There are as many lovely ways to celebrate the year's end as there are families celebrating it. True party animals may have booked flights to Sharm el Sheik, Ibiza or the Canaries to start 2012 dancing to the tunes of world famous DJ's. Others may seek the party a bit closer to home, singing Auld Syne Lang and watching the fireworks at Trafalgar Square or even waiting for the countdown and popping the champagne at their own homes.

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To tip, or not to tip? That is always a difficult holiday question. With cultures varying so widely around the world, it can be difficult to know what's expected from you. In Egypt, there is little ambiguity. Whilst tipping isn't compulsory, it will definitely be appreciated - and you will get better service in the long run if you do tip. As flights to Sharm el Sheik are very affordable, you may well want to visit the country more than once, so increasing your popularity with a few tips here and there can only be a good thing.

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Located on the Red Sea, the Egyptian resort of Sharm el Sheik has been developed to cater for all types of visitors. It's a very popular winter sun destination for families because its location means that the weather is still in the mid-20s at this time of year and because flights to Sharm only take five hours. If you do take the kids, you'll find there is plenty for them to do. To give you an idea, here are five of the best ideas for keeping them entertained:

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Egypt's leading entertainment centre, SOHO Square, has invited members of the UK DJ aristocracy to hit up the land of the Pharaohs and establish the reputation of two epic new venues as Africa's greatest clubs. The legendary Judge Jules, it was recently confirmed, is set to play the main square on the 2nd of January (2012). There is no doubt his nimble hands will be mixing some amazing tunes with the passion and energy the British Dance community has come to expect from his sell out sets.

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It's great to read up on where you're going to holiday before you get there. But for a more engaging insight into Egypt, why not watch one of the many videos that Egyptians themselves are viewing about their country. Here's a selection of some of those going viral in Egypt.

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Where will you be on New Year's Eve? In Parliament Square, squashed up against thousands of other revellers? Sat in front of the telly with a glass of cheap plonk and a leftover Christmas party hat? Or do you fancy dancing in the New Year under the desert skies of Egypt while some of Ibiza's top DJs spin some pumping tunes?

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Why sit at home in the drab English winter watching 'Strictly' on telly when you could quick step your way over to Egypt for the ultimate Tango dance-off? This year's TangoConSharm takes place in the idyllic Domina Coral Bay Resort in gorgeous Sharm el Sheikh from the 13th - 20th November. And with plenty of flights to Sharm available across the country, there's never been a better time to dance under the desert stars.

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This November, the entire world is coming to London. Before you start to worry that it's going to get a bit crowded, we're talking about one of the best travel events in the yearly calendar - the World Travel Market. Today, 7th of November, is the first day of this annual gathering of the great and the good from the travel industry, and this is the perfect opportunity for anyone involved in the business to get the real inside tips from their counterparts from across the globe. Thomas Cook is be there, ensuring that we find out what the 'must-visit' destinations for 2012 are. If you're at the WTM2011 as well today, drop by at the Thomas Cook Sport stand on UK1350 and have your picture taken with the Barclays Premier League trophy.

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Thirty years ago, Sharm el-Sheikh was a sleepy, Bedouin fishing village. Now, as the most popular tourist destination in the Arab world, the city bustles with locals, tourists and traders all year round. Though much of the bay area, with its modern apartment blocks and sun loungers, no longer tells of the city's rich Egyptian heritage, Sharm Old Market retains an authentic cultural flavour.

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More and more Britons are starting to see a week or two of winter sun as an integral part of the year. In theory, it's a great idea: the minute the leaves start to fall and temperatures start to drop, you recharge your batteries and top up your tan with a visit to sunnier shores. However, if you don't get your timing right, you could find yourself looking out of your hotel window at the downpours of the rainy season or travel too far and you could spend valuable time recovering from jet-lag. Here's our pick of where to go in winter:

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Naama Bay is at the heart of the tourism within Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt and it is situated on the southern point of the Sinai Peninsula. There is a lot of regular flights to Sharm El Sheikh, therefore tourists are able to make the most of the air travel from anywhere in the world. Naama Bay consists of a strip of luxurious hotels and these are very stylish. There is also an attractive promenade for pedestrians, which runs parallel with the luxurious sandy beachfront. The southwestern part of the resort is home to a vast array of shops, small hotels, restaurants and also a collection of dive centers.

