Holidays in Cairo

If it's total rest and relaxation you're after, holidays in Dahab are just the ticket. With its sleepy, relaxed way of life, this little gem attracts visitors from all around the globe. From the stunning mountains and desert sands, to the superb diving opportunities, it's no wonder people come back to Dahab time and time again.

It's no surprise that Dahab, meaning 'gold' in Arabic, takes its name from the glittering beaches that stretch along the coastline. Whether it's lazy sun-drenched holidays you crave, or something more active like watersports, this is the place to be. Originally a Bedouin fishing village, today these shores are world-renowned for its diving and particularly windsurfing, due to reliable winds and flat water conditions.

If you're looking for a place to get your head down, the top-notch Mena House Oberoi Hotel has excellent facilities and practically has the pyramids as its back garden. If you want a bird's eye view of the hotel, the Hotel Ramses Hilton offers stunning views of the pyramids and River Nile.

So if you're looking for summer holidays to a land of simple yet stunning pleasures, holidays in the sun don't come much better than this.

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