Eilat, Israel's southernmost beach resort on the Gulf of Aqaba, and Hurghada on Egypt's Red Sea coast both draw tourists all year long thanks to their coral reefs. Which shallow-water activity, needing only a mask, breathing tube and fins, is a big draw at both spots?

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snorkeling. The Red Sea's very clear water and shallow reefs make it one of the world's best places for snorkeling. Eilat, Israel's southernmost beach resort on the Gulf of Aqaba, and Hurghada on Egypt's Red Sea coast both pull in millions of divers and snorkelers every year.