Taba - relaxing in style
Taba is the perfect gateway for a relaxing holiday in a spectacular scenery. 
Located on the eastern side of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt , Taba marks the location of the northern border crossing between Egypt and Israel . The town itself is a little settlement with a shopping area and a central bus station. Along the coastal road south to Nuweiba several large hotels invite for relaxation and adventure in the most stunning scenery. On the border lies the famous Taba Hilton and the Nelson Village followed by the Moevenpick. Only 2 kilometers south is Sinai's only Boutique hotel Tobya.
The picturesque Faraon Island, a crusader castle seized by Saladin is only a stone throw away.
Taba Heights is a must see. The self-sustained village resort features deluxe hotels among them Intercontinental, Marriott, Hyatt and Sofitel and the 3 star hotel 3 Corners, a market with shops, bazaars and restaurants as well as a residential area. Taba Heights has a first aid clinic 
and an international Marina . The newly opened Golf course is settled in a desert panorama overlooking the Gulf of Aqaba .
Taba is also a significant diving area where many people enjoy to dive. All kind of watersports are available from banana boat to parasailing. Daily dive and snorkel trips by boat are available.
Daily day tours to Petra in Jordan by boat or day tours to Jerusalem via the Taba border crossing and of course to Cairo make Taba a perfect 3 country experience. Other recreational features are tours to St. Catherine or for the more adventurous a safari type excursion into the desert by jeep or camel for a Bedouin Dinner.
published September 30, 2007
Source: Angela
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