There is a resort in Israel - Eilat. Reviews of tourists about it are very good, and one can try to get an impression of how things are there. This city is in the middle of the desert, and therefore its beauty makes a special impression. It offers accommodation in hotels of different levels. Our compatriots, as a rule, choose the "quartet" and the "five" and basically remain satisfied, despite the high prices. But "seasoned" prefer an independent trip and rent an apartment.
Eilat: reviews of tourists about the sea
The resort is located on the shores of the Red Sea, and so you can go here to rest in the winter. Although many assure that the best time to visit Eilat - March-April. There are not many people, but the weather is excellent. In addition, here, as in Egypt, an amazing underwater world. You can watch with a mask for the colorful fish inhabiting the reefs on the Coral beach (towards Sinaia). Or you can visit the underwater "observatory", where the inhabitants of the depths will surround you from all sides. Diving - another lesson for the guests of the city of Eilat. Israel, the reviews of tourists who often talk about holy places, then appears before us as a country for marine recreation. Diver clubs here just do not count. Especially since in summer the water does not become very warm, and in the heat it is very pleasant to swim. And the entrance to the sea is absolutely safe for children, because there is practically no waves.
Eilat: reviews of tourists about cuisine and entertainment
At this resort you do not get bored. As in any similar place, there are a lot of restaurants on the waterfront, cafes closer to the center, evening discos and other entertainment. Grabs and night clubs. Among the bars of Russian-speaking tourists, the pub "Three Monkeys" is especially popular, as well as a cinema with a 3D effect. Inhabitants of expensive hotels in cafes and restaurants do not eat, as in the majority they consider that they are fed to the dump and very diverse in their native hotel. Food in Eilat institutions, of course, kosher, but it introduces the peculiarities of Jewish traditional cuisine. Almost all tourists praise seafood (perfectly cooked and huge portions) and beautiful exotic fruits. Some note the special taste of local pomegranate wine.
Eilat: reviews of tourists about shopping and excursions
As in any Mediterranean country, Israel has a lot of local souvenirs, which are taken from here by holidaymakers. To do this, you need to visit the local bazaar. And those who want to buy themselves some branded thing, advise to walk along the main shopping streets, and in the evening along the embankment. There are boutiques and shops of famous designers, and the prices are far from sky-high. The city itself is interesting to walk, but the public transport system is well developed. In addition, many local residents speak Russian and all of you will show and tell, as they say, "at its best." Of the excursions the most common are sea walks - by boat, a journey to the so-called Rifa Dolphins, where you can swim with these clever creatures. Still, as in neighboring Egypt, various kinds of safaris, visits to a jewelry factory, a camel's farm, etc. are common. Often order excursions to Jerusalem. Even on New Year's Eve, people come to Eilat. Reviews of tourists (2013 including) convincingly prove that whenever you decide to visit this resort town, you can always find entertainment for your liking.