Introduction
Originally a little fishing village, Sharm el Sheikh has developed into a well-equipped tourist resort and is still in a state of continual expansion. Sunny weather, a plethora of charter flights, world famous scuba-diving sites, plus luxurious five-star hotels, shopping and entertainment make it one of the most important tourist resorts in the Red Sea.

Who goes there?
Sharm el-Sheikh attracts scuba-divers from all around the world as well as package holidaymakers from Europe, including families and young partygoers.

Where in the world?
Sharm el-Sheikh is located in the Sinai Peninsula, on the coastal strip between the Red Sea and Mount Sinai in Egypt. Cairo is around 500km (310 miles) away.

When to go?
Sharm el-Sheikh has two main seasons, both of which remain dry. The winter months are between November and March when the daily temperature is still a warm average of 20°C (68°F). During the summer months of April to October the area is hot and humid but still bearable for holidaymakers, however in August the heat can often soar to an uncomfortable 40°C (104°F).

A visit to Mount Sinai, where Moses reputedly received the Ten Commandments is a popular attraction of many Sharm El Sheikh holidays, especially an early trek up the mountainside to watch the stunning sunrise. To sample the Bedouin lifestyle or to tackle the slopes of Mount Sinai, book cheap Flights to Sharm El Sheikh at holiday hypermarket.