Is Sharm el Sheik a good holiday?

Sharm el Sheikh is definitely worth visiting if you want to see the beautiful coral reefs. If you don't care if there is a gorgeous coral reef, maybe Sharm el Sheikh is not so worth visiting it. It is a bit overrated. Many people will say that Sharm is a great resort and that there is a lot to see and do.



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The best travel tips for visiting Sharm El Sheikh Old Sharm lies a little way inland, as authentic a piece of Egypt as you will see on this part of the Sinai coast, with small shops on backstreets and an unhurried atmosphere: it is well worth a visit.

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South Sinai Terrorists have also kidnapped foreign nationals. Many bombings directly targeted tourists and their transport. If you travel to South Sinai: avoid road travel outside of Sharm El Sheikh.

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Women can be subject to unwanted interest and harassment in Sharm El Sheikh. It is therefore recommended for women not to walk around Sharm El Sheikh alone, avoid going out at night on their own and wear clothes that cover their arms, legs and chest.

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There are no travel advisories in place for popular tourist spots like Cairo, the cities along the Nile, including Luxor and Aswan and resorts by the Red Sea such as Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada. Check the latest UK Government travel advice here.

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The FCDO does not warn against travel to any of the main tourist destinations in Egypt, including Cairo, Sharm el Sheikh, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan and Alexandria.

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Getting Around Sharm El Sheikh is a small city, and many of its attractions are within walking distance. However, you'll need transportation to explore places outside the city, like Dahab or Na'am Bay. Sharm El Sheikh has an airport with domestic flights to Cairo and other cities.

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The best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh is in spring or autumn. There's an average temperature of 25°C, which is very warm but it's not overly hot or humid. If you love to swim, the Red Sea won't let you down. The waters are milder in the summer but remain warm throughout the year.

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The area's clear water and extensive coral reefs have made Sharm el-Sheikh a popular site for snorkeling and scuba diving.

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How many days do you need here? The number of days to spend in Sharm El Sheikh depends on what you want to do and see. If you just want to relax on the beach and enjoy the resort amenities, 3-4 days may be enough.

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Sharm El Sheikh (4 days are enough) The famous resort by the Red Sea is located at the extreme south of Sinai Peninsula. It is far from Cairo about 500 km. Sharm is very popular for the dive sites which are considered among the top dive sites in the world like Thistlegorm & Shark and Yolanda Reef.

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That depends entirely on your preferences. Both places are definitely worth a visit and offer many excursions and activities as well as diving schools. I would say Hurghada is for those looking for more action, Sharm El Sheikh for a quieter holiday or with a focus on diving and snorkelling.

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Sharm El Sheikh is one of those unique destinations you can visit year-round, and the best time to go is really up to you. But whatever time you choose, remember to pack your sunscreen! Sharm El Sheikh enjoys warm, sunny weather for much of the year, except for late November to February, when the temperature cools.

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Yes it's perfectly safe to leave your hotel anytime day or night.

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russian tour operators are planning to launch new flights to Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada. However, according to local travel portals, some resorts have virtually no russians. For example, in Hurghada and Marsa Alam, tourists from Poland and Germany have taken their place.

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We continue to advise reconsider your need to travel to Egypt. Terrorist attacks could occur anywhere in Egypt. Potential targets include religious sites and tourist locations.

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The tap water is totally clear but it is strongly chlorinated, and thus it is better to drink bottled water of low cost and avoid tap water to maintain good health. However, you can use tap water for other things, including washing and brushing your teeth.

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Yes it is safe inside and outside the hotels, I think most of these stories come from people who have never been to Egypt! Ive been to Egypt three times and feel safer there than in Australia. Egypt takes tourist safety very seriously, they have a lot of security in place for your benefit.

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