Snapshot: how developer installments work in the Red Sea Hurghada (and nearby Sahl Hasheesh / Soma Bay / Makadi) relies heavily on developer finance: you reserve a unit, pay a down payment, then settle the balance in equal installments until handover (and beyond, in some cases). Plans vary by project and sales event: What a…

Real Estate Market: Quick Answer (TL;DR) Why This Matters in Egypt In fast‑growing markets like Hurghada, Sahl Hasheesh, and Cairo, most developers market units by gross (built‑up) area. It makes listings comparable at a glance—but it can mask how much usable space you’re buying. Knowing the difference protects your budget, helps you compare across projects,…

Hurghada Why families are choosing Hurghada Schools: the practical short‑list Tip: shortlist 2–3 schools before you house‑hunt so daily routes work. Ask for bus coverage by neighborhood. Smart City International School (SCIS), HurghadaLarge, purpose‑built campus offering international & national streams (American + Egyptian). Admissions pages and official channels list Hurghada among SCIS locations. El Gouna…

Sahl Hasheesh Sahl Hasheesh at a glance How the masterplan is structured A bay‑centric city: The urban fabric wraps around a long, walkable shoreline with landmark nodes—Arrival Piazza → Old Town → Pier/Sunken City → Promenade—creating an intuitive spine for hotels, residences, and retail. Scale & infrastructure: ERC’s materials highlight a 32 m² footprint, with…