August 2008
Was a bit scepical about going after reading very mixed reviews. We travelled with our 2 nine year old daughters. On first impressions we were impressed. Upon arrival, we received with a welcome drink and our cases were swiftly taken to our room. Our room had 2 double bedrooms, very nice villa type accommodation. Clean and bright and very good air conditioning. It was cleaned everyday and supplied with clean sheets and towels.
Pool facilities are great however, the only snag was that the larger pool did need some cleaning as it was rather cloudy. This did get put right in our first week.
Although the food is very "samey" it was well prepared and the waiters are exceptional (especially Reda!) Despite what you hear, you can have ice in your drinks (made with their mineral water) and eat their prepared salad. Most people who get ill in Egypt over indulge on sun and alcohol. We ate and drank everything. However, the first rule of thumb is do not clean your teeth using their tap water!
All staff and other residents are very friendly and we have made some very good friends. Your holiday is what you make it. Would we go back? Absolutely. The Egyptians are brilliant - so go enjoy yourselves like we did and use a very strong factor!









