Russian plane crash raises questions about the future of Sharm el Sheikh as a holiday resort

Sharm El Sheikh faces a severe tourism crisis as Russian and British tourists leave due to safety concerns. Local businesses, especially hotels, are struggling with reduced occupancy and economic uncertainty. The crisis has broader implications for Egypt's economy, already strained by political instability. Government decisions, particularly by the British, are criticized for exacerbating the situation. Despite ongoing investigations, the damage to the tourism industry is significant.

What major event has led to the tourism crisis in Sharm El-Sheikh?

• A new tourism policy

• The departure of Russian tourists

• A political election

• A natural disaster

How has the hotel occupancy rate changed due to the crisis?

• Increased to 100%

• Dropped to 60%

• Remained at 92%

• Increased to 80%

What is a major concern for hotel owners in Sharm El-Sheikh?

• Potential job losses due to cancellations

• Lack of new hotel construction

• High employee turnover

• Increased competition from new hotels

What is one of the criticisms against the British government's decision?

• It was not communicated well

• It was too slow

• It was too expensive

• It was made too quickly

What evidence is mounting regarding the cause of the crisis?

• A bomb on a Russian plane

• A political coup

• A natural disaster

• A new tourism law