Is Sharm nicer than Hurghada?

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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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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Tourism in the city Hurghada's major industry is foreign and domestic tourism, owing to its landscape, year-round hot and dry climate and long beaches. Its waters are clear and calm for most of the year and have become popular for underwater diving and snorkelling.

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It's worth noting though that Sharm El Sheikh is no slouch on the stellar resort front. A worthy contender in every category, but ultimately Hurghada won with convenient access to golf courses, dive sites, feet-friendly beaches and shores and – best of all, the shorter travel times to Egypt's top attractions.

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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.

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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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Sharm El Sheikh is known for its vibrant nightlife scene, with many bars, nightclubs, and restaurants located in Naama Bay and the Old Market area.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Sharm el-Sheikh High season is considered to be June, July and August. The cheapest month to fly from United States is February. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Sharm el-Sheikh flight deals.

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The risk for mosquito activity is extremely high. Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants when spending time outdoors to prevent bites. The risk for mosquito activity is high.

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Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Egypt. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Egypt: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

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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. Cases of sexual assaults against female tourists have occurred in the past.

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The risk for mosquito activity is extremely high. Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants when spending time outdoors to prevent bites. The risk for mosquito activity is high.

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Pubs & Bars in Hurghada Even though Egypt is a muslim country, beverages with alcohol can be enjoyed in tourist areas and hotels. The New Marina in Hurghada offer a a vast variety of venues where drinks can be enjoyed and remember that Sheraton Plaza is just 2 mins walk away.

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