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Jerusalem's Old City walls
Two Cities – One Break
By Inga Michaeli The Perfect Combo for an Unforgettable Vacation
Photos: Israel Filckr tourism's photos
The breathtaking beauty of Jerusalem, with authentic Middle Eastern flavour, not on the list of the world's top party cities and
its cultural treasures and world heritage to mention some of the best food in the is also proud to be named the world’s top
sites… Or the gorgeous beaches and world. Dubbed the city that never sleeps, Tel gay city by GayCities and American Airlines.
buzzing nightlife of Tel Aviv, a 24-hour Aviv enjoys the stunning azure hues of the
party town? Why choose when you can Mediterranean, beautiful and quaint spots in Tel Aviv is an eternally happy city, with a
have a bit of both? the White City, markets, restaurants, special spectacular promenade and 13 beaches
flavours and scintillating night life. And just spread out over 14 kilometres; colourful and
With two of Israel’s biggest 45 minutes away, you can experience an exciting markets, from the down-to-earth
and most exhilarating cities entirely different beat and pulse: Jerusalem, HaCarmel Market to the trendy Sarona
less than an hour’s drive a city of such unparalleled beauty, it will be Market; world-class restaurants and street
apart, visiting them both easy to understand why for millennia it has cafes, museums and galleries, bars and
as part of the Two Cities – One Break special been so inspirational for so many. So here is nightclubs… and have we mentioned the
package is the perfect blend between old a taste of what awaits you in each, as part of beaches? The city radiates vitality 24 hours
and new, surf and turf, holiness and self- the Two Cities – One Break package deal. a day, and embraces everyone with open
indulgence, invigoration and inspiration. There must be a reason why National arms. With great weather virtually all year
While both Tel Aviv and Jerusalem are busy, Geographic named Tel Aviv as one of the round, no matter when you visit you will most
vital and intriguing cities that offer a multitude world's Top 10 Beach Cities. Or why it was probably be able to enjoy the beach, take
of must-see attractions, they couldn't be named an Outstanding Culinary Destination a stroll or bike ride through HaYarkon Park,
more different. Despite their geographic by SAVEUR magazine and recognized pay a visit to the city's revitalized port area
proximity, they have entirely different as "outstanding" in the Best Markets and or simply enjoy wending your way through
landscapes, scents and flavours. Tel Aviv Shops category. Oh, and are you a coffee streets filled with a fascinating combination
is a bustling and highly modern metropolis, aficionado? Then you’ll be thrilled to hear of historic Bauhaus buildings alongside new
boasting beaches with fine golden sand that Huffington Post crowned this hip and ultra-modern architecture. And last but
and ample opportunities for fun infused seaside city as one of the world's best cities not least, the pulsating city also offers a wide
for coffee lovers. And that’s not all, because variety of cultural events and entertainment
according to Lonely Planet, Tel Aviv is high for all ages.
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