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BOOKING A HOTEL IN ISRAEL

CrownePlaza&HolidayInn Hotels or business trips, family visits or vacations in Israel, Africa Israel Hotels Ltd. offers a range of top tier hotels to accomF modate any type of tourist in Israel. Africa Israel Hotels owns and manages 6 Crowne Plaza hotels, one Holiday Inn and two additional non-branded hotels in Israel. The Crowne Plaza Hotels are located in most of Israel’s main cities and resort areas: Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Eilat and the Dead Sea, including the new state-of-the-art Crowne Plaza Tel Aviv City Center. Each hotel has its own unique flair and an unabated commitment to high standards and guest satisfaction. Hotels offer a full range of services, including high-speed Internet access, 24 hour lounge, conference rooms, entertainment, tours, world-class restaurants, health clubs and spas.

Crowne Plaza Tel Aviv In the “city that never sleeps,” on the Tel Aviv seashore promenade, Crowne Plaza Tel Aviv is just minutes from the city’s hub of entertainment, shopping, business and nightlife.

Crowne Plaza Tel Aviv City Center The new Crowne Plaza Tel Aviv City Center overlooks the metropolis. Ideally located, the hotel is a 12 minute train ride from the Ben Gurion International Airport, a 5-minute drive from the Israel Trade Fairs and Convention Center, walkingdistance from the city center and adjacent to the Azrieli Mall, comprising 180 shops.

Crowne Plaza, Jerusalem The Crowne Plaza Jerusalem hotel is the tallest building in the city. All rooms have balconies or panoramic windows overlooking the views of the old city. The hotel is located near the Jerusalem International Convention Center and just a short walk from the Israel Museum, the Knesset and the Supreme Court complex.

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Crowne Plaza, Haifa In the heart of this culturally diverse city, on Mount Carmel’s green slopes and with breathtaking views of Haifa bay, lies the Crowne Plaza Haifa Hotel. Both business guests and holidaymakers are guaranteed an unforgettable visit.

Holiday Inn, Ashkelon The Mediterranean beaches surrounding Holiday Inn Ashkelon form a wonderful natural backdrop, perfect for a family vacation. The Hotel’s arches and its shades of yellow and blue integrate with perfect harmony into the coastal landscape.

Crowne Plaza Dead Sea Situated at the lowest point on the Earth, right on the water’s edge and with its own private beach, the Crowne Plaza Dead Sea offers you a luxurious retreat. The hotel offers 304 spacious, stylish family guest rooms, romantic rooms and luxurious suites all with wonderful views of the Dead Sea.

The hotel offers great ambience, warm and friendly service and entertainment.

Crowne Plaza, Eilat Crowne Plaza Eilat is located on the promenade across from the Lagoon’s rolling beaches.

The decorated lobby with the tree of knowledge reaching up to the sky, the snake around the trunk and roots, the mosaic floor, is confirmation that you have officially reached paradise.

AFI Patio, Eilat AFI Patio Eilat Hotel was designed especially to guarantee you a magical family holiday that provides you with the best value for your money.

Crowne Plaza Ashdod Situated at the sea-shore, Crowne Plaza Ashdod is the perfect combination of business and leisure. Facing the beautifully blue Mediterranean view, the hotel offers 183 modern and fresh décor rooms and suites. * Opening summer 2010

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Intimate Luxury on the Beach Whether on Holiday or on Business Enjoy the luxury of the Carlton Tel Aviv Hotel.

In the heart of the city, overlooking the Mediterranean, you will find the newly designed features and unique gracious style.

Along with our spacious guest rooms and inviting suites which will make your stay simply… Unforgettable!

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BOOKING A HOTEL IN ISRAEL

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OrchidHotels

rchid Hotel Management, owned by Jordache Group, boasts two luxury hotels in Israel: An exotic resort in Eilat overlooking the Red Sea, and a luxury hotel in the bustling city of Tel Aviv, located on the city’s beach. The company is currently developing three other major projects across Israel: The Pasha Orchid Hotel Tel Aviv-Jaffa, Orchid Hotel Kinneret and the Orchid Hotel - Country Club Tel Aviv-Herzliya.

Park Plaza Orchid Tel Aviv Overlooking breathtaking views of the sea and Old Jaffa, the four-star Park Plaza Orchid is located at a walking distance from Tel Aviv’s entertainment, cultural and business centers, a variety of restaurants, cafes and shops.

