Trip Planning Tips

I’m not so objective, but Israel is one of the most fascinating and beautiful countries on earth. It’s an intersection of religion, culture, and longtime history. It’s also a paradise…

As a tour guide in the Old City of Jerusalem, many ask me about the dress code in Jerusalem, particularly for women. I’ve created this post to help you know…

Apps can make travel much easier. Before traveling abroad, I always try to figure out which apps the locals use because I know I might benefit from them, too. So,…

Springtime is the ideal time to visit Israel. Temperature is usually pleasant – around 25 degrees Celsius during the day. If you’re not coming on one of the Jewish holidays,…

Israel is a perfect place for people who like hiking. There are many hiking trails all around the country, even in the desert. Many people hike on short day hikes…

Is Israel Hot? Hell YES! August is probably the hottest month in Israel. And personally, I don’t like the heat. Last year, in 2021, we had many days with temperatures…

I’ll start with a confession – I don’t like packing. I always do it at the last minute and then get nervous that I might have forgotten something. Then, I…

When I travel abroad one of my favorite parts of the trip is planning it. I plan what I want to see, where I want to go, where to stay,…

Just before the COVID-19 pandemic arrived, I got to hike for a month on various parts of the Israel National Trail, or in Hebrew, “Shvil Israel.” I was traveling with…

Should you rent a car when traveling in Israel? If you only plan to visit the main cities, there’s no need to rent a car. There’s good public transportation in the tourist…