Sharm el Sheikh evolved from an old fishing station to a place of tourist attraction. At first the area started with 2 hotels and now has extended up to few miles of area only with hotels. Sharm is still a characteristically grubby small village with many cultural sights on view in its dusty streets. Ras Um Sid and Naama Bay are the main tourist area with a web of hotels. The commercial street in the south west of the bay is crammed with shops, cafes, hotels and dive centers. Shark Bay, Ras Nosrani and Nabq are the few resorts, which are in the verge of development.

Booking all inclusive holiday usually means that flight, accommodation, meals and soft drinks are covered. Occasionally, there are also some extras, like free water sports, kids clubs or entertainment included in the price of the holiday.