HURGHADA (EGYPT RED SEA COAST)

Hurghada resort was founded in the early 20th century, and until a few years ago, remained a small fishing village. But today, it has gone on to become the foremost tourist resort of the Red Sea coast and an international centre for aquatic sports. If it takes place in or on the water you can do it here: windsurfing, sailing, deep-sea fishing, swimming, snorkelling and diving.

The unique underwater gardens are some of the finest in the world, and famous amongst divers. The warm waters here are ideal for many varieties of rare fish and coral reefs, which may also be observed through glass bottom boats. This area has quite a lot of superb accommodation dotted along the coast, usually offering warm and efficient service. Restaurants are mostly along the main road. While in Hurghada, don't miss the museum and aquarium, with their complete collections of flora and fauna of the Red Sea.

Hurghada today is known as a party town, particularly among Europeans. Locals and others will tell you that life begins at night in Hurghada, with the many, many clubs. They are particularly popular with the young and also the young at heart. With superb weather all year round and only 4 hrs from the UK, Hurghada offers a superb year round holiday destination.