Egypt’s Tourism Ministry is undaunted, despite terrorist threats and political unrests lays an explosion of Tourism Centers development.  35 kilometers south of Hurghada and just north of the Famous Soma Bay, situated between impressive mountain ranges and desert dunes, Makadi Bay offers itself up to the British and European tourists looking for a fun and hip holiday.

Worlds apart from Sahl Hasheesh or Soma Bay, Makadi Bay was built and conceptualized differently. Far from having the sense of tranquility that other Red Sea Riviera tourism centres offer, Makadi Bay was built with the young and fashionable British and European vacationers in mind.  It is densely developed, and populated with shopping centres, restaurants and a lively nightlife. Generally, it is a city escape that is actually a “city” as well.

As soon as you arrive in Hurghada, you will notice an abundance of higher class resorts and hotels that are very affordable.  This is most especially if you will go to Makadi Bay. There are about 10 hotel resorts located in Makadi bay and most of them are all inclusive.  This means, you can drink and eat without having to pay a shilling more.

Le Meridien Hotel - Makadi Bay

Paying homage to Le Meridien by mentioning it first is appropriate; after all with an area of 6400 square meters, they have the Middle East’s largest swimming pool. With a view of the azure waters, the Red Sea Mountains and even an access to 550 meters of pearly sand beaches, Le Meridien is in a genre of its own. Constructed over 250,000 square meters of land area, Le Meridien is right in the center of the Makadi Bay.

If you want to truly experience Makadi Bay living, then stay at Le Meridien, its 1044 rooms, which includes apartments and rooms, junior suites, and a presidential suite that are all handicap friendly, were built for comfort without undermining elegance. You also have a preference of either a view of the Red Sea or the desert sand dunes.  Mention which you prefer and it will be given.

A gaggle of activities is provided by the hotel to keep your family occupied. Water sports like diving, snorkeling, wind surfing, water skiing, sailing, kayaking, pedals, and glass bottom boats are all provided for. Other outdoor recreations like beach buggy safaris, desert safaris, horseback riding and indoor games like billiards, table tennis and other games are all catered by the Hotel. They have really taken to heart their motto of “more should definitely be more”.

The dining experiences in LeMeridian have never been surpassed so far. They have 14 restaurants that serve a diverse assortment of cuisines from around the world. This would include the Aladdin Restaurant, Aladdin Pergola, and the La Trattoria Restaurant. You can also include the Le Dauphin Bar, Prince Karim Restaurant, El Sayad Restaurant and the Docker's Pub along with the Caravan Bazaar, Blue Lagoon Bar, Safaga Restaurant, Aladdin Beach Restaurant and Sunset Bar.  It is even indicated that the Seagull Bar, Boiler Disco and Tea Lounge are found in the region.  Surely, even the most discriminate of eaters will find one of the restaurants mentioned above to his or her liking.

Iberotel on Makadi Bay

If you want a smaller scale hotel with a five star luxury experience then a good alternative is the Iberotel Makadi. In has about 313 double rooms, plus 4 junior suites, Iberotel Makadi is definitely child and family friendly. Staying in Iberotel will really give you direct access to the Red Sea and all of its wonders. Like most hotels in Makadi Bay, Iberotel is all inclusive, which portends that full buffet restaurant, thermatic buffets, 2 ala carte restaurants, tea; coffee, non alcoholic, local alcoholic drinks, ice cream, deserts, cake and pastries are all available with no extra charge.

They also have culinary offerings from restaurants such as El Sayadeia Restaurant (Mediterranean cuisine), Beduin Restaurant (traditional Egyptian food), Tarasina Restaurant (located at the pool, serving pasta, pizzas, and salads), Beach Restaurant (a fresh seafood restaurant), Zenzana Bar, Pool Bar, and Beach Bar.

It is a delight to inform you that admissions to the hard tennis courts, diving taster in the pool, aerobics, gymnastics, table tennis, darts, billiards, boccia, water aerobics, water gymnastics, kayaking, beach football, water polo and even snorkeling equipment are already included so there will be no additional charges.

Makadi Serena Spa

When it comes to health and wellness, Makadi Bay is keeping up with the demand. At Makadi Serena Spa, relaxation is inspired by Indian treatments and wellness traditions. It is located at the Makadi Star & Spa. Having Adam & Eve suites with private rooms for massages, herbal baths, saunas, Jacuzzi, hamam, facials, wraps, scrubs and Vichy plus 23 treatment rooms more is something that Makadi Star & Spa prides itself for.

Excursions and Attraction for Sun Pariahs

Staying at Makadi bay will help us Britons realize, that Egypt is a profusion of history and personality that is simply waiting to be discovered. The seemingly empty, deeply still, and ferociously barren desert holds within itself a treasure trove of natural beauty and historical sites. While staying in Makadi Bay, you can have your hotel arrange a trip to Giftun Island National Park, Monasteries of St, Paul and St. Anthony, Luxor, Mons Porphyrites, Mons Claudianus.

The Souq Makadi will provide you with the exotic and rare opportunities. This shopping area has everything from high quality clothes to perfume and jewelry. There are also a lot of shops, and a night club area is also located here.

Investing and Makadi Bay Living

One of the most beautiful and longest bay along the Red Sea Riviera, Makadi Bay is perfect for the ultimate luxury living and investment. Families looking to move into Egypt from Britain will feel safe and secure in Makadi Bay because the resort community is geared towards accommodating children.

Investing on Makadi Bay promises to give financial fruits that are beyond your imagination. Growth on property prices is at an all time high, so buying property on Makadi Bay while it hasn’t reached its peak is a well calculated move on the part of any investor.

As a whole, Makadi Bay is just a bus ride away from Hurghada. It has attractive deals for both budget and splurging travelers. With its European style of living and its action centered environment, Makadi Bay is fast becoming Egypt’s 2008 hotspot.