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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

Finally booked our holiday, but now having second thoughts lol!

But it's too late as its all booked and payed for

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

Where you going

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We'll go in ya place then

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Lucky you, I can't afford one. So go enjoy it for me please

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By (user no longer on site)
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over a year ago

Why are you having second thoughts?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Why and where?

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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

"Why are you having second thoughts? "

Booked for sharks bay Egypt... I'm a bit of a worrier lately lol.

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

Come on, you can't tell us half a story

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By *olgateMan
over a year ago

on the road to nowhere in particular

Are you going diving?

Why is it called sharks bay?

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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

Booked for Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh, Sharks Bay, As Luke likes to go scuba diving and snorkelling, I just want to laze around and do nothing.. I know it will be safe but just can't help that silly niggly feeling.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Blimey this is hard work!

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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Is it definitely non-refundable?

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By *olgateMan
over a year ago

on the road to nowhere in particular

Should be lovely this year as the Russians are in short supply

C...

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"Booked for Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh, Sharks Bay, As Luke likes to go scuba diving and snorkelling, I just want to laze around and do nothing.. I know it will be safe but just can't help that silly niggly feeling. "

You'll be fine.

I've been to Egypt plenty of times. Just after the German tourists were killed north of Luxor, when the rioting was going on in Cairo and for most of the years the convoy system was in place between the red sea and Luxor.

Sharm is fantastic for diving/snorkelling - and lounging in the sun!

You'll have a great time.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
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over a year ago

Everyone will be on high alert after what's happened this summer,it'll be safer than ever

Now......about the sharks

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've been many times, for the diving, and you'll love it - that's a personal guarantee

you'll be safe, secure and relaxed

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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

Just ignore me! I'm just being a daft bat!

Now to start with the holiday clothes shopping, you wouldn't believe it but Luke is a clothes whore

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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"Just ignore me! I'm just being a daft bat!

Now to start with the holiday clothes shopping, you wouldn't believe it but Luke is a clothes whore

I believe you. He wears it well.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I went a few weeks ago Lucy it was fine

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Why are you having second thoughts?

Booked for sharks bay Egypt... I'm a bit of a worrier lately lol. "

I went there last year x

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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

"Why are you having second thoughts?

Booked for sharks bay Egypt... I'm a bit of a worrier lately lol.

I went there last year x"

Did you have a nice time?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Lucky you, I can't afford one. So go enjoy it for me please

same here - got a son living in germany and cant afford to renew the blessed passport even

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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

"Lucky you, I can't afford one. So go enjoy it for me please

It's not luck, it's hard work and a strict saving routine that's allowed us to go on holiday! We both work very hard for it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Why are you having second thoughts?

Booked for sharks bay Egypt... I'm a bit of a worrier lately lol.

I went there last year x

Did you have a nice time? "

Yes it was lovely, I stayed in a hotel at Soho Square x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Why are you having second thoughts?

Booked for sharks bay Egypt... I'm a bit of a worrier lately lol.

I went there last year x

Did you have a nice time?

Yes it was lovely, I stayed in a hotel at Soho Square x "

Did you go in the Ice bar at Soho Red?

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By *olden_Road_to_SamarkandMan
over a year ago

cambridge

LOL...we all feel like that after booking. If you get bored/ fancy a change book a 3-day trip to Sinai and go the Dahab - there's fabulous diving to be had there and a great Movenpick hotel to stay at that's relatively inexpensive....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Why are you having second thoughts?

Booked for sharks bay Egypt... I'm a bit of a worrier lately lol.

I went there last year x

Did you have a nice time?

Yes it was lovely, I stayed in a hotel at Soho Square x

Did you go in the Ice bar at Soho Red?"

I didn't think much of the ice bar for what it cost.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I went a few weeks ago Lucy it was fine

Same, it's safe as houses over there

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Take US dollars for tipping rather than Egyptian pounds. They prefer them and it's not easy to get small LE notes.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Why are you having second thoughts?

Booked for sharks bay Egypt... I'm a bit of a worrier lately lol.

I went there last year x

Did you have a nice time?

Yes it was lovely, I stayed in a hotel at Soho Square x

Did you go in the Ice bar at Soho Red?

I didn't think much of the ice bar for what it cost. "

Yes it is expensive. We had an entry pass though

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"Take US dollars for tipping rather than Egyptian pounds. They prefer them and it's not easy to get small LE notes. "

Hotel bar staff (especially the ones at the pool!) don't change much - I used to slip them a decent tip on day one. Speedy, great service generally follows and you can then forget about tipping every time until the last day if you choose.

You can also use pound coins instead of dollars. Saves taking three currencies then.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Take US dollars for tipping rather than Egyptian pounds. They prefer them and it's not easy to get small LE notes.

You can also use pound coins instead of dollars. Saves taking three currencies then.

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I know. Then they come and see you before you go with a bag full of quids, asking if you'll change it for notes

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"Take US dollars for tipping rather than Egyptian pounds. They prefer them and it's not easy to get small LE notes.

You can also use pound coins instead of dollars. Saves taking three currencies then.

I know. Then they come and see you before you go with a bag full of quids, asking if you'll change it for notes

Yep! And it's funny to see those that do.

Because as we all know - coins are far lighter than notes and will significantly reduce the weight in your pockets/luggage!

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By *iamondjoeMan
over a year ago

Glastonbury

Sharm El Sheikh is *very* safe - you won't have any trouble there. It's surrounded by a ring of soldiers and steel.

In fact, as 'risky' as the rest of the country is, I was speaking to a retired vicar Anglican & his wife who traveled around Egypt for 2mnths without any problems.

