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The Sun
4 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
TUI reintroduces flights to forgotten holiday destination that was huge with Brits in the Noughties
TUI is heading to sunny Sharm El Sheikh for the summer of 2026. Brits will be able to hop on flights to the Egyptian city offers beautiful beach resorts, high temperatures and year-round sunshine. 5 5 TUI has announced it's reintroducing direct flights from East Midlands Airport to Sharm El Sheikh next year. The first flight is scheduled for Thursday, 26 March 2026 and the service will operate twice-weekly on Mondays and Thursdays - flight time will be five and a half hours. TUI UK&I Commercial Director Chris Logan said: "Due to strong customer demand, we are thrilled to once again connect the East Midlands with the stunning Red Sea resort of Sharm El Sheikh. "With hundreds of amazing hotels to choose from and guaranteed sunshine, Sharm El Sheikh is the perfect destination for a summer holiday. "We have plenty of amazing all-inclusive deals with flexible flying options, and some of the best splash parks to entertain the kids'. During the summer months, temperatures in Sharm el Sheikh sit between 35 and 38C. Sharm el Sheikh is also a popular winter sun destination because its average temperature is 24C which is around 17C warmer than the UK for that time of year. It's not just flights, TUI also offers all-inclusive holiday packages to the resort. TUI offers a four-night holiday to Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt staying at the 4T+ Rixos Sharm El Sheikh. An all-inclusive basis starts from £1237 per person. A bucket-list river cruise through Egyptian waterways with TUI 5 5 TUI offers a seven-night holiday to Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt staying at the 5T TUI BLUE Sensatori Coral Sea. An all-inclusive basis here start from £1349 per person - which works out at £192.70 pp per night. Both are based on two adults sharing a room with flights leaving in summer 2026. Sharm el Sheikh in Egypt was once one of the most popular holiday destinations for Brits, particularly through the 1990s. It remained popular until 2015, when a terror attack on a Russian passenger plane killed all 224 onboard. Flights from the UK were stopped for four years, with TUI reintroducing holiday packages in 2019. This was following the UK Foreign Office issuing new guidance which said Sharm el-Sheikh was considered safe after the airport security was overhauled and updated. However, just a few months later Covid hit, meaning the holiday resort once again saw tourist levels drop. TUI reintroduced the route again in summer 2022, and summer 2023 due to the rise in popular demand. In recent years, Egypt has been named the 'best value for money' destination, according to the Post Office Travel Money analysis. On average, meals and drinks are significantly cheaper than in the UK. One Travel Writer stayed at the Egypt resort with the country's largest water park.
Daily Mail
7 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
TUI set to launch direct flights to bargain beach destination where it's sunny all year round
TUI has announced that it is set to relaunch direct flights from East Midlands Airport to a leading African beach destination. The carrier will offer flights to Sharm El Sheikh on Mondays and Thursdays from March 2026. The direct route to Egypt from the East Midlands was last offered in 2023 but will be brought back due to 'strong customer demand'. TUI's UK and Ireland commercial director Chris Logan, said: 'Due to strong customer demand, we are thrilled to once again connect the East Midlands with the stunning Red Sea resort of Sharm El Sheikh. 'With hundreds of amazing hotels to choose from and guaranteed sunshine, Sharm El Sheikh is the perfect destination for a summer holiday. 'We have plenty of amazing all-inclusive deals with flexible flying options, and some of the best splash parks to entertain the kids.' Sharm El Sheikh is one of Egypt's best-loved holiday destinations, famed for its expansive sandy beaches. With 35km of Red Sea shoreline, tourists are sure to find a favourite beach along the coast. The direct route to Egypt from the East Midlands was last offered in 2023 but will be brought back due to 'strong customer demand' It's also one of the world's leading destinations for scuba diving with more than 250 coral reefs to explore. Scuba divers will be in with a chance of spotting parrotfish, tuna, hammerhead sharks and dolphins. Away from the beach, tourists can head on a Sinai desert safari by jeep, quad bike or camel to explore some of the area's unique landscapes. It's also a haven for shopping with the Old Market the ideal place to pick up spices, perfume or clothes. After dark, Sharm El Sheikh has a busy nightlife scene with live music, clubs and cocktail bars. The Egyptian resort is a year-round destination with temperatures averaging 37 degrees in June and remaining at 22 degrees in January. It's considered an affordable destination with the price of a domestic beer just £2.23 while a meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs under £6 according to Numbeo. Due to its coastal location, seafood is particularly tasty in Sharm El Sheikh but the region also has a reputation for grilled meats. Steve Griffiths, the managing director of East Midlands Airport, said: 'We're always pleased to be able to offer our customers a greater choice of destinations, so we're delighted that TUI is resuming flights to Sharm El Sheikh which is growing in popularity. 'Customers can expect an effortless and enjoyable start to their trip in Egypt at East Midlands Airport.' The news comes as TUI also launched new flights from Southampton Airport to Palma in Majorca. The first of the company's flights took off on May 27 with the service set to operate through the summer until September.
