Israel’s cultural and commercial center has come a long way in recent decades. Though surrounded by conflict, Tel Aviv maintains an effortlessly cool, safe vibe. High-end restaurants, boutique hotels, and shopping centers are opening up throughout the city, all strewn against a backdrop of ancient ports, iconic markets, and millennia of history. Plus thanks to year-round sunshine and a geographical blessing along the country’s Mediterranean coast, Tel Aviv’s ten miles of sandy beachfront are welcoming no matter when you go. To live like a local, you’ll sun on the beach in the morning and party until the wee hours, wandering colorful streets and eating amazing food along the way. Tel Aviv truly provides the perfect mix of old and new, relaxation and stimulation.