Director of the Kfar Etzion field school Yaron Rosenthal explained  the nature of the popularity of Gush Etzion tourism to INN, “Over 500,000 tourists just last year enjoyed a rich historic educational experience in addition to adventure parks and exciting ATV trails. Etzion Bloc’s vicinity to central Israel makes it an easily accessible, highly rewarding retreat.

David Shire of Scotland is one the proprietors of the Gush Etzion Beer Brewery. “We decided to produce the most superior beer in Israel with only natural ingredients, and overseas customers who enjoy our exports have given us rave reviews.”