Philip Barnea

Israel

Visiting Israel? Go Here, Here and Here…

Israel is a tiny, young country that attracts hundreds and thousands of visitors every year. From tourists seeking the sun and beaches to pilgrims coming to visit holy sites and business people coming to cement hi-tech deals. We have put together a short list of just some of the places you might consider visiting when you’re on a visit to Israel. There is a lot more to see and do, but we hope that this will, at least, give you some idea of the variety that this beautiful country offers. For each location there’s a link to its website and

Jerusalem

Essential Things to Know When Visiting Israel

When travelling to any foreign country you expect things to be different – that’s one of the reasons we love to travel abroad: to experience new things and see new sights! But having a little knowledge of what to expect beforehand can make your stay so much more enjoyable because you’ll be more relaxed and able to fully appreciate the experience. Here, we’ve put together a list of essential things that we feel you should know before travelling to Israel to make the most of your stay. Language In Israel, the official languages are Hebrew and Arabic. Both use a

Tel Aviv

Staying Connected in Israel

Israel is a great holiday destination for everybody. This young and vibrant country has something for everyone. If its history you want, across the country you’ll find history dating back over 6000 years. If you’re a culture buff, there are endless museums, art galleries and concert halls to keep you happy. Want sun, sea and sand? Look no further, because all along Israel’s Mediterranean coast you’ll find plenty. Maybe you’re a party goer – welcome to Tel Aviv, a city constantly voted as being one of the best places for young people to hang out in. A city where you’ll

Tel Aviv

Enjoy Israeli Food in Israeli Homes with… Israelis

Across Israel you’ll find a sometimes bewildering variety of restaurants dedicated to preserving and promoting a specific ethnic cuisine. From classical French cooking to American fast food, from hot Indian curry to traditional Arabic cooking – the range of dishes is mind boggling, and there is something for everyone! Whether you love meat, are a vegetarian or a vegan, you’ll find a lot of restaurants and dishes to choose from. Israel’s obsession with good food is so great that it has become one of the world’s number one places to find excellent restaurants of all shapes and sizes. Israeli chefs

Dead Sea

The “Dead Sea” – a Source of Life, Health and Hope

The Dead Sea, at 423 metres (1388 feet) below sea level is the lowest point on earth. This unique lake, whilst not the saltiest in the world, is renowned for the therapeutic benefits of its water, its mud and the sun’s rays. However, it is the deepest hypersaline lake, reaching a depth of 377 meters (1237 feet) at its deepest point. Situated in the Judean Desert, the Dead Sea is an endorheic lake. In other words, water flows in but there is no natural outlet. As a result, for millions of years the water entering the lake has, due to

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