Dreaming of an Authentic 2008 Christmas – in the Holy Land
A white Christmas or a beach Christmas is a wonderful experience, with sleighs, Christmas trees, lights, Santa, holly, elves and or a beach barbeque making for a pleasant Christmas experience.
[Pictured: The Church of the Nativity]
However if you seek a truly authentic Christmas experience nothing can top Christmas in the place it began, Jesus’ Birthplace Church of the Nativity Bethlehem, Old City of Jerusalem
Manger Square in Bethlehem, just 9 kms from Jerusalem marks the birthplace of Jesus and has inspired dozens of Christmas carols.
This year, thousands of people from around the world will gather in Manger Square at Midnight on Christmas Eve to share that unique spiritual experience. If you do plan to be a part of the festivities, book now, as Jerusalem is heavily booked at this time of the year although it is low season in other parts of Israel. GMTC also has to arrange your pass to attend the festivities at Manger Square.
Greece and Mediterranean Travel Centre offers packages to Israel and accommodation arrangements in Jerusalem just a few kilometers from Bethlehem. As has been the tradition for the past few years tourists will have special access from Jerusalem to Bethlehem in the Palestinian Authority area during the Christmas period.
While you’re in Israel explore the spiritual majesty of Jerusalem, the Holy City for half of humanity. If you’re really lucky you may even see the Holy City glisten from beneath a blanket of winter snow. Winter in Israel is a great time to enjoy the greenery of the Galilee, ski the Holy Land on Mt Hermon, take in the vibrant nightlife in Tel Aviv and enjoy the unique experience of floating on the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth, 416 metres below sea level. GMTCs Israel programs can be easily combined with Jordan and Egypt.
You should book to ensure your authentic Christmas in the Holy Land.
For details call 1300 661 666 or check out www.greecemedtravel.com .
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