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When taking a holiday at Sharm its always great to be involved with the local customs and feel as if you were a part of this town. Sharm is indeed a very popular holiday destination that is accessible by air. You can book your flights to Sharm if you want to attend the Islamic New Year here and explore how they celebrate it.

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Sharm El Sheikh is a great tourist destination that constantly offers wonderful surprises for travelers from all over the world. Since Sharm El Sheikh has gained immense popularity over the past couple of years, flights to Sharm El Sheikh have also seen an upward trend. One of the many treasures of the city is its magnificent Colored Canyon. You have to be prepared for the 240 km drive to reach the Colored Canyon. The Canyon has been formed by the deposition of several elements over past millions of years. It is at the heart of the Sinai Desert and happens to be a natural phenomenon which stretches for more than a km and really looks like a set pulled out straight from an Indiana Jones film.

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Sharm el sheikh is widely known for its reefs, dive sites, wrecks and beach dives. If you are not interested too much in diving then there are several water sports to indulge in. As non divers you can explore and enjoy snorkeling along the coral reefs. Getting here for your vacation is not a problem as the city has an airport and you can catch direct flights to Sharm el sheikh. One of the popular tourist attractions is The National Park at Ras Mohammed.

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The Sinai Peninsula has become one of the most visited tourist locations in the past few decades. The reason is its simple yet radiant sand, sea and sun. Nowadays even 5 star hotels and resorts have come up in Sharm el sheikh that provides some very luxurious as well as comfortable accommodation for tourists and casual visitors. You can reach Sharm el Shaikh by air. You can book flights to Sharm el Sheikh in advance too. While you are in Sharm el Shaikh dont forget to visit one of the most interesting locations in Umbi Diving Village called the Sharks Bay.

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Sharm el Sheikh is a great coastal holiday destination which is located around the southern side of the Gulf of Aqaba. It is quite close to the Ras Mohammed National Park as well as Tiran Island. Hordes of tourists come to visit Sharm el sheikh every year because of its natural beauty in form of blue waters, stunning coral reefs and soothing white sandy beaches. Visitors can even scuba dive as there are a lot of such opportunities. The underwater flora and fauna is worth marveling especially as it is located at one huge place rather than being scattered. There are flights to Sharm el Sheikh, therefore reaching Sharm el Sheikh from any location in the world should not be a problem.

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The date of celebrating the festival is decided by the Coptic calendar. The festival celebrates the beginning of the harvesting season. Shemu stands for revival of life and onset of the harvesting season. The festival is marked by a great feast in which certain things have to be consumed. The offerings during the feast also hold great significance.

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Tangosharm 2010 will be organized on 6-13 November, 2010. The event will happen at the Domina Coral Bay Resort under the organizing prowess of Federazione Associazioni Italiane Tando Argentino. Domino Coral Bay Resort is located at Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt.

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If you want to make sure you start practicing on time for the Virgin London Marathon in april 2011, book your flights to Sharm now and take part in the half marathon that will be held the 5th of November 2010. The international event called SharMarathon will start at 9.00am in Sharm-El-Sheikh, and the route will lead runners and joggers through Ras Mohamed National Park. The 21.1 km long track passes by Hidden Bay, the salt lake and back to the coast by Yolanda Bay and features sand dunes, rough mountains and mangroves. Even if you're not in shape yet, you don't want to miss out on this stunning setting for a marathon route. If your family is not impressed with your time, just tell them you were distracted by the view.

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Those who have booked flights to Hurghada have to try the local drink called karkaday, a type of chi, which is made from an infusion of hibiscus and served hot or cold. Chi is to the locals what tea is to the English. It is served in a glass and offered everywhere.

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Have you ever considered a holiday by the Red Sea in Egypt but haven't really got a clue where to go when you get there? Well, Sharm El Sheikh is one destination you should consider. It's got all the attractions a holiday maker could wish for. Attractions such as historical monuments, ancient tombs, monasteries as well as exclusive resorts.

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A holiday to Egypt may not be expected to appeal to the dedicated squash fan, but the many of the hotels there have squash courts amongst their facilities and international competitions are held there too.

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The waters off the Egyptian holiday resort of Sharm el Sheikh are home to some amazing coral reefs. The authorities in the region are working hard to protect the area with various initiatives.

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March was the time when Sharm el Sheikh in Egypt received hundreds of hardy athletes, ready to tackle the 4th annual Sharm El Sheikh Half Marathon.

