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Inside Background
Culture 
Sharm El-Sheikh is gifted with natural beauties of the Sinai , including its...
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Health & Safety 
SECURITY & SAFETY: Since the terrorist attacks in Aug ’05, security has...
Last edited: 23 December 2008
History 
Sharm El-Sheikh shows little semblance to its origin. When it was first...
Last edited: 01 April 2008
Neighborhoods 
Sharm El-Sheik has several hubs of activity up its coastline, including Sharm...
Last edited: 09 April 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Not only the palm trees, blue sky, sea and mountains make Sharm an irresistible...
Last edited: 23 December 2008
A Day Out Quad Biking In Sharm El Sheikh 
 Egypt is becoming more and more popular each year, Simply because of the all...
Last edited: 29 September 2009
Christmas & New Year 
CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR:- The weather is usually 21-25 in the day, with low...
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Tourist Board Info 
Here are a few links to a variety of information about this Red Sea resort city...
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Useful Contacts 
Hopefully, nobody will need these! USEFUL CONTACTS: - http://allaboutsi...
Last edited: 23 July 2009
What to Pack 
Clothing in Sharm is a hot topic with certain people.  It is okay to wear what...
Last edited: 13 August 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most people arrive in Sharm El Sheikh through the international airport.  It...
Last edited: 30 November 2009
Getting Around 
If you are staying in Naama Bay you will find that everything you need is...
Last edited: 27 April 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
If you arrive on the plane, make sure you have pre-arranged your transportation...
Last edited: 30 November 2009
Visas 
Because Sharm as well as some other tourist resorts such as Taba and Dahab are...
Last edited: 09 August 2009
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Inside Things to Do
First-time Visitors 
Remember to pack insect replant, & if you get Pharaoh's REvenge, the local...
Last edited: 05 September 2009
Nightlife 
LEGAL DRINKING AGE: - 21  Naama Bay has a great choice of resterants and pubs...
Last edited: 13 August 2009
Off the Beaten Path 
One fun excursion to do while visiting Sharm al-Sheikh is to go on a Quad tour...
Last edited: 08 February 2009
Shopping 
Sharm is a paradise for bargain-shoppers but is not ideal for those with short...
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Sports & Activities 
Due to the large number of tourists who flock to Sharm, the city caters to just...
Last edited: 04 July 2009
Arabic Phrases 
ARABIC PHRASES:- http://www.tripad... & http://www.tripad...  
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Bars And Restaurants 
UNDERGROUND NEW BAR IN NAAMA BAY !!! Below The Tavern Bar is a NEW BRITISH...
Last edited: 09 August 2009
Camel - dive school, bar & restaurants 
Camel - dive school, bar & restaurants http://www.cameld... Centre of...
Last edited: 10 October 2009
Duty Free Information 
DUTY FREE ALOWANCE & DUTY FREE SHOP:- The current allowance (July ’08) when...
Last edited: 23 December 2008
Excursions and Insurance 
EXCURSIONS & INSURANCE:- Please see this link for suitable attire...
Last edited: 06 October 2009
Golf 
GOLF:- Available at Jolie Ville Golf Hotel. Competition days are Wednesdays...
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Il Mercato 
Il Mercato is the gateway to shopping and entertainment. This market area of...
Last edited: 05 February 2008
Map of the Area, with Hotels 
Use any of these maps to locate hotels in relation to the airport, Na'ama Bay...
Last edited: 04 September 2009
Massage, Hair & Beauty 
MASSAGES, SPAS, HAIR & BEAUTY:- Please choose a masseur carefully. Some...
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Mobile Phones & Internet Cafes  
MOBILES:- The cheapest way is to take an old, unlocked handset with you &...
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Money & Tipping 
MONEY:- Some hotels have atm machines in the grounds; there are several atm’s...
Last edited: 24 October 2008
Mosquitoes 
Take Vitamin B1 pills just before going & during the holiday. Thiamine...
