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Inside Background
Culture 
Sharm El-Sheikh is gifted with natural beauties of the Sinai , including its...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
History 
Sharm El-Sheikh shows little semblance to its origin. When it was first...
Last edited: April 01, 2008
Neighborhoods 
Sharm El-Sheik has several hubs of activity up its coastline, including Sharm...
Last edited: April 09, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Not only the palm trees, blue sky, sea and mountains make Sharm an irresistible...
Last edited: June 21, 2008
Average Air & Sea Temps & Weather Sites. 
AVERAGE SEA & AIR TEMPERATURES:- Remember that air temps are representative...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Avoiding Stomach Problems 
This is an emotive subject as some people will say upset tummy is due to...
Last edited: July 11, 2008
Christmas & New Year 
CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR:- The weather is usually 21-25 in the day, with low...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Henna Tattoos 
         TATTOOS: - HENNA ONES ~ Be very careful!!! http://www.tripad... Most...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Security & Safety 
SECURITY & SAFETY:- Since the terrorist attacks in Aug ’05, security has...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Tourist Board Info 
Here are a few links to a variety of information about this Red Sea resort city...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Useful Contacts 
Hopefully, nobody will need these! USEFUL CONTACTS: - http://allaboutsi...
Last edited: July 18, 2008
What to Pack 
Clothing in Sharm is a hot topic with certain people.  It is okay to wear what...
Last edited: June 10, 2006
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most people arrive in Sharm El Sheikh through the international airport.  It...
Last edited: July 25, 2008
Getting Around 
If you are staying in Naama Bay you will find that everything you need is...
Last edited: April 27, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
  Getting around in Sharm el Sheikh is more a masterful task than it first...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Visa 
Visas Because Sharm as well as some other tourist resorts such as Taba and...
Last edited: March 31, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Nightlife 
LEGAL DRINKING AGE: - 21  After a day by the beach, scuba diving in the...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
One fun excursion to do while visiting Sharm al-Sheikh is to go on a Quad tour...
Last edited: June 18, 2006
Shopping 
Sharm is a paradise for bargain-shoppers but is not ideal for those with short...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Sports & Activities 
Due to the large number of tourists who flock to Sharm, the city caters to just...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Arabic Phrases 
ARABIC PHRASES:- http://www.tripad... & http://www.tripad...  
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Duty Free & Legal Drinking Age 
LEGAL DRINKING AGE: - 21 DUTY FREE ALOWANCE & DUTY FREE SHOP:- The current...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Excursions, how to book, insurance 
EXCURSIONS & INSURANCE:- Please see this link for suitable attire...
Last edited: July 15, 2008
Fishing 
FISHING:- http://www.tripad... & http://www.tripad... &...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Golf 
GOLF:- Available at Jolie Ville Golf Hotel. Competition days are Wednesdays...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Il Mercato 
Il Mercato is the gateway to shopping and entertainment. This market area of...
Last edited: February 05, 2008
Karting 
KARTING:- There is Ghibli karting track, between airport & Na'ama. A quick...
Last edited: July 12, 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: July 12, 2008
Massage, Hair & Beauty 
MASSAGES, SPAS, HAIR & BEAUTY:- Please choose a masseur carefully. Some...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Mobile Phones & Internet Cafes  
MOBILES:- The cheapest way is to take an old, unlocked handset with you &...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Money & Tipping 
MONEY:- Some hotels have atm machines in the grounds; there are several atm’s...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Mosquitoes 
MOSQUITOES:- Take Vitamin B1 pills just before going & during the holiday...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Must-Do Tips - Nightlife & Dining 
Go to Ministry of Sound at Pacha on the Saturday in Naama Bay - They have some...
Last edited: June 04, 2008
Nightlife 
Naama Bay has a great choice of resterants and pubs.  Here is a list of some...
Last edited: November 09, 2006
Plugs & Adapters 
Voltage 220v & 2 pin, round plugs, European adapters.
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Possible entrapment ploys & scams 
SHOPPING, ENTRAPMENT PLOYS & POSSIBLE SCAMS:- The vendors can be a bit...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Recommended Attire, in resort & on trips 
TOPLESS SUNBATHING & RECOMMENDED ATTIRE: – is actually illegal in Egypt...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Recommended Vaccinations 
RECOMMENDED VACCINATIONS: - None is compulsory but the following are advisable...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Swimming with Dolphins at Dolphinella 
DOLPHINS: - * Dolphins ~ Dolphinella in Sharm is not popular on the forum; this...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Tips for Snorkeling 
Snorkeling in Sharm el Sheikh can be the highlight of a vacation, but there are...
Last edited: October 09, 2007
Water Parks 
WATER PARKS:- There are 2 main ones; the Sharmforum search engine will connect...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Water Sports 
WATER SPORTS: - Are available at several places; here is an e.g. of the ones...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
El Fanar 
El Fanar is a superb place for relaxing and soaking up the sun, not to mention...
Last edited: June 04, 2008
Na'ama Bay 
  This is a really buzzing place that comes alive at almost midnight! Firstly...
Last edited: April 20, 2008
St George's Bar 
Home from Home This is the place to visit a home from home your local in Egypt...
Last edited: June 27, 2008
Terrazzina Beach 
A haven for the chilled out tourist - excellent music and the big red mattresses
Last edited: July 10, 2008
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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: January 13, 2008
Dining with a View 
Great views from Sofitel Sharm El-Sheikh - and in addition to the view, food is...
Last edited: April 06, 2007
Recommended Restaurants & Bars 
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS & BARS:- There is a wide variety of places to eat...
Last edited: July 12, 2008
Sinai Star 
The Sinai Star Fish Restaurant in Old Sharm comes highly recommended by all...
Last edited: June 17, 2008
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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: June 27, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Visitors to Egypt from the UK require a visa, which can be obtained on arrival...
Last edited: January 06, 2008
Important Phrases 
Hello – Ahlan wa sahlan Goodbye – Salam Peace be with you – Salam alekum And...
Last edited: March 23, 2008
Telephones 
The following are a few essential bits of telephone information for any visitor...
Last edited: May 23, 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
There are a variety of opinions about tipping in Egypt.  Some say that tipping...
Last edited: June 21, 2008
Buying alcohol 
Just be warned that drinks in Sharm el Sheikh Hotels and bars are pricey, a Gin...
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Cruising the Nile 
With more than hundred ships cruising the Nile during high season, all looking...
Last edited: July 13, 2008
Suggested individual tipping in Egypt 
Below you find amounts for suggested tipping while in Egypt if you are not...
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