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Dear TAFI’ites Be that as it may, the people of are warm, sincere and friendly. TAFI has received ‘The challenge of change’ letters of endorsement and support from the ho would have Israel tourist board, the Mayor of Jerusalem, Wever imagined that the Indian Ambassador to Israel, assuring us Travel Agent Federation and promising a heartfelt welcome. of India would have The Israeli authorities have also put together ever organised its a comprehensive pre and post tours annual convention in programme, so that delegates can explore Jerusalem, Israel. But its exotic and diverse charms. The , such is the enormous power of change, which is the lowest point on the earth’s surface at 1300 that what earlier seemed impossible, has feet below sea level, and therefore famous for its health, today become a reality. wellness and recuperative powers, and the multi- The Travel Agents Federation of India has always believed faceted Jerusalem, besides the international gateway city in being a path breaker and it is under this guiding principle of Tel Aviv are some of the destinations lined up for Indian that it has scheduled its annual convention, February travellers. In addition, several day tours to local attractions 22-25, 2015 in Jerusalem, which has for long been a are on offer for Jerusalem itself. historical, spiritual and cultural international hub. Religious As regards the Visas, Israeli authorities have sanctioned tourism is very significant to Israel because of its immense group Visas and member delegates have to submit their importance as a holy site for three religions, Christianity, passport copies to TAFI for processing of the same. Judaism and Islam. Individual submissions will not be entertained by them, And though Indians, have in the past, travelled in fewer under this scheme. numbers to Israel, for TAFI, sincerely it is a destination Due to the limited flights to Israel, AFT I will be taking waiting to be explored by Indians, because it has such only 500 delegates and that is why I strongly urge you to diverse attractions and charm. Admittedly also it is common register early so that there is no subsequent disappointment to find some Indians who have moved to Israel and made it and frustration. TAFI has strict limits for registration and their permanent home. It is a small country but at the same therefore overflow delegates will not be accepted. Kindly time it is in international limelight. cooperate with the Convention Committee on this matter. Talking about the theme of the Convention, ‘The Challenge of All the details about the convention are mentioned in this Change’, we have to accept that change is the only constant brochure. Please go through them and acquaint yourself in life. Our industry is facing changes on a regular basis with the same to maximise the benefits to yourself. and therefore it is of utmost importance that we develop a mechanism for coping with these swinging changes. Zakkir Ahmed Kalarikkal TAFI has lined up eminent speakers for its convention to President decode these wild swings for its membership in order to TAFI enable them to stay ahead of the competition. Because this is indeed the key to survival.

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Dear TAFI’ites Indian tourism and hospitality industry. It is expected that the contribution of ishing you all a very happy and prosperous new year. tourism sector to the country’s GDP will WWe at TAFI are very careful while selecting a partner grow at the rate of 7% to 8% in the country for tourism exchange. For this Convention, we have period 2014 – 2023. selected a brand new destination-Jerusalem in Israel. As We are sure that you all will come you may be aware, this destination is one of the oldest cities back from this Convention as a heavy in the world. It is believed that at the hill of Golgotha in this weight loaded with many innovative city, Jesus was crucified. It is at this spot that the Church of ideas resulting in manifold growth of the Holy Sepulcher stands. your business. We promise to give you an extraordinary Travel and Tourism is the largest service industry in India. experience in this Convention. It offers heritage, cultural, medical, business and sports Do not miss this Golden Opportunity to visit the holy city of tourism to visitors. The Indian tourism sector has been Jerusalem and be a part of the Grand Assembly of TAFI’ites flourishing in recent years due to improved connectivity at the forthcoming Convention. to and from the country. The policies such as Swachh Bharat, strengthening of infrastructure, safety and security Looking forward to welcoming you all in Jerusalem. of tourists, development of tourist circuits, introduction Praveen Chugh of e-visas, etc., implemented by the Tourism Ministry will Vice President be instrumental in providing the necessary boost to the TAFI

Dear TAFI’ites Each venue for the gala dinners and entertainment has been hand-picked to offer the delegates a unique experience. reetings. Its convention time once Gagain, that time of the year when The theme “THE CHALLENGE OF CHANGE” has been we explore new destinations, network selected after much deliberation to represent the quickly amongst ourselves and deliberate on changing business environment, and the challenges, which the happenings in our businesses-the the change comes with. Eminent speakers and experts will largest economy churner in the world. help steer the delegates into the future. Our destination this time is Jerusalem, Israel. The Convention Committee and I would be delighted with Contrary to general perception Israel besides being the your presence and look forward to greet you in “i Travel cradle of three great religions, ancient history and culture is Jerusalem”. also a country which offers exotic beaches, a pulsating night Bharat Shah life and the lowest points on Earth— The Dead Sea. Chairman The ICC Jerusalem is the prime venue for the convention and TAFI Convention Committee will be abuzz with activity from the 22nd to 25th Feb. 2015.

Dear TAFI’ites continue to change along with changing times, and to win over the challenges. The Business sessions reetings !!! TAFI has been organising its annual have been carefully designed to focus on core convention in various countries across the G issues and to create avenues to augment the world. We have chosen destinations which stand earnings of our members. out. Israel already has a large number of tourists from across the world, and even large numbers The warm and friendly people of Jerusalem are of Indians travelling for “Holy land”, however we waiting with open arms to welcome all delegates. wish to show the other side of Israel – the side for the I wish all the delegates a wonderful Convention leisure and luxury travellers. Experience and a memorable trip to Israel. Conventions are birth place of ideas, discussions and Rajat Bagaria debates, and what better a place than Israel – The Land Co-Chairman of Creation to discuss on “The Challenge of Change”. Change is the only constant, and its important for us to TAFI Convention Committee

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am glad to know that Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) I am sure TAFI Convention will take up various I is going to organize its forthcoming Convention at Jerusalem, crucial issues facing the industry in its Israel from 22nd to 25th February, 2015. Business Sessions with a view to arriving at logical solutions. It is well known that tourist industry has great economic potential and many countries around the world have recognized it as an I wish TAFI Convention all the best. important activity contributing to the economic, cultural and social Dr. Mahesh Sharma upliftment. As a result of economic development, the profile of Minister of State (Independent Charge) of tourists is undergoing a sea change with each passing year. Having Tourism & Culture and established its regional chapters far and wide throughout India, TAFI Minister of State of Civil Aviation plays an important role in propagating incredible tourism products Government of India, New Delhi in India and abroad.

am happy to learn that Travel Agents Given the intense competition in this sector among most of the I Federation of India (TAFI) is holding its countries, we have accentuated the process of improving the next Convention at Jerusalem, Israel from existing infrastructure so as to enable us to enhance the flow of the 22nd to 25th February, 2015. foreign tourists to India and give them a memorable experience.

