Where to go on vacation in Israel? We talk about beach and cultural holidays, as well as the seasons. We give advice on where to relax in Israel with a child. Choosing the best resort!
The beach area in Tel Aviv includes several small and large beaches (Photo © xiquinhosilva / flickr.com)A small resort located between Tel Aviv and Haifa. Its 15-kilometer coastal zone has 8 beaches. According to reviews from tourists about holidays in Israel, this resort is good for activities active species recreation - fly on a parachute, practice horse riding. Some hotels are equipped with elevators leading down to the sea.
As you can see in the photo, the beach strip in Netanya is located under a cliff - the height is from 15 to 40 m. You can comfortably go down to the shore by elevators; the cabins can accommodate up to a hundred people. All beaches are free (Photo © Israel_photo_gallery / flickr.com) Haifa- This sea port, located on the slopes of Mount Carmel. Its main attraction is the famous Bahai Gardens. Nearby is one of the best beaches in the country - Dor Beach.
According to reviews, it is best to relax in Israel in Herzliya is the most prestigious Mediterranean resort in the country. It is located near Tel Aviv, in the south of the Sharon Valley. All hotels are built on the first coastline, the beaches are clean and well maintained. Compared to the noisy metropolis, it is calm and a good place for relax. The resort has dive centers, yacht clubs and health centers.
Dor Beach - wild beach, which is included in the protected area. (Photo © publicdomainpictures.net)
According to reviews from tourists about holidays in Israel at the Dead Sea, it’s calm wellness holiday can be obtained at Ein Bokek, where most hotels are concentrated. There are no nightclubs or discos in Ein Bokek, there are only clinics and hotels with shops.
Hotels Dead Sea They operate on a half board basis - breakfast and dinner. Only five-star hotels have their own beach; everyone else uses municipal beaches with paid sunbeds and umbrellas. Before swimming, it is advisable to consult a doctor so that he can recommend dosed sea procedures; there are hours on the beaches for self-control. Bromide air is ideal for allergy and asthma sufferers, and skin problems are treated with mud.
The Dead Sea is one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth (Photo © magentaD / flickr.com) Red sea
On the shores of the Red Sea gulf lies the most southern resort countries - Eilat. There is a very beautiful nature reserve around the resort. Due to its remoteness from other cities, Eilat has its own airport.
The northern coast of Eilat is sandy beaches, in the south - pebble and pebble-sand. According to reviews of holidays in Israel on the Red Sea, the southern coast is more suitable for lovers of snorkeling and diving; you can only enter the sea from pontoons; the northern coast is for family vacation.
All Eilat beaches are municipal, but hotels rent part of the beach to make it accessible only to their vacationers. Entertainment options include yachting, jeeping, fishing and water sports; many people come here for shopping.
Beach Village Beach in Eilat, Red Sea (Photo © wikimedia.org / Ludvig14) Where can you relax in Israel inexpensively?
The most unpleasant aspect of a holiday in Israel is the high prices. Hotels here are expensive, and, as tourists write in their reviews, star rating is very relative. The cheapest room in a 3* hotel in Tel Aviv or Eilat will cost at least $50 per night per person, and the average price hovers around $100. The most low prices in winter, approximately 1.5 times lower than in spring or autumn.
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The most expensive hotels in Herzliya. This resort is considered elite, almost all hotels are 5*, there is a lot of entertainment for rich people. It is relatively inexpensive to relax in Netanya and Bat Yam. Hotels in Netanya are mostly 2-3*. This good resort for young people and everyone who loves leisure And nightlife. Bat Yam is a suburb of Tel Aviv. Prices for holidays here are lower than in the capital, and much quieter, and for entertainment you can go to Tel Aviv.
Holidays in Bat Yam can be combined with shopping - there are many boutiques and shopping centers with Israeli cosmetics and branded clothing. (Photo © wikimedia.org / Odo1982) Cultural and excursion holidays in Israel
The most popular among excursion destinations is Jerusalem- tourists love to wander through the ancient quarters of the Old City. Here are the main religious shrines of Christians, Jews and Muslims - the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Temple Mount, Western Wall, Dome of the Rock, Al-Aqsa Mosque. In the southwest of the city there is a Biblical Zoo, and lovers of antiquities and museum exhibits can visit the Israel Museum.
