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Double dip in the mineral-packed
waters, slather therapeutic mud, soak
in the healing sun and opt in for a
special Dead Sea couple spa treatment
to enjoy one of the best wellness
experiences in the world
Camp beneath the stars in the
world’s largest natural crater-The
Ramon Crater in the town of Mitzpe
Ramon in Israel’s Negev Desert is the
world’s largest erosion crater created
220 million years ago. It is among
the best locations in the world for
stargazing and recently received the
designation of international dark sky
park, first in the Middle East. Enjoy
an enchanted two hour experience led
by an experienced astronomer or sleep
beneath the stars at the only campsite
in the Makhtesh, Be’erot Campground
and experience Bedouin hospitality in
its true spirit
Enjoy the golden hour on a hot-air
balloon- Hop on a hot-air balloon for
a romantic ride over the breathtaking
views of the Negev Desert, fields of
flowers, plantations and historical
sites. Catch the sunrise followed by
breakfast at a picturesque location
or raise a toast to the sunset with
champagne while you float through the
desert scenery
Savour desert wine in the Negev-A
possibility beyond one’s imagination
is producing high quality wines in the
dry and arid desert land. Israel turned
this into reality with its state-of-
the-art irrigation technology and the
Negev in Southern Israel is home to
several vineyards that produce some
internationally renowned wines. Go
on a wine trail on the Negev Desert
Wine Route for an unusual experience
and explore the many wineries offering
accommodation, wine-making classes
besides elaborate wine tasting sessions
Honeymoon in the resort city of
Eilat-Situated along the turquoise
waters of the Red Sea, the tax free city
of Eilat boasts sunny days all-year-
round making it a popular honeymoon
destination. Among the many romantic
activities to do, the top choices would
be kayaking, a Glass Boat Ride or a
luxury yacht sailing tour. Go snorkeling
and deep-sea diving with your partner
in the Red Sea, rated as one of the
best diving spots in the world or
the brave hearted can opt for couple
tandem skydiving. A must visit here is
the Dolphin Reef that offers a unique
opportunity to swim and dive with a
school of bottle-nosed dolphins in their
natural habitat
Party hard in Tel Aviv -With its
sultry Mediterranean climate, seaside
location, hedonistic vibe and young,
international population, Tel Aviv
is known as the party capital of the
Middle East. A true 24 hour city that
hosts beach and street parties, pub
crawls and seaside concerts almost
each day; one can start an evening
enjoying the sunset at a beach bar and
end the night bar hopping until dawn
Romance the old school way
in Jerusalem - A night stroll in
Jerusalem’s Old City is always
HONEYMOON IN THE
RESORT CITY OF EILAT-
SITUATED ALONG THE
TURQUOISE WATERS
OF THE RED SEA, THE
TAX FREE CITY OF EILAT
BOASTS SUNNY DAYS ALL-
YEAR-ROUND MAKING IT
A POPULAR HONEYMOON
DESTINATION.
romantic but Cupid’s arrow seems to
be pointing specifically at the Tower of
David Museum in the capital. Watch
the sunset from the top of the citadel
and enjoy the Night Spectacular, a
breathtaking sound and light show
projected directly onto the 3,000-year-
old walls. Ambling along the
museum’s ancient stone ramparts with
their intimate nooks and crannies is
another common romantic pastime.
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