December 19th 2014
If your family is into hiking in nature, there are plenty of reserves and trails in Israel that feature opportunities to get and stay wet. Even if you’re traveling with family with varying levels of hiking ability, Israel has water hikes that you’re all sure to love. Here are some of our favorites. Strollers welcome […]
December 18th 2014
Perhaps due to its location at the hinge of Europe, Asia and Africa, the land of Israel has been home to countless cultures over the millennia. However, while the activities of the Crusaders, Romans and Ottoman sultans here are well documented, there are plenty of discovered digs that have stymied the experts, unsure of who […]
December 16th 2014
Ramon Crater, called Makhtesh Ramon in Hebrew, is Israel’s answer the Grand Canyon, although strictly speaking, it isn’t a proper canyon or even a crater! It’s a makhtesh, a geological landform exclusive to the Negev that scientists believe was created through erosion. The Ramon Crater is the largest makhtesh in Israel. Located 53 miles south of […]
December 13th 2014
These days, new immigrants arrive in Israel on airplanes. In times gone by, the Old Jaffa Port, known in Hebrew as Namal Yafo, was the very first view of the Land of Israel for generations of traders, pilgrims and migrants. Even earlier in history, the biblical prophet Jonah is said to have set sail from […]
December 10th 2014
The Neve Michael Children’s Home serves 250 children, aged 4 to 18 years, who are unable to live with their families due to neglect and/or abuse. Located in Pardes Chana, the home provides familiar warmth, education, extracurricular activities and therapy for these children. The institution, run by Emunah, was founded in the 1940s and aims […]
December 10th 2014
If you want to connect to ancient Jerusalem in a tangible manner while you’re visiting Israel, consider the Archaeological Experience in Emek Tzurim, also known as the Temple Mount Sifting Project. Located at the bottom of the Kidron Valley on the slopes of Mount Scopus near Hebrew University, this initiative allows visitors from around the […]
December 8th 2014
The story of the State of Israel’s development is told thoroughly and compellingly at The Israeli Museum at the Yitzhak Rabin Center. As befits the Rabin Center, the museum also weaves the biography of Yitzchak Rabin himself into the history of the State of Israel. The museum, built in the form of a downward spiral, […]
December 3rd 2014
If you’re a photographer, Israel’s nature reserves will give you plenty to point your camera at. From Rosh Hanikra in the north to Mount Solomon in the south, the country is filled with a wide variety of amazingly beautiful natural wonders – mountains and rock formations of many types, thousands of bird species, desert sand-scapes, […]
December 3rd 2014
Like most people, we know you’re looking for ways to save money on your trip to Israel. But some things are simply not worth compromising on. Here are our top seven suggestions for how you can get the most value from your Israel tour budget. 1. Flights with stops While non-stop flights to Israel are […]
December 2nd 2014
Among the most charming neighborhoods in Tel Aviv, Neve Tzedek is also the oldest. In the late 19th century, the area was a haven for artists, writers, such as the Nobel Prize-winning author S. Y. Agnon and other intellectuals. Today, Neve Tzedek is a charming haven of bourgeois-bohemian urban living. It began in 1887 as […]
December 1st 2014
At Qumran National Park, you can visit the ancient settlement of Qumran and walk among the ruins of the Essenes to gain a window into how and why they lived in the midst of the desert more than 2,000 years ago. Qumran National Park is located along the northwestern shore of the Dead Sea. The […]
November 30th 2014
We wanted to find out more about Neve Michael Children’s Village in Pardes Hanna so we got in touch with Hava Levene, the Programs and Projects Director. Hava grew up in Washington DC and made Israel her permanent home over 46 years ago. One day she showed up at Neve Michael’s doors asking if they needed […]
November 30th 2014
Israel is such a tiny country, there isn’t room for its name on most maps, and yet ,where else in the world offers so much inspiration, visual beauty and diversity? There are certain scenes in Israel that every visitor wants to capture. These are the images that will preserve the magic of Israel for you […]
November 30th 2014
When you come to Israel with your family, you’re naturally going to be looking for activities that won’t break the bank. Here are our top five free and cheap activities for families to enjoy together in Israel. We’ve compiled a range of options, so you’re sure to find something that suits your family and budget. […]
November 30th 2014
When you close your eyes and picture yourself in Israel, among other things, you probably see images of sand dunes and camels. It’s unlikely that you think of Israel as a ski resort destination. But did you know there actually is skiing in Israel? It’s found on Mount Hermon, the highest mountain in the country, […]
November 19th 2014
Jerusalem is a family-friendly city and is home to a number of parks created specifically for children of various ages. In between touring all of the important sites and attractions around Jerusalem, spend a few hours relaxing in one of these parks while your kids get out all of their excess energy. Gilo Park Located […]
November 18th 2014
Situated on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, Tiberias is one of the four Israeli cities holy to Judaism. As a result, number of important Jewish rabbinical figures are buried in this scenic and historic coastal town. Visiting the graves of righteous people who, during their lifetimes, spiritually uplifted the Jewish people is […]
November 17th 2014
If you’re planning a trip to Israel with someone in a wheelchair or dependent on a walker, it’s easy to get discouraged by how many sites are not accessible. Don’t be disheartened. There are plenty of places to visit that are comfortable for tourists in wheelchairs. Here are our top five picks, but we’ve got […]
November 16th 2014
Of the five infantry combat brigades in the Israel Defense Forces, Golani is among the most prestigious and the most highly decorated. The symbol of the Golani Brigade is a green tree against a yellow background and it’s a symbol you’ll see often when visiting the Museum of Golani Division Heroism in the Upper Galilee. […]
