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But there is a difference between it and other tourist destinations. It provides much more than the "three S's" (sun, sand and sea) and good hotel management. It is a place that offers services such as schools, nurseries and a hospital as well as various career opportunities. In short, it is a very active community with all the advantages of a seaside resort.
In El-Gouna you are not confined within the boundaries of a hotel, where all you do is eat in the hotel restaurants, be entertained by whatever is featured that night and shop only in the hotel gift shop.
Here, you can jump on a bus that operates between 9am and 1am, or a shuttle boat that runs from 9am to 4pm and tour around the fourteen hotels of El-Gouna, and do whatever you want to do. And if you want to escape from hotels altogether, you are at liberty to go to the town area where there are shops, restaurants, a supermarket, greengrocer, post office........... in fact all that you would expect to find in any true community.
Built on clusters of islands surrounded by turquoise lagoons, El-Gouna seems to have something for everyone; secluded beaches, desert safaris, the world's best diving spots as well as in-house entertainment and a great night life.
According to El-Gouna's founders, the project began with a romantic vision: friends, boats and a passion for the sea. What started out as a dream evolved into a fully comprehensive resort with luxurious villas, internationally-renowned hotel chains, a wide range of restaurants and a vibrant bustling village.
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El Gouna's nightlife is pulsing with authenticity, diversity, sophistication and excitement. From international guest DJs, to concerts, trendy bars, cozy pubs and even oriental shows, El Gouna has dozens of nightspots offering a variety of atmospheres and entertainment. Enjoy all the night has to offer with a beautiful international crowd. |
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Tambel Irish Pub
The coldest beer, the warmest mezzahs and the hottest music, Tambel Irish Pub features great drinks and games selection. Try our famous Irish Whisky or Irish Cream, cool Guinness, Kilkenny beer, darts, Irish Dominoes, dice and cards. Enjoy our live guitarist and vodka party every Tuesday or just have a chat with Arthur, our resident speaking parrot.
Aladin Casino
The magic of high stakes entertainment. Aladin Casino is open from 5 pm to late every night and features slot-machines and live table games including: Chemin de fer, Punto Banco, Black Jack, American and European Roulette and Multi Jackpot poker machines. American cocktail bar, Italian lounge, late night snack menu and satellite TV complete the gaming picture! Complimentary shuttle bus service & limousine to and from your hotel or villa.
Palladium
The Palladium is a trendy open-air discotheque equipped with the newest gadgets in sound, light and laser technology. The breathtaking architecture underwent rejuvenation after months of intense rebuilding and turned into a splendorous, brand new place, becoming the place to be. A visit to Palladium Disco offers much more than a single nightlife adventure - you will be amazed by a new club experience. Dance all night away with the latest international tracks & get a taste of rhythmic Arabic tunes, while sipping on a trendy cocktail or enjoying a cool beer.
Night Spots in Abu Tig Marina
BarTen
For a great night out in El Gouna's latest creation and Egypt's smallest bar if you want a modern funky location, a cold beer or a cocktail and a young and exciting atmosphere then Barten is the place to be!
Smugglers
English pub with lively atmosphere and excellent music.
Studio 52
The live entertainment venue of the Marina. The upbeat atmosphere and colorful interior, snack menu and full bar make Studio 52 a great place to take it all in.
El Gouna Oasis
An enchanted Arabic evening. Just 10 minutes away from town, El Gouna Oasis is the home of Hag Ahmed, sheikh of the Ababda tribe of the Bedouin community. The Oasis features a natural grove of date palms, a water well, thatched roofed huts, Bedouin tents, a pigeon pot, and a garden producing tomatoes, citrus fruits and melons. Camel riding is possible, and refreshment such as tea, coffee and shisha are offered in the coolness of the tent. Every Wednesday and Friday, the OASIS NIGHT starts at 7 pm and features an authentic Egyptian dinner followed by traditional Bedouin music and dancing. For reservations, please contact Guest Relations' at your hotel or the El Gouna Information Center
Visit any of the resorts on the Egyptian Red Sea coastline and for sure you'll be invited to an Oriental evening. As you indulge in fine Egyptian food, sip sweet honeyed tea, or puff a Shisha with the apple smelling smoke curling around you, creating a mystical veil, you will be transported into the magical world of the orient with your own court of whirling dervishes and belly dancers. The whirling Dervishes trace their origin to the 13th century Ottoman Empire. They are also known as the Mevlevi Order and are Sufi, a spiritual offshoot of Islam. Today entertainers, not true Sufi perform most of the shows. Nevertheless, the performances are amazing and the concentration and training required to be able to spin for hours on end is immense.