An idyllic location on the banks of the Red Sea that’s just as steeped in history as it is natural splendour, Sharm el-Sheikh has long been a favoured destination to get a little R&R. Without a doubt it is the jewel of Egypt’s beach holiday hotspots. The city has everything you could want from a seaside getaway, from gentle, warm seas lapping at your feet to unmissable bars overlooking the long stretches of sand, where you can enjoy a cocktail or four.
If you’re more of an active holiday maker, you’re going to find a Sharm el-Sheikh trip fulfils all your needs too. From day excursions into Egypt’s mountainous interior, where you can discover some challenging hiking trails and watch sand dunes shift, to the plethora of water sports on offer around the beaches, you can spend your days working up a sweat to make that evening beer taste even more refreshing than you thought possible. And, of course, like most major cities in Egypt there are some great historical sites and museums to explore, where you can learn about the Pharaohs and Sheikh’s who ruled this land.
