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Surfing and dancing are among the regular activities on this beach with a lively promenade, an amphitheater and a toddler’s pool.

Its religious and historical meaning is matched by its elegance and beauty, particularly at night, when the structure is Aqaba’s shining beacon.

Sheltered within a valley of red rocks is one of the world’s most famous façades. Marvel at the artistic details that remain crisp after more than 2,000 years. 

A mile-long coastal walkway, Lahat Promenade runs from Tel Aviv Marina to Charles Clore Park and is a lively place for a seaside stroll.

In the commercial center of Jerusalem, glitzy boutiques line old-fashioned streets and upscale neighborhoods bustle with locals and visitors alike.

One of the most eye-catching modern buildings in Israel is also one of its most intriguing museums, packed with exhibitions dedicated to contemporary design.

Wander the narrow, winding streets of this ancient port district and shop in its flea market where you will find almost anything and everything for sale.

An important Christian landmark, this church stands on the site where an anguished Jesus is said to have prayed to God the night before he was crucified. 

Tour this unusual museum without artifacts or documents at the contemporary headquarters of the former underground army of the Jewish community.

Encompassing a museum, monuments, galleries and more, this complex is designed to record, remember and educate people on the events of the Holocaust.

Pass through this ancient passage, study the old water pipes and watch the red walls begin to close overhead, before opening to reveal the Treasury.

Wander the narrow, winding streets of this ancient port district and shop in its flea market where you will find almost anything and everything for sale.

This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.

Hike in this desert oasis, where an abundance of wildlife and vegetation is supported by a series of streams, pools and waterfalls. 

Wander the narrow, winding streets of this ancient port district and shop in its flea market where you will find almost anything and everything for sale.

In the commercial center of Jerusalem, glitzy boutiques line old-fashioned streets and upscale neighborhoods bustle with locals and visitors alike.

Delve into the bustling laneways in search for unique souvenirs or simply enjoy the atmosphere and wide range of food options in Tel Aviv’s favorite flea market.

This architectural gem of a museum houses some of the finest art collections in the Middle East, from classic to contemporary.

Wander the narrow, winding streets of this ancient port district and shop in its flea market where you will find almost anything and everything for sale.

With its spectacular vistas of red sand and blue skies and incredible camping sites, this desert is an essential stop on any journey through Jordan. 

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

One of the most eye-catching modern buildings in Israel is also one of its most intriguing museums, packed with exhibitions dedicated to contemporary design.