Located on the Eastern shores on the Land of the Pharaohs Ras Abou Soma is now a beacon for British and European holiday enthusiasts. The city of Hurghada is on the rise. That is why developments to the south of the city are fast abounding. These tourist centres are gargantuan cities all designed to personify luxury, and sybarite living.

Tourist centres are considered hot development schemes for large corporations. The concept of tourist centres come from the desire of Egyptian tourism authorities to create a plan that is organized and precise in order to have allocation for every single detail, as well as the potential need a tourist or investor may have. Hotels, universities, restaurants, shopping areas and entertainment; along with hospitals, flats, villas, city center, a marina, and markets are necessities for a functioning community that is made for the British, European, and well to do of Egypt.

The Birth of Soma Bay

Celebrated for its extra ordinary diving sites, turquoise waters, breathtaking coral reefs, as well as white sandy beaches, sailing, wind surfing, and deep sea finishing, Ras Abou Soma is the perfect candidate for such a monumental development undertaking.  To carry out their vision, Egypt’s Ministry of tourism enlisted Abu Soma Development to set up and execute a development plan for Ras Abou Soma.

Conveniently located 48 minutes south of Hurghada on the eastern shores of the Red Sea Riviera of Egypt, Ras Abou soma is the perfect choice for a gated tourism complex. It is a peninsula that is enclosed by water from all sides and can only be reached via a 7km stretch of private road, whose only entry point is a controlled gate. In its inception Ras Abou Soma was introduced to the world as Soma Bay.

A Haven For Tranquility

Tired of traffic jams and dreadfully damp weather? Meetings -Work and stress driving you absolutely mad? Well perhaps a holiday is just what you need. A realm of transcendent tranquility is what you’ll get once you enter the gates of Soma Bay. For your lodging, you will have three resort hotels to choose from.  Expect two more opening this coming spring.

The Sheraton Soma Bay Resort

To gain access to the red sea’s most pristine beaches, you have to go to Sheraton Soma Bay Resort. Like every Sheraton franchise in the world, This resort hotel located in Soma Bay boasts of its five star accommodation and unparalleled service. Structurally, Sheraton Soma Bay was architecturally designed to embody pharaonic architecture. Buildings where built in the shape of a sphinx and pyramids.

Flanked by sandy beaches and a panoramic view, the Sheraton Soma Bay Resort’s site encompasses about 700 meters.  The most striking part is the Resort's magnificent central swimming pool. They have 275 Guest Rooms, 21 Executive Suites, 12 Beachfront apartments, and 2 royal suites. The entire resort has 3 major restaurants, a chic modern bar, a beach bar, and another bar in their pool, plus a disco.

The Robinson Club

Upon entering its gates you will immediately notice that the Robinson club displays the German, Swiss and Austrian flag. This is because they are actually a branch of a reputable German club; therefore they primarily cater to the German speaking community.

Its greatest attraction is their varied and numerous sports activities. Their sports centered recreations include aerobics, Pilates, stretching, tennis and archery; along with sailing, windsurfing and diving.  They also have a gym as well. You will see a lot of younger people frolicking on the beach, renting catamarans and surf boards for a water adventure. A full blown get away village, Robinson club offers progressive entertainment throughout the day, 24/7. They set themselves apart by having arabesque structures and offering extensive activity programs.

La Residence Des Cascades

Situated on the highest point of the Soma Bay peninsula Soma Bay, La Résidence des Cascades exemplifies luxury with understated elegance which makes it endearingly unpretentious. It is designed so that every where you look you will be assaulted with a view that is simply awe-inspiring.

To give their guests a warm and cozy atmosphere, the hotel is furnished with earthy tones of browns and beiges. There were no huge columns or atrociously loud chandeliers which decorate most five star hotels.  La Résidence des Cascades was definitely designed with their guests’ harmony in spirit and abolishing of distress in mind.

A Golfers Dream

Ranked as one of the world’s top five golf courses “The Cascades” is truly one of a kind. It is the community’s social and sporting hub. Unforgettable views, of the azure waters of the red sea, the rugged desert and superbly maintained fairways is what this 72 par, 18 holes, Gary Player designed golf course is boasting of.

Taunted as the next Pebble Beach, The Cascades is the first golf course that has been opened for playing in the Western Red Sea Peninsula. If you’re not up to playing in a championship golf course then you can try a game at the 9-hole Par 3 challenge course also designed by Gary Player.

The Cascades Clubhouse is located within the grounds of La Résidence des Cascades. They have a wonderful staff that caters to their guest’s every whim.  This is along with their complete facilities.

A Serenity Refuge

For an indulgence of one’s senses and for fostering well being then the best place to go would be to the Les Thermes Marins des Cascades.  It has been widely circulated that Thalasso-therapy leant Cleopatra her stunning beauty and allure. Rich in vitamins, mineral salts, amino acid, and trace elements, the Red Sea waters and seaweed is believed to posses curative elements. With its purest sea waters and world renowned coral reefs, this makes Soma Bay the ideal setting for a sea water spa. Meaning,

Thalasso spa makes use of the sea and everything that goes with it, which is either for preventive or curative purposes. For improved vitality and well being, the Thalasso-spa is focused for improving blood circulation, relief of minor back and neck pains, slimming, beauty and relaxation. 

Living in Soma Bay

A Soma Bay retreat makes you fall in love with Egypt and Soma Bay living. It is not that hard to really imagine and not that impossible to achieve with the Soma Bay Residences.  You may have a choice of the Marina Apartments, Reef Villas, Bay Villas, Golf Villas and Apartments.  They also have an upcoming Soma Breeze Hotel Residences. 

Potential Source of Income

With tourism in Egypt at an all time high, as well as the British and European Public recognizing Soma Bay’s potential, investing on these residences and having them rented out for the summer or when you’re not making use of your villa or flat is a savvy financial possibility.