December 2nd 2010
The Hagana Museum, or “Beit Eliyahu,” is on the site of Eliyahu Golomb’s home, one of the founders of the Hagana, the pre-state Jewish military force that later became the Israel Defense Force (IDF). The ground floor hosts a biographical display on Golomb’s life. The upper floors of the museum are a permanent exhibit using […]
December 2nd 2010
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) History Museum is a three-story museum exhibit that showcases the history and development of the IDF military forces from the British Mandate period before the creation of the state of Israel and its ensuing struggle from 1948 until today. Through the use of maps, photographs, and historical documents, the museum […]
December 2nd 2010
The Chaim Weizmann Museum, next to The Weizmann Institute of Science, is a house-museum where visitors can obtain a closer look into the public and private life of not just Israel’s first President but a famous scientist in the fields of biochemistry and chemistry and a former president of the World Zionist Organization. Upon entering […]
December 2nd 2010
Ben Gurion House is a historic museum in Tel Aviv which was the secondary residence of Israel’s first Prime Minister, David Ben Gurion, between the years of 1931 and 1968. Today, the house and all its remains are intact, including the impressive library of Ben-Gurion, with over twenty-thousand books in Hebrew, English, Latin, Greek, and […]
December 2nd 2010
Visit the Rubin Museum in the center of historic Tel Aviv. The museum is the former home of famous Israeli painter, Reuven Rubin. Rubin worked here from 1946 until his death in 1974. In 1983, this quaint house on Bialik street was opened to the public to showcase his work. Inside the museum is a […]
December 2nd 2010
Sportech is located in the heart of Tel Aviv. The combination of a perfect piece of land and a great location make an excellent mixture of entertainment and fun for both children and adults. Sportech was established over twenty years ago, bringing fun outdoor activities to Tel Aviv. There is much to do, including a […]
December 2nd 2010
Yarkon Park is Tel Aviv’s largest public urban-area park, with botanical gardens, sports facilities, a water park, an aviary, artificial lakes, and two outdoor concert venues. There are six gardens throughout the park, the largest being the Rock Garden, which showcases the geological diversity located in Israel. There are over three-thousand types of plants. There […]
December 2nd 2010
Apollonia National Park, located along the coastal plain just north of the major city Herzliya Pituach, is a magnificent park full of ancient history. The park houses the remnants of a thirteenth century Crusader fortress which was razed by the Mamluk Empire. There are two major hiking routes throughout the park – one follows along […]
December 2nd 2010
Visit “Better Place” in northern Tel Aviv, the world’s leading electric vehicle company. Better Place is focused on moving the world from oil-based to zero-emission vehicles powered by electricity from renewable sources. Israel is building the world’s first electrically car grid and Better Place is at the heart of this venture- learn about Better Place […]
December 2nd 2010
Ancient Katzrin Park features a third century Jewish village modeled after Talmudic times, including a dwelling with domestic artifacts that were used during the year, as well as a reconstructed early synagogue. The synagogue is made of basalt and was used for hundreds of years until it was destroyed by an earthquake. It is said […]
December 2nd 2010
The Palmach (an acronym for the Hebrew words plugot macḥatz, meaning strike forces) was part of the Haganah, the underground Jewish army of pre-State Israel that later became part of the Israel Defense Forces. Establish in May 1941, the Palmach was the most prestigious fighting corps of the Haganah. Well-hidden in the midst of a […]
December 2nd 2010
The Homa U’Migdal Museum on Kibbutz Nir David in the Galilee tells the story of the ingenuity of the Jewish settlers in Palestine between 1936 and 1939, before the establishment of the State of Israel. The museum’s name means “tower and stockade,” a reference to a specific type of construction that made it possible for […]
December 2nd 2010
More than a mere stopover on the way to Tzfat, Rosh Pina, located in the Upper Galilee, is worthy of your full attention. Founded in the late 19th century under the aegis of Baron Edmund de Rothschild, Rosh Pina was originally an agricultural settlement (moshav) for approximately 30 religious Jewish families from Romania. Its name […]
December 2nd 2010
The Technion, also known as the Israel Institute of Technology, is often compared to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. A Visitor’s Center was created after an influx of individuals wanted to visit this prestigious university. Once visitors walk through the center’s doors, they will be greeted by a working robot who will guide them inside. […]
November 10th 2010
Rimon Winery is owned and operated by the Nachmias family, a third generation farming family who were among the founding fathers of Moshav Kerem Ben Zimra in Israel’s Upper Galilee. Experienced farmers, the family dedicated themselves to growing the highest quality pomegranate fruit in the world. These special pomegranates, famous for their very high juice […]
November 8th 2010
For an exciting evening with your family or group, attend an American full-contact football game in Israel! To tourists coming from the US this might sound a little hokey, but I assume you it is high quality athletics and highly entertaining! It has now been four years since the dream of tackle football in Israel […]
October 31st 2010
Remember when Carmel wine was only known for its grape juice and Kiddush wine? Well, not anymore. In the last 10 years, the Carmel Winery has become a powerhouse in the global wine market, with four facilities processing wine from over 3,000 acres of vineyards spanning the length of Israel, bottling over 15 million bottles […]
October 31st 2010
Jerusalem Hotel Spas – Spa-ing in Style! It should come as no surprise that five of the best spas in Jerusalem are located at five of the best hotels in the city. The hotels boast luxurious settings, nice swimming pools, fitness centers, and to-die-for spa facilities. Many of the hotels offer free access to the […]
October 26th 2010
A Round Up of Recent Tourism News Renting a car during your next visit to Israel? Yisrael Katz, Israel’s Transportation Minister, agreed earlier this month to raise the speed limit on several major Israeli highways. On Highway 1 between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, on Highway 4 between Rishon L’Tzion and Ashdod, and on Highway 431 […]
