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  • 33 posts

    Hi all,

    I’m looking for an alternative to Dubai/UAE for October half term.

    Anyone got any hotel recommendations? I’m currently looking at Ricos Seagate or Steigenberger Alcazar…

    926 posts

    Whatever the number of stars a hotel in Egypt has, take 1-2* off. And safe to assume 90% of online reviews are fake.

    353 posts

    Whatever the number of stars a hotel in Egypt has, take 1-2* off. And safe to assume 90% of online reviews are fake.

    This. They have very little regard for hygiene, including when it comes to food, spa areas etc. The chances of falling ill are high. If you put cream on a turd, it’s still a turd.

    1,807 posts

    In my experience, Sharm competes with Agadir as the worst place outside London I’ve ever visited.
    Agadir is marginally better due to costing less for your inevitable disappointment.

    10,820 posts

    I’ve never been, but there have been quite a few reports of shark attacks recently 😱

    164 posts

    We were there in January. Had a great time. Didnt do anything apart from hang out at pool/beach though, apart from a couple of nights out at very blingy Soho Square
    We didnt have any stomach issues,everyone we met was friendly and valued us being there.
    Its cheap and if you take cash then you can exchange it for 60 EGP compared to official rate of 38EGP out an ATM.

    33 posts

    Thanks – looks like Dubai it is 😉

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