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• Climate in Jerusalem, Israel

  Despite the common misconception that Jerusalem lies in the midst of a sweltering desert, the city's climate is classified as subtropical and only semiarid. With ample amounts of sunlight and comfortable temperatures throughout most of the… read more

• Resorts in the Gulf of Aqaba

  The Gulf of Aqaba is at the northern end of the Red Sea and has a coastline that Israel, Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia all share. The year-round warm climate, beautiful turquoise sea, impressive rust-tinted mountains and abundance of divin… read more

• Facts About the Dead Sea

  The Dead Sea, also known as the Salt Sea, is a saltwater lake in eastern Israel. Every year, tourists flock to the lake, as its high salt content makes swimmers extremely buoyant and its waters are known for their curative properties. read more

• How to Cross the Dead Sea

  The Dead Sea lies between Israel and Jordan and is divided by an invisible borderline that runs from north to south. Neither the Israeli nor the Jordanian shoreline has legal border crossings; therefore, crossing the Dead Sea directly from… read more

• Tourism Near Haifa, Israel

  Perched on a series of steep hills that tumble into the Mediterranean, Haifa strikes a fair comparison to San Francisco. The surrounding region tends to attract more rain than the drier south of Israel, which means that the national parks a… read more

• Hadera, Israel Area Hotels

  The city of Hadera, Israel is located in the district of Haifa, just 45 km from Tel Aviv on the Israel Mediterranean Coastal Plain. Hadera is a mid-size city most famous as being the home to ancient tombs and a Roman mausoleum. In additio… read more

• Hotels in Netanya, Israel

  Netanya is situated on the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea in Israel. Netanya is the largest city between Tel Aviv and Haifa, forming a link between the northern and central parts of Israel. Caesarea National Park is close to Netanya, as i… read more

• Hotels in Eilat, Israel

  Eilat is home to several glitzy hotels and restaurants. Luxury hotels dot the Red Sea beachfront, which overlooks Saudi Arabia from under the shadow of steep desert cliffs. Stay toward the southern end near Taba (the Egyptian border) for a… read more

• Hotels Near Ramat HaSharon, Israel

  Ramat HaSharon is a small town located on the southern outskirts of Tel Aviv. It is the home of the Israel Tennis Center, where racket-bearing aficionados can gather to play or watch matches. In nearby Herzliya and Tel Aviv, visitors can en… read more

• Discount Hotels in Israel

  Diverse, year-round outdoor activities in Israel make this country an excellent destination for tourists. Apart from the millennium-old cities and buildings, Israel has trail hiking at Mount Hermon, jeep tours, ATVs and ranger excursions in… read more

• Hotels in Caesarea, Israel

  Caesarea is a bastion of history and natural beauty. Caesarea's history goes back 2,000 years when it was given as a gift from Herod the Great to Caesar Augustus. Located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Caesarea is home to some of I… read more

• Kosher Restaurants in Israel

  Travelers observant of Jewish dietary laws are at home in Israel. Kosher travel is particularly easy in Jerusalem, where kashrut observance is common among the population. In the cities and small towns outside of Jerusalem, the kosher optio… read more

• Hotels in Tiberias, Israel

  The focal point in Tiberias is the Sea of Galilee, a freshwater lake that is the main source of water for Israel. With its beauty and subtropical climate, the lake, which is surrounded by cliffs and steep hills, is Israel's most popular vac… read more

• Hotels Near the Tel Aviv, Israel, Airport

  Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion International Airport is a major travel hub connecting the Middle East with Europe. Due to security concerns, there are no hotels in the immediate vicinity of the airport. This is actually a benefit to travelers, howev… read more

• Hotels in Israel

  Israel is one of the oldest countries in the world, with roots based in Biblical texts and a central concept in the Jewish religion. It has been a draw for religious and secular tourists for thousands of years. Bordering the eastern shore o… read more

• Complete List of Kibbutz Hotels in Israel

  The complete list of kibbutz hotels in Israel will help travelers choose a hotel that is close to all the natural and cultural attractions that Israel offers the outdoor enthusiast. If you have never considered staying at one of these hotel… read more

• Things to Do at the Dead Sea

  There are few places in the world like the Dead Sea. Not only does it have the lowest surface elevation of any place on earth, it is also located near the Holy Lands of three prominent religions and is referenced in the Bible. Its landscape… read more