Israel’s Leading Destination
At the most southerly part of Israel lies the beachfront location of Eilat. This modest section of the Israel shoreline is squeezed between Taba in Egypt to the west and Aqaba in Jordan to the east. In its early days, Eilat was officially recognized as a town in 1959 with a population of 6,000. 50 years later, the population had risen to 55,000 and it was firmly established on the tourism map.
Nowadays, travellers from Israel and other countries travel to Eilat which has plenty to offer with a range of hotels, shopping outlets along with discos, cafes and places to eat. Unsurprisingly, there are a large number of fish restaurants not to mention others offering Italian, American, Brazilian, Japanese, Israeli, Mexican, French, Chinese, Thai, Korean and Lebanese cuisine.
Eilat also has a tax-free status so for Israelis; it is a shopping haven as they don’t have to pay VAT presently at 17%. The main shopping mall in Eilat is the Mall Hayam not far from the beachfront and has a extensive range of shops.
At nighttime, Eilat comes to life and the Isrotel Wow Latino show is a Latin extravaganza. Wild music, dancers and virtuosos generate an impressive atmosphere with artists engaging in amazing routines. The show is ideal for all the family and lower rates are available for Isrotel Hotels guests.
Eilat is furthermore on a migration path for millions of birds thus it’s also a fabulous holiday location for bird-watchers. The scenery nearly Eilat is eye-catching with desert mountains soaring on either side of the Syrian African Rift Valley.
In the sea, the underwater life in Eilat is nothing short of impressive. There is an abundant variety of coral, fish and more, Scuba diving is well-liked with holidaymakers and for all those who aren’t certified divers, snorkelling and glass bottomed boat outings are generally other good options for seeing the marine world. The Underwater Observatory can take you 6m below the sea, permitting you to observe the underwater life as if you were in the ocean.
The Dolphin Reef is home to a group of Bottlenose dolphins and travellers and tourists can watch these desirable creatures in their natural habitat. The dolphins are free to come and socialize with divers and snorkellers who found yourself in Dolphin Reef to see them. For all those who really do not want to get into the water, floating piers and vantage points are on hand.
So with all this and more to provide, it is obvious to see why Eilat holidays are becoming a growing number of renowned. With hotels to cater for all budgets, your Eilat holiday promises you a true ‘get away from it all’Â for the whole family.
