Tucking into the tasty ta’mia with a magical marina as the backdrop must be one of the nicest ways to enjoy an exotic Egyptian breakfast.
And having an eager maître d proud to show off his country’s cuisine and imploring you to try more, sums up the impeccable hospitality of the country’s ultimate luxury destination by the sea, Marassi.
Boasting 11 hotels and resorts to choose from, catering for everyone’s needs and finances, this corner of the North coast in the Sidi Abdel Rahman Bay is simply stunning.
It’s the perfect respite after a visit to nonstop Cairo, the country’s crazy capital, and with 6.5 km of white sandy beach and turquoise waters, it’s a great place to recharge the batteries.
The magnificent buffet breakfasts themselves are worth a visit. The Vida Marina Resort is a popular choice because it’s set in the heart of all the action but a calm aura encouraging rest and relaxation to prepare for lots of fun.
With 103 rooms and suites and 122 serviced apartments, the resort is surrounded by a marina full of yachts, a stone’s throw from the beach and all next to a plethora of shops, food spots and a lively night club scene.
Rooms have been designed to create a Mediterranean oasis with open airy aesthetics, huge comfortable beds, a complimentary mini bar, air conditioning, well stocked bathroom and a balcony for people watching.
The outdoor infinity pool, with a section just for the kids is a delight and the wellness spa and fitness centre are close by.
Dining is covered by four options from international cuisine, ranging from Thai beef salad to seafood tacos and mushroom linguine served in the SoCal restaurant, to Origins for delights such as grilled seabass fillet and chicken shawarma. Blé is a 24-hour, Parisian-inspired café and pastry lounge and offers snacks by the pool.
The hotel is decorated to show off its marina style. Think cool colours, light furniture and spacious lounges. Guests can take advantage of the free golf buggy service to explore the 1,455 acre community, which is designed to foster community spirit through its mix of shops, parks, restaurants and sporting and recreational areas. As well as apartments, holiday villas are available, complete with all the luxuries needed for a relaxing break.
But its highlight is the vast outdoor marina balcony from sunrise, tucking into the vast Egyptian breakfast buffet, to sunset when a cool cocktail or two is just the tonic for a fabulous holiday in paradise!
The Details
Vida Marina Resort Marassi, Sidi Abd El Rahman, Kilo 129, Matrouh Road, Egypt.
Tel: +202 2160 0182
Website: www.vidahotels.com
Email: InfoAtMarassiMarina@vidahotels.com
Driving from Cairo to Marassi takes approximately 3 to 4 hours, covering about 250-300 km via the Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road. Flights from Cairo to Alamein Airport take around 60 minutes and then it’s a 30 minute drive to the resort. Flights to Cairo from the UK are via London or European hubs and Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) can help with long stay parking or hotels with parking facilities.
Type of Hotel: 5-Star Hotel
Number of Rooms: 103 rooms and suites and 122 serviced apartments.
Price Band: Nightly rates start from $999/£740* for a double room. For further information please visit the hotel’s website or www.marassi.eg.
Insider Tip: The Egyptian breakfast is a must. Enjoy a detox juice, black tea with mint while tucking into crispy ta’mia with Foul Mudammas Dip, creamy cheeses, fresh veggies and zesty pickles – simply divine!
Reviewer’s Rating: 10/10
Author Bio:
Rebecca Hay is an experienced travel writer and member of The British Guild of Travel Writers. Follow her adventures with her family on Twitter and Instagram @emojiadventurer and on Facebook via EmojiAdventurers2.
Photographs courtesy of Vida Marina Resort Marassi
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