The Travel Agent Industry in India is Furthermore, a comprehensive Civil Aviation Policy is on the growing rapidly and is economically very anvil, which amongst other issues, seeks to promote a robust and important. It goes hand in hand with Tourism. complementary role between the tourism and aviation sectors. The revenue earned through it not only adds I wish TAFI Convention grand success. to the GDP of the country but also generates significant potential for employment. P. Ashok Gajapathi Raju Minister Of Civil Aviation However, there are challenges too which needs to be addressed. Government Of India I understand that with an ever expanding membership base, TAFI follows a pragmatic approach to help its members get over conflicting issues.

was happy to learn that the Travel Agents Federation of India popular tourist destination. I hope that the I (TAFI) is holding its Convention this year in Jerusalem from 22- deliberations at the Convention will generate 25 February 2015. new ideas to make India the most favoured tourist destination for visitors from Israel Relations between India and Israel have been growing in strength and the world. over the past few years. Exchanges between the two countries whether in trade, culture or education have expanded greatly I convey my best wishes for a constructive and there is a constant flow of businessmen, scholars, artists, and fruitful Convention. government officials and tourists. Jaideep Sarkar India has a special place in the hearts of most Israelis and is a Ambassador of India to Israel

04 Messages he Israel Ministry of Tourism extends you of Agro-tourism, Medical tourism, research and development Tthis very special invitation to Visit Israel information technologies, art and culture, fashion and design and as a participant in the TAFI 2015 annual more. convention. We encourage you to register for the upcoming TAFI convention. This year you have chosen Israel as your This event marks the start of continued cooperation and marketing preferred destination. Rest assured that promotion with our IGTO tourism office now open in Mumbai. in registering for this event you will have Mr. Hassan Maddah our local director, is ready and available to the opportunity of a lifetime to witness first- respond to any inquiry you may have regarding tourism to Israel. hand the “Land of Creation”. Join us! Take advantage of this opportunity to explore a truly We look forward to welcoming you to a land of innovation: Israel unique tourism destination, Israel. We feel confident that the AFT I excels in biotech processes and information technologies - the convention venue will provide a myriad of memories to be shared number one start-up nation in the world. with potential audiences abroad. Israel is also the land of creation: a land where ethnic heritages We look forward to hosting you for this upcoming event and hope converge in a spiritual, historical and cultural capital, Jerusalem. you will enjoy a most informative and successful convention, and a This vibrant country hosts millions of Christians who come every most pleasant stay. year to explore the cradle of civilization, to discover the land of the Sincerely, Bible -- to touch base with their spiritual roots and grow in their Dr. Uzi Landau faith. Minister of Tourism Israel is currently emerging as a top destination for leisure travel State of Israel and MICE. We receive thousands of visitors every year in the fields

Dear Friends the peaceful settlings of the Coastline surrounding the Sea of or the Mediterranean coastline. Enjoy the fascination elcome to Israel. TAFI has chosen Israel as the of the Negev Desert by making tracks through Israel’s destination for 2015 and we stand with you as your W Southlands or just burst up on the senses in Israel’s sun- partner as the event unfolds. drenched paradise resort of Eilat. Israel has something Israel is a modem country that combines rich, illustrious for every member of the family. I wish all delegates history with a tourism infrastructure that caters to every a pleasant stay and an exciting tour of Israel as you vacation taste. From the rich historical heritage of the holy experience the Red, Dead and the Med and go back to city of Jerusalem you are retracing the steps of pilgrims, this your country as our Tourism Ambassadors. being the spiritual capital to the three monotheistic religions. Shalom to you all, Pamper yourself at the Dead Sea with health and beauty treatments Amir HaLevi and its healing properties at the lowest point on earth, or indulge in Director General the vibrant city of Tel Aviv, the city that never sleeps, with a brash Israel Ministry of Tourism of restaurants, cafés, fast food eateries bars and the finest night life any city in the world has to offer. Enjoy year round vacationing in

Dear Friends, The city of Jerusalem promises a wide range of experiences and emotions -from the religious and spiritual, to the culturally n behalf of the residents of Jerusalem, fascinating and entertaining, to world renowned historic and I am honoured to welcome the O archaeological sites- our city provides visitors an unforgettable delegates of the Travel Agents experience. In addition, Jerusalem boasts several state-of-the-art Federation of India to the city of sporting facilities, first-class hotel accommodations, international Jerusalem, the capital of the State of fine cuisine and exciting cultural events year round. Israel. The people of India and Israel share a special bond. Your decision Jerusalem is one of the world’s most to hold the TAFI Convention in Jerusalem is a historic one and I dynamic and exciting cities; it intertwines wish the Convention much success. I am sure that you will enjoy all history and modernity, ancient sites with natural scenery, and that our extraordinary city has to offer. serves as a cultural and spiritual hub to the world. In the past few years, Jerusalem has undergone a flourishing renaissance with Regards from Jerusalem, growing industries in the health and life sciences, unparalleled Nir Barkat tourism and culture, steady economic growth and religious Mayor of Jerusalem freedom for all residents.

Dear TAFI Members, order to help the agents to sell the Israeli product. Also, supplying the information and assistance needed for the travel e are delighted to welcome you in Jerusalem, Israel, in industry. Wyour convention of the year 2015. We wish you a pleasant stay and hope to see you in Israel offers a variety of attractions and sites to explore, India post the convention. and all this in a small country that you can drive from north to south in just few hours. Best Regards, Hassan Madah In the year 2014 the Ministry of Tourism opened an office in Director, India Mumbai, in order to invest more in the Indian market, and in Israel Ministry of Tourism

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Managing Committee Convention Committee Zakkir Ahmed President Bharat Shah Chairman Trust Travel & Tours Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Sunbeams Travels (Baroda) Pvt Ltd, Vadodara

Praveen Chugh Vice President Rajat Bagaria Co-Chairman Business Travels Pvt Ltd, New Delhi Shrishti Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Pradip Lulla National General Secretary Cupid Travel & Tours Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Zakkir Ahmed Member Trust Travel & Tours Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Sponsorships, Media, Airline Aditi Bhende Treasurer Aarohan Tours & Travel Pvt Ltd, Pune Praveen Chugh Member Business Travels Pvt Ltd, New Delhi Business Session, Speakers, Jayesh Tharani Jt. Secretary Sponsorships Hopco Travels Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Darshan Shah Jt. Treasurer Pradip Lulla Member All Four Season Travels, Ahmedabad Cupid Travel & Tours Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Secretariat A. Basheer Ahmed Member Aditi Bhende Member Chennai Metro Travels Pvt Ltd, Chennai Aarohan Tours & Travel Pvt Ltd, Pune Finance, Stage Events & Entertainment Rajat Bagaria Member Shrishti Tours & Travels Pvt Ltd, Mumbai A. Basheer Ahmed Member Urvashi Dogra Member Chennai Metro Travels Pvt Ltd, Chennai Sponsorships, Airline Delfly Travels Pvt Ltd, New Delhi Jayesh Tharani Member Teddy Thomas Member Hopco Travels Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Pre & Post Convention Tours Oasis Xpress Travel & Tours, New Delhi Day Tours

Sanjay Arya Member Urvashi Dogra Member Uniglobe Keshav Travel, Mumbai Delfly Travels Pvt Ltd, New Delhi Secretariat at Jerusalem

Teddy Thomas Member Oasis Xpress Travel & Tours, New Delhi VIP Hospitality Host Committee Darshan Shah Member Aditi Bhende Chairperson All Four Season Travels, Ahmedabad Finance, Secretariat Aarohan Tours & Travel Pvt Ltd, Pune Vijay Gupta Co-Chairman Sanjay Arya Member Golden Phoenix Travels Pvt Ltd, New Delhi Uniglobe Keshav Travel, Mumbai Secretariat

Pini Shani Member Dharmendra Gursahani Member Israel, Ministry of Tourism Travelmartindia.com Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Business Sessions, Speakers

Madah Hassan Member Vijay Gupta Member Israel, Ministry of Tourism (India) Golden Phoenix Travels Pvt Ltd, New Delhi Day Tours Oren Dori Member Israel, Ministry of Tourism Anil Punjabi Member AR-ES Travels Pvt Ltd, Kolkata Stage Events & Entertainment Lior Gelfand Member Ortra Ltd Sabir Shaikh Member Ruby Tours & Travels, Pune Hotel Liaison Jerusalem Tal Klinger Member Ortra Ltd Deepak Patel Member Venus Travels, Vadodara Transfers

