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Relax, Refresh and
Restore Your Senses
Israel is truly a land of contrasts, where
ancient sites and religious icons stand side
by side with modern structures. The rich
heritage of the region and its importance
for several major world religions, along with
an abundance of archaeological sites, a
sun-drenched climate and its natural beauty,
make it one of the top must-see destinations.
One of Israel’s unique destinations is undoubtedly
the Dead Sea. At 400 metres below
sea level, it is the lowest place on Earth
and one of the saltiest on the planet. The
high mineral content is believed to offer
therapeutic benefits and throughout history
the area has been coveted. Cleopatra
encouraged Mark Antony to conquer the
Dead Sea in order to have access to the
balsam forests, which were used to produce
cosmetics and perfumes, items highly valued
by the Egyptian elite of the era. The Romans
recognized the medicinal benefits of the
water and had it imported to Italy. A low
pollen and allergen content in the atmosphere
and rich mineral deposits combine with
the climate to create the perfect conditions
for a therapeutic paradise.
Not surprisingly, the region features some
of the best spas in the world:
Ein Gedi Spa and Resort Hotel
Like an oasis in the Judean Desert, the
Ein Gedi Spa and Resort overlooks the
Dead Sea and the Moab Mountains. The
sulphur pools, great for detoxing the body,
are constantly refreshed with mineral-rich
BONNE SANTÉ
Israel’s sun-drenched climate
and its natural beauty
make it one of the
top must-see
destinations.
mountain spring water, while therapeutic
black mud is widely used as a treatment for
joint and skin diseases. The emphasis here
is on complete relaxation: just 15 minutes
of floating in the natural hot springs lowers
blood pressure and reduces tension. Follow
this up with a nap in the relaxation room or
a skilled massage for maximum rejuvenation
of body and soul.
The cradle of Christianity, Galilee is also
a popular vacation destination for Israelis
and world travellers who come here for the
beautiful scenery and fine cuisine, as well
as the renowned healing capabilities of
its waters. Israel’s largest freshwater lake,
the Sea of Galilee (Lake Kinneret) is a
sparkling sapphire surrounded by a paradise
of trees, shrubs and wildflowers. Its lakeside
promenade draws visitors year-round. The
natural beauty of the region, the relics from
Biblical times and an incredible selection of
world-renowned spas make this a sanctuary
in every sense of the word.
Tiberias Hot Springs
Located on the western shore of the Sea
of Galilee, the Tiberias Hot Springs Spa
offers 17 mineral-rich hot springs as well as
an abundance of piloma mud, known for its
skin-rejuvenating qualities. Treatment options
include the thermo mineral pools that provide
a host of therapeutic benefits, piloma mud
pools, luxurious body treatments, ancient
Turkish baths (hamam) as well as a health
centre that features therapies for rheumatism,
backache and joint pain.
Whether you seek the healing properties
of the Dead Sea or the pastoral beauty and
tranquility of Galilee, you can be sure that
your visit will be an unforgettable one.
Ask us about these and other spa vacations
to Israel.