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Love Letter to Israel From the cities to the desert, a destination that delivers.
From left: A view of the Sea Mosque in Jaffa’s Old City, and Holtz (left) and companions during a Six Senses Shaharut experience.
WHY GO NOW There’s never been a better time
to visit Israel. With restrictions loosened,
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entry is simple, although precautions are certainly still in place – keep in mind that Israel was the first country in the world to fully vaccinate a majority of its citizens against Covid-19. Pandemic gains aside, Israel has always been a hub of history and culture. That, combined with incredible cuisine, makes it a destination that anyone should have on their list.
CITY STAYS At The David Kempinski in
Tel Aviv, The David Penthouse Suite is one of the best in the entire country, spanning three floors with its own private pool, dry sauna, private gym, and two bedrooms. In Jerusalem, David Citadel Hotel and Mamilla Hotel – part of The Set Collection – take fantastic care of guests.
(JAFFA) GDEFILIP/GETTY IMAGES, (SIX SENSES) MICHAEL HOLTZ
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ICHAEL HOLTZ, AN NYC-BASED Virtuoso agency founder and CEO, has visited Israel 14 times. He returned from his first post-pandemic trip to the country with insight about new hotels and even more enthusiasm for the destination.
