A touch of luxury with Sharm el Sheikh holidays and breaks in Ibiza

Ibiza has been a favourite destination with clubbers for many years now but for people that are looking for a more sophisticated type of holiday it has plenty to offer them too. There are a number of 5 star hotels on the island as well as private villas with heated swimming pools and tennis courts that can be rented for a week or two. On the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt is a resort that also has several good nightclubs and numerous bars making it an attractive place for the younger generation. Scuba divers are fond of visiting this place as well owing to the coral reefs and many different species of tropical marine fish that can be found in the neighbouring Red Sea. The waters around Ibiza which is in the Mediterranean sea, are perfect for sailing and other water sports although there is less for an experienced scuba diver to see there in the way of wildlife.

Jet skis can be hired by the hour or a luxury yacht can be chartered by the day and used to explore the coast of this and nearby islands. There is also a marina at Sharm in Egypt which is home to many private yachts. Golfing enthusiasts will enjoy playing the top quality courses in the area and their partners can hit the local shops or enjoy lunch with friends at one of the internationally acclaimed restaurants to be found in the area. There is an international airport close by so weekend Sharm el Sheikh holidays are quite practical for those with only a short amount of time on their hands. Ibiza is even nearer of course and also has an airport, that can be reached from the UK in under 2 hours on flights departing from Heathrow.

All the major travel agents offer holidays to the Balearics although it is possible to find cheaper deals by booking direct with tour operators as it is with trips to Sharm as well. Visitors to Egypt from the United Kingdom need a visa to enter the country but this can be obtained on arrival so is not a problem. Direct flights take a little over 5 hours and depart from Gatwick in the South East. It is easier to arrange accommodation beforehand as hotels can get fully booked quite quickly, especially at peak times. Although Ibiza is also very popular during traditional holiday periods, the sheer number of hotels and apartments on the island mean that it is probably possible to find something on arrival for people that decide to go away at the last minute. Having said that it is still advisable to book a package deal to be sure of somewhere to stay. The weather in Sharm, Egypt is warm all year round so it is ideal for winter as well as summer breaks. People who are not fond of very hot weather may prefer to visit outside July and August when temperatures can reach 40 degrees Celsius on a regular basis.