Tel Aviv Yafo to Brisbane Flights

  About Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is a small city in Israel that has a vibrant nightlife, rich culture and history. You will also find some of the best desserts in the city at several ice cream parlours. While the city has embraced the modern way of living, it also manages to strike a balance between preserving its traditions and welcoming modernity. The city is also known for its diverse dining scenes and for serving the best Israeli food you'll ever get anywhere else. The Tel Aviv Port is one of the major attractions in the city that is also a hotspot for young couples and friends to stroll around at night. It is Israel's second-largest city and has a very artistic feel to it. Waking up to the view of the turquoise blue waters and sandy beaches is literally a dream come true. Tel Aviv is one of the most underrated vacation spots in the world and definitely needs more attention than it gets. Make sure you add the city to your travel itinerary right away. No one has ever come back from the city feeling disappointed, a little blue maybe because their vacation ended.

Best Time to Visit Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv experiences winter from December to February when the temperature ranges from 9 to 19 degree Celsius. While it is not too cold, it is not too hot either. Make sure you book your hotel in Tel Aviv for several weeks in advance to avoid the price surge. The city expects a lot of youngsters around this time who either want to take a stroll by the shore or just hit the beach, but since the water is way too chilly in winter, most travellers settle for a stroll. However, there are chances of it raining during this season, too. Make sure you pack an umbrella if you are planning a trip to Tel Aviv during this season. You will also have to book your flight tickets to Tel Aviv in advance to dodge the surge. It will be difficult to get cheap flight tickets to Tel Aviv so close to the peak season. You can attend events like the Tel Aviv Jazz Festival or the Tel Aviv Samsung Marathon in February.

Spring season hits Tel Aviv in March and April. The temperature ranges from 11 to 22 degree Celsius making this the perfect season to plan a trip to the city. The summer crowd is yet to hit the city, so you have the beaches and most tourist attractions all to yourself. While the days can get pretty warm, the nights are colder. Tourists love sitting at the outdoor cafes and just admiring the beautiful view of the city. You will still not be able to go for a swim in the Mediterranean because it is still going to be pretty cold out there. You can take part in Israel Independence Day celebrations if you are going to take off to Tel Aviv in April.

May to August is summer in Tel Aviv, and the temperature ranges from 17 to 30 degree Celsius. This is the perfect time for you to put on your fanciest bikini or swimwear and head to the beach. You can go for a swim or just enjoy a little sunbathing. June to August are the driest months in Tel Aviv since it doesn't rain at all during this time, which is one of the reasons why it sees a peak in tourism in summer. You might want to book your hotel in Tel Aviv for several months in advance because it will get packed for the summer. You might also land exciting flight deals to Tel Aviv if you book it in advance. You can attend festivals like Tel Aviv Pride, TLVFest, The Tel Aviv International Student Film Festival and the White Night International Festival, also called Laila Lavan.

September to November is autumn season in Tel Aviv and the temperature ranges from 14 to 29 degree Celsius. If crowded places or crowds, in general, tend to ruin your holiday, this is the perfect time for you to head to Tel Aviv. However, hotel and flight rates do not see a dip at all. You can attend events like High Holy Days, DLD Tel Aviv Innovation Festival and Tel Aviv Night Run.

Places to Visit in Tel Aviv

The Beach Promenade is one location that is jammed with tourists and locals, especially during peak season. It gives you easy access to the church but also to the series of cafes. Rabin Square is Israel's most famous plaza and an important site to visit. It has a memorial for Israel's late Prime Minister, Yitzhak Rabin, who was assassinated after a pro-peace rally. Jaffa's Old City is yet another port city near Tel Aviv that will leave you stumped. The shopaholic in you will screech right through the roof at Jaffa's flea market. Tel Aviv port is also a famous spot among youngsters that offers a beautiful view of the sea. The Great Synagogue on Allenby Street attracts a lot of party animals and can be called a nightlife hotspot. You can also visit the Tel Aviv Museum to know more about its history. The city has a lot of museums and historical monuments that art and history buffs would enjoy thoroughly. However, most tourists just come here for the party.

Things to do in Tel Aviv

Sign up for a guided tour of the city that includes all the museums and historical tours. You can also explore these on your own if you don't want help. The city has quite a few recreational areas like the Tayelet, Neve Tzedek, Jaffa, Tel Aviv Port and the list goes on. Tel Aviv city has about 16 beaches with clean toilers and outdoor showers, but that's not what they pride themselves on the most. The clean beaches and blue waters are what invites tourists to the city. You can try top sea surfing or regular surfing, snorkelling, boating and other such water-related activities. You can also sign up for one of Israel's food tours and get to sample some of them. The shopping scene in Tel Aviv is exciting, and you will certainly end buying more than you want to. The city is also known for its happening and exciting nightlife. Make sure you attend at least one of the parties. If you have taken off to Tel Aviv with your friends, you won't have to rely on an external company of strangers, but even so, Tel Aviv is one party destination that you don't want to miss at all. You can also sign up for a cooking class in the city and learn how to cook Israeli food. If you are staying in a guesthouse of sorts with kitchen facilities, you can head to the market, buy some fresh produce and recreate the meals you learnt all by yourself. You might want to uncork the wine bottle before you finish cooking.

