ShareI sometimes hear, mainly from business travelers, “I only have one day in Israel. What do you suggest I see?” Actually, that’s an easy one. One day in Israel? Don’t miss the Old City of Jerusalem. Start with an overview on the Mount of Olives and read Luke 19:41. Then go to the bottom of […]

I sometimes hear, mainly from business travelers, “I only have one day in Israel. What do you suggest I see?”
Actually, that’s an easy one. One day in Israel? Don’t miss the Old City of Jerusalem.
Start with an overview on the Mount of Olives and read Luke 19:41. Then go to the bottom of the valley in front of you (Kidron Valley in Hebrew; Jehosephat Valley in English – that’s right – as in “Jumping Jehosephat.”

Continue on to Jaffa Gate and walk through the Arab Marker or “shuk” until you get to the Jewish Quarter. Walk down to the Western (Wailing) Wall and then exit to the Muslim Quarter and walk to St. Stephan’s Gate and walk back into the Old City to St. Anne’s Church (Bethesda), possibly the most beautiful church in Israel. Now you can begin the Via Dolorosa which ends at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
If you have time, and you should, arrange a trip to nearby Bethlehem.

    ShareIn the Upper Galilee lies the small farming village of Rosh Pinna. Rosh Pinna carries the title as the oldest “new Jewish town” in modern Israel. Founded in 1879 by seventeen families from the Kabbalistic city of Tsfat (Safed), it sits nestled in the hills of northern Israel, but it hosts a number of lovely […]

    In the Upper Galilee lies the small farming village of Rosh Pinna.

    Rosh Pinna carries the title as the oldest “new Jewish town” in modern Israel. Founded in 1879 by seventeen families from the Kabbalistic city of Tsfat (Safed), it sits nestled in the hills of northern Israel, but it hosts a number of lovely “Bed and Breakfast” inns, restaurants and even has two shopping malls.

    However, my favorite place is the old city center built with Rothschild money in the 1880’s. There, under one of the first elementary schools in modern Israel sits the Chocolatte Cafe.

    The Cafe boasts a modest, but varied menu. One can order salads, toasted-cheese sandwiches, soups and even (my favorite) stuffed eggpland with cheese.

    The big draw and the specialty of the house is their “chocolate drink.”
    Served hot or cold and in dark, white or milk chocolate flavors and created on a cream and milk base, it defies description.

    Two thumbs up for all of us chocolate lovers!

      ShareHi everyone, One of the greatest “sleeper” sites in the north of Israel is Zippori National Park. Also known as Sephoris, Zippori is an incredibly preserved Jewish city from Byzantine times (about 1,700 years ago). The Mishnah, a compilation of Jewish oral law was edited there by the great Rabbi Judah HaNasi in 200 CE. […]

      Hi everyone,

      One of the greatest “sleeper” sites in the north of Israel is Zippori National Park.

      Also known as Sephoris, Zippori is an incredibly preserved Jewish city from Byzantine times (about 1,700 years ago). The Mishnah, a compilation of Jewish oral law was edited there by the great Rabbi Judah HaNasi in 200 CE. It also boasts the most beautiful collection of mosaics in the Middle East.

      Recently, a part of the underground aqueduct was opened to the public. 90 meters long and dark (you must come equipped with flashlights (or torches for you Brits), it’s a very tight fit. Not for those who don’t like small spaces, but a lot of fun for the kids!

      Yet another reason to visit this incredible site.

        ShareFor the past six years, I have been showing hundreds of tourists this great country. Events here and in the United States have stressed the incoming tourist industry here. Today, people have less money to spend, but expect to get more for their tourist dollar than in the past. Israel is an expensive country to […]

        For the past six years, I have been showing hundreds of tourists this great country.

        Events here and in the United States have stressed the incoming tourist industry here.

        Today, people have less money to spend, but expect to get more for their tourist dollar than in the past.
        Israel is an expensive country to live in, and a really expensive on to tour in.

        I believe that I give great value for the service I give. I think it’s about time that I market myself to a more discerning clientele that is not willing to compromise on great service.

        From June 1st, I am partnering with “Touring Israel.” A company that, I believe, gives the best tourist experience period.

        There is an old adage: “You get what you pay for and when you pay peanuts, monkeys do the job.”

        I think that a personally guided tour is expensive. Why not pay a little more and get the best?

        It is with great pleasure that I am partnering with my friend and colleague, Joe Yudin. Joe believes his company, Touring Israel, is the best one in the country. I think it is, too. That’s why I’m so pleased to be aboard.

        You can find me and the best guides in Israel at: www.touringisrael.com