The Sun
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Incredible continent-spanning ‘Moses bridge' linking Africa and Asia across Red Sea is ‘ready to be built'
A MINDBLOWING multibillion-dollar bridge connecting two continents across the Red Sea dubbed the "Moses bridge" is set to be built. The extraordinary bridge will link Saudi Arabia and Egypt across the sea that Moses is said to have parted over 3,200 years ago. 4 4 4 Ambitious plans for the incredible bridge were announced nearly a decade ago in 2016 by Saudi Arabia's King Salman. The mind-boggling megaproject is expected to cost an eye-watering $4billion - financed by the Arab Kingdom. Egyptian transport minister Kamel al-Wazir has now confirmed that the planning stage has now been completed. He said: "We have now completed the planning for the bridge between Egypt and Saudi Arabia and are ready to implement it at any time, whether a bridge or a tunnel." The minister added that the current solution for connecting the two countries was the Arab Bridge Maritime Co., which currently holds 13 vessels and transports cargo between the nations. The new build will make trading cargo much more efficient - and will compliment Saudi Arabia's megalomaniac NEOM project. The jaw-dropping bridge will connect Egypt's Sinai Peninsula with the Arab Kingdom, crossing the Straits of Tiran. Ras Hamid in Saudi Arabia will be linked to the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheik in Egypt. Egyptian president Abdel Fattah el-Sisi previously suggested naming the structure "King Salman bin Abdulaziz Bridge" in 2016. But it has been dubbed the "Moses Bridge" for its iconic location. It is hoped that the project will create thousands of jobs on each side of the sea. The bridge will also provide an alternative pilgrimage route, and is expected to hold over a million travellers per year. The idea for a Red Sea bridge linking the two countries has been proposed several times before but has always failed to become a reality. Floated ideas for the revolutionary structure date back to 1988. A slew of delays for the Saudi-Egypt bridge has also plagued its long-running history. The completed plans come as a separate bridge is also being planned over the Red Sea, spanning 20 miles and being headed by Osama Bin Laden's brother. The structure, dubbed the 'Bridge of the Horns', is expected to be a combination of causeway and suspension bridge with four piers. It also comes as Saudi Arabia continues to struggle with its groundbreaking $500billoin megacity project. The Middle Eastern nation's NEOM project - which would see a high-tech utopia built from scratch near the country's border with Jordan - has long been cursed. One former employee shared their story of working at the gigaproject with The Sun, shedding light on the atrocities taking place behind NEOM's doors.
Russia Today
28-05-2025
- Business
- Russia Today
Russia set to expand diplomatic presence in Africa
Russia is set to open a Consulate General in the Egyptian resort city of Sharm El-Sheikh, according to a decree signed by Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and published on Tuesday. The order instructs the Russian Foreign Ministry to determine the consulate's staffing size and to approve its operational structure. It will be the second Russian Consulate General in Egypt, along with the one located in another resort city, Hurghada, and the Russian Embassy in Cairo. In April, Niger confirmed it will host a Russian embassy for the first time in more than three decades. The announcement was made by Nigerien Foreign Minister Bakari Yaou Sangare, who affirmed the country's readiness to welcome a permanent Russian diplomatic mission. Earlier this year, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova confirmed that plans are underway to open embassies in several African nations, including Niger, Sierra Leone, and South Sudan. She stated that the necessary government directives had been signed in December and that formal openings were expected soon. 'Next in line are Niger and Sierra Leone, where we are resuming operations that were unfortunately discontinued in 1992 due to financial reasons,' Zakharova explained. In March, the Comoros also approved the establishment of a Russian embassy in its capital, Moroni. Last year, Zakharova announced plans to expand Russia's diplomatic presence in Africa, citing President Vladimir Putin's directive to increase Moscow's diplomatic presence on the continent. In December 2023, Russia reopened its embassy in Burkina Faso after more than 30 years of closure. That same year, a new embassy was launched in Equatorial Guinea. According to citing the Russian Foreign Ministry's press department, Moscow operates 43 diplomatic and consular missions across Africa.
