it after reading the mixed reviews, and can now say that we can see how they are all accurate, both good and bad, so I've tried to give a really balanced idea of what to expect. It's a long review, but when I'm about to book somewhere unknown, I appreciate knowing the details! Transfers We had read horror stories about the driving in Egypt, but aside from one near miss as we joined a main road (which could happen anywhere), we thought how good all of the drivers were, and didn't feel unsafe at any time. It is a very interesting journey from Taba airport through the desert, though it was initially a little alarming to have an armed escorts to accompany the convoy of coaches to the resort, and to see armed guards and tanks on the checkpoints and hotel boundaries! Weather If you go to Taba, it's going to be hot. If you go in August, it's going to be VERY hot! (We had high 40s most of the week). Having said that, there is usually a lovely breeze from the sea, and it's dry heat with no humidity. We took a trip to Israel where it is much more humid - 48 degrees there was pretty unbearable. The Hotel The hotel is pretty good, nice reception and public areas, and the pool area is very attractive. Everywhere was generally well-kept, though in parts we saw peeling paint and things in need of some TLC. Some areas were