Paulose Mathews Member Reception Committee Coraz Travels and Trade Links Pvt Ltd, Cochin Amman Reception Urvashi Dogra Chairperson Delfly Travels Pvt Ltd, New Delhi Darshan Mehta Member WTS Travel Services Pvt Ltd, Mumbai Room Allotment at Jerusalem Ananda Veloo Co-Chairman Arunlekha Travels, Chennai Satheesh Hegde Member Master World Travels & Forex Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru amman Reception Sofia Prizant Pinkas Member Israel, Ministry of Tourism Ananda Veloo Member Mira Altman Member Arunlekha Travels, Chennai Amman Reception ICC Jerusalem Hitank Shah Member Sagit Ishay Yankovich Member Alka Airlink, Ahmedabad Pre & Post Convention Tours Ortra Ltd Sanjay Gupta Member Jean Jacques Member Simran Travels Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru Transfers Ortra Ltd

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Convention P�ogram Day 1 22nd February 2015 Morning onwards Staggered Arrival of delegates after Pre-Convention Tours and from India at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport check into respective hotels. 10:30 to 17:00 Registration of Delegates at The TAFI Convention Secretariat located at hotel

18:00 TRANSFER of Delegates from respective Hotels to ICC-Jerusalem. Courtesy IGTO 19:00 Inauguration and welcome at ICC Jerusalem followed by Cocktails & Day 3 24th February 2015 Gala Dinner Sponsored by IGTO Cocktails Co-Sponsored by Air Mauritius 07:00 onwards Breakfast 22:30 Transfer of Delegates by coach back to 08:45 Departure from respective hotels to respective hotels. Courtesy IGTO ICC-Jerusalem Courtesy IGTO 09:30 to 10:30 Business Session- 3 Day 2 23rd February 2015 10:30 to 11:30 Business Session- 4 07:00 onwards Breakfast 11:30 to 12:30 Business Session - 5 08:45 Departure from respective hotels to 12:30 to 13:30 Concluding Session and ICC-Jerusalem. Courtesy IGTO Visit to B2B Exhibition 08:30 to 09:00 Delegates Registration at 13:30 to 14:30 Lunch at ICC-Jerusalem Sponsored by IGTO TAFI secretariat, ICC-Jerusalem GROUP ACTIVITY 09:30 to 10:30 Keynote address 15:00 to 18:00 Half Day Sightseeing 10:30 to 11:30 Business session-1 (Motivational Speaker) Sponsored by IGTO Sponsored by Centrum Forex 18:00 Return of Delegates to respective Hotels 11:30 to 12:30 Business session-2 after Sightseeing Sponsored by IGTO 12:30 to 13:30 Visit to B2B Exhibition 19:30 Onwards Farewell Gala Dinner & Cocktails with exciting entertainment at 13:30 to 14:30 Lunch at ICC-Jerusalem Sponsored by IGTO HILTON TEL AVIV Sponsored by IGTO GROUP ACTIVITY 22:30 TRANSFER of Delegates by coach back to Jerusalem. Courtesy IGTO 15:00 to 18:00 Jerusalem City Sightseeing Courtesy IGTO 18:00 Return of Delegates to respective Hotels 25th February 2015 after Sightseeing Sponsored by IGTO Day 4 19:30 onwards Gala Dinner and Cocktails with exciting 07:00 onwards BREAKFAST entertainment at THE SAKOYA EARLY CHECK OUT AND PROCEED FOR POST-CONVENTION Sponsored by IGTO TOURS OR TAKE A FLIGHT HOME 22:30 onwards TRANSFER of Delegates by coach back Note: This program is subject to change. Final program with to Jerusalem. Courtesy IGTO details will be handed over at the time of registration Sponsorships as on 15th January 2015 09 Israelsrael lies at the very eastern end of lowest point on the face of the earth: sites so rich in splendor that six Ithe Mediterranean Sea. It’s a land the Dead Sea. Per square mile, it is of them have been recognized by blessed with six micro-climates, possibly the world’s most diverse UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. mountains, valleys, deserts, the landscape. It is also a 21st century success story greenest of pastures, wide-ranging Israel is a land of natural beauty. It where ultra modern cities, towns and wildlife, outlets to two oceans, as well is also a land crammed with history villages are home to a people who are as two inland seas - one feeding the and the search for faith. 40 centuries the world’s highest per capita users of other through the passage of the River of civilization have left their mark in personal computers and cell phones. Jordan. From almost 10,000 feet high archaeological, historic and religious at Mount Hermon, it plunges to the TheLand of C�eation

Interesting Facts�... • Israel has less than 1/1000th of the • Voice mail technology was developed in • Israel’s economy was ranked 17th among world’s population. Israel. the world’s most economically developed • The Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth • Israel produces one of the Highest per nations, the world’s most durable at -408 meters, is in Israel. capita rates of patents filed. economy in the face of crises and first in the rate research and development center • Israel • The Highest point in Israel is Mt. Meron, Produces more scientific papers investments. The Bank of Israel was ranked , and by a at 1208 meters. per capita than any other nation first among central banks for its efficient large margin -109 per 10,000 people. • Israel has the Highest ratio of university functioning. in the world. • Israel has more companies traded on the degrees to population • Israel has the highest number of technology heavy NASDAQ stock exchange • Most Israeli college students are over scientists, technicians, and engineers per than any country outside North America. age 21 when they begin their studies, after capita in the world, with 140 scientists, three years of compulsory military service • Israel Has the second largest number of technicians, and engineers per 10,000 for men and almost two years for women. startup companies in the world (mostly employees, and its population is one of the • The cell phone was developed in in hi-tech). Currently there are about world’s most technologically literate. 4000 hi-tech companies in Israel-the Israel by Israelis working in the Israeli • Israel also remains One of the largest largest concentration in the world outside branch of Motorola, which has its largest centers in the world for technology start- California. development center in Israel. up enterprises. Two hundred startups are • The Pentium-4 microprocessor and • As of 2012, Israel was Ranked 16th among created annually and more than 2500 start- the Centrino processor were entirely 187 world nations on the UN’s Human up companies are operating throughout the designed, developed and produced in Development Index, which places it in the country. Israel. category of “Very Highly Developed.”

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11 Food & Wine�... Like the United States, Israel is an ethnic If you’d ask an Israeli 25 or 30 years ago Like Turkey, Greece, Italy, France and melting pot of cultures, religions and what is the country’s typical fare, chances Spain, the cuisine reflects the warm sun, immigrants. As a result, the food scene in are the answer would be falafel, humus, the olives that grow on trees, the olive-oil, Israel is extraordinarily diverse and also tehina, with a side order of couscous or and the breads, fish and meats that have of a very high standard. 80% of Israelis gefilte fish. A lot has happened in 25 or made the Mediterranean the source of are Jews of whom more than half were 30 years. All these dishes still exist, of what is considered by many as the world’s born in Israel. But most of their parents, course, indeed the first four are ubiquitous. healthiest diet and, quite simply, the grandparents or great grandparents came But Israel has it all now, from hamburgers source of the best things to eat. Secondly, to Israel from more than 120 countries, (Israel’s first McDonald’s opened in Israel produces the most splendid quality bringing with them foods, recipes and food the 90’s) to pizza to sushi (more sushi of fruits, vegetables and dairy products. traditions from six continents. And the restaurants per capita in Tel Aviv than in From the legendary Jaffa oranges first 20% of non-Jewish Israelis have their own any city on earth, including Tokyo), to the exported to Europe in the 1930’s, to the food traditions too. Israel is also a part of cuisines of India and China, to some of the kiwis, star fruit, citrus, tomatoes, peppers, the Western world, and very little happens finest influences of Paris, Brussels, Lyon, flowers, yoghurts and cheeses that are in Los Angeles, London, Tokyo and Paris Barcelona and New York – the Israel food exported today. that doesn’t find its way to Israel within a scene is utterly sophisticated and in step few weeks. Put all this together and you with the latest trends. have the ingredients for one of the most There are two elements that make food in dynamic, fascinating – and delicious – food Israel so unique. One is our location on the scenes in the world. shores of the Mediterranean.

