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Sharm El Sheikh Holidays

YOUR EXOTIC HOLIDAY BY THE SEA

With 35km of coastline and beautiful clear waters, Sharm el Sheikh is made for holidays year-round. In the summer, expect temperatures in the high 30’s – one for serious sun-seekers! In December, the mercury hits 25°C, making Sharm the perfect destination for winter holidays in the sun. 

Home to some of the world’s best dive sites, it’s a great place for beginners to learn the ropes, while more experienced divers will love the area’s fascinating reefs and wrecks. It’s a top place for snorkelling, too, so everyone gets to enjoy the Red Sea’s colourful marine life on their Sharm el Sheikh holiday.  

You’ll also discover excellent all inclusive hotels where everything’s covered in advance – that’s all your meals, drinks and snacks – plus lively entrainment in the evenings. Expect large, lagoon-style pools, kids’ clubs, spas and even water parks – everyone’s catered for.  

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Sharm El Sheikh information

Egyptian Pound Currency Egyptian Pound
Arabic Language Arabic
GMT+02:00 Time Zone GMT+02:00
5h 15m Avg. Flight Time 5h 15m
October-April Peak Travel October-April
£2.00 Price of a pint £2.00
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Sharm el Sheikh coastline

Best beaches in Sharm el Sheikh

While most beaches in Sharm charge a small entry fee you’ll usually get a sun bed and parasol thrown in with the price. One of our favourite stretches is Naama Bay, a curve of golden sand and clear, turquoise water. Grab a snorkel and enjoy the brightly-coloured fish swimming through the coral. 

 

Sharks Bay Beach is another top spot for swimming and snorkelling. The...more

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Best day trips from Sharm el Sheikh

For an unforgettable day trip on your Sharm holiday, head out to the dessert for St. Catherine’s Monastery. Nestled in the foothills of Mount Sinai (said to be where Moses received the 10 Commandments), St. Catherine’s is the oldest working monastery in the world. Highlights include the Well of Moses and the 6th century library. 

 

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Egyptian mezze

Food and drink in Sharm el Sheikh

There are plenty of delicious local dishes you need to try on your Sharm el Sheikh holiday. A favourite is Egyptian mezze, a platter of hot and cold dishes designed for sharing. Expect to find dozens of tasty bites including baba  ghanoush, spicy kofta, and fresh pita bread.  

 

Another must-try is ta’ameya, a moreish street food that’s perfect for a hearty dinner or...more

Water slides at aqua park

Fun things to do in Sharm el Sheikh

If you’ve had your fill of sunbathing and snorkelling, then make a beeline for one of Sharm’s thrilling water parks. One of our favourites is located at the Albatros Aqua Park Sharm hotel (free entry for guests). This fun water world comes with 4 daredevil slides for adults, 55 kid-friendly slides, and 24 outdoor pools. 

 

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