Typically, this relaxing Sinai resort on the Gulf of Aqaba has a laid-back atmosphere. You can spend the entire day lounging at one of the palm-shaded restaurants on the golden beaches, listening to Bob Marley tunes and chatting with fellow guests, usually a diverse selection of Western travelers and Israelis with colorful stories to tell. This idyllic atmosphere was shaken, however, by a series of bombings in 2006.
Traditional attractions for visitors include taking a swim in the beautiful turquoise water or one of the Bedouin-led camel rides into the surrounding desert, which is particularly beautiful at sunset. Experienced divers will enjoy the Blue Hole, a 165-ft/50-m drop inhabited by an incredible variety of tropical fish, sea slugs and even sea turtles. You'll find resort-style hotels near the beach and less expensive accommodations in the nearby Bedouin village.
90 mi/145 km southeast of Cairo.