Check the hottest night spots at the North Coast
NORTH COAST, Alexandria: The summer is here and it s sizzling on the North Coast with great beaches to hang out at in the morning but when the sunsets it s when everything really gets started so here is are a few places you have to check out while you are out there.
Pacha Marina Description: The club that first opened in Sharm El Sheikh is characterized by low tables and sleek couches mixed with the exotic lightening and a crowded dance floor that buzzes through the early hours of the next day.Why you should go: Their House Nation parties every Friday features international acclaimed DJs. Every Thursday night there will be a different London MOS DJ and Wednesday is a night of the best R&B and hiphop. There is also Saturdays Cherry Drop, featuring retro house music mixed with the latest beats, and Sundays Hits Mania, featuring resident DJs. It s a guaranteed that you will stay up all night dancing.Address: Marina Club, Gate 2, Marina El Alamein
Cuba CabanaDescription: Overlooking the Marina Lake, the place features a pool and a garden. Comfortable beige bean bags and chairs characterize the place, with the beige theme prevalent in the seating area surrounding the pool. There a couple of swings to enjoy.Why you should go: Enjoying the comfy bean bags and the yummy burgers makes a perfect outing whether at day or at night. Address: Gate 5, Marina El Alamein
TahitiDescription: The place screams posh modern deco, whether in the seating area surrounding the rectangular pool or further away. It s all adorned with palm trees and plasma screens. Why you should go: It combines the modern setting and the tropical feel. If you stay long enough, the posh clientele start a dancing frenzy. Address: Porto Marina, Marina El Alamein
Makani, Route 66 and ZoeDescription: The décor tries to combine the spirit of the three different restaurants, the modern oriental deco of Makani, the simplicity of Route 66, and the Asian magic of Zoe. Adding the abundance of cushions and the result is a cosy place whether you are using the white furniture surrounded by the red Chinese curtains by the lake or in wood-adorned seating area at the entrance. Why you should go: The place is surprisingly quieter than the other night spots in Marina but is never dull. There are three menus to choose from: the sandwiches and snacks and the famous sushi at Makani, the Asian cuisine at Zoe and the burgers at Zoe. Address: Gate 5, Marina El Alamein, (off the Juhayna Square) AndreaDescription: The open air restaurant maintains the oriental aura in design coupled with the shisha, grills and the best of oriental cuisine. Why you should go: The atmosphere of the place will get you going all night as it is an exclusive restaurant for Egypt s rich and famous. Dress to impress and savour oriental foods.Address: Agamy, Hacienda and on the North Coast Highway.Telephone: 010 815 4944
Kian Café Description: Huge white and beige cushions are perfect for relaxing after a long day at the beach. Besides the shisha, the place offers delicious snacks including mana esh and feteer.Why you should go: Conveniently located at start of the Highway connecting Agamy with the North Coast, it s not far from anyone staying in Abou Talat, Sidi Kirir or Borg El Arab. Address: Kilometer 33 on the North Coast Highway, in front of Sidi Kirir Compound
Velvet LoungeDescription: Sponsored by Seven Up, this a literally a velvet lounge with the white velvet furniture characterizing the place. Why you should go: Instead of lake view like most of the night spots, the Lounge is located at the beach; by day the place is better known as the crowded private beach: La Plage. Their fried mozzarella is a must-try. Address: Gate 5, Marina El Alamein
Sidi Mansour Description: Featuring an oriental-like deco, the place enjoys a lake view right at the centre of Marina 5 s popular night spots. Why you should go: The cuisine is the place s best feature; the authentic fatta and other oriental platters are reminiscent of homemade foods. Address: Gate 5, Marina El Alamein
PaprikaDescription: Spacious outdoors seating area is perfect for those seeking a quiet relaxing night. The slow music is fills the place. Why you should go: If you want to get out of the summer buzz for a while head straight to Paprika where the slow classical music will make you relax and enjoy the fresh air besides the lake in Marina. Address: El Bohira El Mostarida Area, Marina El AlameinTelephone: 010 660 6990
Porto MarinaDescription: This is a complex that includes a shopping mall, restaurants, and a club house. Porto Marina is a must see especially the lakeside lighting coupled with fresh air. Why you should go: If you don t know where to go, this is your choice: the complex hosts the some of the best restaurants in town including Alian Le Notre, Chili s, Johnny Carino s, Studio Misr and Halaqet El Samak. Address: Porto Marina, Marina El Alamein.Telephone: 010 558 9555/500
