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The Old City Gates   Jerusalem

The Old City Gates, Jerusalem

 20 Reviews   The Dung Gate is also known as Sha'ar Ha'ashpot or Gate of Silwan. The gate is situated near the southeast corner of the Old City, southwest of the Temple Mount. The gate is the closest to the... 

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Old Jaffa   Tel Aviv-Yafo

Old Jaffa, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 13 Reviews  Zohara and I joined Nathalie, Gil, Andie and Aydin for a walking tour of old Yaffo. This section is today the artists quarters and a few restaurants and studios. There is also a place where you can... 

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The beaches   Eilat

The beaches, Eilat

 5 Reviews  The dophin reef has a very nice beach, so while enjoying the dolphins, you can have a bath is a separate area, and have some food of the restuarant. As usual our waitress talked in spanish as she was... 

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Bahai Shrine & Temple   Haifa

Bahai Shrine & Temple, Haifa

 5 Reviews  Visit the Bahai Temple and its gardens. The Bahai religion was founded in 1863 by Mirza Husayn, a Persian who was later known as Bahaullah. Haifa serves as the world center of this religion. See my... 

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The Western Wall (Wailing Wall)   Jerusalem

The Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Jerusalem

 22 Reviews  There is a plant between the rocks of the western wall. The name of the plant is Capparis spinosa (in hebrew it is "Tsa'laf"). There is a legend about the plant : When the romans attacked Jerusalem... 

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Dizengoff St.   Tel Aviv-Yafo

Dizengoff St., Tel Aviv-Yafo

 7 Reviews  Dizengoff Square certainly is one of Tel Aviv's most distinctive squares. All the guides will tell you that it is pedestrianized -- I have found this to be a bit misleading. Truth is, there are... 

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The German Colony   Haifa

The German Colony, Haifa

 2 Reviews  Walking the streets of the old German Colony can give you a glimpse of the life of the immigrants to Israel. These German immigrants built a "colony" or neighbourhood around themselves to help them... 

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Outside the Wall   Jerusalem

Outside the Wall, Jerusalem

 26 Reviews   Gehenna, gehinnam, or gehinnom are terms derived from a geographical site in Jerusalem known as the Valley of Hinnom, one of the two principal valleys surrounding the Old City. Gehenna is cited in... 

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Beach Activities   Tel Aviv-Yafo

Beach Activities, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 15 Reviews  The centre of life in Tel Aviv is, without question, the beach. From March-November, Friday & Saturday is full of people sunning themselves or simply gathering as family units, picnicing. Summer... 

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Mount Carmel Area   Haifa

Mount Carmel Area, Haifa

 3 Reviews  go up to the Carmel mt by the cablein bat galim! visit the st of panorama where you can see the whole city underneath you can also go to the beach and have food by the sea side in the little caffes... 

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The Quarters   Jerusalem

The Quarters, Jerusalem

 12 Reviews  The Jewish Quarter is one of the four traditional quarters of the Old City. The Quarter is situated in the southeastern corner of the Old City. You can enter it through the Zion Gate or the Dung Gate... 

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History and Facts   Tel Aviv-Yafo

History and Facts, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 4 Reviews  Tel Aviv and Jaffa are Kind of two cities that belong to same Authority. Both has long history and you can still see all those remians till this days in many parts of TA and Jaffa. In the pic's you... 

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Temple Mount   Jerusalem

Temple Mount, Jerusalem

 12 Reviews   The Temple Mount or Noble Sanctuary is a elevated plateau in the Old City rich with history and religious importance. It is currently governed by the Waqf, or Supreme Muslim Religious Council. It has... 

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Culture   Tel Aviv-Yafo

Culture, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 5 Reviews  The Tel Aviv Folk Club presents an evening of live folk music. Four different gigs in one evening Folk, 60's, Country, Bluegrass, Blues, Jazz, Irish, etc. (with a possible jam session at the end) in... 

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Mount of Olives   Jerusalem

Mount of Olives, Jerusalem

 7 Reviews   The Kidron Valley runs along the eastern wall of The Old City, separating the Temple Mount from the Mount of Olives. The Kidron Valley is the valley on the eastern side of the Old City which features... 

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Tel Aviv Markets   Tel Aviv-Yafo

Tel Aviv Markets, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 3 Reviews  This is Shuk HaCarmel, the largest open market in Israel. We came to visit on one of the few holidays that the market is closed just to see what it looked like without people. Normally the place is... 

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Church of Holy Sepulchre   Jerusalem

Church of Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem

 7 Reviews  this is a special place, always thousands of people inside, at any time of the year, hundreds of languagues are spoken , I loved to seat during hours in front of the tomb of jesus , looking at... 

