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6 Israel ISRAEL WE ST BAN K GAZA GOL AN H E IG HTS E G Y P T J O R D A N I S R A E L N E G E V Haifa Tel Aviv Tiberias Nazareth Megiddo Caesarea Bethlehem Masada Arad Eilat Jerusalem Sea of Galilee Mediterranean Sea Gulf of Aqaba Dead Sea Qumran 0 100 miles 0 100 km Israel provides a unique combination of ancient history and modern lifestyle. In just a few hours, you can go from the snowy heights of Mount Hermon to the Judean Desert and the saltiest sea on earth, the Dead Sea, while visiting ancient biblical cities, covered markets and a high-rise metropolis on the way. This is what makes Israel truly a destination that offers something for everyone. In Israel, the age of most of its cities is counted in millennia. The ingenuity and complexity of some of these historical gems have won them a place on the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List. Of course, Jerusalem is an incomparable highlight that is both historical and spiritual. Restored 19th century villages like Rosh Pina in the Upper Galilee and Zichron Ya'akov on Mount Carmel reveal yet another side of Israel—its pioneering days. There's no place like Tel Aviv to indulge your urban tastes. Classified as a "world city," it offers museums, opera, theater and dance; fine restaurants with worldly cuisines, its own beautifully CROWNE PLAZA DEAD SEA o o o o o Crowne Plaza Dead Sea sits right on the Dead Sea, against a backdrop of wind-sculpted desert cliffs. Relax on a private beach where mineral- rich mud treatments energize and rejuvenate you, and the lobby's fresh, bright colors and panoramic windows invite the outside in. Shake off the heat of the day in the hotel's large freshwater swimming pool, or enjoy the theatrical evening entertainment. Spicy Asian flavors set the scene at the Crowne Plaza's kosher Sato Bistro fusion restaurant. DAN EILAT o o o o o Right on the Red Sea beachfront, the Dan Eilat's colorful, contemporary open-space interior is a vibrant mix of cutting edge luxury and informality, with swimming pools and cascading waterfalls, squash courts, fitness facilities, round-the-clock activities and entertainment. An international selection of dining outlets, underwater diving centers and other tourist attractions—and the desert—are all close by. DEAD SEA EILAT restored 19th-century quarter, Neve Tzedek and even antiquities in the form of its "older sister" Jaffa, which also has galleries galore. Tel Aviv's Mediterranean location also promises beautiful beaches. Hiking and diving, along with cycling, off-road touring and rappelling, and other adventure experiences can be had in the desert cliffs around Eilat, in the Negev, and in the forested ridges of the Upper Galilee. In the winter, enjoy ski runs with all the amenities. Israel also boasts a number of unique attractions for families, such as Jerusalem's Time Elevator, Mini Israel, the new Kings City in Eilat, and the Haganah Museum, just a few of the fun-while-you-learn experiences in store. Accommodations are plentiful, with five star international chains offering something great for the entire family or a romantic interlude. Be sure to plan your trip around the date of one of Israel's many annual international events—whether music, sports, theater or film—and see how all the wonderful pieces fit perfectly together. HERODS EILAT o o o o o Perfectly situated on the shores of the Red Sea The Herods Eilat Hotel & Spa invites you to experience the amazing scenery and breathtaking nature. The Herods Eilat Hotel & Spa is a beautiful complex of 3 hotels: Vitalis, Palace and Boutique. Consisting of three historically-themed inspired by King Hordus legend, this 5-star hotel offers 441 well-furnished rooms featuring oriental design. It is the ideal starting point for exploring Eilat with all its attractions. Dead Sea

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