Last edited: 23 December 2008
Omar Riding Club 
Riding Stables on the edge of the desert, approximately 15 minutes drive from...
Last edited: 08 March 2009
Pirates Dive Company 
just came back from two weeks in sharm and had a superb diving experience with...
Last edited: 12 November 2009
Plugs & Adapters 
Voltage 220v & 2 pin, round plugs, European adapters.
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Possible Scams 
SHOPPING, ENTRAPMENT PLOYS & POSSIBLE SCAMS:- The vendors can be a bit...
Last edited: 23 December 2008
Recommended Vaccinations 
None is compulsory but the following are advisable: Triple vaccine for Tetanus...
Last edited: 07 August 2009
Sokar Safari 
Sokar Safari will sell you a 3 hour motocross trip across the desert where you...
Last edited: 01 December 2009
Sunbathing and Recommended Attire 
TOPLESS SUNBATHING & RECOMMENDED ATTIRE: – is actually illegal in Egypt...
Last edited: 23 December 2008
Swimming with Dolphins at Dolphinella 
DOLPHINS: - * Dolphins ~ Dolphinella in Sharm is not popular on the forum; this...
Last edited: 02 September 2008
Tips for Snorkeling 
Snorkeling in Sharm el Sheikh can be the highlight of a vacation, but there are...
Last edited: 09 October 2007
Water Parks 
WATER PARKS:- There are 2 main ones; the Sharmforum search engine will connect...
Last edited: 12 July 2008
Water Sports 
WATER SPORTS: - Are available at several places; here is an e.g. of the ones...
Last edited: 29 November 2009
El Fanar 
El Fanar is a superb place for relaxing and soaking up the sun, not to mention...
Last edited: 04 June 2008
Na'ama Bay 
  This is a really buzzing place that comes alive at almost midnight! Firstly...
Last edited: 20 April 2008
Terrazzina Beach 
A haven for the chilled out tourist - excellent music and the big red mattresses
Last edited: 10 July 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Sharm El-Sheikh offers a host of options for adventurous to picky eaters. The...
Last edited: 23 December 2008
Dining with a View 
Great views from Sofitel Sharm El-Sheikh - and in addition to the view, food is...
Last edited: 06 April 2007
Recommended Restaurants & Bars 
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS & BARS:- There is a wide variety of places to eat...
Last edited: 23 September 2009
SHARM : THE BEST EATING 
Sharm is not going to win any accolades, stars or awards for the food. Fact...
Last edited: 30 October 2009
Al Masriyin 
This good 'meat' restaurant is called El Masrien (you can't miss it as it has a...
Last edited: 10 February 2009
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Inside Egypt: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
1 Egyptian Pound (E£)=100 piastres (pt) You can exchange traveler checks or...
Last edited: 18 August 2008
Crossing the Border 
Visitors to Egypt from the UK require a visa to enter Egypt, which can be...
Last edited: 23 April 2009
Important Phrases 
  Greetings and first time meet:  Hello (friendly greeting) – assalamu aleikum...
Last edited: 22 December 2009
Telephones 
The following are a few essential bits of telephone information for any visitor...
Last edited: 23 May 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
With a few exceptions, tipping is not expected, and if you do not tip it will...
Last edited: 19 July 2009
Buying alcohol 
Just be warned that drinks in Sharm el Sheikh Hotels and bars are pricey, a Gin...
Last edited: 09 February 2009
Cruising the Nile 
With more than hundred ships cruising the Nile during high season, all looking...
Last edited: 13 July 2008
Currency Exchange. Sharm El Sheikh. 
Just having returned from Sharm El Sheikh a suggestion is to Exchange money in...
Last edited: 20 November 2008
Female visitors travelling alone 
All visitors to Egypt, whether they are female or male, receive a great deal of...
Last edited: 01 December 2008
Health Information 
There are several good websites with health information for travelers to Egypt...
Last edited: 09 September 2009
Suggested individual tipping in Egypt 
Below you find amounts for suggested tipping while in Egypt if you are not...
Last edited: 25 November 2009
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