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El
Gouna Attractions:
General Information
Nowadays, El-Gouna is considered to be one of the most attractive, hot,
entertaining destinations in Egypt.
Located
on the way to Hurghada, exactly about 22 km from Hurghada International
airport, a place that has about 14 hotel or more, located on the best
areas of the Red-Sea, varying from 5 stars to small 3 stars hotel and
resort.
Each is
having a distinguished look and feel that attracts tourists' world wide.
Warmth and sun shine is guaranteed all time of the year. As El Gouna
benefits from the dry, desert climate that keeps the humidity low. And
there is always a sea breeze to keep you cool.
El-Gouna
offers lot of services from fully equipped conference rooms of various
standards, activities providers, water sports, kids activities, a
variety of nightlife spots, restaurants that exceeds 20 pub and
restaurant to suit all tastes and much more.
Tourist information
Nightlife spots at El-Gouna
 If you
are looking for the trendy, funky bars, nice live music and oriental
shows or you simply prefer to dance the night away at superb clubs, El
Gouna is the perfect place for those who want to enjoy nightlife full of
excitement and partying.
Beach Parties at El-Gouna
Along
El-gouna beach you will enjoy the tremendous hot parties, which is held
in many places. Amongst is the:
Mangroovy Beach party:
Only 5
minutes by shuttle-bus to reach, where you can relax, soak up the sun,
play beach volleyball or soccer, windsurf or snorkel all day long! Cool
drinks, sandwiches and grills are served at the Mediterranean-style
beach bar or indoors restaurant. That's the place to be at night for
those who like Beach Parties with B.B.Q., bonfire and great music.
Zeytuna Beach :
Zeytuna
Beach is located on its own island surrounded by the Red Sea and
lagoons. It is easily accessible by boat from El Kafr or Sultan Bey
Hotel, and via two bridges connecting the Sheraton Miramar and the Hill
Project. It is equipped with hammocks, DJ and sound system for beach
parties during the summer, hanging chairs, volley ball court, snorkeling
equipment and sun beds.
Golf at El-Gouna
European pros offer lessons to beginners and seasoned golfers alike. The
well equipped pro shop offers a choice of top golf clubs for rent to
those who would rather leave their clubs at home. For those looking for
a little competition, the club organizes regular tournaments.
El-Gouna
course is designed to be accessible to every level of golfer, from the
tourist who wants to learn the game, to the advanced golfers playing in
the tournaments. The 18 hole golf course thrills advanced as well as
beginners.
Give a
visit to the clubhouse, relax after golfing and indulge yourself with
some sauna, steam bath, massage and a series of pools for guaranteed
relaxation.
On the
terrace of the Grasshoppers Bar, light snacks and drinks are served.
In
addition of all that, you will also find at El-Gouna much more
activities like; diving, horse back riding, snorkeling, diving,
parasailing, kayak, banana boat, canoe, and all other water sports.
Shopping at El-Gouna
For
shopping lovers, you can enjoy buying your souvenirs form the
traditional style oriental market there "Souk El-Balad" or "El-Khayamia"
or "El-gouna art village".
Sightseeing at El-Gouna
El Gouna Museum:
This
museum focuses on ancient Egyptian history and art, with over 90
exhibits including statue replicas (made by the Egyptian Cultural
Investment Company), stones and musical instruments. Opened in January
1996, it is designed to give tourists an insight into the Ancient
Egyptian culture. Facilities include 3 interactive computer displays
giving descriptions of each exhibit, and also an exhibition hall of 52
contemporary Egyptian paintings by Hussein Bikar. Located in the Museum
building, Kafr El Gouna, it is also surrounded by souvenir shops selling
small statues, books, papyrus paintings, postcards and modem Egyptian
art.
The Aquarium:
The
Aquarium is designed to promote awareness of various indigenous flora
and fauna of the Red Sea . Located in the Museum building, it hosts a
wide variety of fish, moray eels, starfish, sea horses, lobsters and
crabs in over 80 tanks, ranging from small sizes up till 2 x 2 meter
tanks. Four of the tanks are also lit by a special blue light that
enables viewers to see the colors of the corals, as seen by night
divers. Open every day, it has a capacity of 50 people.
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