Below the waves, the Northern Red Sea boasts beautifully healthy corals, marine life, wrecks and some species of shark. As it is such a popular tourist destination, Sharm el-Sheikh also has great nightlife. And there is plenty to explore on land in the Sinai too. So plenty to see and do.
Activities in the Northern Red Sea
Luxury Hotels in Northern Red Sea
Sharm El Sheikh Four Seasons
Backed by the Sinai Mountains and faced with panoramas of the Red Sea, Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh is reminiscent of an Arabian palace.
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The Best Snorkelling in the World
When it comes to underwater pursuits, there is a whole lot to love about snorkelling - not only is it suitable for all ages and abilities and only requires minimal equipment, it also offers the chance to see a multitude of marine species closer to the surface. From the vibrant coral reefs of…
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Short Haul Winter Diving Destinations
As we (at least those of us based in Europe) are slowly stepping into the cold of winter and dusting off our winter clothing, here at Original Diving, we've compiled our list of some top short-haul winter-come-spring diving destinations. Here's a selection of places you can get to for a…
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The Dive of my Life
My most memorable dive - I was 18 at the time; I had just
finished my PADI Divemaster apprenticeship and was starting work as
a diveguide. I soon found myself developing the confidence and
skills needed to lead dives myself.
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Divemaster Course - What it takes to become a Divemaster
It's very easy to place professional scuba divers in the "dive bum" category where for men, long hair, a distinct lack of t-shirts, and replacing most words with "chilled" or "dude" becomes second nature (I'm not sure what the stereotype for women is!) However, as I found out, becoming a…
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Tim's Top Picks: Best Worldwide Snorkelling Destinations
In his ongoing series of blogs, Dive in Style author Tim
Simond shares his top destinations for snorkelling.
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