The Top 3 Beaches in Tel AvivWith a welcoming coastline and a selection of some of Israel's best beaches, I've highlighted the most happening Tel Aviv beaches spanning from Jaffa in the south to Tel Aviv Port in the north. Spend the day like a local, sweating through an intense makeout session, playing volleyball on the Gordon Beach strip, or simply lying down and soaking up the sun.Hilton BeachHilton Beach, also known as Tel Aviv's gay strip of sand, is one of the nicest and cleanest options. It's tucked away just beneath the Hilton Hotel.Along with the gay scene, Hilton Beach has successfully tapped into the niche water-sports market. The Sea Centre Club offers windsurfing and kayaking lessons, with beginner and children's lessons available. Hilton Beach is ideal for a day or nighttime chill-out, summer or winter, with a plethora of restaurants serving a variety of beach food.Jerusalem (Geula) BeachThis is the place to try your hand at 'Matkot,' a game invented by Israelis that is played with two ping-pong-like wooden paddles and a hard little ball.The incessant tick tacking of this annoying game loved by Israeli beachgoers is rampant on the "matkot" beach. Either participate in a heated game or cool off in the sea. Beachgoers can eat at Tel Aviv's Abulafia (Jaffa's famous Arabic bakery) or refuel at Shakes Pree next door, which serves fresh juices and shakes. Tzfoni BeTayelet, the beach caf�, is spacious and ideal for watching the sunset.Gordon BeachThis beach, opposite the Sheraton Hotel, is one of Tel Aviv's busiest.Gordon Beach has volleyball courts and a beautiful saltwater swimming pool surrounded by lawns for relaxing. There are numerous restaurants on the boardwalk that serve large portions of classics such as Israeli breakfast, fresh fish, sandwiches, and a wide variety of salads. After sundown, a variety of outdoor beach bars offer sun-kissed revellers some after-hours fun with DJs, drinks, and dancing.[I]