Foods and Restaurants in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv has a very eclectic dining scene but more than that, a vibrant nightlife. From quaint cafes to fancy restaurants and cafes, you will find everything that suits your taste buds here. Hummus Masabacha, Kanafeh and Sabich are some of the highly recommended Mediterranean cuisines that you will find here. You can head to Night Kitchen for an authentic and delicious variety of Mediterranean cuisines. If you feel like treating yourself to some seafood, you can head to Shila - Sharon Cohen's Kitchen and Bar. Santa Katarina is another popular restaurant known for bringing something new to its menu constantly and for its tasty Mediterranean food. It is not easy to find kosher options in Israel easily, but you can head to Falafel Hakosem that has been getting great reviews from tourists and the locals. The House of Hummus and Abu Hassan are some of the other popular options you can try here. Dallal Bakery is a favourite amongst the locals and the tourists.

How to reach Tel Aviv

Ben Gurion Airport is the main international airport that serves Israel and is about 20 km away from Tel Aviv. The flight connectivity to Tel Aviv from India is decent. Ethiopian Airlines and Turkish Airlines have frequent flights to Tel Aviv from India with layovers at Addis Ababa and Istanbul. You might get cheap flight tickets to Tel Aviv if you are travelling during the offseason. Make sure you are also hooked to your phones or screens whenever there is a sale on tickets. If you are lucky, you might get exciting flight deals to Tel Aviv online. Even though the airport is quite far from the city, getting a cab from the airport does not prove to be a task. The airport has free WiFi, premium lounges, duty-free shops, 24-hours medical care, ATMs, restaurants, cafes, currency exchange and so on. Based on the flight that you choose, your plane journey can be anywhere between 18- 25 hours. Make sure you book a ticket that has a lesser travel time.

  About Brisbane

If you are planning a vacation to Australia, Brisbane is a city that must be on your itinerary. It is a popular tourist attraction in Australia after Sydney and Melbourne. It is also the capital of Queensland, which is also called Sunshine State. The city is known for its music, art, food and a very happening nightlife. Brisbane is also popular for its wildlife. From hugging Koalas to swimming with the dolphins, you can spend an entire day with animals and never get tired of it. The city also houses some of the best rooftop bars with a stunning view overlooking the beaches. You can catch a rugby match at the Suncorp Stadium if you are a sports fanatic or you can also opt for activities like climbing the Story Bridge and much more. The city gives you a ton of options to choose from that makes your vacation worth every penny spent. It is an ideal holiday destination if you want to spend it outdoors and not indoors.

Best Time to Visit Brisbane

One thing is certain, no matter what time of the year it is when you visit Brisbane, you will find yourself walking into more than one event. March to May is one of the best times to visit Brisbane. It is not a high tourist season, but the city does get relief from the heavy monsoon showers and heads towards the high season. The temperature ranges from 13 to 27 degree Celsius. You will come across some excellent flight deals to Brisbane, along with accommodations during this time. While you are here, you can attend the Brisbane Comedy Festival, World Science Festival Brisbane, Redcliffe Festival of Sails and Bike Week. The weather is quite pleasant, and you will also get to indulge in all of the outdoor activities that you plan to try. Flight tickets to Brisbane are also comparatively cheaper. If you don't like a crowded place, this is the perfect time to visit Brisbane.

June to August is winter in Brisbane, and the temperature ranges from 10 to 23 degree Celsius. Even though it is winter in the city, the days remain quite warm. This is the best time to indulge in outdoor activities and attend events that are hosted here. This is high season in Brisbane, and you will even spot tourists from Sydney and Melbourne. Royal Queensland Show or Ekka is a very popular event that takes place in August. You can also attend the Queensland Music Festival and Out of the Box Festival in June-July. If you are in Brisbane in August, make sure you also attend the Redcliffe KiteFest. Make sure you book your hotel in Brisbane well in advance, along with your flight tickets to Brisbane because the rates spike up during this season.

Brisbane experiences springtime from September to November. The days are warm and the nights are quite breezy. The weather sets quite a romantic mood in the evenings. The temperature ranges from 13 to 28 degree Celsius. It is also a very busy time in Brisbane. You attend events like the Brisbane Writers Festival and Brisbane Festival in September, Valley Fiesta and Oktoberfest in October. The weather is perfect for trying any outdoor activity. You can even go for a swim in the lake or to the beaches. Make sure you book your accommodation well in advance since hotels fill up pretty quickly during this season.

