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Southern Israel Is Great for Kids
Be forewarned that a family trip to the south of Israel usually ends up in "ruins," and tourists are thrilled about it! But, visiting an ancient dig is just part of what Israel has to offer as a vacation destination. There's fun, sun, adventure, religious spirituality and history to discover.
Getting to Israel is easy. Direct flights from major cities in the United States and Canada are offered by Air Canada, and Israel's own airline, El Al, to Ben-Gurion Airport, a half hour drive from Jerusalem.
ATTENTION: The U.S. State Department has issued multiple travel warnings concerning Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, due to Palestinian-Israeli violence. For the most up-to-date travel advisories, visit The US Department of State online. For FTF's Special Report on terrorism concerns, read World Affairs and Travel Planners.
Relaxing in Eliat with Kids
Novices to jet lag may want to start their vacation with a little rest and relaxation, before embarking on their journey of the Holy Land. In this case, travelers should catch the commuter flight to a paradise called Eilat. Eilat is a resort city on the northern tip of the Red Sea bordering Jordan and Egypt. Surrounded by desert mountains, the lush terrain, sandy white beaches and crystal clear coral filled sea have beckoned tourists since the time of King Solomon.
Once mom and dad catch up on their sleep, there are lots of activities around Eilat for kids of all ages. A visit to the Dolphin Reef Eilat (+972 8 6300100) offers visitors a chance to observe dolphins and marine life in their natural habitat. The Dolphin Reef offers a private scuba dive especially designed for those with little or no diving experience. Seasoned divers can partake in snorkeling alongside the dolphins, while little ones can frolic on the private beach.
A favorite stop in Eilat is The Underwater Observatory at Coral World. A highlight for most is a voyage along the bottom of the Red Sea in "The Yellow Submarine", when you re-emerge from the depths of the water each participant receives a yellow "Dive Certificate" ready for framing.
Other activities include scuba diving, parasailing, yachting, cruising on a glass bottom boat, bird watching and of course, shopping, because Eilat is a tax free zone.
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