The hotel offers 182 elegant, air-conditioned modern-style rooms, including superior rooms, studios and suites. The hotel is the perfect place for vacationers in the big city as well as business people seeking a centrally located, professional environment.

All rooms are elegantly furnished and offer free wireless internet, a work area, telephone, cable TV, mini bar, hairdryer and safe. Studio rooms and one/two room suites also have a kitchenette and are suitable for families or businesspeople interested in long-term accommodation.

For businesspeople visiting this financial hub, the hotel also offers a business center and services and an executive lounge.

Laptops are available free of charge for any purpose.

Vacationers and families can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and tanning deck (open April-October), the cutting edge fitness club, and the elegant spa and massage treatments available. If you want to explore the city on wheels, bicycle are available free of charge.

Other hotel services include a rich Israeli breakfast, room service, underground parking and dry cleaning and laundry.

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The highly-professional, warm staff will do the utmost to guarantee that the hotel’s guests enjoy a pleasurable, carefree stay.

Orchid Hotel Eilat On the shores of the Almog (Coral) Beach, between the desert hills and the blue waters of the bay, lies an enchanted paradise – the Orchid Hotel.

This exotic holiday resort offers guests a variety of rooms and suites, from the Siam Wing, designed in Far Eastern style, to the new, luxurious Shangri-La Wing.

Siam Wing The 133 Siam rooms are located at the top of the mountain and overlooking the breathtaking beauty of the Red Sea. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, cable LCD satellite television, digital safe, kingsize beds, a mini-refrigerator, and hairdryer. There are also family rooms with a gallery, suitable for two adults and two children, and rooms are available with an inter-connecting door.

All the rooms are designed in traditional Thai style, adding to the exotic, tropical experience of your stay at the hotel.

Shangri-La Wing In 2006 the gates of the newest and most prestigious wing of the Orchid Hotel were opened – the Shangri-La wing, with 36 rooms, 9 Shangri-La villas and the Grand Shangri-La Villa.

The Shangri-La wing is located at the highest area of the hotel, facing the spectacular view of the bay of Eilat.

The five-star deluxe rooms and villas are designed to bring you the magic of the Far East.

The rooms offer spacious bathrooms and luxurious furnishings, 32” plasma televisions with cable/satellite channels, balconies overlooking the bay of Eilat, top quality king-sized beds, air conditioning, a digital safe, mini-refrigerator, and hairdryer, feather or synthetic quilts and pillows to give you the pleasure of intimate, homey comfort. Family rooms have galleries and are suitable for couples and two children.

Shangri-La villas The nine large villas overlooking the breathtaking view of the Eilat bay, have terraces complete with a double tanning mattress and an outdoor Jacuzzi. Each villa offers a lounge area, spacious bathrooms overlooking the bay, 32” plasma televisions with cable/ satellite channels, air conditioning, a digital safe, mini-refrigerator, hairdryer and a top quality king-sized bed. These unique villas are intended for 2 guests only.

Grand Shang ri-La The Grand Shangri-La Villa is located at the very top of the ShangriLa wing, and offers a large terrace overlooking the shoreline at the foot of the hill,

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and the stunning Edom hills.

This exclusive villa has a flower garden and a large swimming pool that is partly covered and partly open-air. The villa consists of two luxury suites with modern-style bathrooms, 42” plasma televisions with cable/ satellite channels, and a beautiful, spacious lounge. The Grand Shangri-La Villa is intended for a maximum of 4 guests.

Wireless Internet access is free of charge in all rooms and the hotel grounds.

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Mizpe Hayamim is the only member in Israel of the prestigious French Hotel Association

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Located on the eastern slopes of biblical Mount Canaan, with breathtaking views of the Golan Mountains and the Sea of Galilee, in the heart of the enchanted Galilee hills, lays the Mizpe Hayamim Hotel, Spa and Organic Farm.

This majestic hotel includes spacious rooms, extravagant suites, spa, indoor swimming pool, library, an exquisite art gallery, gourmet restaurant, various work shops and more.

The hotel spa offers an impressive variety of about 40 different types of treatments – for health, cosmetics, or for pure relaxation or pampering of the body and soul.