Just don't go to the Sinai

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Take US dollars for tipping rather than Egyptian pounds. They prefer them and it's not easy to get small LE notes. "

I'm doing this next time

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By *nvictusMan
over a year ago

Beeston

I'm off monster hunting in the Derbyshite Dales this year with my trusty companion.

I'm hoping to bag a cave troll and maybe a werewolf or two. Should a spiffing laugh!

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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

Yes, don't let the street traders encourage you into their shops.

Shout loudly and sternly - OI STREET TRADER...... Nooooooo

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

Yes, don't let the street traders encourage you into their shops.

Shout loudly and sternly - OI STREET TRADER...... Nooooooo

Even so much as stopping in the street and you're hustled in to their shop

And never accept their tea

Once inside you're under the spell of masters of hard sell

And always haggle

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

Yes, don't let the street traders encourage you into their shops.

Shout loudly and sternly - OI STREET TRADER...... Nooooooo

And never accept their tea

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

Yes, don't let the street traders encourage you into their shops.

Shout loudly and sternly - OI STREET TRADER...... Nooooooo

And never accept their tea

Mint tea =

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

Yes, don't let the street traders encourage you into their shops.

Shout loudly and sternly - OI STREET TRADER...... Nooooooo

And never accept their tea

Mint tea =

Hahaha yes

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Why are you having second thoughts?

Booked for sharks bay Egypt... I'm a bit of a worrier lately lol.

I went there last year x

Did you have a nice time?

Yes it was lovely, I stayed in a hotel at Soho Square x

Did you go in the Ice bar at Soho Red?"

No, I wasn't sure if kids were allowed, I wasn't too bothered about going in there anyway because it was bloody cold! My hotel took the kids ice skating to cool them down during the day

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

Definitely do diving or snorkeling! It's beautiful x

Oh and take handgel x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

Definitely do diving or snorkeling! It's beautiful x

Oh and take handgel x"

Yea the loo roll is rubbish

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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

I can't swim so will be looking at the pretty fishes from the jetty, why shouldn't we accept mint tea?

And hand gel is on our list lol

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"Thanks everyone! So USA dollars for tipping, good advice... Any other advice?

Looking forward to it now!

Buy a cheap underwater digital camera from the bay of E/Amazon for snorkelling - preferably one that takes videos too.

You'll get some great shots, you can pick one up for about £30 and it's a much better idea than one of those shit disposables they'll try and flog you - and no disappointment when you get back, have the film developed and they're all blurry/fuzzy.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I can't swim so will be looking at the pretty fishes from the jetty, why shouldn't we accept mint tea?

And hand gel is on our list lol

You should still be able to see loads from the jetty. I got in the water at the end of the jetty with a snorkel and mask on, looked down it was beautiful, could see down at least 50-60ft x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I can't swim so will be looking at the pretty fishes from the jetty, why shouldn't we accept mint tea?

And hand gel is on our list lol

That's how they lure you in. Saying it's disrespectful to refuse their hospitality. Then when you accept it, they go in for the hard sell.

Mind you I'm not complaining, I've grown rather fond of my 5 camels.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I can't swim so will be looking at the pretty fishes from the jetty, why shouldn't we accept mint tea?

And hand gel is on our list lol

That's how they lure you in. Saying it's disrespectful to refuse their hospitality. Then when you accept it, they go in for the hard sell.

Mind you I'm not complaining, I've grown rather fond of my 5 camels. "

Don't they stink

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I can't swim so will be looking at the pretty fishes from the jetty, why shouldn't we accept mint tea?

And hand gel is on our list lol

That's how they lure you in. Saying it's disrespectful to refuse their hospitality. Then when you accept it, they go in for the hard sell.

Mind you I'm not complaining, I've grown rather fond of my 5 camels.

Don't they stink

Yes but I also got a bottle of smelly likey aftershave thrown in.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I can't swim so will be looking at the pretty fishes from the jetty, why shouldn't we accept mint tea?

And hand gel is on our list lol

That's how they lure you in. Saying it's disrespectful to refuse their hospitality. Then when you accept it, they go in for the hard sell.

Mind you I'm not complaining, I've grown rather fond of my 5 camels.

Don't they stink

Yes but I also got a bottle of smelly likey aftershave thrown in. "

Tease is a lucky lady

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

"I can't swim so will be looking at the pretty fishes from the jetty, why shouldn't we accept mint tea?

And hand gel is on our list lol

That's how they lure you in. Saying it's disrespectful to refuse their hospitality. Then when you accept it, they go in for the hard sell.

Mind you I'm not complaining, I've grown rather fond of my 5 camels.

Don't they stink

Yes but I also got a bottle of smelly likey aftershave thrown in.

Tease is a lucky lady

I thought he'd swapped her for the camels?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I can't swim so will be looking at the pretty fishes from the jetty, why shouldn't we accept mint tea?

And hand gel is on our list lol

That's how they lure you in. Saying it's disrespectful to refuse their hospitality. Then when you accept it, they go in for the hard sell.

Mind you I'm not complaining, I've grown rather fond of my 5 camels.

Don't they stink

Yes but I also got a bottle of smelly likey aftershave thrown in.

Tease is a lucky lady

I thought he'd swapped her for the camels?

She's worth more than 5!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Tease is a lucky lady

I thought he'd swapped her for the camels?

Obi that is shocking

she is worth at least 8

Plus - camels can't cook

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By *bi HaiveMan
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over a year ago

Cheeseville, Somerset

Tease is a lucky lady

I thought he'd swapped her for the camels?

Obi that is shocking

she is worth at least 8

Plus - camels can't cook

Call yourself a haggler!

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By *ex_OnTheBeach OP Couple
over a year ago

kent ( by the seaside )

Someone mentioned an underwater camera? Luke found a bargain one on bayofe and it does videos as well, so that's sorted

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