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Mediterranean Sea Haifa OMAN I S RA EL Tel Aviv Jerusalem Ras Al-Khaimah Umm Al-Qaiwain Amman Sharjah Dubai Fujairah J O RDAN Eilat Aqaba 11 Abu Dhabi Nil e Canal Dhaid 88 Persian Gulf Bethlehem Cairo Suez 11 18 Dasah Buraimi Al-Ain 7 22 11 11 EGYPT O MAN Tarif 0 Re d 0 km 100 Sea Luxor miles 100 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Dhafir Aradah 0 0 miles km 50 50 Aswan WELCOME TO THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN AND THE ARABIAN GULF The eastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea have seen the beginning of human history, and the rise and fall of civilizations. Now you can see the place where the ancient kings lived and died, and where words and ideas have changed the direction of humanity. And this is just the beginning… This region contains Egypt, one of the most renowned places on earth. Experience the unequalled majesty of the Pyramids, which have stood where they are for nearly five millennia while the country around them has transformed into a modern center for entertainment, activities and culture. But today's Egypt is much more than its ancient past. The modern city of Cairo boasts a wealth of museums, cultural events, restaurants and limitless shopping. Travel down the Nile on a luxurious river cruise to Luxor, snorkel in the Red Sea, or view the treasure trove that is the Valley of the Kings. Israel is a popular destination in the Mediterranean for its multitude of religious and historical sites, luxurious resorts, modern culture and nightlife of Tel Aviv, healing spas of the Dead Sea and Eilat, and unique natural surroundings throughout. Like the United States, Israel is an ethnic melting pot of cultures, faiths and immigrants. As a result, the food scene in Israel is extraordinarily diverse and also of a very high standard. A vacationer's paradise set amongst rich culture and history, Israel offers something for everyone. Surprising and unexpected, visitors can bask in the majesty of its nature, the arts, sumptuous beaches, watersports, and every outdoor activity imaginable. Or, choose to head toward the Arabian Gulf to Dubai, the desert's most exciting city located at the crossroads of Asia, Europe and Africa. A completely unique and intriguing destination that incorporates the traditions of the east with the comforts of the west, Dubai offers a fascinating combination of ultra-luxurious accommodations, championship golf courses, and world-class shopping, with remote Bedouin villages, rolling sand dunes and old-world markets. No matter where you go, both the Eastern Mediterranean region and Dubai offer a wealth of sites and cities of interest unmatched anywhere in the world. Explore the past and the present on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to these mystical places. HOTEL RATINGS/PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ooooo LUXURY Premium hotels and resorts located in choice settings with exquisite surroundings. They offer the finest guest services and amenities, tailored to the needs of the discerning traveler. oooo SUPERIOR Tastefully furnished accommodations in beautiful surroundings, offering a broad range of upscale services and amenities. ooo MODERATE Comfortable accommodations offering most standard services and amenities, and typically providing excellent value. VACATION PACKAGES FEATURE: Roundtrip airfare from your home city, advance seat assignments, roundtrip airport transfers, hotel accommodations, hotel tax. Welcome to the Eastern Mediterranean and the Arabian Gulf 5