April marks the Israel Museum’s 60th anniversary. Exciting developments include the reopening of the Billy Rose Art Garden following extensive renovations to improve accessibility and a change to the permanent display of Israeli art, including the inclusion of some works not previously available to the public.
In celebration of Israel’s 77th Independence Day, the Israel Antiquities Authority unveiled a rare and exceptional archaeological find: a uniquely decorated 1,500-year-old stone capital, featuring an eight-branched menorah motif. It will be on public display at the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein National Campus for the Archaeology of Israel in Jerusalem.
The Dead Sea is one of the 24 most unusual natural landscapes in the world according to international news outlet CNN for 2025. Its inclusion in this prestigious list further strengthens Israel’s status as a top global travel destination, offering a unique combination of natural beauty, history, culture, and unparalleled wellness experiences.
Fattal Hotels just opened the Bazaar Hotel, a vibrant new boutique hotel in Jaffa, located on Jerusalem Boulevard in one of the area’s historic Bauhaus buildings. The hotel draws design inspiration from the nearby Flea Market, blending colorful, artistic elements with modern comfort across 104 stylish rooms and suites.
Isrotel chain is set to open a new hotel in Mitzpe Ramon, named “Daroma”, following an extensive two-year renovation and near-complete reconstruction. The project, located on the site of the former Pundak Ramon, represents an investment of approximately 100 million ILS. The Daroma Hotel, part of the Isrotel Collection, is scheduled to welcome its first guests on June 22, 2025, promising a unique desert hospitality experience adjacent to the stunning Ramon Crater. The hotel features 128 rooms, each designed with inspiration from the desert and its expansive views. Guests will have access to a range of facilities including a heated indoor pool, wet sauna, and a fitness centre. Family amenities include a kids’ club and a play zone. The hotel also offers a stylish lobby serving a dairy menu alongside a central dining room.
Massive Tourism Complex and Luxury Hotel Underway at Dead Sea
A colossal tourism complex, poised to become the largest in Israel, is currently under construction at the Dead Sea. The ambitious project, valued at hundreds of millions of ILS – with an estimated investment of around 800 million ILS, will introduce a major convention centre, tourist attractions, a luxury hotel, and a commercial hub to the region. This development is part of a significant wave of expansion that includes the construction of no less than 20 new hotels within the Tamar Regional Council.
The centrepiece of the development will be a five-star hotel featuring 370 luxurious suites. Each suite is designed to offer unobstructed views of the Dead Sea and will include private pools. Among the accommodations are expansive 250-square-meter penthouses complete with solariums and large swimming pools. The complex will also boast a 20,000-square-meter commercial centre, a promenade lined with dozens of shops, restaurants, and cafes, an indoor mall, and a high-end rooftop area featuring a transparent infinity pool and a chef restaurant.
A major highlight and expected draw will be a colossal aquarium, planned to be the seventh largest in the world, offering visitors an immersive diving experience within an underwater glass tunnel.
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