For holidaymakers looking to take a break somewhere peaceful where they can soak in the natural beauty, recline on white sands or explore amazing terrain, no other destination surpasses Taba in Egypt. On the coast, Taba has become one of the country’s premier holiday destinations because of its picturesque bays, amazing dive spots and first-class accommodation.
Having realized the potential of Taba a long time ago, InterContinental Hotels Group, the world’s most global hotel company, announced the opening of the stunning 172-room Holiday Inn Taba Resort last year. Situated 40km south of Taba on the Egyptian Riviera coast, the resort is located on the Gulf of Aqaba between Egypt and Jordan. With rooms offering magnificent sea views, guests can relax in the knowledge that they will also have at hand direct dial telephones, satellite TV, individual safe box, A/C and a mini-bar. On request, specially designed rooms can be provided for people with disabilities, and people travelling with their families can also enjoy adjoining rooms.
“Of course, no resort would be complete without the best sports and leisure facilities,” said Yehia Kamal, General Manager of Holiday Inn Taba Resort. “If guests want to enjoy the natural surrounds of the area all they have to do is step into our lush grounds and enjoy our open air heated swimming pool, children’s swimming pool, diving and water sports centre, tennis courts or health club.”
In close proximity to some of Egypt’s most amazing natural wonders, the hotel is particularly popular with guests who enjoy mixing an element of exploring with relaxing. “Our guests are always impressed with our location and its short travelling distance to amazing places such as the Taba Protected Area, Mount Sinai, the amazing Blue Desert and some of the Middle East’s top dive spots,” said Kamal.
The Holiday Inn Taba Resort recommends while in the area to visit the following:
Amazing Dive Spots – Rating as some of the top dive sites in Taba are Pharaoh's Island with its fish rich coral slope, the Fjord with its vast colourful coral patches and teeny glassfish, and Marsa el Muqabila with its large barracuda and batfish schools. Taba offers interesting diving, including all levels of scuba diving certification.
Mount Sinai – Of great religious importance to both Christians and Muslims, this is the place according to the Old Testament where Moses received the Ten Commandments. Attracting thousands of pilgrims from around the world, the summit can be reached by climbing 4,000 steps.
Blue Desert – Not only are the four miles of blue painted rocks breathtaking but so is the natural wadi. Ideal for climbing or walking, the Blue Desert has massive granite sculptures and golden boulders on the desert floor, topped off with pink flowers sprinkled across the plains.
Taba Protected Area – This 2,800 square kilometre patch offers the best when it comes Sinai’s most stunning natural spots including wadis and canyons. Within the park thrive gazelle, Nubian ibex and hyrax, as well as large birds like bustards and the Egyptian vulture.
From May 1 to July 15, the Holiday Inn Taba Resort is offering a special deal to enjoy the real Sinai with sea-facing double rooms being offered for USD$30 per person per night based on a minimum three night stay. Including buffet breakfast and dinner, welcome drink on arrival, early check in and late check out, the special summer deal is one of the hottest on offer this year. For reservations contact the Holiday Inn Taba Resort on +069 356 0000 or email info@holidayinntaba.com.