12 Shopping in Israel... Israel has economic ties with almost all in the city center, bazaars with designer Eilat, the tourist and vacation city located nations in the world and manufactures clothes and crafts in the exhibition grounds at the southernmost point in Israel, not a wide variety of products. There are and around the port area, and an annual only offers tourist items and souvenirs, but countless opportunities for shopping in food fair called “Ta’am ha-Ir” (Taste of imported electrical appliances and clothing Israel in the shopping centers that have the City) where one can sample a variety as well. Purchases in Eilat are significantly sprung up in the past few decades - of foods that are available in restaurants less expensive since they are exempt from including the Malkha Mall, the largest in throughout the country. VAT. There are also tax-free shops in Ben the Middle East - as well as in the colorful The Old City is the focus of attraction Gurion Airport and at the border crossing markets, annual bazaars, street malls, in Jerusalem with its Oriental and local point at Taba. and shops in the large cities - all of which atmosphere, where one can purchase Businesses that operate under government offer attractive imported and locally-made artefacts, ornaments made of wood, supervision and listed with the Ministry items. seashells, leather and straw, blown glass, of Tourism display the Ministry of Tourism Tel Aviv has entire streets with shops and traditional clothing. logo and offer a variety of items such as devoted to one particular item: spices, Haifa has large, new shopping centers, jewelry and diamonds, carpets, women’s bridal gowns, clothing, fabrics, furniture, of which the largest and most unique is fashions, leather goods, artwork, ceramics, original gift items, fashion accessories, “Kastra”, which has the largest mural in the and embroidery. and galleries. In addition to these special world. Ben Gurion Boulevard, a renovated streets such as Dizengoff, Shenkin, Herzl, street below the Bahai Gardens, has stores Nakhlat Binyamin, and Levinsky, there are with Templer style merchandise. bi-weekly art fairs on Nakhlat Binyamin

13 Telften called Aviv...“the city that never Situated on a 14-kilometer-long strip each day until the early hours of Ostops,” was the first modern on the Mediterranean seacoast, Tel the morning, seeking out the city’s Jewish city built in Israel, and is the Aviv extends beyond the Yarkon River nightclubs, restaurants, and centers of country’s economic and cultural to the north and the Ayalon River entertainment. center. It is a lively, active city with to the east. Hundreds of thousands entertainment, culture and art, of workers, visitors, tourists, and festivals, and a rich night life. party-goers move about the city

14 CultureTel Aviv is Israel’s center for culture& and Entertainment...The beach front of Tel Aviv has bathing Tel Aviv is also a business and trade center. entertainment. The city has more than 20 beaches and a romantic waterfront There are colorful and bustling markets museums, the most important of which are promenade. Tel Aviv’s important historical such as the flea market in Jaffa, the the (HaAretz) Museum and sites include Bialik House, Ben Gurion Carmel market, the HaTikva Market, and the Tel Aviv Art Museum. House, Dizengoff House and Reuven Levinsky market. There are also modern Tel Aviv is also the national center for night House. Nature lovers can visit the garden shopping malls such as Dizengoff Center life and entertainment and is filled with at Abu Kabir, HaYarkon Park, and the and Azrieli Center, and important business night clubs featuring music of all types, Botanical Gardens near Tel Aviv University. centers for high-tech companies, realtors, dancing, restaurants, pubs, coffee houses, The city has several plazas, the best known and the stock market. All these have made Tel Aviv the business capital of Israel and discotheques, movie theaters, auditoriums, being Rabin Square, HaMedina Square, an international center for conventions, and concert halls. and Dizengoff Circle. exhibitions, and conferences.

15 14 TheTel Aviv hosts a wide rangeWhite of architectural ThisCity... style originated in Germany and was concentrations of buildings of this style styles which were influenced by various based upon clean geometric shapes and on Rothschild Boulevard and in the area schools of architecture - among which asymmetry, and flourished from the 1930s of Dizengoff Center. Park HaYarkon is in was the International Bauhaus style. The until the establishment of the State. It soon the northern part of the White City on the central portion of Tel Aviv - which is known attracted other city architects as well. banks of the Yarkon River and the Tel Aviv as “ ” - contains the largest The White City The White City extends from Allenby port lies at the northwest corner and has group of buildings in the world built in the Street to the south to the Yarkon River a large concentration of entertainment International Bauhaus style. For this reason to the north, and from Begin Boulevard centers, nightclubs, and restaurants. t he White City has been declared a World to the east to the sea. There are large Heritage site by UNESCO.

Night life... Tel Aviv is a perfect city for tourists and parties offer you every style of music, from the Florentine quarter in the south, people who love having fun. It is a bustling mixed and spun by world class DJs; movie along Shenkin Street in the city center and city of lights, saturated with a vivacious theaters screening the current and greatest all the way to Tel Aviv port, in the north. passion for life while offering every classic movies; theaters presenting classic Whichever way you walk, you will find possible type of evening entertainment. and modern plays or amusing stand-up a wonderful selection of entertainment Called the city that never stops, Tel Aviv comedians; dance companies from Israel spots. lives up to this description every day of the and around the world; music, cinema and Tel Aviv has a few other features that week from dawn to dusk and dusk to dawn. performing arts festivals and street shows. contribute to the uniqueness of this city: Start with a good restaurant by the sea There are restaurants and coffee shops the sandy beach all along its western edge and enjoy a romantic sunset; see a play or that serve ethnic foods alongside gourmet is an attraction all on its own and a place musical performance in the evening; watch dishes; dance bars and pubs where for romantic experiences while the warm, a movie at midnight, have a drink after the the music and drinks flow like water; a effusive Israeli temperament and the movie and then go dancing until daybreak dynamic amusement park that will get your Middle Eastern climate make you feel like (don’t forget to see the sunrise over the adrenalin flowing; concert halls and wide just enjoying life. rooftops). open parks where you can enjoy musical The city offers a host of amazing variety performances These entertainment sites of cultural venues: music clubs and dance are scattered throughout the city, 17

Thehe Galilee is a mountainousGalilee... region populated since ancient times and Yesud Ha-Ma’ala, Rosh Pina); beautiful Tin Israel’s north, and is divided into today has the largest variety of ethnic nature reserves (Hula Lake, Mt. Meron, two main parts - the communities in Israel. Bar’am Forest, Nahal Kziv and many to the north and the Lower Galilee The Galilee is one of Israel’s main more); Jewish holy sites, such as to the south. The highest peak in the tourism centers, with dozens of the graves of the sages and ancient Upper Galilee is Mt. Meron, which rises different types of sites. For example, synagogues (in Safed (Tsfat) and 1,208 meters above sea level, while there are national antiquities parks Tiberias); and Christian holy sites that the highest point in the Lower Galilee (including Bar’am, Tsipori (Zippori), are visited by many pilgrims during is the summit of Mt. Kamon, at 602 Beit She’arim, Monfort and Kohav their tour of the Holy Land (Nazareth, meters above sea level. Hayarden); moshava farming Kfar Nahum (Capernaum), the Jordan Thanks to the abundant water and communities from the early days of River and Lake Kineret). the fertile soil in the Galilee’s valleys, the modern settlement of Israel, which this region has been relatively densely tell the story of Zionism (Metula,

