| Tourism is alive and well in Israel. Over 3 million | | | | clubs usually open at 12 midnight, are packed by 1 |
| foreign tourists visited the country in 2008, | | | | AM and go all night long. On the weekends |
| setting a new record. The Israel Newsletter | | | | (Thursday-Saturdays), the "out of towners" join |
| stated that the S&P has kept Israel's credit | | | | the local and tourist crowd. So be sure to arrive |
| rating at 'A' and the forecast rating at 'stable'-and | | | | early or have your concierge make reservations. |
| they should know! So, let's take a trip-a Luxury | | | | · Do you have an interest in archaeology? |
| Israel trip. | | | | One of Israel's premier archaeological sites is |
| A Luxury Israel trip may begin at your home | | | | Caesarea. Hellenistic towns, Roman fortresses, |
| where you could be picked up and brought to the | | | | and Crusader castles abound. Did you know that |
| airport/dock in a chauffeur driven luxury car or | | | | Israel has more museums per capita than any |
| even a limousine. If you choose, a professional | | | | place in the world? You can visit the sites or visit |
| staff will come in and pack for you, carrying your | | | | the museums. Just visit in Luxury Israel style. |
| luggage throughout the trip, unpacking at each | | | | Also, Ceasarea is host to Israel's only full size golf |
| new location (even your golf clubs). Your personal | | | | course. If you like sunny beaches and hotel |
| concierge can take care of all air transfers and | | | | resorts, try these destinations: |
| boarding passes. You will never have to wait in | | | | · The Red Sea has a breathtaking view |
| line. You may want to join a Mediterranean cruise, | | | | on the magnificent red mountains.You can rent a |
| arriving in Isreal aboard a luxury liner. Arrival via | | | | luxury apartment or a beautiful villa; fish from a |
| private yacht is also possible. Tour Isreal in small | | | | luxury safari boat or go wreck diving. Don't forget |
| groups or have your concierge book a private, | | | | the photos! |
| personal tour scheduled around you. This is Luxury | | | | · About 400 meters below sea level is |
| Isreal! | | | | the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. Their |
| Where to go? What to see? | | | | mineral mud is exported all over the world. You |
| · In the capital and largest city of Israel is | | | | can rent a three-bedroom Royal Villa located |
| the Inbal Jerusalem Hotel, the finest hotel in | | | | directly on the beach or stay at the Five Star |
| Jerusalem. It is situated in the heart of the city | | | | Crowne Plaza Dead Sea hotel which has its own |
| with modern amenities and offers a Five Star | | | | private beach. Their spa has 54 types of |
| Deluxe service including concierge services. | | | | treatments. These include a sauna, a whirlpool and |
| Jerusalem is the holiest city in Judaism (King | | | | a Dead Sea water pool-where water is brought in |
| David's City), having the oldest extant Islamic | | | | from the Dead Sea and heated, then added to an |
| building in the world (Dome of the Rock). | | | | indoor pool. Also you may be interested in a |
| Christians believe it to be the site of Jesus's | | | | massage, reflexology or seaweed treatments. |
| crucifixion and entombment. That's one holy city! | | | | Allow yourself to be slathered! |
| Don't forget The Wailing Wall, which has been built | | | | Whether you go snorkeling, scuba diving, |
| and rebuilt throughout the centuries. | | | | windsurfing or ride in a glass-bottomed boat, |
| · Tel Aviv is the city that never stops. In | | | | make it a Luxury Israel experience. As usual, your |
| the summer, the beach takes its spot as the | | | | concierge can arrange exclusive access to local |
| center of life. Enjoy the sand, sun and water | | | | activities and experts and the peace of mind of |
| during the day and the bars during the night. The | | | | "express border crossings". Everything can be |
| 24 hour cafes offer sipping quality coffee; the | | | | customized to suit your individual interest and |
| restaurants offer the finest fare. Dance bars and | | | | needs. |