On a cold and dreary day in Europe, get onto a plane to Egypt. Stay at the Palm Royale in Soma Bay and dive into the wonderland of the Red Sea

On a cold November day, take a plane from Orly Airport to a warmer location

Fly over Italy, then the Mediteranean and the Egyptian Desert until you see the Red Sea towards the east.

Arrive at Hurghada Airport - Egypt. Just a short distance from the Red Sea

Drive for 45 minutes towards the south. Towards the west, deserts and mountains. Towards the east, a couple of resorts, then the Red Sea

Arrive at the Atrium of the Palm Royale Resort. Be amazed! Even a large Khoi pond surrounding the foyer bar.

Follow the concierge. Past the art nouveau sculptures and up the marble staircase.