In the heart of the Negev, only a few steps from the Ramon Crater, stands the new Ramon Hotel. The Hotel will offer 34 highly equipped and spacious rooms where you can discover the ultimate desert experience in this unique area. The Mitzpe Ramon is only 2 hours away from Tel Aviv and 2 hours away from Eilat. Mitzpe Ramon’s biggest sight is the Ramon Crater (Machtesh Ramon), 500 meters deep, 40 kilometers long, 10 kilometers at its widest, and claimed to be the largest in the world.
While in the Ramon Hotel you can enjoy many activities such as Negev Jeep tours, Tel Aviv University’s Wise Observatory, outdoor adventures Experience the depths of the Negev desert including the Spice Route and Ramon Crater along the most picturesque routes by jeep, camel or hiking and much more.
The hotel will open during spring 2010 and we will update you in the coming weeks about final opening schedule.
More information, deals and online reservations in the Ramon Hotel >>
Despite its small geographic size, Israel offers the palate quite a vast range of flavors and cuisines to sample and enjoy. The food culture here runs much deeper than the Hummus and Falafel that it’s well known for; though they are quite delicious as well. Much like the makeup of its citizens, Israeli restaurant represent every corner of the earth and do so in a fantastic fashion.
Unlike many other cities around the world which might specialize in one or two cuisines, Israeli restaurants are quite adept at a wide range of cuisines. You can find anything from Sushi restaurants to steak houses, Far East to East European and of course Middle Eastern and North African themed restaurants all with a local twist. The fusion of cuisines with local spices and flavors results in an extremely diverse and rich selection of restaurants which are not to be missed; they do not only serve delicious food but are also reasonably priced.
Also noteworthy are the cafés which can be found throughout the city. These café offer more than your standard coffee and pastries selection; their menus are quite extensive and some of the best Israeli breakfasts and other unique dishes can be found here. The café culture in Israel is quite developed and it’s not uncommon to see people spending many hours throughout the day or going to a café rather than restaurant to enjoy a meal. During your stay in Israel don’t shy away from cafés when looking to enjoy a delicious meal, on the contrary you should make it a point to enjoy a meal while soaking up a part of the Israeli culture.
Some of our Favorites:
Coffee Bar
A well known bistro serving great food at an affordable prices.
Address: Yad Harotzim, Tel Aviv, Israel
Tel: +972-3-688-9696
Adora – a romantic and intimic atmosphere- chef bistro, offering an delicious fusion of French and Mediterranean cuisine in extremely reasonable prices.
Adora restaurant is located at Ben Yehuda 226, Tel Aviv.
Tel: +972-3-6050896
Fu Sushi – A new Sushi restaurant in the Northern part of Tel Aviv, Not far from The Old Port and Dizengoff Steet.
Address: 32 Yirmiyahu street
Tel: +972-3-6051000
Deca – A very good Kosher gourmet restaurant, in the center of Tel Aviv : 10 HaTa’asiya St. Tel Aviv.
Tel: +972-3-5629900
Refael – An excellent chef restaurant with a great atmosphere . 87 HaYarkon St. Tel Aviv
Tel: +972-3-5226464;
The new Kfar Maccabiah Hotel and Suites which opened in 2008 is conveniently located in the heart of the Tel Aviv metropolitan area. The hotel is situated along side the beautiful and serene Ramat Gan National Park.
Our guests are treated to 5-star hospitality in our 130 deluxe room wing or new wing which has 130 suites. The hotel houses the largest sports and country club in Israel to which all guests are given complimentary admission.
Awaiting your enjoyment are the hotel’s luxurious Lobby, Sports Restaurants, Bar, Cafeteria, Business Lounges, Mini-market, Synagogue and state-of-the-art Spa
The city of Zippori, founded in the Hellenistic/Maccabees era by Alexander Janneus, is located on hill in the Lower Galilee half way between the Kinneret (Sea of Galilee) and the Mediterranean Sea. Josephus Flavius, a first century C.E. historian, described it as “the ornament of all Galilee.” The city’s name may have originated from the Hebrew word “tsipor” meaning bird and highlighting the view from the top of the hill.
The city may get its name from the Hebrew word “tsipor” (bird) because the view from the town gives a sense of flying.
Zippori, was conquered by the Romans in 37 B.C.E but during the revolt against Rome in 66 C.E., the Jews of Zippori elected not to take arms; conversely they opened the city gates to the legions of Roman Emperor Vespasian. In return the city was saved and renamed Eirenopolis or “city of peace” as evidenced by coins minted in Zippori during that period.
The city had developed into an essential site, in the Land of Israel, for Jewish religious and spiritual life during the second century. The Bar-Kohba revolt of 135 introduced an influx of jewish refugees into the Galilee who by the Third Century were the town’s majority. Rabbi Yehuda Hanasi, who also redacted the Mishnah, headed and relocated the Sanhedrin (Supreme Jewish religious and Judicial body) to Zippori during the Third Century. Long after the Sanhedrin was moved to Tiberias, Zippori retained its status as an important center of Bible study and many prominent sages taught in its academies. Zippori was an important trade market for traders due to it being strategically located on and around major trade routes.
Zippori National Park
Zippori National Park, encompassing the ruins and archaeology findings of the ancient Roman- and Talmudic-era city of Zippori, is located in the rolling hills of Lower Galilee, west of Nazareth.
