Berlitz Pocket Guide Egypt Red Sea Coast (Travel Guide eBook)

Book excerpt: Berlitz Pocket Guide Egypt Red Sea Coast is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the very best that this ancient coastal region has to offer. The Where to Go chapter details all the key sights around Egypt's Red Sea coastline, from destinations with Biblical and Roman significance, such as Mount Sinai and Mons Claudianus, to the natural wonders of Ras Muhammad National Park and of course, the spectacular coral reefs under the water. The region's attractions are covered in detail, including its remarkable temples, dive sites and major resorts. Handy maps on the cover help you get around the region with ease. To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of Egypt's Red Sea Coast's Top 10 Attractions, followed by an itinerary for A Perfect Day in Sharm el Sheikh. The What to Do chapter is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from diving and desert safaris to nightlife and shopping. You'll also be armed with background information, including a brief history of the region and an Eating Out chapter packed with restaurant listings.