Gulf of Suez of the Red Sea
by Kuznetsov_Sergey
Hurghada is situated on the beach of the Red Sea. It is its main advantage defining tourist value.
Red Sea is a direct translation of the Greek Erythra Thalassa. Sure the name of the sea does not indicate the color of the water since it is not red in color. It may signify the seasonal blooms of the red-colored cyanobacteria Trichodesmium erythraeum near the water surface. I didn’t see these blooms and few people did I think.
But the sea is famous by its reef systems. Many people come there to observe them and rich underwater world. The main reasons for the better development of reef systems along the Red Sea is because of its greater depths and an efficient water circulation pattern.
The Red Sea is one of the most saline water bodies in the world. You may swim almost without any motion. I enjoyed this way of swimming very much (though I’m not fat).
In general tide ranges are about 0.6 m in Hurghada. Then water recedes on 10 meters from coast.
Persistent north-west winds are dominated with speeds ranging between 7 and 12 km per hr. It’s pleasant in summer but not in winter. Average surface water temperature of the Red Sea during the summer is about 26°C.
Hello! What's your name?
by Beograd
Ladies, get used to men coming up you, seeking for fun... If you are not interested, ignore them. Otherwise, you won't be able to get ridd of them! And believe me, they can be very charming and good looking, not to mention persistant... It is acustomed with them to sweet-talk, and it isn't something you should hold against them. Some might even dare to pinch or slap you on the bottom! I didn't have any unpleasant experiance, but than again, I am not the "exposing" type. A few girls from the group had been approached in a nasty way with a line: "How much is a b..job?" This is why I always repeat: do not act like a dog that's been set free after a long time! Be polite, dress politely and there isn't going to be any troubles for you. That doesn't mean that you have to walk around covered.
Drugs in Egypt
by Saladinos
Hurghada is not the same like amsterdam and cristiano in denmark . You cant walk around in a place to choose and buy some joints and other drugs. It is illegal here in Egypt to buy, sell or smoke and use drugs. The punishment reach capital punishment for dealers and maximum 6 years for users.
This doesnt mean that there is no access to smoking in Egypt but there are lots of people who do smoke hash and marijuana.
NOT IN PUBLIC
vans
by Aurorae
If you are too tired to walk, you can take a van, they pass by every few seconds, and beep beep you (even if you don't plan to take it!), everybody says that the cost of a ride is 1 Egyptian pound (7.40 pounds=1 euro), but it is actually 25 piasters (1 pound = 100 piasters), so all you have to do is get in the van, take your route, and upon arrival, pay after getting off, don't allow to be cheated!
Trip to Mahmya Island
by carlosdog
Do not miss out on this paradise island! It takes about 45-60 mins boat trip from Hurghada. It is pure white sand, clear blue water, pure relaxation day. There will be a meal included where you go and sit in the shade of the purpose built huts. There is a lookout point with lovely views for photos.
The trip was approx £35 each, but well worth it, and I wouldn't of missed that bit of paradise if I was staying in Hurghada again.
titanic palace looking out
Hurghada Promenade
the fealds near Qena
Hurghada - Eating
