AS a kid, I was obsessed with Egypt’s civilisation and would drag my grandparents to Glasgow’s Burrell Collection to bask in the Egyptian artefacts. I even got my own papyrus-making kit and tried my hand at scribing some hieroglyphics as I told my Nana: “I’d love to visit this place one day.” 6 Scottish Sun reporter Jordan Tennant enjoyed a break in Soma Bay Credit: Supplied 6 The Breakers Hotel has jaw-dropping sea views and a relaxing pool area Credit: Breakers Hotel 6 The spacious room boasts a comfy bed and balcony with stunning views Credit: Breakers Hotel Twenty years later I hopped on a plane to explore my childhood passion.
But I was 170 miles away from the lure of Tutankhamun’s Tomb in Luxor or even further from the incredible pyramids at Cairo, as I embarked on an adventure to stunning Somabay, Egypt . The up-and-coming resort is simply paradise and prides itself on being a top spot for divers looking to explore the gorgeous waters of the Red Sea. And to the delight of locals, easyJet launched a direct flight from Glasgow this year to nearby Hurghada, cementing its place as a location on the up.
READ MORE TRAVEL SWEET SPOT Discover America's iconic New England region - and prepare to fall in love FLYING HIGH Inside amazing Turkish resort where you can hire a PLANE to visit nearby castle I was picked up from the airport by private limousine, a service which is available to all visitors who can use it to ferry them around the resort. The Breakers Diving an.