Eilat may be a small city, but it is a vast tourist paradise. For many years it has enjoyed a tax free status (no VAT) even for Israelis. For both these reasons it has some excellent shopping, both upmarket and standard. Here is our guide to Eilat Shopping. Big Eilat Big Eilat … Read more
About Ein Gedi Ein Gedi is a desert oasis that has so much to offer. It is a green scenery in the midst of the yellows and browns, located west of the Dead Sea. The Ein Gedi nature reserve and national park is located in the Judean Desert, on the shore of … Read more
Masada – is an ancient fortification occupying a strategic, magnificent location of an isolated rock plateau, similar to a mesa. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and an incredible place and story of bravery, revolution, survival and honor. History of Masada King Herod, whose architectural feats have left an indelible mark … Read more
Ein Avdat – WOW! Ein Avdat is a place to look up and say “Wow!” White cliffs occasionally flecked by dark flint rise above the Zin Valley, while three springs feed several small rock pools year round. A rare water source in the desert, Ein Avdat’s springs sustain a variety of plant … Read more
The Basor Stream The Basor Stream (also known as HaBesor Stream) is one of the Negev desert streams. Nahal Basor makes its way to the Mediterranean Sea from the watershed in the desert near Zin (around 80Km) and is one of the longest streams in the Negev. Some researchers have suggested that this … Read more
About the Red Canyon The Red Canyon is only 200 meters long but it is deep and has beautiful red colors (don’t forget to bring your camera). The natural beauty of this site alone is well worth the trip, but there is also one good thing about the Red Canyon — one … Read more
Hiking near the Dead Sea The mountain slopes on the west side of the Dead Sea are full of amazing rivers (that are usually dry) and canyons. You can choose out of many levels of difficulty, from walks suitable for families with little children to climbing in the most dangerous routes. Although … Read more
The Dead Sea is more than just a “salty” stop! It is an ideal family holiday destination. So it means that it is an absolutely brilliant for children – as long as you take precautions in regard to the sun and heat. It also offers opportunity for some sports, tailored nature-oriented activities, … Read more
Eilat, located at the very southern tip of Israel, can be reached by air and also by road through the Negev desert. The straight drive will take around 4-5 hours from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. The distance is not huge (300-350 Km), but, the main roads are not great and there is … Read more
Makhtesh Ramon (often known erroneously as the Ramon Crater) is a geological wonderland, representing a window into the earth’s surface, which beckons us to explore a world of magma, fossils, dikes, sills and colorful sandstone. The Makhtesh Ramon is often erroneously referred to as the “Ramon Crater” – which would imply that … Read more