This Middle Eastern country is a popular destination for all those intrigued by the spiritual and religious. With a bounty of archaeological and historical sites such as Jerusalem and the ancient city of Hazor, Israel is bound to mesmerize. Its varied landscape of desert, mountain, and sea make for a different kind of attraction. Travelers can hike up the snowy peaks of Mount Hermon, enjoy the waters of the Dead Sea, or discover the corals, exotic fish, and underwater wonders of the Gulf of Eilat. The possibilities are boundless.