Irish Trade partners in Jerusalem with ATTS
It has been amazing few days in Israel experiencing the beaches and nightlife of Tel Aviv, the old town of Jaffa, through the friendliest desert in the world, experiencing the Dead Sea and completing our journey to one of the oldest cities in the world, Jerusalem. The American Colony hotel is our base for the last stop on our tour of this amazing destination where you have a mix of a Mediterranean style resort mixed with a history and diversity of product that is unrivalled.
We began our time in Jerusalem at the viewing point at the Mt of Olives which provides you with a perfect panoramic view of this ancient city. The site is a very important one for both Christian and Jewish traditions. Exploring the old city of Jerusalem, we entered the gates of the old city walking the Via Dolorosa retracing the stations of the cross ending in the Church of the Holy Sepulcher which is a complex of various chapels built on what was called the Hill of Golgotha. The site is mentioned in all four canonical Gospels, and it contains, according to traditions dating back to at least the fourth century, the Calvary, where Jesus was crucified, and the Tomb of Christ, where he was buried and resurrected.
Regardless of your beliefs you cannot help but feel the energy of the pilgrim’s dedication and emotion as you walk through the old city visiting the Western Wall, known as the Wailing wall and the cardo, an ancient commercial street with bustling markets and traders at very corner where you can still shop and trade today.
The Tower of David Museum is a must visit which is the restored ancient Citadel. We got to see an amazing light show when we arrived which depicts the history of this unique city through displays and exhibits. The museum also offers an exceptional panoramic view from its towers and ramparts.
Walking through the Machane Yehuda Market – Israeli Shook, which is adjacent to the Museum of David you are transported back in time in this unique atmosphere taking in the smells, colours through the winding alleys and stalls where you can take time out to taste and sample local products.
We ended our day and evening in Jerusalem with a dinner in the Dolphin Yam Restaurant which was established in 1967 making it the oldest Seafood and meat restaurant in Jerusalem.
Gallery
Subscribe to our E-Zine
from latest edition
Head to Hollywood for just €549 (£473) return with TAP Air Portugal
TAP Air Portugal is offering an incredible promotion to Los Angeles until July 9, with prices starting from €549 euros (£473), including taxes, for round-trips to California.
Read more
Etihad Guest Raises the Extraordinary Challenge Prize Pot to over 20 Million Miles Due to Overwhelming Demand
Etihad Guest has announced 12.5 million additional miles up for grabs in the second phase of The Extraordinary Challenge, bringing the grand total prize pot to over 20 million Etihad Guest Miles...
Read more
Riviera Travel’s brand new river cruise ship, MS Riviera Radiance, wows on the European waterways
The state-of-the-art ship was built for Riviera Travel in collaboration with a longstanding shipping partner and set off on its first cruise on June 9th 2025. The latest edition to Riviera Trave...
Read more
Summer in full swing at Cork & Dublin airports but cap continues to weigh down Dublin
Summer is in full swing at Cork and Dublin airports with record numbers of passengers passing through both airports in June, but the terminals passenger cap continues to weigh down Dublin. Cork ...
Read more
Oceania Cruises Exceptional Savings Trade Webinar – Available On Demand
Join Steve Odell, Senior Vice President, International & Consumer Sales, and guests to discover new ways to elevate your business.
Read more
Travel Counsellors Ireland 2026 Conference Announcement
Travel Counsellors Ireland are delighted to announce that its 2026 conference will be held on Thursday 5th and Friday 6th March, at the 5* Fota Island Resort in Cork. The conference will feature...
Read more