The Organic Farm extends over an area of about 40 acres and includes a variety of fruit orchards, vegetable gardens, spice gardens, livestock, and is considered to be the most diverse of its kind in the world.

The unique location creates an island of ecological harmony between man and nature.

You are welcome to visit the hotel website and watch a video about the hotel, its varied facilities, the Organic Farm and the general exclusive ambiance.

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Vote for the World’s Seven Natural Wonders

The Dead Sea

A Natural Wonder

Set against the spectacular cliffs of the Judean Desert, the Dead Sea, a top candidate for the new ‘Seven Natural Wonders of the World’ is an oasis of tranquility, health and extraordinary natural and historic sites.

By Ofra Gazit

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he Dead Sea region has been blessed with a rare combination of magnificent sites, breathtaking views, ancient landmarks and unique health and beauty natural resources. It is no surprise that this beautiful oasis of lush greenery and wildlife surrounded by the arid, vast desert has recently been named one of the finalists in the vote on the world’s seven natural wonders (more details at: www.new7wonders.com).

Here one can find peace and tranquility, as well as challenging nature hikes; pampering, rejuvenating retreats alongside adventure-filled vacations. The Dead Sea simply has it all.

Archeological sites A range of archeological sites from various periods, are located throughout the region, with the crown jewels being the magnificent Masada and Ein Gedi.

Recently, a new museum was opened at the Masada National Park. The museum, which offers guided tours, includes archeological remnants and historical testimonies – from those of ancient historian Josephus Flavius to modern-day archeologist Yigael Yadin. The fascinating and well thoughtout exhibition truly brings the Masada myth to life.

Nature reserves – A vast part of the Judean Desert is a nature reserve rich with springs and streams, unique flora and fauna and protected wildlife. The Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, which includes the David and Arugot streams, is probably the most prominent example of the area's special landscape.

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ceptionally high level of water salinity (33% - ten times higher than that of the Mediterranean), enables bathers to float effortlessly on the water and enjoy a uniquely relaxing experience. The air is dry, pollution-free and rich with oxygen and temperatures are high even in mid-winter. Additionally, at the Dead Sea the sun's ultraviolet rays are attenuated, a fact which allows for risk-free tanning and also works as a natural remedy for various skin conditions.

Along the shores one can find spots of warm, mineral-rich "healing water" that, when combined with the area's typical black mud, create an ideal foundation for health and beauty treatments.

Thanks to these natural attributes the Dead Sea has become an international center for health tourism. Several clinics, each specializing in a different area, operate in the region and clinical studies on the benefits of the sun, air, water and mud are conducted there regularly.

Historic sites The area is home to some of the world's well-known and most important historic sites, including Masada, the Caves of Qumran, Jericho, the Roman Strongholds and the monasteries in the Judean Desert.

Tourism - Fifteen hotels consisting of 4,000 rooms are spread along the Dead Sea coastline, and additional accommodation is offered in the area's communities. Vacationers can choose from a wide selection of leisure and entertainment activities, including hiking, jeep tours, Bedouin hospitality, agricultural tours and much more.

Cultural events Several prominent cultural and sporting events are held in the area each year: The Tamar Festival – A music festival held during Sukkoth and hosting the leading singers and musicians in Israel.

Mount Sodom Race – An international mountain bike race recognized by the UCI (International Cyclist Union), which combines professional cycling with open-to-all tracks. The competition is held each year in November.

The international Ein-Gedi race in memory of Giora and Tomer Ron – Held annually in February, this road-running event celebrated its 28th anniversary this year and regularly attracts over 2,000 participants. Top runners from Israel and across the world take part in the race, as well as children, teenagers and disabled athletes.

The Dead Sea Conference An annual event that aims at drawing national and global attention to the dire condition of the sea, in a bid to save it from ecological destruction. >>

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The Newly Renovated Kfar Giladi Hotel

e Kfar Giladi Hotel is located in Kibbutz Kfar Giladi, in a center of Israel’s Upper Galilee region. Attractive recreation facilities are no more than a short drive away. is distinguished hotel, originally built some 70 years ago by the members of Kibbutz Kfar Giladi, has been renovated of late with a completely refurbished lobby and renovated rooms for both families and couples. e design and décor of hotel’s 170 spacious rooms, equipped with a full range of facilities, have drawn inspiration from the combination of the old, dating from the Hashomer era, and today's new modern style.

