EgyptMay 15, 2026, by Ad Vertorial

Why El Gouna (hello, Venice of Egypt!) should be on your bucket list

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Egypt, May 15, 2026, by Ad Vertorial

Why El Gouna (hello, Venice of Egypt!) should be on your bucket list

We love traveling, we love the sun, and we undoubtedly love places with a good vibe and a healthy dose of aesthetics. Are you ready for guaranteed sunshine, but want something different from the standard resorts? Then we have the ultimate tip for your next trip. holiday in Egypt: El Gouna. This little gem is called the 'Venice of Egypt' for good reason. Think: endless turquoise lagoons, stylish boutique hotels, swaying palm trees, and a vibe that instantly relaxes you.

Boats, bridges and pastel colors

Why the comparison with Venice? Well, El Gouna consists of a collection of small islands all connected by charming little bridges. The entire town is surrounded by clear blue lagoon water. Instead of a taxi, you simply hop on a wooden boat or a super-fast tuk-tuk here to zip from A to B. The architecture is top-notch: no soulless high-rises, but atmospheric, low-rise buildings in warm pastel and earth tones, designed by top international architects. Instagram-worthy? One hundred percent.

The best hotspots in El Gouna

You won't be bored for a single second in El Gouna, as it is bursting with fun eateries and beach clubs. These are the places you shouldn't miss during your vacation in Egypt:

  • Abu Tig Marina:The chic marina of El Gouna. Here you stroll past the most beautiful yachts and settle down on one of the many terraces for an ice-cold cocktail or a good pasta.
  • The Clubhouse: Located in Downtown, the perfect place for a relaxed lunch with your feet in the sand and a very nice pool right on your doorstep.
  • Moods Beach Club: For the ultimate beach day with chill beats, comfortable sunbeds, and delicious food. Be sure to hang around here until the sun goes down!

Sustainable and relaxed

What we particularly like about El Gouna is the relaxed and safe atmosphere. It feels almost like a village. On top of that, it is the greenest city in all of Egypt. They do a tremendous amount for sustainability here (bye-bye plastic straws, hello their own organic vineyards and vegetable gardens!). You can go fantastic kitesurfing, paddleboarding through the lagoons, or just lie by the pool with a good book.

In short: El Gouna has the perfect mix of the Arabian sun and that lovely, relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle. And the best part is: you can fly there in just over five hours with Sunweb.

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