Aqaba, Jordan

Aqaba, Jordan, is across the gulf from Dahab, Egypt, and both are well-known diving destinations. One major difference, however, is that in Dahab it's possible to get a seaside hotel room and walk across the street (pedestrians only -- no cars allowed) to swim, snorkel, and or dive, while in Aqaba you must take a microbus or taxi about 7 miles south of town to access the reefs for snorkeling and diving.