The Sun
23-05-2025
- The Sun
Luxury Rixos Radamis hotel is the perfect romantic escape for our ‘earlymoon'
WITH our wedding less than a year and a half away, my fiancé Ryan and I decided to take a break from all the stressful planning and treat ourselves to a quick week in the sun. However, we didn't for one second imagine we'd be able to enjoy a luxurious, out-of-this-world holiday, not while saving for our honeymoon. 15 15 But when we saw the chance to stay at Rixos Radamis for a week — a five-star, all-inclusive hotel in Sharm El-Sheikh that looks more like a grand Egyptian palace than a resort — we jumped at it. Imagine everything your dream holiday could have, and then times it by a thousand, and you might just come close to what this incredible resort has to offer. In fact, calling it a 'resort' doesn't do it justice. It's more of a magnificent little island all on its own, tucked away inside the Nabq Bay area of this popular Red Sea destination. Once inside its hallowed walls, it was easy to forget the rest of the world actually existed. The second we arrived, we knew we were in for something special. From the outside, everything exuded luxury, and inside the massive lobby with its marble floors and gold chandeliers, we knew that we were where the other half holiday. Rixos has five hotels in Sharm El-Sheikh, but I would struggle to believe anyone who didn't agree that the Radamis tops them all. It's split into three large areas, first, there's Tirana, which is perfect for families with children, with its brightly coloured themed rooms. Then there's the Blue Planet section, which more caters to couples and adult groups. And finally, there is the brand new Beach area, which is where we stayed. In fact, it's so new, it was blissfully and peacefully quiet. But I doubt it will stay that way for long! Mystery new 'city' found underneath Egypt's Pyramids stretching 6,500ft BELOW surface in shock discovery, scientists say After a long day of travelling, we just wanted to get straight to our room, have a sleep and wake up ready for a week of bliss. Talking of which, the room was MASSIVE! It had a super comfy, king-size bed and a huge bathroom with a walk-in style shower and two large sinks, so no more fighting when getting ready at night. But it was the huge balcony that overlooked the beach and sea that stole my heart. 15 15 They weren't joking when they called it the 'beach' area — the golden sand and crystal blue waters really were the star of the show. Directly below us was the pool, and over to the left we could see the Red Sea stretch for miles. The next morning we woke up super excited to start our holiday proper. There was so much to explore in the resort with three pools, 15 restaurants, five bars and three lounges. And being all-inclusive, you needn't worry about any huge bills to shock you on checkout. Although it was impossible to sample everything in just seven days, we sure gave it our best shot! We both love our grub, so we headed to the People's restaurant on the beach to grab some lunch from the buffet and loved it so much we went back every single day! After satisfying our hunger, we had a quick tour of the place in a little buggy, which left our heads spinning. The place is huge. To give you an idea, to get from our room to the main Blue Planet area, we had to get a bus! But after lying at the pool all afternoon and changing quickly into our glam evening outfits, we found that the buses arrived every few minutes, and before we knew it, we were in the heart of the action. I've never been someone who is all that keen on hotel entertainment, but Rixos Radamis takes theirs to a whole new level! There's a massive stadium in the middle of the resort where we were treated to an incredible Madonna show, where talented dancers recreated the pop sensation's music videos as we sipped delicious cocktails well into the night. Music is a huge part of Rixos Radamis, and workers have actually just finished building a new second arena that fits 6,000 people right in time for superstar Enrique Iglesias, who performed on May 3. 15 15 15 15 And it will definitely be full when Jennifer Lopez comes to perform on July 4 — I told you this is where the rich and famous holiday. For most of the week, we enjoyed nights of dancing and drinking, before heading back to our room to enjoy some of the best sleeps we've ever had abroad. Days were spent either relaxing at the glorious pool or on the gorgeous beach, topping up our tan and sipping drinks. And whenever we weren't watching a show in the evening, we were in the hotel's lively and friendly Irish Bar where Ryan watched some football matches and I sipped even more delicious cocktails. But the one thing that was even more delicious than the drinks was the mouth-watering food. My, oh my, every single meal we had was absolutely divine. Every restaurant offers five-star service. We were particularly fond of our dinners at the Mexican restaurant Cactus and Rasam, which serves Indian cuisine. But the one that topped the lot was The Mangal, which offers a very special culinary experience. Here we feasted on incredible BBQ food served by our own private chef as we watched the sun set over the beach. Life just doesn't get any better. There are so many highlights from our time in Rixos Radamis that it's hard to list them all, but what I will say is make sure you book a Cabana with a jacuzzi for a special treat. We had one glorious day in one, where we were served cocktails by the amazing staff as we looked out at the sea from our jacuzzi under the scorching sunshine — absolute heaven. 15 15 And one standout memory just has to be our incredible gondola ride. That's right, there's a gondola that glides up a gorgeous river-like lagoon in the middle of the 'Beach' section, surrounded by hanging twinkling lights while you are serenaded with beautiful, soft harp music. It was one of the most romantic experiences of my life, and I'll carry that moment with me forever. Our holiday to Rixos Radamis was one of the best of our lives — it had everything we could dream of and more. If our honeymoon is half as special, spectacular and unforgettable, I will be over the moon. 15 15 15
