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See the Sights I The Sea of Galilee

Golan. Founder of the RZR school “Sea RZR”, he takes groups and families on exciting RZR trails, on which participants discover the beautiful Galilean landscapes in a whole new way. There are trails to Mount Susita that overlooks the Sea of Galilee and the gorgeous Golan pastures where cattle herds graze, and the region’s impressive banana plantations. Other trails involving stopping for a swim or cooking an outdoor lunch are also available. Don’t be alarmed by the amount of dust you’ll come back with after the trail, it’s all par for the course! experience-group.co.il Ein Gev port: a picturesque promenade and a kids’ play center Ein Gev port is especially pleasant in the evening and late afternoon when the air is cooler. The port is accessible via the kibbutz and has a delightful boardwalk promenade with fishing boats and restaurants dotted along the way, including a falafel eatery and a fish burger joint. A kids’ play center, with two stories of games, slides and climbing walls, offers oceans of fun to children of all ages. There are sea-themed creative activities, painting stations, and a cafeteria overlooking the Kinneret. Make sure to check opening hours before arriving at the play center. baitbanamal.co.il Historical sites and spectacular landscapes Families who enjoy nature walks will delight in the many hiking trails that surround the Kinneret, particularly the one encircling 85% of the Sea of Galilee (known as the “Shvil Sovev Kinneret”), from which all the beaches are easily accessible. Fruit plantations (no picking allowed!), historical sites, including churches and an ancient synagogue, are all

The Ein Gev holiday resort | Photo: Aya Ben-Ezri

The church of the 12 apostles at Kefar Nahum | Photo: Daniel Vaknin

dotted across the hiking trail and fascinating to explore. The trail is divided into difficulty levels so that families may adapt and choose the one best suited to them. kineret.org.il Where to eat Fresh fish served in an enchanting atmosphere There are two fantastic fish and seafood restaurants in Ein Gev port, each open on different days of the week. Both are helmed by Chef Manor Zeituni Amon. During the week, Mifgash Ha’dayagim (in English: The Fishermen’s Corner), a kosher

fish and seafood restaurant, serves wonderful fish dishes with fries and ice-cold beer in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. The décor is sea-themed, and the outdoor seating area looks out onto the beautiful Kinneret. The menu includes kids’ meals with fish fingers, a slew of first courses to choose from (fish cigars, focaccias, eggplant carpaccio, etc.), and delicious desserts (coconut sushi, nougat cremino, crème brûlée, and more). Open Sunday to Wednesday from 12 pm. Misedet Ha’dayagim (in English: The Fishermen’s Restaurant), opens its doors on the weekend and operates Thursdays to Saturdays. Situated

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