Red Sea Coast

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Introducing Red Sea Coast

Sadly, the once-idyllic Red Sea Coast is being spoiled by unattractive construction projects, particularly around the soulless city of Hurghada. The village of Al-Quseir has so far escaped mass development but not for long, we suspect.

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For world-class diving in the area, contact Shagara Eco-Lodge (in Cairo 02-337 1833; www.redsea-divingsafari.com; Marsa Shagra; d with full board in tents/huts/chalets US$88/100/125).

Last updated: Mar 2, 2009

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  1. komokwa avatar
    Al -Quseir and Marsa Alam

    by komokwa 14 June 2010

    I am looking for a local person familiar wih the Red Sea Coast from Safaga to Berenice who would like to be my man Friday during my…
  2. SirenitaViajera avatar
    RE: South Sinai or Red Sea Coast?

    by SirenitaViajera 09 May 2009

    Thanks a lot to all of you for your suggestions! It all looks great... I'll probably end up staying around Sharm or Dahab because I work…
  3. stefo avatar
    RE: South Sinai or Red Sea Coast?

    by stefo 09 May 2009

    As far as the scenery goes, Sinai wins hands down over the Hurghada coast. Have you considered Dahab instead of Sharm? Much more relaxed,…

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