When you think of food in Israel, you probably imagine hummus. Although hummus is eaten throughout the Mediterranean and much of the Middle East, it’s synonymous with Israeli cuisine. But ... Read more
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Understanding Shabbat: How Israel’s Holy Day Can Affect Your Travel Plans
Is a trip to Israel in your future? You need to know about Shabbat. What is Shabbat? Shabbat (Saturday in English) is the day of rest and worship in Judaism. ... Read more
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Off the Beaten Path in Israel: Three Destinations Worth the Journey
Israel is a fascinating country, with Jerusalem as a fixture of reverence for the faithful of three major world religions. But the Holy Land has more to offer than the ... Read more
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An Afternoon in Jerusalem
If it weren’t for the scorching temperatures and unfamiliar alphabet on the menus, Tel Aviv could have been any cosmopolitan European city. Bauhaus buildings, cool cafés and a beach stretching ... Read more
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Visiting Israel | Climb Masada at Dawn
Visiting Israel and climbing Masada The light from our Bedouin guide’s fire is burning low and I can hear the gurgling sound of his hookah in the darkness. My ... Read more