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Where the Desert Meets the Sea

Welcome to Sharm

Overlooking one of the most spectacular seas in the world, Sharm el-Sheikh is the place where the desert touches the deep blue of the Red Sea, offering postcard-perfect sunsets, dreamy snorkeling, and a laid-back vibe that seeps right under your skin. Once just a quiet Bedouin village on the Gulf of Aqaba, today it’s one of the Mediterranean’s most beloved “alternative” destinations—perfect for those seeking year-round sunshine, crystal-clear waters, and a winning blend of adventure and comfort. But Sharm is more than resorts and beach umbrellas: it’s Ras Mohammed with its legendary coral reefs, it’s Mount Sinai glowing golden at dawn, it’s a stroll through the souks of Old Market, filled with scents of spices and colorful lanterns. Ideal for families looking to unwind, couples chasing romantic sunsets, and sea lovers dreaming of swimming alongside tropical fish without hopping on an intercontinental flight. Here, life unfolds outdoors—between a refreshing dip and a cup of mint tea, a desert excursion and a fresh seafood dinner with your feet in the sand. The landscape is a breathtaking combo of crystalline sea, rocky canyons, and a night sky bursting with stars.

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Guida alle Migliori Spiagge di Sharm el-Sheikh

Relax, Snorkeling e Reef Spettacolari

A Sharm el-Sheikh, è il mare a essere protagonista assoluto: trasparente, intenso, pieno di vita. Chi desidera esplorare oltre la costa può spingersi nel cuore blu del Parco Nazionale di Ras Mohammed, una delle riserve marine più famose al mondo: qui, la biodiversità dei fondali lascia senza parole, tra pareti verticali, giardini sommersi e banchi di pesci. Raggiungibile in barca anche l’isola di Tiran, meta amatissima dai sub per i suoi reef intatti e la varietà di punti d’immersione adatti a tutti i livelli, dai neofiti ai più esperti. Per chi cerca emozioni forti, ci sono luoghi iconici come il Blue Hole di Dahab, una voragine marina profonda circa 100 metri, o il relitto del Thistlegorm, affondato nel 1941 e oggi trasformato in un vero museo subacqueo. Immergersi qui significa nuotare tra motociclette, casse di munizioni e silenziose testimonianze di storia. Parlando di spiagge, la più iconica è sicuramente Naama Bay, una grande mezzaluna di sabbia chiara con resort, ristoranti e una barriera corallina facilmente accessibile. Appena più a nord, Shark’s Bay è più tranquilla, ma con fondali incredibili: qui basta infilare la maschera per nuotare tra coralli viola e banchi di pesci tropicali. Ideale per chi cerca uno snorkeling facile ma spettacolare. Vicino si trova anche Montazah Beach, meno affollata, perfetta per chi vuole rilassarsi senza rinunciare al reef. Se cerchi una spiaggia più scenografica, El Fanar (Ras Um Sid) è una gemma: scogliere a picco sul mare, una scala che scende verso piccole piattaforme rocciose, e un reef tra i più belli della zona. Ottima anche per immersioni leggere. E poi c’è Terrazzina Beach, molto amata dai locali: sabbia dorata, musica di sottofondo, ombrelloni e drink serviti direttamente al lettino. A nord di Sharm, Nabq Bay offre spazi più ampi e una spiaggia sabbiosa che si allunga dolcemente in acque poco profonde. È perfetta per passeggiare, rilassarsi e godersi un’atmosfera meno turistica.

