Page 14 - Discover Israel Magazine - UK edition 2017

Catch a wave and an art show...
Life's a beach! And you thought
that beach life was all about surf
and catching a few rays. Well, think
again, because the world-renowned
beaches of Tel Aviv give a whole new
meaning to fun in the sun.
Tel Aviv has been lauded as
one of the best city-break
destinations in the world, and
the real source of its seductive sand, beautiful girls in bikinis, and handsome
powers is its joie de vivre. Israel's most
vibrant metropolis is the perfect vacation
spot. Whether you're looking for a culinary
adventure, great architecture and cultural
delights, or non-stop nightlife, Tel Aviv is
the place for you! Yet the real jewel in the
city's crown is the magnificent coastline of
the Mediterranean, the beautiful promenade
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Photo: Kfir Sivan
Surfs You Right -
Spend a Day at
the Beach
extending from Jaffa's old port all the way Regardless of the hour, there is always
north to the Yarkon River and Tel Aviv port - something to see and do – clowns,
one of Tel Aviv's trendiest entertainment hot caricaturists, tattoo artists, magicians and of
spots, and its nine miles of splendid sandy course, the ever-changing parade of people.
beaches. And right off the promenade, you’ll find clean
sand, lounge chairs, ice-cream vendors and
Tel Aviv has 16 beaches and over 300 sunny all those die-hard beach-lovers swimming
days a year, making it the perfect sun and daily, winter and summer, no matter what.
surf destination. If you are seeing this mental
picture of azure blue waters, fine golden Working out on the beach. Photo: Kfir Bolotin
guys working out and boasting six-pack abs,
then you are absolutely right. But that is not
even half of it.
Locals and tourists alike walk, jog, bike, or
sit on benches, filling their lungs with fresh
air, and taking in a glorious nine-mile stretch
of open views, blue horizons and white
sails bobbing on the waves. The long and
beautiful promenade is packed with bars,
cafes and restaurants, and nothing beats
sitting right on the beach, sipping coffee or
chugging a pint.