shores of a European lake. But this is no fantasy world, nor an all-too-eager exaggeration from the pen of a whimsical travel diarist. This is Lake Garda. Italy’s largest and most lavish lake.

From each shoreside town to the next, you can feast on foods that are familiar yet foreign. Ravioli comes with added perch and risottos are flavoured with pike and tench. There are, of course, richer pickings, particularly in the pannacotta and tiramisu laden dessert menus. Plump lemons glisten in the sun waiting to slink into lakeside G&Ts and long drinks sparkle alongside the aperitivo conversation. A little mundane for a fairytale? Not on Lake Garda. Enjoying the simple life here feels like you’ve been given the key to a hidden world. Enjoy every second of it.

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Breakfast, lunch & dinner in Lake Garda

Food & Drink

There are a few things to reasonably expect from Lake Garda restaurants. Views, Italian classics and perhaps a stellar gelato should all feature, but pike? Prepare your tastebuds for an earthy voyage into the world of lake fish. Grilled, steamed, creamed and made into meatballs, Lake Garda’s local resources will be memorable meals during your time here. And, as much as we should champion the 0km menus and heritage recipes, we won’t blame you if you swing by the region’s stellar gelataria for a more familiar selection of flavours.

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Battle of the lakes: Lake Garda vs Lake Como

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At first glance, the Lake Como or Lake Garda decision is a tough one. There’s little to separate two of Italy’s best bodies of water. Mouthwatering cuisine, regional specialties, wines aged right by the lake and a crop of talented chefs does little to help matters either. To really narrow things down, take a look past the shimmering waters and a deep dive into the attractions, activities, scenery and affordability of each lake to really get the measure of these iconic, Italian holiday destinations.

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The ultimate guide to boating in Lake Garda

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Lake Garda boat trips are one of the best ways to see this scenically stunning waterscape. Hop from one historic town to the next – via ferry. Slink into a sailing yacht for fizz and fun or skipper your own craft to a corner of the lake for sunbathing, picnics and a chic day on the lake. And, it’s worth noting that boat hire on Lake Garda opens up more than just shoreside views. Everything from wedding proposals to piano solos play out on these waters. The lake is your oyster…

Malcesine to Monte Baldo cable car

Top 10 things to do in Lake Garda

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You’d imagine that most of the things to do in Lake Garda would centre around this huge – and downright gorgeous body of water. Not quite. Yes you can motorboat across it, peek around a private island or laze luxuriously on its edges. But your things to do in Lake Garda list needn’t be restricted to the aquatic side of life. There are gourmet eats in the hills to discover, castle ramparts to conquer and cable cars to see it all from. Joyous news then for those amongst us with constitutions at odds with life on the water…