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Sea of Galilee ( Lake Kineret)... All winter long, the most important part of Galilee mountains and the foothills of the There is also the lower the news report for Israelis is not the dollar- Golan, while to the north there is the Beit region, which borders on the Kineret and is shekel exchange rate or the level of the Tel Tsida valley, a wide area with plentiful full of swift flowing streams, historic sites Aviv Stock Exchange index, but rather the water that drains from the Jordan River and and nature reserves. water level in , which often the Golan streams, and to the south is the Lake Kineret The Kineret played an important role in reflects the national spirit. The Kineret, Jordan estuary, which flows south toward the early years of Christianity and has or Sea of Galilee, is the desert regions. Israel’s largest fresh now become a pilgrimage site for many , and is also the country’s water reservoir Most of the beaches also offer various Christians. According to Christian tradition, largest and most important source and types of water sports and water activities, Jesus lived, preached and performed reservoir of drinking water. such as boating in inflatable rubber miracles in the Kineret and the surrounding The beaches that surround the entire lake dinghies, canoes, etc. These beaches are region. It was here that he walked on the are similar but different. The width of the also a perfect starting point for wonderful water and the miracle of the loaves and the beaches varies in keeping with the local nature tours of the area. Some of the most fishes happened in nearbyKfar Nakhum geography, creating different landscapes popular and beautiful nature sites are (Capernaum). in every location. Above the eastern and the Jordan Park, the Beit Tsida Nature western shores, for example, rise the Reserve, Khamat Gader, Naharayim.

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The Dead Sea ow far does one have to It is called the Dead Sea because Hdescend to reach the Dead its salinity prevents the existence Sea? About 400 meters below sea of any life forms in the lake. That level. How deep is this salty lake? same salt, on the other hand, Almost the same (in the northern provides tremendous relief to the section). Fascinating? Absolutely! many ailing visitors who come here Every detail about the Dead Sea is on a regular basis to benefit from fascinating. its healing properties. All these Here are a few more facts: The and more make the Dead Sea so Dead Sea is the lowest point on fascinating, so different and so earth in any land mass (417 meters interesting. below sea level, to be exact). The quantity of water that evaporates from it is greater than that which flows into it, such that this body of water has the highest concentration of salt in the world (340 grams per liter of water).

23 The Healing Power of the Dead Sea... The Dead Sea can also be called “the the water are what make it so unique and the bromide in the air is also beneficial to lowest health spa in the world.” Sea salts beneficial for the body. the body’s systems, thus making the Dead are produced from the southern section The sea bed also has deposits of black mud Sea a provider for good health and healing for industry, and in the northern section that is easy to spread on the body and for vacationers from all over the world. promote tourism and good health. The provides the skin with nourishing minerals. composition of the salts and minerals in As if that were not enough,

24 The Surrounding A�ea... The Dead Sea is a truly priceless national tourism enterprises that offer a wide The coastline is dotted with many springs, treasure. The western shore is dotted with range of challenging activities (jeep and surrounded by wild plant life. The special organized beaches and bathing areas that bicycle tours, camel tours and Bedouin combination that has formed in this place, provide convenient access to the water. hospitality, rappelling and more), alongside between desert landscapes and oasis with Beside two of the therapeutic beaches art and cultural activities (galleries and plentiful water, plants and animals, attracts (Neve Zohar and ) large tourism artists’ studios), and of course the unique both the eye and the heart and draws many centers have been established, providing agriculture, adapted to the local climate. tourists to sites such as Mt. Sdom, Nakhal the most pampering tourism services. The Dead Sea is on the edge of the Judean Darga, the nature reserve and the You will find dozens of hotels, hostels Desert, a hot, barren region at the foot of Einot Tsukim (Ein Fashkha) reserve. and guest houses, restaurants and Ha-He’etekim cliff, which has also become shopping centers, as well as surprising an important center of desert tourism.

Massada Massada is one of the most exciting and frequently-toured places in Israel, and relates a story of perseverance and power, faith and surrender, ambitions, and a tragic end. Massada is a place where battles were waged with rocks and flaming arrows, as well as battles of the human spirit. Massada is situated on the top of a mountain with steep sides and a flat top like a parapet overlooking the desert panorama to the west and the Dead Sea to the east. The thrilling story of the site reveals the courage of the defenders of Massada and their battle against the conquering Romans. The story, related against the background of the ancient panorama, is as thrilling as a Hollywood movie, and is filled with tension, struggle, and love. 25

Eilat...ver the years, the city of Eilat The bay is one of the major attractions, The Arava region north of the city Ohas become the ultimate resort thanks to the beautiful beaches, the and the Eilat Mountains is an arid city with hotels and beaches packed developed water sports and some of desert. But in between the exposed with thousands of Israeli vacationers the best diving spots in the world. mountains there are many nature and and tourists from around the world, In the south of the city is the Coral beauty spots as well as archaeological who come to relax in the country’s Reserve, with splendid tropical fish and historical sites, which make Eilat southernmost spot. among the reefs. Within the precincts a good starting point for special trips The secret of this little city’s charm is of the reserve is the Underwater in the area, such as camel treks, jeep its special location in the northern end Observatory, with a marine museum tours and more. of the Bay of Eilat. The combination that displays collections of fascinating of a hot climate, a tropical sea and a sea animals. Not far from the breathtaking background of wild, bare observatory is the Dolphin Reef with granite mountains has turned it into a its resident school of dolphins. tourist gem all the year round. The city’s many and varied restaurants Eilat’s location made it strategically suit all tastes, and there are also clubs, significant during the many historical colorful shops and a promenade along periods in which it served as a port – the northern shoreline which holds starting in the days of King Solomon. vibrant bazaars during the summer.

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Our Convention Destination Jerusalem...

hat has not already been said excitement and pleasure, interesting Here are just a few: Wabout the holiest city in the tours and entertaining adventures. • Circumnavigate the ancient walls world, the city that has been united, Here, alongside Jerusalem’s fascinating of the Old City atop the walls, on the the eternal city first built thousands historic and archaeological sites, Rampart Walk of years ago, whose history can be there are amazingly modern tourist • Hike down to the City of David, heard in the whispering of the wind attractions for all lovers of culture, the where Jerusalem began along the walls, where every stone tells arts, theater and music, architecture a wondrous story of a city that has and gastronomic delights. • Clamber, waist-high in water, through drawn millions of faithful pilgrims for the ancient waterway known as Jerusalem is a city of parks and Hezekiah’s Tunnel thousands of years. Such is Jerusalem, monuments, of archaeological the capital of Israel, the only city in treasures and museums, of ancient • Climb down the Mount of Olives to the world that has 70 names of love synagogues, churches and mosques, the Garden of Gethsemane and yearning, the city that in old maps of markets, shops, theaters and • Discover the dozens of hiking trails appears at the center of the world and restaurants. It’s also Israel’s largest through the Jerusalem Hills is still adored like a young bride. city, a vibrant web of cultures, Jerusalem is a city of overwhelming ethnicities, languages and faiths. emotions, a city that promises a It’s also a city where the adventure religious and spiritual experience, traveler has countless choices.

