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Visiting Jerusalem from Tel Aviv
Written by Viator, September 2012
Accepted by most members of the United Nations as the de facto capital of Israel, Tel Aviv is not, in fact, the city that Israel names as its capital. Officially, the city of Jerusalem is the ... Read more
3 Days in Jerusalem: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
The living home of the world’s three major religions, Jerusalem is also a vibrant city for outdoor sightseeing. Stroll along pedestrian walkways and streets lined with Ottoman architecture, past ... Read more
3 Days in Tel Aviv: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
Ultramodern Tel Aviv is a Mediterranean-style beach city, with cosmopolitan cafes, boutique shopping and world-beating museums. The city’s boundless nightlife and 24-hour lifestyle are legendary, but ... Read more
Herodium
Written by Jerusalem Expert: ... , Israel, February 2011
"So they went eight furlongs to Herodium; for there by his own command he was to be buried. And thus did Herod end his life." Josephus, Antiquities of the Jews It was the American ... Read more
Byzantine church and Mosaics Uncovered
Written by Jerusalem Expert: ... , Israel, February 2011
About 45km south of Jerusalem in the Ella valley, where David fought Goliath, lie the ruins of an ancient agricultural settlement from Iron age II, Hirbet Midras. The site contained a large Jewish ... Read more
Tips for Staying Safe in Israel
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, March 2013
Unfortunately, there is always some level of political and civil unrest in Israel . The best thing you can do for the safety of yourself and for the benefit of having a nice trip is to check with ... Read more
Design Museum Holon
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, March 2013
The Design Museum Holon in Tel Aviv is truly on the cities hidden treasures. Opened in March 2010, this futuristic looking complex is actually one of the foremost museums highlighting design and ... Read more
Israel in the Winter
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, February 2013
The weather does not usually get as cold during the Israeli winter as it does in the West, but that doesn’t mean that there is not a winter. Once in a blue moon a sliver of white snow comes down and ... Read more
Museum of the History of Tel Aviv
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, January 2013
A stunning look into Tel Aviv ‘s history following the six-day war, the Museum of the History of Tel Aviv-Jaffa takes a deep look into the one of the most interesting cities in Israel . Housed ... Read more
Train Travel in Israel
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, January 2013
Traffic on the roads of Israel can be tough to handle sometimes, but the recent construction of train lines has made life easier for the weary traveler. As they are, the trains have great ... Read more
Market shopping in Tel Aviv
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, January 2013
Israel ‘s Tel Aviv boasts an array of market shopping options. While prices may not be the bargain bin steals of other middle-eastern shopping outlets, the wares are top quality, genuine and ... Read more
Exploring Eilat
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, December 2012
The coastal community of Eilat is located at the southern tip of Israel , and consists mainly of a four-mile strip of beach along the Red Sea. To say that the town is a resort community would be ... Read more
New Year’s Eve Events in Tel Aviv
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, December 2012
Israel as a country doesn’t typically abide to the western Christian/secular calendar, so it’s understandable that New Year’s Eve isn’t a national celebration here. As such there are no ... Read more
Tel Aviv’s White City
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, November 2012
Founded well before the establishment of the State of Israel (nearly 40 years prior, in fact), Tel Aviv is easily one of the most populous and influential cities in the country. It is also a ... Read more
Wineries in Israel
Written by John Reality , Cambodia, November 2012
Wine lovers everywhere delight in sampling the regional offerings available wherever they go, and visitors to Israel are no exception. The terrain is challenging and the resources devoted to ... Read more