December to February are the wettest months in Brisbane. The temperature ranges from 20 to 30 degree Celsius. The heavy showers even lead to floods sometimes. Not to mention, you will also witness a lot of thunderstorms. Hotel prices drop and so do flight fares, since there are very few tourists in the city. The heavy showers might even put a damper on your outdoor plans. But you can, however, enjoy a lot of events and festivals in the city during this time. You can attend the Brisbane Comedy Festival in February and March or the BrisAsia Festival in January and February. You can also head to the Woodford Folk Festival in December-January.

Places to Visit in Brisbane

Whether you like beaches or mountains or both, Brisbane has both of it. You can either hit the beach over the weekend or go on a hike to the mountains. You will never get bored in Brisbane, and that is certain. The city also has museums and gardens for you to explore. Australia is known for its wildlife, and you can experience it in Brisbane, too. The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is one of the oldest and largest Koala sanctuaries in the world. But apart from Koalas, you will also find kangaroos, wombats, emus, Tasmanian devils, cockatoos, Australian parrots and so on. You can even hug a Koala here and take loads of pictures. Glass House Mountains on the coastal plains of Queensland and a group of thirteen volcanic hills. The native flora and fauna, along with a picturesque landscape, is what attracts tourists to this place. You can also go mountain climbing at Tibrogargan and Ngungun mountains. Story Bridge is an iconic structure in the city that connects Kangaroo Point, Brisbane CBD and Fortitude Valley. You can either explore the area on foot or rent a bicycle.

Bussink Ferris wheel is one of the most magnificent places to go to in Brisbane. It is 60-meters tall and offers you a 360-degree view of the city. The Ferris wheel stops when you reach the top, and you get to hear audio that reveals all the major attractions in Brisbane that you can visit. Roma Street Parkland is yet another popular attraction that you can head to on a sunny day. There are quite a few gardens in there, and they also have an amphitheatre. Queensland Gallery of Modern Art, or GOMA, is where you head to if you are an art lover. The museum houses a lot of modern and contemporary arts. South Bank is one of the most relaxing tourist attractions in Brisbane. Some eateries offer delicious foods, a scenic view from the river and it is also closer to other tourist attractions like the Wheel of Brisbane, Streets Beach, Grand Arbour and Nepal Peace Pagoda. If you are planning to head to the South Bank, make sure you pack your sunscreen and beach clothes. Streets Beach is right near the South Bank, and you can spend a gorgeous evening here.

Things to do in Brisbane

You can either rent a taxi for the entire day to explore the city, hire a guide for the day or you can just explore the city on foot all by yourself. Brisbane is known for its botanical gardens, and you can just explore the lush green gardens for a day. You can visit the Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mount Coot-tha or the City Botanic Gardens. Story Bridge is yet another popular tourist attraction in the city and mainly because it connects three other attractions. It is the link between Kangaroo Point, Fortitude Valley and central Brisbane. It also makes for a great place to take pictures. Head over to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to hug a Koala and take pictures with it. Go on a hike at Mount Coot-tha, and you will get a spectacular view of the city from up there. You can also enjoy a ferry ride from the South Bank to explore the city better.

Food and Restaurants in Brisbane

Brisbane has a very eclectic dining scene and a vibrant nightlife. You will find everything from Turkish, Chinese and Spanish cuisine to Australian food. You must try the meat pies here with potato wedges and other types of meats that are coated with Piri Piri. These are some of the popular and traditional Australian dishes. You will also find a lot of seafood, oysters specifically since it is so close to the ocean. The downtown area in Brisbane boasts of some top-rated restaurants. Esquire and The EURO are some of the most popular eateries in the city. You must also try the Farmers markets in the city since it is a big part of the food culture in Brisbane. Head over to Betty's Burgers and Concrete Co or Rogue Bistro for authentic Australian food and lip-smacking burgers. You can also try La Cache a Vin for traditional French cuisine and a glass of wine.

How to reach Brisbane (Transportation)

Brisbane Airport is the nearest to the city and is also the primary international airport in the city. It is also a major hub for airlines like Virgin Australia and Qantas. The flight connectivity to Brisbane from India is excellent. However, the travel time ranges from 18 to 30 hours, and it can get a tad exhausting. Cathay Pacific Airways, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines have frequent flights to Brisbane from India with layovers at Hong Kong, Melbourne, Sydney or Singapore, depending on which flight you pick. The airport is well-equipped with WiFi, lounges, smoking areas, shopping areas, restaurants and cafes. You will also get a taxi from the airport to your hotel quite easily.