With so many places in the world to discover, I tend to avoid returning to a destination unless I’m visiting family or I feel a unique attachment to the location. Israel falls into the latter group. While I clearly don’t need to be enticed to return, I was curious to see the … [Read more...]
Should You Say Never to a Travel Destination?
For decades, I maintained a mental list of cities and countries. This list included places that I had no desire to visit. In casual conversations, I would say—"I'm NEVER going to visit...!" Egypt and specifically Cairo were near the top of that list. I didn't want to spend a … [Read more...]
Guest Blog- Israel: A Haven for Freedom
Today, I am honored to be a guest blogger at WeSaidGoTravel. I wrote my article in response to the prompt, "Independence: A Place You Feel Free." As an American Jew, I explored my reactions to visiting Israel on several occasions. I was limited to 800 words so I could only … [Read more...]
Hamat Teverya National Park- An Historical Gem in the Galilee
History abounds in the Galilee. Consider a brief stop at Hamat Teverya National Park, an historical gem in the Galilee. The site is adjacent to the Sea of the Galilee. As we walked from the parking lot, Jacob Firsel, our private guide, pointed out the low water level. The docks … [Read more...]
Bet She’arim- Important Necropolis From Talmud Era
After leaving the Old City of Akko we drove to the Bet She'arim National Park. This site is located within the town of Kiryat Tivon. Shortly after exiting the mainroad, we drove past the remains of the synagogue and the ancient Jewish city of Bet She'arim. A quick glance … [Read more...]
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