Popular holiday types in the Sinai Peninsula

Are you planning a family vacation, a couple trip or a tummy tuck vacation with the guys?

You will probably find everything you were looking for in the Sinai Peninsula, the closest to home and at prices you can only dream of here in the country.

We have compiled for you the most equal recommendations for hotels and attractions in Sinai, and also: What not to miss?

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22/06/2022

Wednesday, 22 June 2022, 08:41

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Sinai Peninsula (Photo: ShutterStock)

Sinai recently returned to the headlines with the launch of the new flight route between Israel and Sharm el-Sheikh in March 2022. Many Israelis, who had previously avoided vacations in the neighboring peninsula, discovered the tourist gem that meets (almost) all of our needs, Israelis.

In Sinai you will find a supply of accommodation and attractions that will suit different types of vacations, depending on the composition of the vacationers, your budget and personal preferences.

Where are the vacations?

The Sinai Peninsula contains a variety of interesting possibilities.

Sharm el-Sheikh, which has gained great popularity following the addition of direct flights from Israel, is a modern urban destination, slightly different from most towns in the coastal areas of Sinai.

It is about a three-hour drive from the border with Israel.

Taba

is the town closest to the border and it offers a variety of hotels and casinos alongside hiking and water sports, including scuba diving and snorkeling of course.

The town of Dahab is also a great option for a diving and snorkeling holiday: it is a young and vibrant city with bars and restaurants, and a large selection of hotels.

In the port city of Nuweiba you will find a slightly more "thrown" atmosphere, spectacular beaches, mesmerizing sunsets and also some shopping in the market and commercial areas of the city itself.

Hotel in Sharm el-Sheikh (Photo: ShutterStock)

Where to sleep?

The truth is that these are not just accommodations, but a real experience.

In each of the resort towns you can choose the style of accommodation that suits you - holiday apartments, beach huts, luxurious all-inclusive hotels and more.

Families with children for example will prefer resorts that offer a large variety of treats and attractions in a large price range that can suit almost any pocket: private beach, several pools, water slides, various restaurants on and off the hotel grounds, shows, activities and more.

Taba Heights, for example, is a high-class holiday village near the border with Israel, which includes a variety of attractions for you and the children.

In Sharm el-Sheikh you will find a large supply of pampering hotels and holiday villages full of activities and indulgences, including water parks in the hotel grounds.

Sunrise Arbian Beach, Tropical Naama Bay and Hyatt Regency Sharm are just a few of the many examples.

But the most popular type of resort in Sinai is of course the "belly-back" in the huts on the beach.

Many young people opt for this type of vacation, in part because of the cheap costs.

The huts can be classic palm huts or a kind of modern (and air-conditioned) small hush-style rooms on the beach.

The main thing is the experience itself: the atmosphere of "throwing" on a mat, mattresses and pillows on the beach, in a fun and enjoyable atmosphere.

Are you looking for a couple's vacation and do not feel like being thrown in a hut on the beach, but also less exciting for you to vacation in an all-inclusive hotel for the whole family with full children running around the pool?

In Sinai you will find quite a few hotels that can suit you.

Look for recommended hotels without children such as Royal Monte Carlo, Ibrotel Palace, Baron Flames Resort, Sunrise Montemara Resort and more.

Where to hang out?

In Sinai you will find a large variety of attractions, with most of the entertainment being around the water - boating, diving, snorkeling, water sports, recreation on spectacular beaches, beach restaurants, shopping malls and more.

Also, in each town you will find local attractions such as camel rides, jeep or ATV rides,

desert hikes, beach promenade, recommended bars, markets and more.

If you have chosen to vacation in Sharm el-Sheikh, do not miss a visit to Dolphin Park, where you can watch a dolphin show and swim with them.

The Parsha Cafe bar is also highly recommended.

In Taba you should visit the coral island and near Dahab you will find the beaches of Ras Abu Gloum and the Blue Lagoon, where you can spend a whole day having fun.

Struggling with the guys (Photo: ShutterStock)

How safe is it?

It is impossible to ignore the fact that there is a travel warning regarding Israelis traveling to Sinai.

This is perhaps the main reason why for many years many Israelis refrained from choosing the neighboring peninsula as a destination for the upcoming vacation.

However, over the years many continued to vacation in Sinai, despite the travel warning, and reported that on a personal level they felt safe.

Therefore choose to return again and again.

It is important to note that during 2021 the National Security Headquarters reduced the level of the travel warning from 5 to 3, although the warning was not completely removed.

There are areas in Sinai that are considered the least security-wise stable.

On the other hand, the tourist areas (South Sinai) are considered safer and tourist-friendly from all over the world.

This is what most of their livelihoods are based on.

What travel insurance should be taken out?

And if we were talking about the feeling of security, do not forget to take care of travel insurance to Sinai as part of planning and preparing for a vacation.

The proximity of the Sinai Peninsula to Israel can be misleading, and make you think that there is no need for travel insurance abroad when vacationing so close. It may feel almost like home, but once you leave Israel without proper medical coverage - you may find yourself paying out of pocket. You will need medical assistance. No matter how close the destination abroad feels.

In addition, the health care system in the Sinai Peninsula is deficient and more reminiscent of health care systems in Third World countries than their counterparts in modern countries.

Therefore, it is important to purchase travel insurance in advance that will cover medical expenses in the moment of truth.

To illustrate, only recently has the media reported on an Israeli family living in Sharm el-Sheikh when the 12-year-old girl felt unwell.

The girl's condition deteriorated rapidly and the slow treatment given at the local hospital required immediate intervention.

Fortunately, the family had Phoenix travel insurance, which took the reins and quickly organized a rescue flight that returned the family to Israel, where their condition was stabilized.

This case illustrates how important it is to purchase travel insurance abroad in advance, even when it comes to a nearby destination.

Sharm el-Sheikh (Photo: ShutterStock)

How do you deal with corona scenarios in Sinai?

The corona is still here, and we are learning to live with it and alongside it.

Compared to the first two years of the plague, today the sky is mostly open, and we can fly abroad with fewer and fewer restrictions. Of course before traveling to Sinai it is important to check the extent of morbidity and local guidelines related to Corona. If they are related to corona disease,

but corona has economic consequences that can be burdensome, regardless of medical treatment.

Corona expansion is designed to cover scenarios of this type, and other scenarios related to corona infection or entry into isolation.

For example, Phoenix smart travel insurance includes the extension of the Corona shield, which includes a variety of dedicated covers.

If, for example, you have to cancel your trip due to an infection in Corona in the week before the flight, the Corona Shield extension will allow you to receive a refund of expenses of up to $ 6,000, of which up to $ 2,000 for economy class airline tickets.

Did you get sick in Corona or went into isolation during your vacation?

Corona Shield extension includes reimbursement of up to $ 200 per night for up to 15 nights, in case you were forced to extend your stay beyond the original insurance period.

The Sinai Peninsula is a tempting destination for a dream vacation, whether you are looking for a family vacation that the children will not forget for a long time, or you want to break away from the hustle and bustle and spend time with friends on the golden beaches of neighboring Sinai.

However, it is not advisable to let the geographical proximity deceive.

It is advisable to prepare for a vacation and purchase travel insurance abroad, which can provide a medical answer at the moments when you need it most.

This information is general about the plan only and all of the above is subject to the full policy terms and conditions.

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