Others are no less popular biblical cities - Bethlehem, Nazareth, Safed And Tiberias. In the capital, the greatest interest among tourists is Old city Jaffa. The city of Haifa has gained worldwide fame thanks to the famous Bahai Gardens. Vacationers in Ein Bokek visit Masada, a fortress built in the desert under King Herod.
It is worth noting that Israelis rest on Friday from sunset until sunset on Saturday - they have Shabbat. Transport and shops are also closed, so this nuance must be taken into account when planning trips around the country.
Choosing a foreign sunny resort always causes a lot of trouble, and when it comes to vacationing with children, the number of points that you definitely need to pay attention to increases significantly. If you choose the hot resorts of Israel for a holiday with children, you will certainly be able to get a lot of pleasure from your stay in this country and only positive emotions. The local hotel complexes are ideal for children of any age and their parents, but this needs to be discussed in more detail.
The main advantages of holidays with children in Israel
In Israel, children are treated with special care and love, therefore local resorts offer an abundance of children's entertainment for almost every taste. You can be sure that the Israeli atmosphere will appeal to you and your child, and will also allow you to receive the necessary portion of wellness treatments, which is very important for the younger generation. However, this is just the beginning of the benefits of holidaying with children in Israel:
Babysitting services in hotels– of course, many parents never leave their beloved children, but on vacation you can briefly transfer this important responsibility to a qualified specialist. Many Israeli hotel complexes provide similar services to their clients so that they can fully enjoy a well-deserved vacation. Service in Israel is always top notch, so you can rest assured that your baby will be well taken care of.
No language barrier– a fairly large number of immigrants from Russia and many other Russian-speaking CIS countries live in Israel, so it will not be difficult for you to find a person who speaks not only Hebrew, but also Russian. In addition, the hotel staff will certainly keep up a conversation with you and provide the necessary assistance, since Russians are frequent guests of local resorts.
Favorable climate– the scorching sun of the Israeli state has a very beneficial effect on the body, although it is difficult to beach holiday It's not worth it at midday. Unlike many other hot countries, here you will not encounter the problem of poisonous insects and exotic diseases, which, without a doubt, is a huge plus for a family holiday.
Traditional cuisine– when you go on holiday to this country, you should definitely try the local delicacies and National dishes. It is not at all necessary to stock up on baby food at home before your trip, since local supermarkets have quite reasonable prices you can always buy really high quality products.
Excellent conditions for children's recreation– Israel can become a real paradise for your baby, because everything here is done with little tourists in mind. We are not talking only about family hotel complexes, since on city streets you can also easily find playgrounds and amusement parks.
When is the best time to go on holiday to Israel with children?
Tourists love Israel for its versatility and year-round recreation, because the abundance of seaside resorts here allows you to choose the most suitable option for yourself at almost any time. However, it is better not to go to Israeli beaches with children in winter, since the water in all four seas is still too cold for swimming. Even the Dead Sea will not seem warm and gentle to you in this season. Peak tourist season falls in July and August, so for the sake of a relaxing family holiday, you shouldn’t come here during these months either. If you go to Israel with small children in spring or early autumn, you will be able to fully enjoy all the delights of such a trip. The gentle sun, warm sea and deserted beaches will help you feel the taste of life, as well as gain strength and improve your health.
Types of recreation for big and small
Israel for adults
Israel is famous throughout not only as the largest religious center, but also a popular health resort. Medicine here is advanced the highest level, like all kinds health complexes. That is why many people come here with their children to improve their health, strengthen their immune system and just have a good time. However, even calm and cultural Israel offers adult tourists a wide range of modern entertainment:
Diving– the Israeli state has access to four seas, each of which has something to surprise its guests, so local diving centers are especially popular among visitors. This is a great opportunity to admire the northernmost coral reefs of Eurasia, swim with dolphins, get acquainted with the colorful underwater world of the Red Sea and wander through old shipwrecks.
