Visit Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El-Sheikh is a city in Egypt, a fishing port and an increasingly popular destination equipped to delight travelers with its totally unique and magical qualities.

There is no lack of places to visit, and they are all beautiful and remarkable. One can cite among others Sinai national park, which is well worth a visit, the monuments of Sharm El-Sheikh, each one more beautiful than the next, and of-course the beaches of Sharm El-Sheikh: for what gave and still gives Sharm El-Sheikh its fame are its beaches and crystal-clear waters ...

Haggling is commonplace

To complete your tour of the city of Sharm El-Sheikh in the Sinai and to soak up the Egyptian culture, enjoy a walk in the souks. This way, you will dive into a thousand scents, souvenir shops, and many merchants who will offer you more or less interesting items.

Tourists will find something to satisfy their needs, by choosing different souvenirs: jewelry, perfumes, all kinds of spices, ceramics, djellabas ...
But the detail that enhances the charm of this place is, undoubtedly, the ability to bargain. You will not offend anyone in doing so because haggling is commonplace in the country. Besides, if you do not, you risk being scammed.

Regarding activities, scuba diving is a must, unless you want to miss the underwater heritage, one of the most beautiful sights you'll ever get to see. Note that the flood of tourists has not affected the conservation of this heritage, which remains well protected. The treasures of the Red Sea will be revealed to you, such as: mantas, sharks, clown fish...

Diving can be practiced throughout the whole year and the many diving clubs will provide you the necessary equipment for this interesting underwater escapade. Include in your program four-wheel drive rides into the desert of Sinai if you are looking for more unforgettable experiences. There are also other activities in this resort such as golf, karting, or - why not – bowling?

A quick stroll along the promenade will give you an idea of what the beach bars and hotels have to offer their customers. Some hotels in Sharm El Sheikh offer their guests shows, such as belly dancing. Other hotels in the Sinai organize unique parties, like a dancing dinner or, even better, performances in the desert under the sky with its millions of stars. For the night owl, there is a broad variety of nightclubs to choose from.

If you are not fond of dancing, there are places that have table games. Coffee shops are ideal for smoking a water pipe or playing chess or backgammon. Apart from these amusements, which are already quite varied, an outdoor cinema screens the latest Hollywood movies. Lovers of gambling and hazard games can visit one of the casinos of Sharm El-Sheikh and, depending on their luck, will either build up or spend a small fortune!

Let’s address now the question of accommodation in the city of Sharm El-Sheikh. Finding the right apartment/hotel is very important when staying abroad. But it is easy to find a hotel in Sharm El-Sheikh, as there are many in the city, ranging from affordable to expensive. For your local trips, you can choose between a car, buses (which you can take from bus stations), taxis (parking lot is at Peace Road) or boats. 

Budget for one week: About 800 €
Taxes and tips: Tipping is common practice.
Local currency: Egyptian Pound
Spoken and/or official language: Arabic
Dialling code: + 20 (69)
Population: Over 35,000
Area: 42 Km2
Main Attractions: Beaches, Naama Bay, scuba diving, its coral reef, etc..
 

Electricity: - Type C (European plug with 2 round pins) CEE7/16 (2.5 A/250 V non-grounded) / CEE 7/17 (German and French type, more powerful: 16 A/250 V non-grounded).
 

Visas: For travelers from the European Union, Canada and Switzerland, a visa can be issued at the border crossings or at the consulate: a stamp on the passport (cost between 10 and 25 Euros) and 2 photos.
Regarding necessary paperwork for a stay in Sharm El-Sheikh, for example, French visitors who opt for a stay of less than 2 weeks will receive their visas free of charge. Supporting documents required for this paperwork (whatever your country of origin) are, at least, your national ID card (still valid) and a photograph. The same applies to children over 15, who must have their own passport. If an underage person is traveling alone to Sharm El-Sheikh, he/she must show a proof of having left the country.
 

Sanitary requirements: Tap water is drinkable in Sharm El Sheikh. However, a filtering system at the tap may be recommended.
Recommended vaccinations: at least hepatitis A.

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