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Beyond The Sea

Silent Nights & Starry Skies: The Desert’s Timeless Charm

Sharm el-Sheikh isn’t just about the seaside. Turn your gaze inland and you’ll discover another face of Egypt: the Sinai Desert—an ancient land sculpted by wind, dotted with lush oases, hidden canyons, and traces of millennia-old history. A desert excursion here is a journey through time. Whether by off-road vehicle or on foot, you’ll cross spectacular landscapes like Ein Khudra, the “green oasis” where date palms, sand, and water springs coexist in surreal harmony. Once a stopover for pilgrims heading to Jerusalem, today it’s a near-mystical place, perfect for a refreshing pause. Not far away, the White Canyon impresses with its wind-smoothed, pale rock walls, while just steps away lies the Colorful Canyon—a narrow gorge whose walls fade from red to violet to gold, like a painted landscape. But the Sinai Desert can also surprise with the unexpected: like the Blue Desert, a 15-square-kilometer area where rocks were painted cobalt blue in the 1980s by a Belgian artist as a symbol of peace. The result is a surreal landscape, strikingly contrasting with its surroundings, best explored slowly, especially at sunset. Nearby are ancient archaeological sites with remains dating back to the 4th and 7th centuries AD, and the great palm grove of Wadi Ferian, a hidden valley where lush vegetation flourishes between the mountains. Among lesser-known but fascinating oases, Ein Umm Ahmed is worth discovering—where Bedouins cultivate lemons, figs, olives, and mint right in the heart of the desert—and Ein Kid, a wild spot where bright green plants contrast with deep brown rocks. These are places where you feel small, yet deeply connected to nature. And then there’s Mount Sinai, deserving its own chapter: a silent night climb to reach the summit at dawn. The view that unfolds as the sun lights up the mountains and the desert below is a moment to remember forever. Here, every excursion blends nature, history, and spirituality. A different way to experience Sharm—far from the beach, but just as unforgettable.

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Living Sharm

Insider Tips for the Ultimate Experience

In Sharm el-Sheikh, the sun is always at home: here, summer never ends, with clear skies and temperatures that invite you to stay outside all day (and often well into the night). The perfect time to visit? From the gentle autumn breeze through to spring, when the climate is cool and the sea is smooth as glass. But even in the peak of summer, the sea and desert offer relief, with refreshing dips and fiery sunsets.

Life here flows slowly, between waves and sand, yet never loses that vibrant energy that makes you feel alive. What to put on your plate? You absolutely must try the fresh Red Sea fish, grilled or cooked in a tajine, accompanied by fragrant spices and local vegetables. Don’t miss koshari, the national dish made of rice, lentils, and pasta, and grilled meat skewers (shish tawook). For dessert, try basbousa, a semolina cake soaked in sugar syrup. At the markets in Naama Bay or the local bazaar, you’ll find spices, colorful fabrics, and handmade crafts — perfect for bringing home a piece of Egyptian culture. Among local customs, relaxing with a bedouin mint tea is a must: prepared with fresh leaves, it’s a ritual of hospitality that will make you feel part of the place. For magic moments, the sunset at Naama Bay is unmissable: the sky lights up in fiery hues as the sun sinks behind the sea, the light reflecting off the crystal-clear waters. Sharm is a destination that urges you to live fully, to explore, to immerse yourself — not only in the crystalline water but also in the culture, flavors, and magic of the place.

Strolling through the stalls of Old Market

Among spices, scents, carpets, and lanterns, this is the truest heart of Sharm. Haggle a little, lose track of time, and maybe even discover a hidden little café with hookah and baklava.

Tuffo nel Blue Hole (o snorkeling lì vicino)

Se sei sub esperto, lanciati nel leggendario abisso. Se no, resta in superficie: i coralli intorno sono pazzeschi. In ogni caso, porta rispetto: il luogo è tanto affascinante quanto delicato.

Colazione egiziana in una caffetteria locale

Prova il foul (crema di fave), il taameya (falafel egiziano), pane caldo e formaggio bianco. Un’esplosione di sapori, semplice ma intensa. Pro tip: ordina anche il karkadè freddo.

Giro in quad o buggy tra canyon e dune

Parti nel tardo pomeriggio, quando il sole non picchia più, e sfreccia tra canyon rossi e sabbia compatta. È adrenalina pura, ma anche libertà.