After 10 years of planning and $50 million, the 2,000-year-old fortress near Jaffa Gate is transformed into an accessible, cutting-edge multimedia museum. The Tower of David fortress, built by the…
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JERUSALEM’S ANCIENT TOWER OF DAVID GETS A HIGH-TECH MAKEOVER
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EXPERIENCE RELAXED DESERT TOURISM IN ARAD
This formerly sleepy city has beautiful hiking and biking trails, a great coffeehouse and brewery, art and nightlife, and a choice of accommodations. For most people, Arad is a dusty…
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Exploring Magdala: A Journey of Biblical History
On the western side of the Sea of Galilee lies Magdala, once a prosperous first century fishing village nestled at the base of Mount Arbel, between Tiberias and Capernaum. Known…
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8 places to pick fresh produce in Israel
Fruit and veg play an important part of not only the Israeli diet, but also its agricultural history. Roll up your sleeves and find out more with these eight great…
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Jerusalem’s Tower of David Named One of ‘World’s Greatest Places’ by TIME
Ahead of the Tower of David Jerusalem Museum’s grand reopening in June 2023, TIME Magazine revealed that the institution has earned a spot on its third annual list of World’s…
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Roman-era jewelry from Jerusalem coffin now on display
The jewelry, worn by young girls as amulets, was discovered in 1971 and presented to the public for the first time last week. Rare jewelry dating from 1,800 years ago,…
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15 stroller-friendly and accessible hikes in Israel
The best places to get a dose of nature that lets people in strollers or wheelchairs fully join the fun. When our first grandson was born a little over a…
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NEW PILGRIMAGE ROUTE REVIVES ANCIENT PATH FROM JAFFA TO JERUSALEM
The Way to Jerusalem, a project of two intrepid Israelis who based the route on ancient Holy Land pilgrimages, is set to become Israel’s local equivalent of Europe’s Camino de…
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Bethany Beyond the Jordan
Visitors to Bethany Beyond the Jordan can walk in the footsteps of John the Baptist—where he preached, where he baptized Jesus, and where the first five apostles met. These three…
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TIME Picks Jerusalem Biking as Top 50 Destination in 2023
Seeing the ancient city from a new perspective on two wheels is recommended on list of World’s Greatest Places. Biking in Jerusalem was recommended by TIME magazine as one of 50…
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NINE OFF-THE-BEATEN-TRACK DESTINATIONS IN ISRAEL
Great places to visit that aren’t well known, from archeological sites and natural wonders to friendly farms and artist studios. The Old City of Jerusalem. Masada. The Sea of Galilee.…
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Gates of Jerusalem
While there are many stories connected to the walls of Jerusalem, it is the story of its gates which holds special significance. Currently, there are seven open gates and four sealed…
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10 reasons why Israel is the most kid-friendly destination
From schnitzel at every meal to strangers coaxing full sentences out of your teens, Israel is the ultimate place for family travel. Embarking on a family holiday can be one…
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9 COMPANIES TO WATCH IN ISRAELI SPACE-TECH
Israel’s nascent space-tech industry is soaring into the stratosphere. Find out which companies are leading the way. In December, we brought you a story about how 2023 is likely to be…
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ISRAEL’S 11 TOP FOOD MARKETS
Israel’s markets cater to all culinary dreams, whether those are foraged greens and artisanal sweets or more in the direction of fine dining and drinks. Food markets in Israel have…