Leisure and Pleasure Facilities An indoor heated swimming pool and an outside swimming pool (in season) Health spa and gymnasium Scenic walking trail with splendid views A coffee bar in the hotel lobby Synagogue, conference and convention halls, free Internet access

Tel: +972(4)6900000 Fax: +972(4)6900069 www.kfar-giladi.co.il sales@kfar-giladi.co.il In the heart of the religious Kibbutz Lavi and surrounded by calmness Elegant rooms and deluxe suites Indoor heated pool, sauna and fitness room Kosher restaurant with varieties of delicious foods (Glatt kosher) Minutes away from the Kineret, Golan, and the various attractions in the Northern area Synagc ogues and halls fully equipped for celebrations, conferences and seminars with dedicated staff for your service

Peaceful and Delightful Vacation in the Galilee

Personal Relationship and Real Pleasure Call: 972-4-6799061/6 visit: www.Lavi.co.il

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Indeed, summer is naturally our peak season and this year we’ll be flying some 60,000 passengers on nonstop flights from North America (, NY (JFK/Newark, Los Angeles, and Toronto) to Israel between June and August.

This means we’ll be operating 36 nonstop flights a week, 30% more than in winter.

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KIBBUTZ HOTELS KIBBUTZ HOTELS

THE ISRAEL THE ISRAEL The Kibbutz Hotels Israel's largest, most widespread network of hotels, holiday villages and country lodgings.

Wherever you go you'll find us, we are everywhere... from the southernmost point of Eilat's Red Sea, to high up in the north, near the snowy slopes of Mount Hermon.

Kibbutzim are located throughout Israel's beautiful, rustic countryside, near all places of interest.

Fly & Drive Program Pre-plan and book your tour in Israel through the Kibbutz Hotels Chain. Upon arriving pick up a pre-booked rental car.

You'll receive the KHC booklet containing a map of Israel and hotel vouchers for your tour.

Our Fly & Drive program means touring conveniently at your own pace. If you decide to pre-book only the first and last nights, you can use KHC's open vouchers for the rest of your stay (not available during high season and holidays).

Discover Israel This package is ideal for visitors who do not want to drive themselves, but still want to see the country. Stay one week in one of the kibbutz hotel, Ramat Rachel, Shefayim or Marina Tel-Aviv and enjoy 3 different bus tours: • The Holy city: Jerusalem (including the old city).

• Judean Desert: Massada, The Dead Sea & Ein Gedi.

• The Footsteps of Jesus: Nazareth, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee & Tiberias.

Cycle Israel We offer tourists a way of enjoying Israel from a different viewpoint, taking in the country's stunning views at a slower pace - on a bicycle.

Israel boasts many designated cycling routes,

both urban and rural.

Cycle tours are becoming increasingly popular and are suitable for all ages, for leisure and fun or as a challenge sport, for individuals and organized groups. Cycling is possible in almost all weathers.

The program can be integrated into any itinerary.

Desert Jeep Tours We offer tourists a different way of enjoying the uniquely dramatic scenery of the Judean and Negev deserts on guided jeep tours (not self-drive).

Jeep touring is a special way - and sometimes the only way - to reach all kinds of magical, out-of-the-way corners nestling in the heart of the desert: oases, wadis, underground reservoirs, nesting grounds, as well as fascinating geological and archeological sites - and there's always the chance of a close encounter with some desert wildlife.

The program can be integrated into any itinerary.

Agricultural Tours The history of the kibbutzim is also the history of agriculture in Israel since the begining of the 20th century.

The Kibbutz Hotels offers tailor made, professional agricultural tours throughout Israel in every subject.

new Desert Delight Uncover the Mysteries of the South of Israel Embark on an enthralling desert adventure with the Israel Kibbutz Hotels and C.T.O. Consolidated Tour Operators Ltd., who have Joined together to offer you an unforgettable experience.

