The Promised Land is fraught with many attractions and relics for adherents of different religions. Visiting Jerusalem holy places and rest in Eilat, Tel Aviv beach parties and treatment in the waters of the Dead Sea - Israel is multifaceted and distinctive, and therefore hundreds of thousands of travelers strive to visit there every year. But how justified are trips to Israel with children? Let's try to figure it out by considering the obvious pros and cons of such a tour.
For or Against?
In listing the arguments "for", the special value of this country in terms of an interesting religious and cultural heritage undoubtedly leads. The most significant temples and mosques for believers are located here, there is the Wailing Wall - a sacred relic for the Jews.
The sea and the sun are the second undoubted plus for organizing holidays in Israel with children. Moreover, the state is called the country of four seas, each of which is unique and interesting in its own way.
But such trips also have their negative sides, not to mention which it would be unfair:
- The traditional Shabbat begins in the State of Israel at the end of Friday and continues until the end of Saturday. During this time, all shops, entertainment centers, restaurants and cafes are closed. In the vast majority of hotels, Shabbat traditions are sacred and this can cause serious inconvenience when resting with small children.
- Pilgrimage tours to Israel are, rather, the choice of adults. A child is unlikely to find it interesting wandering over the stones under the scorching sun in a close crowd of believers.
- Prices for vacations in Israel with or without children have always been quite high with an absolutely standard approach to the quality of service. In other words, for the same money in Egypt or Turkey you can get a much more interesting and varied program and more comfort.
Preparing properly
Going on vacation to Israel with children, it is important to understand the tasks of the upcoming trip. Treatment at the Dead Sea, for example, is more suitable for adults, but the indications for children here are very limited. The waters of the saltiest lake in the world are a strong cocktail of trace elements and minerals, which can even be dangerous for the delicate skin of children. It is strictly forbidden to swallow such water, and splashing in it will not work at all. So, when planning a vacation at the Dead Sea, you should consult a doctor before buying a tour.
Going on a beach holiday in Tel Aviv, it is better to choose a hotel at least on the second line from the sea, because in the evenings and nights on the local sand there are many noisy parties, and no one can guarantee a child's peaceful sleep in the hotel by the water.
