Yochi Brandes, is an Israeli author who grew up in an orthodox Jewish family in Jerusalem. She usually writes with a profound mastery of the Bible and of Jewish tradition. Her recent books have dealt with Biblical stories, which she had woven, with a masterful hand into stories of what and…
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Nahariya
If you’re looking for a beautiful and relaxing vacation, explore the seaside town of Nahariya. Nahariya is located on the Mediterranean coast, just north of Acco (Acre) and visitors will find plenty to do, regardless of whether they come for a day trip or for several days of fun recreation….
A mystery in the Sea of Galilee
A mysterious cone-shaped structure was recently discovered in the waters of “lake Kineret”; the Sea of Galilee, putting the Archaeological world in bewilderment as to its chronological age and purpose. The structure seems to be twice the diameter of Stonehenge, the world-famous structure, located in Britain! It had been first…
Beit Sh’ean Ruins – a National Park
Beit -She’an ruins lie in the northern part of the Jordan Valley of Israel. Following archaeological digs of the area, it appears as if first settlement had been established in the 5th millennium NCE, in the area. The region had been blessed with much water and fertile soil, thus turning…
Gay and Lesbian Community in Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is known as one of the world’s friendliest cosmopolitan GLBT (LGBT) travel destinations. The energetic Tel Aviv scene is alive year-round, in a city that “never sleeps”, with dazzling nightlife, great restaurants, stylish boutiques and busy streets. The city offers a variety of lesbian and gay film festivals,…
Special People in a Special Country
Volunteerism has been growing in the country; not only the elder find time for it but youth, all over the country; takes part in the various projects that are available for them. Recently, meanly in the last five years, a University survey claims that an increase of 13% has taken…
Streams in Christianity
The most general classifications of Streams in Christianity are the following five streams: 1. Orthodox stream, (i.e. Catholic, Coptic, East Orthodox), believing to hold on strictly to the Bible, the church is the main authority. 2. Protestant stream, (i.e. the Lutheran, etc.) following tradition and believing to be more conservatively…
The Holy Land for the Christian traveler
There is only one special land in the world; that holds so much meaning for the Christian traveler; and this land is the Holy Land, the Land of Israel. Where in the world could you walk the “Via Dolorosa“, in the ancient part of Jerusalem; feeling the agony of Jesus?…
Celebrating a Bar-Mitzvah in Israel
Celebrating a Bar-Mitzvah in Israel is a remarkably memorable event in any teenage Jewish boy’s life, as well as an emotional event for his parents and family. There are various ways to celebrate: in a strictly formal event; or a religious path; combined with a tour/event after the ceremony or…
Exclusive boutiques in Israel
Quality and creativity are two values that enable a unique offering in Israeli boutique shops and fashion. We have gathered here several of the outstanding brands; which we believe would be of value to explore. Agas and Tamar – unique Jewelry in Neve-Tzedek neighborhood of Tel-Aviv; Two Israeli designers joined…