Soma Bay

Abu Soma Bay, the name might not be familiar for many, but it is one of the Red Sea idyllic resorts. Clear crystal sea, sandy beach and warm breezy weather are not the sole attractions in Soma Bay.

On the western shore of the Red Sea lies Soma Bay, the newest Red Sea resort, which is 45 km away from Hurghada International Airport.

Soma Bay has more than one feature that distinguishes it from the rest of Red Sea resorts, that beside the marine garden and the golden beaches, Soma Bay is famous for its kitesurfing activities, Golf playgrounds and thalassotherapy.

The calm sea makes Soma Bay the perfect place for diving and snorkeling, the large lagoon provide sheltered water for beginners who started to learn diving. Moreover, the diving sites in Soma Bay are less crowded than Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada diving sites, which makes diving a delightful and enjoyable experience.

One of the best spots in the world for sailing, kitesurfing and windsurfing, this is how Soma Bay is described. Many teaching centers there provide the tourists with needed equipment and train them to perform the activities safely. Golf playing is also accessible for the all tourists in Soma Bay in the Golf course which is ranked number 1 golf course in the world outside Europe.

With the thalassotherapy, Soma Bay is highly reputed among the Red Sea resorts. A variety of hydrotherapy treatments are offered.

Due to its recency, Soma Bay has a limited number of hotels, which are not as expensive as the hotels and resorts in Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada, but at the same time, they offer all the luxurious facilities needed for practicing the different water sports and the thalassotherapy. Soma Bay hotels are offering the best dining restaurants to its residents. Sol Y Mar Paradise Beach is a perfect example for that especially for its diving center and health club along with the relaxing atmosphere, a la carte restaurants, bars and Kids Club.

Looking for a quite resort on the Red Sea, Soma Bay can be your perfect choice.

 

 

 

Luxor

The world's greatest open air museum, Luxor lies on shore of the Nile to become the most significant remaining city of the ancient Egyptian civilization.

Luxor played an important political, military and religious role in Ancient Egypt as it was the capital city of Egypt during that time. During the pharos period, Luxor was the hub of architecture and arts that were reflected in the massive temples that astonishes people all over the world up till now. Luxor Temple, Temple of Karnak, Valley of Kings, Valley of Queens and the Western Valley are the famous visiting sites in Luxor, where thousands of tourists come and visit monthly.

Inside the temple of Abu Simbel, the solar phenomena that occurs twice a year, attracts thousands of tourists who used to come and watch the unique wonder. On 22^nd of February and 22^ndof October, the sun rays illuminate inside the temple and became perpendicular on the statue of Ramses II,Amun-Re and Re-Herakhte, whereas the statue of Ptah (the god of underworld) remain in darkness.

Beside the temples, tombs and the remains of the ancient Egyptian city, there is the main attraction in Luxor which was mainly the reason of ancient civilization, the Nile. Apparently, the Nile in Luxor is gorgeous, that's why the Nile Cruises are so widely spread in Luxor. Tourists have the opportunity to take an inspiring trip in the River Nile, while watching the remains of the ancient Egyptian civilization.

Luxor has many luxurious hotels where tourists can enjoy visiting the ancient city while spending comfortable time in their hotels. Iberotel Luxor is one of the famous hotels in Luxor. Nile Cruises are mainly preferred by the tourists as they spend their time enjoying the Nile stunning view.

Enjoy Luxor, the city of hundred gates, and walk through the magnificent temples that reflect the old history of Egypt.