Winter in Israel doesn’t bear much resemblance to the cold and snowy season in other parts of the world. In Israel, the land doesn’t exactly go into a winter slumber or turn brown and dry; rather, it comes to life, in a burst of lush, green beauty. This season means...
At the edge of the Negev Desert, a resort city full of beautiful beaches, bustling nightlife, and Las Vegas-style hotels awaits. Eilat – Israel’s southernmost city – is everyone’s favorite winter destination. But this town is more than just a fun place to vacation...
The Holy City of Jerusalem lies in a mountainous region, full of thick forests, hills, and deep green valleys. But just east of the city, the desert welcomes explorers into a world of dramatic beauty and rich history. Nahal Tekoa is located on the very edge of this...
For most tourists to Israel, the city of Jerusalem is a prime destination. The holy city, full of important religious sites and experiences, is also a bustling metropolis. From nightlife at the shuk to museums and cultural events, there’s plenty to keep travelers busy...
The Banias. For many, just hearing this name evokes images of a magnificent, rushing waterfall. The breadth and force of the Banias Falls makes it the largest and most impressive of its kind in Israel. But the Banias is more than just one incredible waterfall. Located...
It’s hot in Southern Israel. The lower third of Israel is a desert land, a series of rock canyons, stark mountains, and rolling dunes that would be tough to survive in. But there are some places in the desert where natural springs burst forth, creating an unlikely...
Tucked away in the desert between Jerusalem and Jericho, the Ein Prat Nature Reserve is an oasis of beauty and history. Anyone looking at the terrain around this large national park would assume there’s nothing here but desert. Lifeless dunes and blistering heat are...
Jerusalem area travelers usually come to visit the holy sites, marketplaces, and cultural centers around the city. But just a short drive from the city in the Jerusalem Foothills, there’s a place with an entirely different sort of attraction: great natural beauty and...
In the Lower Galilee region of Israel, the Tavor Stream Nature Reserve invites travelers to step into another world. Most people think of deserts and camels when they think of nature in Israel. But at Tavor Nature Reserve, lush, verdant hills tower high above a deep...
Another autumn morning on the playroom couch. I dug myself into the faded denim upholstery and rearranged the pillows. Armed with a notebook, pens, and my laptop, I was ready to continue searching for my life’s purpose. I positioned my cup of coffee on a hardback...