Why Travel to Egypt ? There're many advantages

Egypt is perhaps best known as the home of the ancient Egyptian civilization, with its temples, hieroglyphs, mummies, and - visible above all - its pyramids. Less well-known is Egypt's medieval heritage, courtesy of Coptic Christianity and Islam - ancient churches, monasteries and mosques punctuate the Egyptian landscape. Egypt stimulates the imagination of western tourists like few other countries and is probably one of the most popular tourist destinations world-wide.
Egypt is largely a desert, an extension of the great Sahara that bands North Africa. Save for the thin strip of watered land along the Nile River, very little could survive here. As the ancient Greek historian Herodotus stated: "Egypt is the gift of the Nile".

The climate, however, does vary a little bit depending on where you are in the country. On the north coast along the Mediteranean Sea, a thin strip of land stretching from the sea to 50 km southwards receives some of the most heavy rain in the country during winter months. Thunderstorms along with heavy rain showers that often last several hours are not uncommon here such as in Alexandria, Marsa Matruh and all other costal areas, and even the Delta. In some years the rainstorms can last for a whole day or so, though the rain tends to be less heavy. Hail is also not uncommon, especially out in the desert where the weather is usually colder and allows for ice to fall and even frost to form on non-rainy days.

6. The Mena House Oberoi

Mena House Oberoi lies in the shadow of one of the wonders of the world, the Great Pyramids at Giza. Surrounded by 40 acres of scented gardens, this historic palace hotel is only 700 meters from the towering Pyramid of Cheops. The hotel was built in 1869 and since that time has been welcoming visitors to Cairo, drawn here by the rich heritage of mosques, churches and temples. Modern Cairo is an exciting and vibrant place, bustling alongside its priceless heritage of art and architecture. The old Palace of Mena House has exquisitely crafted interiors in traditional style with filigree fretwork and intricately carved panelling, fine murals, gilding, inlaid mother-of-pearl and handcrafted mosaic tiles. Furnished with original works of art and antiques, the interior is that of a royal residence not a hotel. Outside, the palace blends into its historical setting with its towers, domes, minarets and colonnades set among palms, bougainvillea and jasmine - an oasis of luxury in the desert landscape. Cairo Airport services both international and domestic airlines. Lowest price $315.

7. La Residence des Cascades

Located within the year-round resort destination of Soma Bay on Egypt’s Red Sea Riviera, La Résidence des Cascades has been created to serve the dedicated golfer as well as to provide unparalleled thalassotherapy and wellness facilities in the region. Positioned on the highest point of the Soma Bay peninsula, La Residence des Cascades boats panoramic sea views from all sides. The Resort sits at the center of the championship golf course called The Cascades designed by Gary Player. The 18 hole course combines the best of links and desert courses. The Hotel also houses Les Thermes Marins des Cascades, one of the largest and best equipped thalassotherapy centres in the world, operated in cooperation with les Thermes Marins de Saint-Malo in France. Lowest price $280.

8. Conrad Hotel, Cairo

The Conrad Cairo is truly considered to be one of the best business hotels in the Middle East. As soon as you step into the Conrad Cairo, you are greeted by our friendly doormen and guided to the stylish hotel Lobby, where a warm Conrad welcome at Reception awaits. The Conrad Cairo spares nothing when it comes to the comfort of our hotel guests - the hotel's numerous in-room amenities, such as multiple telephone lines, Internet access, satellite television and elegant marble bathrooms with separate showers, have all been designed with your satisfaction in mind. Those hotel guests wishing for extra pampering will enjoy the Executive Floor, with its panoramic private lounge and Butler service. The Conrad Cairo is the perfect place for meetings. The hotel's 11 versatile meeting rooms, encompassing 3500 square metres (37,600 square feet) of function and meeting space, enable meeting planners to hold a range of events from small board meetings to receptions for up to 1200 guests. Warm, sunny days and cooler evenings make Cairo the perfect spot for year-round leisure. The Conrad Cairo offers a comprehensive Health Club, with a fully equipped gym, sauna, steam room and massage treatments. The Conrad Cairo also has two heated swimming pools. Lowest price $360.
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