29 The Old... At Jerusalem’s heart is the Old City, are offered and notes containing heartfelt which is surrounded by a wall and divided wishes are wedged between the crevices. into four quarters - Jewish, Armenian, Surrounding the Western Wall are other Christian, and Muslim. Inside the walls important Jewish sites - the Western Wall are the important holy sites of the three Tunnels, the unique Davidson Center, the major religions: the , which Western Wall Jewish quarter with its magnificent Cardo is holy to the Jews, the Church of the Holy and David’s Citadel, towering proudly in Sepulcher, and the Dome of the Rock its beauty. South of the Old City is the City on the Temple Mount. The Western Wall of David, from which the ancient Can’anite plaza is visited by millions of worshipers. and Israelite Jerusalem grew. This is a Here, at the base of the massive wall that fascinating site with amazing findings that is a remnant of the Holy Temple, prayers provide an unforgettable experience.

30 The construction of the newNew... city’s sites from different periods throughout Young people who like to go out in the neighborhoods began in the late 19th the city, such as Armon HaN​atsiv and evenings will love Jerusalem’s main night century. Some of the neighborhoods have the Promenade, Ammunition Hill, Yad life regions: the German Colony, the Ben retained their original picturesque charm, Vashem Holocaust Memorial Museum, Yehuda pedestrian mall, Nakhalat Shiv’a, and wandering among the houses is a real Mishkenot Sha’ananim, the Monastery Shlomtsiyon HaMalka Street, and the pleasure. Some of these neighborhoods are of the Cross, Elias Monastery and the Russian Compound. Even Yisrael, the German Colony, Yemin YMCA building. Among the more modern Moshe, Me’a She’arim, Makhane Yisra’el, sites are the Supreme Court, the Israel Nakhla’ot, Nakhalat Shiv’a, Ein Karem, Museum, the Biblical Zoo, the Knesset, Komemi’ut, Rekhavia, the Bukharian Mt. Herzl, Makhane Yehuda market, with Quarter and the Ethiopian Quarter. There its unparalleled variety of exciting sounds, are many other interesting and unique colors, flavors and aromas.

31 Culture, Festivals, Nightlife... For all of its historical and religious through the city to admire the many tourist Complex, so as to put the findings from the magnificence, Jerusalem is a very sites that are illuminated throughout scrolls into a more meaningful historical modern city as well. Alongside ancient the evening. There are a number of sites perspective. sites and monuments and a modern in Jerusalem which tourists, no matter Another Jerusalem landmark is Yad seat of government, a wide range of their overall interests, will not want to Vashem, the memorial for the 6,000,000 cultural districts have sprung up, and so miss. , is the country’s The Israel Museum Jews killed during the World War II have contemporary shopping centers largest of museum and fills the role of a Holocaust. This poignant center, newly and attractive cafes, restaurants and national museum. In a single afternoon of renovated and expanded, is dedicated to entertainment and nightlife spots. inquisitive browsing, the diligent tourism the memory of the victims of mindless anti- might see the Dead Sea Scrolls from the As to just having fun - during the daylight Semitic barbarism. It presents visitors with caves in Qumeran (the oldest Hebrew Bible hours, the Ben Yehuda Street promenade an important insight into the psyche of the manuscripts to have been uncovered), in the heart of Jerusalem is a major focus State of Israel and the circumstances which housed in the Shrine of the Book, ponder of activity, with a wide variety of outdoor led to its creation. cafes and restaurants. Once a sleepy city, a Van Gogh or a Matisse, follow the To see Jerusalem at its most modern, pay Jerusalem in recent years has also become Jewish life cycle in communities allover a visit to Israel’s Supreme Court Building. a city replete with a variety of nighttime the world, investigate the archeology of This complex has earned international and pub districts where the emphasis Israel, or else stroll among 19th and 20th acclaim for its architecture. Nearby is is on good food and drink, enjoyment, century masterpieces of sculpture in the Israel’s Knesset (Parliament), also worth a and a youthful atmosphere. For tourists sculpture garden. A huge on-premises visit. Since one neighborhood of Jerusalem in particular, folk dance presentations model of Jerusalem the way modern is so different from the next, Israel’s capital are available in evenings much of the scholars envision its having looked 2000 is a magical city to explore by foot. time, and this can be followed by a tour years ago is part of the Shrine of the Book

32 GettingA�ound... Jerusalem inaugurated a new light railway system a couple of years ago, making it easier for tourists to navigate a city where traffic congestion is not unusual. In connecting the city center, the Old City and East Jerusalem, Mt. Herzl and a host of museums, the new light railway makes Jerusalem more accessible to all visitors and enables them to reach sites easily by public transportation. The downtown stops, in particular, bring passengers close to many of the city’s main sites, while the railway’s route through less-frequently visited neighborhoods will certainly tempt some just to get on and off and explore areas they would have missed otherwise. The light railway is an excellent way for tourists to discover another Jerusalem, not just history, religion and antiquities.

33 Convention Hotels�... Jerusalem The Dan Jerusalem Hotel offers a The Hotel features a selection of premium hospitality experience that restaurants and a bar as well as over combines an idyllic environment with 500 beautifully appointed guest rooms breath-taking vistas. Superbly designed and suites, not to mention spacious around a series of beautiful patios, the public areas. Dan Jerusalem Hotel sits on the historic The hotel also boasts a large outdoor slopes of Mount Scopus, overlooking pool and a heated indoor swimming the romantic skyline of Jerusalem and pool along with a fully equipped spa surrounded by the rolling hills of Judea with extensive health and beauty The Dan Jerusalem Hotel is also a facilities. perfect take-off point for a fascinating The Dan Jerusalem is the hotel of choice drive down to the desert, to the Qumran for meetings, conferences and seminars, Caves, the Dead Sea and Masada. offering a superb choice of indoor and The complimentary shuttle service outdoor venues. offered by the Dan Jerusalem Hotel makes it easy for guests to get to all of Jerusalem’s prime attractions.

Crowne Plaza Jerusalem Crowne Plaza Jerusalem towers over From Crowne Plaza Jerusalem it is less the Givat Ram area, adjacent to the than a 10-minute walk to Machane immense events space at Jerusalem's Yehuda outdoor marketplace, where International Convention Centre and boisterous traders will tease you with 10 minutes' drive to the Har Hotzvim mountains of olives and blocks of industrial park. It can be reached in 30 halvah or offer you cardamom-spiced minutes from Ben Gurion International coffee. Stroll another 30 minutes to Airport via the 24-hour Nesher taxi reach Damascus Gate, where 3,000 service. years of history is crammed inside the Crowne Plaza Fitness Centre's sauna Old City walls. and treatment rooms invite you to indulge in some me time. Challenge friends to tennis at our complimentary courts or plunge into our indoor pool covered with a retractable roof. 34 Convention Venue�... ICC Jerusalem The Jerusalem International Convention The ICC is located at the entrance to Center (ICC) is the largest and leading Jerusalem, a short drive from Tel Aviv conference center in Israel. Its lounges, and Ben Gurion International Airport, halls and interior rooms tell the story of and is near an abundance of attractions, a center that has seen everything: from historical sites and entertainment and receptions for presidents and VIPs to cultural venues offered by this special professional fairs and exhibitions, from world city. mammoth business events to intimate social events, from local and international conventions and conferences to spectacular performances on the Venue� Inauguration Dinner... bi-auditorium stage. Business Session�...

