My Holiday Expert

After being given the option of babysitters for a week, myself and my husband decided to have a much earnt rest in the beautiful resort of Taba.

Now this may not be a destination for everyone, however those seeking relaxation, beautiful scenery and the chance to go on some very unique excursions then this is the choice for you.

Also, Egypt has year round sunshine (we travelled there in December and temeperatures did not go below 30 degrees). However be warned that if you plan to go there in July or August, it gets very very hot.

Whilst we were in Egypt, one of the experience we had was a babrebcue in a bedouin tent, underneath the stars with an expert pointing out all the planets to us.

If you have ever experienced star gazing in the desert then you will already know how truly marvelous and beautiful an experience this can be. For those who have never done this, then this is the excursion for you. I never knew the sky could look so beautiful.

Other excursions available from Taba would be going over the border into Israel and Jordan to experience to magnificent Petra (also one of the wonders of the world.)

Don't forget you can also reach Cairo and the Pyramids from Taba, although a very long excursions, usually lasting 1 or 2 nights. But for those wishing to stay in Taba for 2 weeks, this would be an excellent trip to include in your stay.

Another trip to bare in mind: St Catherine's Monatry. This 1 day tour crosses the Sinai Desert through amazing scenery, passing small Bedouin tents and villages to the Monastery of Santa Katarina - the oldest Christian monastery in existence. See the famous Chamber of the Skulls and the 'burning bush'. During the trip back to Taba, stop at Nuweiba on the Sinai shore, for lunch and an opportunity to swim before returning late afternoon.

You do have to make sure that you have chosen a high quality hotel in Taba, as there is not an awful lot to do once you are outside of your hotel, however if you take the time to chose the right place to stay, then this could be a truly magical experience for you.

Don't forget Egypt also has some of the very best coral and sea life in the world, so make sure that you get yourself some coral shoes and some snorkels and go and experience the colours of the ocean. (A huge amount of the corals on the Red Sea start literally feet from the shoreline.)

Or, if like me fish coming that close to you, really isnt your thing then take a trip on a glass bottom boat, you won't regret it!

I would say that the hospitality in Egypt was also second to none and we were constantly pleasantly surprised by just how welcome we were made to feel.

If you fancy a trip to Taba, or anywhere else in the Red Sea, then drop me an email or give me a call and I'll see what I can find available for you.

sue@myholidayexpert.co.uk or sue.arscott@hays-travel.co.uk