Hey All,
Well nipped off to Sharm Al Sheikh for Eid. Pretty cool place, but a little too touristy for my liking.
The diving is excellent, loads to see.
Took a little trip to the St Catherine monastery which is on Mount Sinai. Around 25 Greek Orthodox Monks live there, one has been there 15 years. They have a slightly maccabre ceremony everyday where they bring out the head and hand of St Catherine, who was persecuted and killed for her Christianity.
Interesting to note that the Monks allowed a mosque to be built inside the monastery walls next to the church so that people of all faiths are welcome to worship there. The place has so much history and relevance in Biblical terms, housing the alleged burning bush and situated under Mount Sinai where Mosses received the ten commandments from God.
Amazing scenery and well worth going on some of the tours.
Naama Bay is pretty cool, went to check out Pacha, man what a club!!!! They're projecting to have one in Dubai, I'm telling you now if it comes they'll clean up.
Had a good time, although the place seemed to have been invaded by Russians seeking longer days and a bit of sunshine.