Wellness treatments– the gifts of the Dead Sea are known throughout the world for their healing properties; in Israel you can not only swim in one of the saltiest seas on the planet, but also get your dose of useful minerals. If you have problems with the skin or respiratory tract, such a trip will definitely benefit you.
All-terrain vehicle safaris– the desert areas of the Israeli state contain many interesting places and historical sights, which are completely inconvenient to get to on foot. Thanks to the jeep safari service, you can quickly and in style take a ride through the most interesting places.
Excursions– Israel’s rich tourism program will certainly appeal to connoisseurs of religious shrines, temple complexes and ancient architectural works, since this country certainly has something to see.
Beach holiday– luxurious Israeli beaches attract their visitors with velvety sand mounds, comfortable sun loungers and impeccable cleanliness. Here, both adults and children will enjoy sunbathing and enjoying swimming in the warm sea.
Why is Israel attractive for children?
Israeli resorts have a lot of all kinds of entertainment for children and cozy places where you can go for a walk:
Parks and squares– in Israel, green spaces are found at almost every step. As a rule, they are equipped with children's playgrounds and even a couple of exciting rides, which you won't have to pay anything to ride.
Children's playgrounds and swings– real labyrinths of slides, chains, ladders and small houses are already waiting for your kids. They are not only colorful and interesting, but also safe, which is especially important for children and their parents. The Israelis have never spared money on creating favorable conditions for active children's recreation.
Shabbat– every Saturday in Israel turns into a real celebration, which especially pleases little children. Entertainment includes artists and musicians, acrobats and jugglers.
Museum tours– a holiday with a child does not have to be lazy activity, since in Israel you can always find time for an educational excursion. The museums here are colorful and colorful, so your child will be delighted.
Hamei Gaash- a legendary place famous for its healing natural mineral springs. There are a couple of comfortable swimming pools for children and adults, as well as a whole entertainment system.
Resorts and hotels in Israel for families with children
Whichever city in Israel you choose to travel with your child, you will certainly be satisfied with your vacation, as this country offers a lot of interesting opportunities for a family vacation. Among the seaside resorts in Israel, Eilat is most suitable for such purposes. Local well-kept beaches, warm sea and luxury hotel complexes on the first line will certainly delight any tourist. While vacationing in Eilat, you will literally find yourself in the middle nature reserve wondrous beauty, which will definitely make such a vacation unforgettable.
Among Israeli hotel complexes There are quite a few interesting options for family holidays, but not all of them fully satisfy the requirements and preferences of young tourists. One such successful example is five-star and four-star hotels in Eilat, as well as
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Which resort to choose for a holiday with a child
The best time to travel to Israel is in April-May and October-November. During this period it is neither hot nor cold, warm and pleasant. There are several places in Israel where a holiday with a child will be as pleasant as possible.
Eilat, Red Sea
These are coral reefs, colorful fish, bright undersea world. Lovers package tours and all-inclusive hotels choose this resort. The sea is +23 degrees almost all year round; in winter and spring the air temperature averages +25 degrees. It is not worth going here in summer due to the hot and dry climate. There are places in Eilat where a holiday with a child will seem like a fairy tale. For example, the Dolphin Reef Beach Sanctuary is a place where dolphins live in their natural habitat.
Dolphin Reef Beach Reserve, Eilat
On the Mediterranean Sea, beaches of Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Netanya official swimming season starts in April and ends in October.
Tel Aviv
This is a “city without a break”, where you can find round-the-clock parties, entertainment, cafes, bars, nightclubs. The city center is quite noisy. But there are small quiet streets there too. You can find accommodation in a quiet place by contacting here.
Free beaches are suitable for families with children in Tel Aviv:
- Tel Baruch. There is a beach cafe with juices, ice cream, sandwiches and croissants, exercise equipment, green lawns and a small bay that is ideal for children to swim;
- Metzitzim. The approach to the shore is convenient for strollers, there is a children's room nearby playground, three volleyball courts and an equipped outdoor gymnastics corner;
- And paid beach Ha-Tsuk. The beach is well maintained. There are lawns, showers, changing rooms, trails and an open-air gymnasium.