35 Gala Dinner Venues�... Sakoya, Jerusalem (23rd February, 2015) Sakoya is a perfect event venue complex in Ma’ale Ha’Hamisha, on the outskirts of Jerusalem. The complex has a roomy scenic outdoor garden on a green, beautiful lawn, by the pool side. In addition the complex includes an indoor, designed, decorated and air conditioned venue, with an impressive panoramic window overlooking the historic Judah Desert scenery.

Hilton Tel Aviv (24th February, 2015) Located at HaYarkon St. in the beautiful Independence Park, Hilton Tel Aviv hotel is situated on a cliff overlooking the vibrant Mediterranean Sea. The hotels minimalist blue and beige decor is designed to highlight the beautiful landscape and inspiring Mediterranean views. From grandiose galas and meticulous meetings to private parties and social soirées, Hilton Tel Aviv can gracefully host them all.

Venue� Farewell Dinner

36 P�e / Post Convention Tours�... TK on 19/02 at 14:40 TK on 19/02 at 14:40 South Tour (F2) North Tour (F1) 19/02 : Arrive at airport + Transfer to Dead Sea. Dinner & 19/02 : Arrive at airport + Transfer to Tiberias. Dinner & overnight at Dead Sea overnight in Tiberias

20/02 : Visit of Ein Gedi / Masada + Lunch / 20/02 : Capernaum + mount of Beatitudes / Boat + Pampering and floating afternoon at hotel. Dinner & lunch at Kibbutz Ein Gev / panorama / overnight at Dead Sea Nazareth / Dinner & overnight in Haifa

21/02 : Avdat National park and Mizpe Ramon visitor 21/02 : Akko / Haifa / Lunch at Druze village / Caesarea center / Lunch at Mizpe Ramon / Dinner & overnight in / Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv Tel Aviv 22/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Drive to 22/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Drive to Jerusalem Jerusalem

TK on 20/02 at 14:40 TK on 20/02 at 14:40 South Tour (E2) North Tour (E1) 20/02 : Arrive at airport + Transfer to Dead Sea. Dinner & 20/02 : Arrive at airport + Transfer to Tiberias. Dinner & overnight at Dead Sea overnight in Tiberias

21/02 : Visit of Ein Gedi Kibbutz / Masada + Lunch / 21/02 : Capernaum + mount of Beatitudes / Boat + lunch Pampering and floating afternoon at hotel. Dinner & at Kibbutz Ein Gev / Mount Arbel panorama / Nazareth / overnight at Dead Sea Dinner & overnight in Haifa

22/02 : Avdat National park and Mizpe Ramon visitor 22/02 : Akko / Haifa / Lunch on the way / Caesarea / center / Lunch at Mizpe Ramon / Drive to Jerusalem Drive to Jerusalem

25/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Dinner & 25/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv overnight in Tel Aviv

26/02 : Free Time in Tel Aviv / Transfer to airport 26/02 : Free Time in Tel Aviv / Transfer to airport

TK on 21/02 at 14:40 TK on 21/02 at 14:40 South Tour (D2) North Tour (D1) 21/02 : Arrive at airport + Transfer to Tel Aviv. Dinner & 21/02 : Arrive at airport + Transfer to Tel Aviv. Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv overnight in Tel Aviv

22/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Transfer to 22/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Transfer to Jerusalem Jerusalem

25/02 : Visit of Ein Gedi Kibbutz / Masada + Lunch / 25/02 : Transfer to Tiberias /Capernaum + mount of Pampering and floating afternoon at hotel. Dinner & Beatitudes / Boat + lunch at Kibbutz Ein Gev / Mount overnight at Dead Sea Arbel panorama / Dinner & overnight in Haifa

26/02 : Avdat National park and Mizpe Ramon visitor 26/02 : Akko / Haifa / Lunch on the way / Caesarea / center / Lunch at Mizpe Ramon / Dinner & overnight in Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv Tel Aviv 27/02 : Free Time in Tel Aviv / Transfer to airport 27/02 : Free Time in Tel Aviv / Transfer to airport

Note: FAM Tours Subject to change. 37 P�e / Post Convention Tours�... TK on 22/02 at 14:40 TK on 22/02 at 14:40 South Tour (G2) North Tour (G1) 25/02 : Transfer to Dead Sea / Visit of Ein Gedi Kibbutz 25/02 : Transfer to Tiberias /Capernaum + mount of / Masada + Lunch / Pampering and floating afternoon at Beatitudes / Boat + lunch at Kibbutz Ein Gev / Mount hotel / Dinner & overnight at Dead Sea Arbel panorama / Dinner & overnight in Tiberias

26/02 : Avdat National park and Mizpe Ramon visitor 26/02 : Nazareth / Akko / Haifa / Lunch on the way / center / Lunch at Mizpe Ramon / Drive to Tel Aviv / Dinner & overnight in Haifa Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv 27/02 : Caesarea / Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / 27/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Dinner & Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv overnight in Tel Aviv 28/02 : Free Time in Tel Aviv / Transfer to airport 28/02 : Free Time in Tel Aviv / Transfer to airport

LY on 20/02 at 03:30 LY on 22/02 at 03:30 Mixed Tour (A1) Mixed Tour (B1) 20/02 : departure to Haifa / Check inn + breakfast 22/02 : departure to Dead Sea / Check inn + breakfast at at hotel / rest time / Akko / Lunch / Haifa / Dinner & hotel / rest time / by 11:30Masada / Lunch / Transfer to overnight in Haifa Jerusalem

21/02 : Nazareth / Capernaum + mount of Beatitudes / 25/02 : Transfer to Tiberias / Capernaum + mount of Boat + lunch at Kibbutz Ein Gev / Mount Arbel panorama Beatitudes / Boat + lunch at Kibbutz Ein Gev / Mount / Dinner & overnight in Tiberias Arbel panorama / Dinner & overnight in Haifa

22/02 : Transfer to Dead Sea / Visit of Ein Gedi Kibbutz / 26/02 : Akko / Haifa / Lunch on the way / Caesarea / Masada + Lunch / Transfer to Jerusalem Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv

25/02 : Transfer to Tel Aviv / Tel Aviv full day tour with 27/02 : Early transfer to Airport Lunch / Transfer to Airport

Through Amman on 19/02 Through Amman on 19/02 Crossing by 15:30 Crossing by 15:30 South Tour (H2,I2,J2.K2,L2 & M2) North Tour ( H1,I1,J1,K1,L1 & M1) 19/02 : Sheikh Hussein Crossing / Transfer to Dead Sea / 19/02 : Sheikh Hussein crossing / Transfer to Tiberias / Dinner & overnight at Dead Sea Dinner & overnight at Tiberias

20/02 : Pampering and floating morning at hotel / 20/02 : Mount Arbel panorama / Boat + lunch at Lunch + Masada / Dinner & overnight at Dead Sea Kibbutz Ein Gev / Akko / Dinner & overnight in Haifa

21/02 : Avdat National park and Mizpe Ramon visitor 21/02 : Haifa / Lunch at Druze village / Caesarea / center / Lunch at Mizpe Ramon / Drive to Tel Aviv / Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv Dinner & overnight in Tel Aviv 22/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Transfer to 22/02 : Tel Aviv full day tour with Lunch / Transfer to Jerusalem. Jerusalem