Kibbutz Hotels and Holiday Villages: Kfar Giladi • Ein Gev • Ma'agan • Nof Ginosar • Lavi (religious) Nahsholim • Dor • Shefayim • Tel Aviv - Marina Hotel • Shoresh Yad Hashmona • Ma'ale Hachamisha • Ramat Rachel • Almog • Kalia Ein Gedi • Isrotel Ramon Inn • Eilot • Eilat - Isrotel Riviera

COME STAY WITH US IN ONE OF OUR HOTELS IN TEL AVIV OR HAIFA! Country Lodgings: Yehiam • Gonen • Merom Golan • Moshav Ramot - Sagi Farm • Afik Amiad • Ginosar Inn • Ashdot Ya'acov Ichud • Sha'ar Hagolan Degania Bet • Nahsholim • Harel • Mashabei Sade' • Eilot For More Information call our Reservations Center: +972-3-560-8118 or visit www.kibbutz.co.il. khc_rcv@kibbutz.co.il

The Colony Hotel Haifa

Armon Hayarkon Hotel Tel Aviv

A unique boutique hotel Situated in a preserved building in the German Colony, the restored historic center of Haifa and next to the Baha’i Gardens. Completely renovated with 40 luxurious rooms of the highest design standards

Armon Hayarkon Hotel is a business and pleasure’ hotel in Tel Aviv located on Hayarkon Street, in one of Tel-Aviv’s most lucrative areas, two minutes from the sea,Tel-Aviv port, marina,bars, clubs, cinemas, shopping centres and ethnic restaurants.

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Join us in celebrating AMIT’s 85th Anniversary on our Mission to Israel October 31-November 7, 2010 Rates: approximately $1500 a person in a double room, land only For more information, please contact Rebekah Grossman, Manager of Israel Programs, at 212-792-5690 or rebekahg@amitchildren.org.

• Luxurious spa hotel and spa mornings.

• Screening of Beaufort, Academy Award Nominee, Best Foreign Language Film, 2007, with discussion by Ron Leshem, Israeli author of the book on which the film is based.

• Visits to outstanding AMIT schools from north to south.

• Literary and architectural tours.

• Walk in the historic area of Zikhron Ya’akov, founded by Baron Edmund de Rothschild in the 1800s, with opportunities to visit boutiques, galleries, restaurants and cafes.

• Special Gala Celebration for the 85th Anniversary.

• Dedication Day in Beersheva in honor of the 85th Anniversary • Farewell dinner and art showing at Sotheby’s.

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The Dead sea is a wonderful natural creation combining four elemnts to become a single holistic experience.

The sea water, the black mud, bromine saturated air and the sun's rays give life to

Nature's Natural spa.

We invite you to enjoy the thermo-mineral sulfar water baths (with separate bathing for men and women available) in an air conditioned building, a fresh water pool, open to the public in season, while near the beach there is a "mud pool" that includes thermo-mineral showers for body massage.

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‫ ימים טיול‬ ‫טיול‬ ‫טיול‬ ‫ ימים‬ ‫ וושינגטון‬

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‫ וושינגטון‬ ‫ פילדלפיה‬ ‫ פילדלפיה‬ ‫ וושינגטון‬ ‫האמיש‬ ‫ כת‬ ‫האמיש‬ ‫ כת‬ ‫ פילדלפיה‬ ‫טיול‬ ‫ימים‬ ‫ כת ‬ ‫האמיש‬ ‫עד שני‬ ‫ ראשון עד‬ ‫ ראשון‬ ‫שני‬ ‫ ‬ ‫לאתרים‬ ‫כניסה‬ ‫ כולל‬ ‫ וושינגטון‬ ‫לאתרים‬ ‫ כולל‬ ‫שני‬ ‫כניסהעד‬ ‫ ראשון‬ ‫במלון‬ ‫בוקר‬ ‫ ארוחת‬ ‫ פילדלפיה‬ ‫ ארוחת בוקר במלון‬ ‫לאתרים‬ ‫כניסהערב‬ ‫ ארוחת‬ ‫האמיש‬ ‫ כולל כת‬ ‫ערב‬ ‫ ארוחת‬ ‫בוקר במלון‬ ‫ ארוחת ‬ ‫למהדרין‬ ‫ כשרה‬ ‫ ארוחתעדערב‬ ‫שני‬ ‫ ראשון‬ ‫למהדרין‬ ‫ כשרה‬ ‫ ‬ ‫כניסה לאתרים‬ ‫ כולל‬ ‫במלון‬ ‫ כשרהבוקר‬ ‫ ארוחת‬ ‫למהדרין‬ ‫ ארוחת ערב‬ ‫ ‬ ‫ ‬ ‫ כשרה למהדרין‬ ‫ ‬

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