Tel Aviv differs from other resorts in its atmosphere; it is special in this city: a feeling of relaxation, freedom and complete relaxation.
Bat Yam
This is a suburb of Tel Aviv, the so-called “Russian city”. Indeed, the majority of local residents in this city are Russian-speaking. It’s convenient: you can always ask for directions, there are many Russian shops, signs and signs in your native, understandable language. The city has an embankment where you want to walk, inhaling the smell of the sea, rollerblading or biking, or eating ice cream at sunset.
For budget holiday It’s best to rent an apartment, buy food in supermarkets and cook it yourself, go to the sea and take buses for a walk to Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
One of best hotels Bat Yama - . It is suitable for those who are willing to pay more to avoid cooking and cleaning.
The best beach for children with a breakwater is Stone Beach. It is shallow, warm water and clean sand.
Netanya
This is a city with mainly French population. Here it seems that you are not in Israel, but in France. Bakeries, coffee shops, French speech.
Families with children and pensioners have chosen this city, so it is quiet, peaceful, calm and pleasant to live here.
Netanya has a high shore, so going down to the beach on foot with a stroller is quite inconvenient, but you can go by car or by elevator. Next to the elevator there is observation deck with magnificent sea views.
One of the beaches of Netanya, on the left is the elevator 
Elevator to the beach, Netanya
What to visit with a child in Israel
Children are loved in Israel, so there are a huge number of places where both adults and children will be interested.
Tel Aviv and surroundings
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Be careful, Israeli buses have strong air conditioning. Take long sleeve sweaters with you to the salon.
Rent a Car
A car is the most convenient and free way to move around the country. You can rent a car in Israel. But if you want to enjoy the views and not think about parking, gas stations, navigation, it is better to choose another type of transport.
Transfer
Transfer must be ordered in advance. If necessary, you must request a child car seat. The driver of such a car is Russian-speaking, always polite and responsive, and if you wish, he will gladly tell you about local life on the road. The transfer price depends on the duration of the trip and the number of passengers, minimum $60. You can order a transfer.
If your trip to Israel is prolonged: how to choose a kindergarten, school, and clubs for your child
Longest possible tourist trip to Israel, which you can count on - 90 days.
Unfortunately, there is a bureaucracy in Israeli kindergartens and schools, so there is very little chance of enrolling a child in a regular kindergarten/school.
But you can easily find
June. Family with children
We had long dreamed of visiting Israel, we thought for a long time about which resort to go to, because we took our schoolgirl daughter with us on the trip. We decided on Tel Aviv. We flew to Israel at the beginning of June. At this time it was not too hot yet, we tried not to be under the scorching sun during the day. We rested on Alma beach, there were fewer people there. The beach itself is sandy, the sea is warm and very salty, just ideal for children just learning to swim. Nearby is Old Jaffa.
Of the excursions, my daughter and I really liked the safari: open park+ zoo in the suburbs of Tel Aviv. On tourist bus you pass by animals: lions, hippos, rhinoceroses, ostriches, zebras, flamingos, elephants, giraffes. You see them literally side by side, it’s very interesting; in a zoo you can’t see the animals so close.
There are many cafes with European cuisine in Tel Aviv; you can easily choose a dish for your child: soup, turkey, chicken. I was amazed that local residents They are very kind to children.
Antonina
May. Family with children
We vacationed in Israel last May. We were in Eilat with my husband and two children: three and eight years old. In May it is already quite hot, the water in the sea is warm, like fresh milk. It took ten minutes to get to the beach from our hotel. The beach itself is sandy, but there are pebbles in the sea, be sure to buy rubber slippers for your children, they are sold at every turn and are not expensive. We laid out towels, but you can rent sun loungers. We had breakfast at the hotel, lunch and dinner in a cafe. As such baby food almost nowhere, but there are many dishes that are ideal for children. You can’t find dairy products in stores, just like baby food, so it’s better to take instant cereals from home. At the end of the embankment there is big park entertainment Kings City, my eldest son really liked it there. We visited the aquarium museum and saw huge stingrays, turtles, and sharks. With children, be sure to visit the dolphin reef, where you can even swim with dolphins, our children were delighted.
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