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If you’re searching for the perfect Middle East vacation that offers just about everything, consider traveling to Israel on your next vacation. When it comes to historic and religious sites, scenery and climate, there’s no other place in the world like it. Israel has been called a place of wonders.
Getting around Israel is easy with the great transportation system available in every part of the country. From sheruts (mini-vans) to trains, there’s no place you can’t visit unescorted. But if you prefer the organized tours, you’ll find a travel service in almost every corner of this amazing country.
You can visit at any time of the year as the weather tends to be warm throughout most of the months. Some areas get cold during the winter season, but snow is a rare occurrence.
When it comes to dining, Israel is a mecca for world class cuisines in addition to its own regional gastronomy. With a bounty of vegetables and fruits it’s not a surprise why they call this the land of “milk and honey.” Most hotels offer a delicious buffet displaying fish, home style pastries, eggs and cheeses. And when it’s time for lunch, Israelis as well as visitors head for the schwarma (lamb or chicken) shop to delight in a traditional staple of Middle-eastern cooking. Note that a majority of eateries feature kosher dining for those who observe the Kashrut laws.
Finding accommodations to suit your budget is not hard to do. There’s everything from hostels to bed and breakfasts and charming boutique hotels. But if you’re craving for luxury and white glove service, you’ll find a great number of resorts throughout the country. Whether vacationing in the young and spirited Tel Aviv, in the holy city of Jerusalem, the historic Galilee or the scenic Eilat, there’s something for everyone.
And when in Israel, make sure to make a list of places that interest you most. The number of sites is so extensive that you might need more than one trip to actually see it all. Begin with the Western Wall in Jerusalem, the sole remains of the Second Temple, destroyed two millenniums ago. Stop by the Yad Vashem, a museum dedicated to the Holocaust; see the children’s memorial hall and journey down to the dark room to witness a million lights, a special effect created with mirrors; walk down the Avenue of the Righteous Among the Nations. Travel back in time to the days of Caesar with an excursion to Caesarea. Journey to the Northern region of Tiberias, home to many holy landmarks; see the Sea of Galilee; continue on to the Dead Sea and its surrounding sites like Masada and the Ein Gedi natural preserve. Spend a delightful few days in Eilat and witness the beauty of its coral reefs, its desert and its rugged mountains. And do leave time to shop, as this is a shopper’s paradise.
In short, don’t miss the wonders that make Israel such an unforgettable destination.
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