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Holidaymakers enjoy diverse attractions and high quality hotels in Egypt

Written by travel on March 18, 2010 – 4:22 pm

Egypt is a top choice holiday destination for many types of traveller Its diversity and contrasts are the country’s real selling points, with a multitude of landscapes and attractions to cater for everyone from sports lovers and culture enthusiasts to sun seekers and party goers. Famous sites such as the pyramids and Sphinx have lured travellers for many years, but quality is another association many have with the country thanks to the numerous comfortable and convenient hotels in Egypt

With the sea on one side and mountains on the other, Sharm el Sheikh is a popular destination for tourists located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. Holidaymakers can enjoy plenty of excitement in town when they visit the many casinos, bars and golf courses. Meanwhile, the Red Sea offers wonderful diving and snorkelling opportunities. Significant sights nearby include St Catherine’s Monastery and Mount Sinai - where Moses received the Ten Commandments.

There are a huge selection of comfortable and affordable Sharm el Sheikh hotels on offer and one example is the Sol Cyrene, a luxury hotel located in the area. As a start, the beach is on the hotel’s doorstep. Stunning views can be enjoyed from all the rooms of either the coral reefs, beach or mountains. An on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, while the bar is open around the clock. The Sol Cyrene also offers 24-hour room service. The hotel’s spa includes beauty treatments, a sauna, steam bath and massages. Added to this there is a health club which offers the services of a hair dresser, plus other relaxation therapies.

For an alternative view of Egypt, its capital Cairo is a fascinating choice. For culture lovers there is plenty to see, including the Great Pyramid of Giza and a number of ancient Muslim monuments while shopping enthusiasts can enjoy some alternative retail therapy at the city’s famous markets.

The Cataract Pyramids Resort in Cairo offers first rate accommodation. There are three restaurants offering local cuisine or certain European delicacies. Meanwhile, a disco and a bar ensure an active night life. The resort’s swimming pool is the city’s largest, and a spa is available for relaxation treatments. Camel rides, Jeep safaris, local bazaars, mosques and museums will all keep visitors busy for weeks on end.

Luxor is another popular destination in Egypt and has even been called the world’s greated outdoor museum. The huge variety of ancient wonders will easily satisfy.

For accommodation in the area the Lotus Hotel is next to the Nile River. Its modern fifty-eight rooms and suites come with all the necessary amenities and have balconies or terraces overlooking the Nile. An on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can relax at the spa, which includes a pool, sauna and steam bath. The Lotus Hotel will arrange individual and package trips for its guests.

The above are just a few examples of the many excellent accommodation options in Egypt, from Luxor resorts to Sharm el Sheikh hotels. They are all waiting to welcome you on your next holiday and help you to explore the Land of the Pharaohs to the fullest.


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