38 Note: FAM Tours Subject to change. Convention Info... Registration Visa All Pre / Post tours are inclusive of all To register for the Convention, please Requirements to obtain the Israel Visa... meals and sightseeing and plan as per download and fill in the registration form Delegates are required to Email a clear the itinerary. Elal Flight dates are as per available at the TAFI Website (tafi.in). scanned copy of their passport in PDF departure date from India. Please check Registration will be considered confirmed Format to [email protected]. flight times or go through our detailed only on receipt of applicable fees and Please mail only one passport copy in one email on the tours for information. applicable taxes to be sent with the duly email – and clearly mention the name as Final Allotment of tours / flights are filled registration form to AFT I Secretariat per passport in the subject line. Along subject to availability at the time of at 509, “The Avenue” International Airport with their passport PDF mentioned above, receiving your registration, and the Road, Opp Hotel Leela, Andheri (East), Delegates are required to Email a duly Convention Committee’s decision on Mumbai -400 059. Tel. : +91-22 - 28391111, filled ‘Summary Sheet Document’ available the allotment will be considered as final. 28392222 Fax: +91-22-28255050. Email: for download on TAFI Website as a second Business Class Airfare: Special Business [email protected]. attachment. Fill-in Details in the MsWord Class Airfare is also available subject to Document and attach the same. availability at the time of registration. Registration Fee Grant of Visa is at the sole discretion of Delegates can enquire about the same Registration entitles delegates attendance Israeli authorities and TAFI will not be held with the TAFI Secretariat/Chapter to all Business Sessions, social functions responsible for the same. Chairman at the time of registration. such as Lunches, Receptions and Dinners Visa’s for all Delegates will be done at one as specified in the convention program. instance and Grant will be a paper Visa. Transportation For applicable Registration fees, refer to For Late Registrants – Visas will be Coach transfers between airport and the Registration form available at the TAFI stamped on the passport in India, and convention hotels etc. will be provided Website (tafi.in) There is no registration charges for the same will have to be only during the Pre/Post Convention FAM fee for delegates taking the ‘TAFI borne by the applicant. For Delegates Tours and also for all official Convention Convention 2015’ package. Registration from Chennai / Bengaluru / Kochi / programs only to the delegates taking Fee for Delegates from India not taking Kolkata / Ahmedabad / Hyderabad, flying the entire Convention Package ex-India. Convention Package is ` 15,000. For Local through Amman, Jordan Visa will also Transfers will also be provided between Delegate Registration (Residents of Israel be processed using the same delegate the Convention hotel to ICC Jerusalem for and Foreign Nationals) the registration fee passport PDF and Summary Sheet the Business Sessions. Delegates arriving / is US$ 250 per person. Document (collected for Israel Visa). departing other than the official schedule Grant of Visa is at the sole discretion of will have to make their own arrangements. Eligibility Jordan authorities and TAFI will not be Also note, delegates making their own All categories of members of the Travel held responsible for the same. arrangements for stay will not be provided Agents Federation of India who have with any transfers. registered and invitees may attend the Flight Reservations Convention. The Convention Committee For Delegates from Chennai / Bengaluru reserves the right to reject any application / Kochi / Kolkata / Ahmedabad & without assigning any reason. Only Hyderabad : Flights from their cities are registered members and invitees will be being arranged and travel will be through entitled to participate in the Business Amman. Amman – Israel - Amman will be Sessions and social functions. Pre / road travel. Our Costings include Amman Post Convention FAM tours, Jerusalem Visa charges. For Ahmedabad Delegates : sightseeing tours will be entitled only to Departures may be ex-Mumbai and return the delegates taking the entire Convention directly to Ahmedabad. Except Guests on Package ex-India. Entry to all programs Elal : All passengers will get 6 nights stay will be strictly through the display of in Israel. Three for the convention and Delegate Badges. three for the tour. Based on departure dates the pre tours may be split up.

39 Dos and Don’t for Delegates 6. Any cost incurred due to such Pre/Post Convention Tours Israel is a very strict country where behaviour will have to be borne by the At the time of Registration, Delegates can security is concerned and has laws which registering company . choose to take a Pre/Post Convention are stringent thus not allowing any 7. The city tours are planned by our host FAM Tour. Only Delegates from India are compromise on security and following law country hence the delegates will have eligible for Pre / Post Convention FAM of the land. Our convention is planned on to accept the tour executions as per Tour. Local Delegates are not entitled. an invitation from Israel hence we all have availability and the host country planning. Delegates are entitled to only one FAM to remember we are guests of a foreign No demands of any personal choices will tour, which can be Pre or Post (Subject nation. be entertained. to availability). Delegates are requested The delegates need to maintain certain 8. The delegates have to maintain a strict to register early to get a tour of their code of conduct when availing of the code of dressing as per the events/ visits choice. Allocations will be done on first- convention facilities. to monuments/ religious sites/ visits to come-first-served basis. Decision of the 1. Most delegates are from the Travel the dead sea (proper swim-wear required Convention Committee is final. Pre / Post Industry who are aware of the travel strictly or will not be permitted to enter). Convention FAM Tours are as per itinerary & tours arrangements, the logistics Proper leather shoes for business meets and inclusive of meals. Detailed itinerary problems one can face, the in-numerous also a must . No sports footwear will will be available for download on the changes and alterations which can be allowed. Formal shirts / trousers TAFI Website. For Delegates arriving by happen due to flights, hotels and ground compulsory. No t-shirts without collars certain flights, pre/post tours are being handling. Immigration process in Israel allowed. organised as per the flight timings. They is thorough and it may take some time 9. Maintaining sanctity in religious places are requested to take the suggested tours. it is therefore expected of our delegates have to be followed The Convention Committee reserves the to be patient with the handing over of 10. Maintaining time on all days of the right to make changes in the Pre / Post documents, information being given and convention is a must. Attendance has to Tours. Changes made will be informed. maintain restrain and patience during be as per prescribed timings, walking A Non-refundable FAM Tour Add-on Fees these processes. in late for business sessions has to be of Rs. 2,250* (*+Applicable Service Tax 2. Every one working for the convention strictly avoided. Extra @ 3.09%) per pax is payable to is doing a voluntary service to the 11. Delegates should carry enough TAFI at the time of Registration. association and its members hence the business cards with India printed on the Delegate must respect & appreciate the card. This is helpful during buyer / seller Cancellation and Refund Policy Convention team and its efforts. meets. In case of cancellation received 3. Attending a convention would require • Cancellations up-to 10th January 2015 : the delegate to ensure participation in Attire 25% charge. all the planned programs. The delegate The Inaugural function and Gala Dinner • Cancellations up-to 25th January 2015 : must ensure full attendance for all the on 22nd Feb, 2015 at ICC Jerusalem are 50% charge. business sessions, buyer /seller meets/ formal events. Delegates are requested • Cancellation after 25th January 2015 : evening programs/ city tours. Planning to wear suits/National dress with No refund. and organizing for all these events is done appropriate footwear. Business attire is • No Delegate Name change is allowed. with great efforts and costs. recommended for the Business Sessions. • All request for cancellation must be 4. Our Delegate must remember you are For the remaining Gala Dinners smart made in writing and addressed to viewed and assessed by your nationality casual will be the norm. Please note: Blue the TAFI Secretariat ([email protected]) in thus becoming the face of your country. Jeans, T-shirts without collars & sandals/ Mumbai, with a cc to (convention@tafi. Letting it down before other nationalities sneakers is not considered appropriate org.in) is a direct insult to your country. One attire locally. Delegates visiting the dead • All refunds will be processed only after must remember this in every interaction sea should carry appropriate swim wear. 15th March 2015. especially on a foreign soil. 5. Any Delegate if found to be Individual Promotion misbehaving after consumption of alcohol Individual Promotions or hospitality will be barred from attending any of the is neither appreciated nor allowed future events during the convention. The during the convention, unless with the said delegate will also not be allowed to prior permission and approval of the participate in future TAFI events. Convention Committee. 40