Where to go for New Year: Egypt
Most countries celebrate New Year's Day 1January, and he is considered among people one of the most significant annual events. For Russians and Russian residents living abroad, this holiday is primarily associated with the fir-tree, frosts, snow and mandarins. But how, for example, celebrate the New Year in Egypt? In this hot Arab country this day is not at all festive.
The Egyptians have New Year days beginning at the endAugust by the old style and September 11 by a new one. History says that in these days Christians were killed in Egypt. Speaking of the first of January, this day is a day off and is officially considered the beginning of the new year. Many Egyptians have remained faithful to the ancient traditions of celebrating the holiday in late summer or early autumn, so they usually do not recognize the official international.
But this does not interfere with foreign touristscelebrate the New Year in Egypt to the fullest! Moreover, "tourist Egypt" recognizes in full the celebration of the beloved holiday, together with the Catholic Christmas, which, it can be said, even overshadows New Year's festivities.
All supermarkets, hotels and hotels already withthe middle of December are decorated with beautiful garlands and illumination. Decorated and artificial coniferous trees: spruce, thuja. You can see Santa Claus and Santa Claus everywhere. A special glamor is that next to the Santa dressed in a fur coat people can be standing in swimming trunks and bathing suits - and these people are likely to be you!
Where to rest in Egypt for the New Year?
The best hotels and restaurants, night clubs andentertainment facilities are waiting for you at the resorts of the Red Sea in the New Year! Various animation programs, day and night discos, water rides, scuba diving and much more - in a word, you will not be bored. At the end of December and January is very warm, so there is every chance to return home tanned.
On the other hand, the warm, mild climate of EgyptAllow you to travel around the country with sightseeing. Typically, tour operators offer combined trips, including rest on the Red Sea and a program with an excursion. The best Egyptian resorts for the New Year and Christmas holidays: Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Makadi Bay and Taba. In four- and five-star hotels you will feel comfortable.
Cruises on the Nile
Winter is very attractive cruises along the main riverEgypt - the Nile. Along both banks of this river are various ancient monuments and sights. The cruise takes place on a roomy and comfortable boat, which is much better than riding a bus. Swim in the Nile can be any day, including December 31 or January 1 - just imagine: to celebrate the New Year on the road, and even in a hot country!
New Year and Christmas in Egypt
Despite the fact that the Egyptians do not celebrateChristian holidays, the country has monuments related to the Christian culture, churches and temples, most of which are Orthodox, which is very nice for a Russian person. For the faithful, a trip to Egypt is a wonderful pilgrimage trip.
How best to book hotels in Egypt for New Year's Eve
Usually before the winter holiday tour operatorsare full of their offers for the sale of burning tours. However, it is worth considering that places in the best hotels are booked in the fall: in September and October. Air tickets also need to be pre-purchased - 3-4 months before the trip they will cost much less than before the departure. In New Year's days in Egypt there are a lot of tourists from Russia and CIS countries, which means that you can always find a company and meet the New Year, which is called "our way".
Author: Katerina Sergeenko
