With the Easter holidays approaching, it is the perfect time to break the cycle of routine and take a short break whether in or out of the capital. Egypt Independent offers different gateways to enjoy the sun and spring breezes on the special occasion.
Ain Sokhna:
Enjoy the warm spring weather for two nights at the elegantly appointed Little Venice Resort in Ain Sokhna. The five-star hotel offers an Easter room package for LE830 per person in a double room, which includes a buffet breakfast and dinner and access to a pristine beach. One child under age 12 can stay in the room free of charge. Taxes and service charges are included in the price. Tel.: 16119 (Thomas Cook travel agency)
Alexandria:
Escape from the capital’s noise and traffic and take a short ride to Alexandria where you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the Mediterranean Sea at Sheraton Montazah Hotel. A sea view double room is available for LE1200 and single room for LE 1100. The rate includes open buffet breakfast and late checkout at 2 pm. Tel.: (03) 548-0550/548-1220
Hurghada:
Don't miss the Marriott Red Sea Resort’s special offer of three nights at this luxurious hotel for LE779 per person including buffet breakfast. The offer is available 12–16 April and includes service charges and taxes. Tel.: 16119 (Thomas Cook travel agency)
Sharm el-Sheikh:
Tropitel Naama Bay Resort is offering an Eastern special from 5–12 April of three nights in a standard room with breakfast and dinner, free access to Tropitel’s aqua park, and free wi-fi internet access. Accommodation at the five-star hotel costs LE811 per person for the stay. Tel.: 16119 (Thomas Cook travel agency)
Ras Sudr:
Misr Travel is organizing a one-day trip on 16 April to Ras Sudr and Hammamat Pharaoun (Pharaoh’s Baths), which is one of the splendid springs in the country. It is a quick, 2.5-hour getaway from Cairo. In addition to the spring and the landscape, enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool or sea at La Hacienda Resort. A swimming pool for ladies only is also available. The trip including lunch costs LE97 for adults and LE65 for kids age 6–12. Tel.: 2393-0010/2393-0077
Cairo :
Spend an unforgettable night at the luxurious Fairmont Heliopolis Hotel at an attractive rate of LE1230 for double room on 15 April and receive the following night free. The offer includes service charges, taxes and an extravagant Easter brunch on the pool deck on 16 April featuring live cooking stations, a raffle, kids' activities, a DJ and live band. Tel.: 2246-1949
Treat yourself and your family to a retreat at the Cairo Marriott Hotel and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the royal hotel’s gardens. Start your day with a mouth-watering Sham al-Nessim buffet at Omar’s Café. Your little ones can dance to the music of a DJ and be entertained by clowns. You have a variety of choices for lunch or dinner. Both the Garden Promenade and Roy’s Country Kitchen restaurants present rich and diverse cuisines. Tel.: 2728-3000
