Winter is an excellent time to visit Israel if you want to tour the main cities, visit the top-notch museums, and experience the holiday season in the Holy Land, the …
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Many come to Israel to visit the holy city of Jerusalem, the enchanting Dead Sea, and the vibrant city of Tel Aviv. But believe me or not, Israel is also …
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Yom Kippur, “the Day of Atonement,” is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. According to the Jewish tradition, GOD inscribes a person’s fate on Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, but …
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Son of Hamas Book Review: A Peek into the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
10 minutes readI just finished reading “Son of Hamas.” It was a best-seller when it was first published in 2010, and I always wanted to read it but never had time. Luckily, …
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Shabbat is the holy day of the Jewish week, beginning on Friday eve and ending on Saturday night. In Jerusalem, Shabbat is very strict. Most businesses are closed, there’s no …
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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 …
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It’s summer in Israel, and I just can’t stand the heat. Unlike other cities in Israel, where it’s also warm at night, Jerusalem usually gets chilly after dark. That’s one …
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The O Pod Hotel in Tel Aviv: Great Price, Good Experience
12 minutes readI first stayed in a capsule hotel about four years ago, in September 2019. It was the Capsule Inn in Jerusalem. Ever since, I’m searching for opportunities to stay at capsule …
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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 …
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Har Shlomo – or Mount Solomon – is one of the most prominent peaks in the Eilat Mountains. It’s black and high – rising to over 700 meters. It’s also …