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Well, for those looking forward to some winter snow, the UK was able to compete with the alpine resorts with their ample blanket of the white stuff during early January. If your preference is for warmer weather, then any of these flythomascook.com winter sun destinations would have provided a stark contrast. In the Gambia, the early January weather in Banjul was hot sunshine, day after day, and daytime highs of 34 degrees Celsius. Short flights to the Gambia from the UK make Banjul a convenient location for UK travellers who prefer to guarantee their winter sunshine, without having to fly to Australia or South Africa.

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Many new marathon runners in the UK will know if they have a place in this year's London Marathon and will already be training hard, but experienced marathon runners may be looking at events abroad to satisfy their running hobby. The big races in the United States like the Chicago Marathon and the New York Marathon don't take place until October and November, so places like Egypt or Malta could allow you to race earlier in the year.

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Dance music fans have their favourite venues around Europe where the world's top DJs and dance music performers typically appear. These include of course Ibiza during the summer months but also, in the earlier part of the year, several other holiday resorts get their chance to promote dance music events featuring the stars.

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The Egyptian resort of Sharm el Sheikh is best known as a winter sun destination and a favourite location for Scuba divers, but other, more unusual, events also find their place there.

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Winter breaks to the Egyptian resort of Sharm El Sheikh are proving very popular this season and flythomascook.com had some very competitive prices for journeys during January 2010.

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While much of Britain still experienced cold, snowy weather and temperatures in Scotland plummeted to as low as minus sixteen, we thought a round up of the weather in our key winter sun destinations would warm you up a little.

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If you are looking for a high energy New Year party followed by some peaceful relaxation in the sun away from the cold, wet weather that is currently shrouding the UK, then Sharm el Sheikh in Egypt may be just the ticket.

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Sunday 8th June was World Oceans Day, A United Nations initiative to honour the world's oceans, celebrate the marine life and bring greater awareness of the role oceans have in daily life. Conservation and environmental issues are also part of the day and it brings a focus for groups to participate in beach cleanups, educational events, competitions and other activities based around the oceans. In Sharm el Sheikh , groups in the area were keen to participate in the initiative and work to protect the Red Sea environment that brings thousands of people to this Egyptian resort every day

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Besides water sports, Sharm el Sheikh also offers plenty of hiking, horseback riding and camel riding trails, golf courses, quad biking outlets and water parks.

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Picturesque coral reefs and brilliant azure waters that are ideal for windsurfing, scuba diving, and snorkeling have made the spectacular Hurghada, on Egypt's Red Sea Coast, a popular resort town. Within easy reach of the gorgeous Giftun Islands and the Eastern Arabian Desert, the captivating resort of Hurghada has experienced massive amounts of development in the past decade. The Hurghada area now runs 25 miles along the Red Sea. There is so much to enjoy in Hurghada that it is a perfect place for couples, singles, and families who want a wonderful break under the hot Egyptian sun.

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Sharm el Sheikh's impressive coral reef and crystalline waters have deservedly garnered its reputation as one of the best scuba diving locations on earth.

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There are many things that are different about the Egyptian holiday resort of Sharm el Sheikh and traditional fashion culture is one of them. Egypt is a country steeped in history, culture and customs. The native population conforms to many religious and cultural traditions as far as dress is concerned, but those rules seem to be quietly forgotten in the cosmopolitan resorts of Sharm el Sheikh on the Red Sea. However a new campaign, being promoted by travel magazine Wanderlust, aims to make tourists more aware of local expectations in terms of what to wear and hopes it will encourage people to take more care to be respectful of local traditions when it comes to choosing appropriate clothing.

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Ghibli Raceway is an international standard karting race track that hosts professional race events as well as being open to the general public. The track is located close to Naema Bay in Sharm el Sheikh, between the Three Corners Resort and the larger hotels like the Hotel Intercontinental and the Al Hyatt Regency on the seafront.

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The popularity of Egyptian resort location Sharm el Sheikh seems to be continuing while some other destinations are feeling the effects of the global slowdown. Reports suggest that visitor volumes to Sharm are showing increases of up to 20 per cent this year and building development projects are underway to cope with the extra tourists.

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Visitors planning to take advantage of the special diving conditions available in the waters of the Red Sea off Sharm El Sheikh will have a safer, albeit smaller, selection of dive centres to choose from following a review of operations by Egypt's Chamber of Diving and Watersports.

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