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The Promenade   Tel Aviv-Yafo

The Promenade, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 5 Reviews  Take a walk on Tayelet (Hebrew word for promenade) it's a good chance to explore Tel Aviv's architecture. On one side you'll the beach and terraces on the other all the beautiful modern buildings.... 

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Via Dolorosa   Jerusalem

Via Dolorosa, Jerusalem

 3 Reviews  Repeat the way of Jesus Christ carrying his cross along Via Dolorosa to Calvary (Golgotha). Start from Lion's Gate. Stop at the places where He stopped (14 times). Reach the Church of the Holy... 

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Internet Cafes   Tel Aviv-Yafo

Internet Cafes, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 1 Review  Internet Cafe's are available today in most of the places you'll visit, in the major cities its easier to find them as there are much more then in the small ones. Here are two links that will help... 

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The Church of All Nations   Jerusalem

The Church of All Nations, Jerusalem

 3 Reviews  A Sunday school teacher asked the children just before she dismissed them to go to church, "And why is it necessary to be quiet in church?" Annie replied, "Because people are sleeping." another view... 

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Azriely Center   Tel Aviv-Yafo

Azriely Center, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 3 Reviews   The circular building at night. The Azrieli Towers are the largest commercial center in the Middle East Admission is 20NIS (around 4 euros) paid at the reception desk, but if you have a reservation... 

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Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial   Jerusalem

Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, Jerusalem

 3 Reviews  Yad Vashem's task is to perpetuate the legacy of the Holocaust to future generations so that the world never forgets the horrors and cruelty of the Holocaust. Its principal missions are commemoration... 

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Neve Tzedek   Tel Aviv-Yafo

Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv-Yafo

 2 Reviews  Okay, so it is not a "true" burnt orange, it is only the color of burnt orange, or would you prefer the color Sienna....but anyway this home just stands out from its neighbors, both in the... 

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The Citadel (Tower of David)   Jerusalem

The Citadel (Tower of David), Jerusalem

 3 Reviews  Walking through the Tower of David Museum is like walking through a space age time capsule. In each room of this 2,000 year old citadel another era of Jerusalem’s history is detailed through state of... 

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Best time to visit Israel

by iblatt

The weather is best in May & June, and then in late September & October. The temperatures are moderate then, there is no likelihood of rain in June or September, a minimal chance in May and a low chance of precipitation in October.Unless your aim is to visit Israel during the holiday season (Passover/Easter in April, Jewish New Year and High Holidays in late September or October), it is best to avoid these months: Prices are higher, flights are harder to find and air-fares are higher, tourist attractions are more crowded.Therefore, all things considered, May and early June are the best months.

IT'S NOT THE HAT !!!!

by DAO

Years ago when I visited the Wailing Wall, I had the good fortune to be travelling with a young lady. We noticed that people were walking toward the Wall and we approached. Suddenly we found ourselves being shouted at form every direction. That was when we realised we had walked past a large box containing cardboard Kippahs or Yarmulkes. Essentially small, round head coverings. We retreated back to the box, fished out 2 suitable examples and placed them on our heads. Forward we went again. And now more shouting! Again in Hebrew!Finally I heard a voice (slightly Biblical).“It’s not the hat! It’s the woman!”Yes, that’s right; I was in the right place (actually the left side) in the Men’s section. Women pray in the section on the right. So I shed (temporarily) my female companion. (There was a happy ending)

Trips to the dead Sea and Massada

by iblatt

The Dead Sea in Massada can be done as a day tour from Jerusalem, same as Florence can be done as a one day tour from Rome... It all depends on time and interest, but I would recommend doing this in 2 days: Go from Jerusalem to Kumran, then to Ein Gedi or Ein Boqeq and stay overnight there; next day Massada and Ein Gedi / Ein Boqeq (depending on what you haven't done yet), and back to Jerusalem.Other than that, if you have an interest in desert hikes, you can go to the Ein Gedi field school or to Metzokei Dargot and do some amazing hikes in the Judran desert.

Travel Insurance

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I usually get one whenever I travel for more than a week. Below is a sample of the package I got in 2009 ... only cost me around Php1,500. Value for money. Be sure to get one from a reputable company.Economy (in Philippine peso) Coverage: 31days Medical Expense: Up to 500,000 Evacuation & Repatriation: Unlimited Personal Accident: 750,000 Child Guard: Travel Costs plus up to 5,000/day Compassionate Visit: Travel Costs plus up to 5,000/day Emergency Trip Cancellation: up to 25,000 (deductible 500) Emergency Trip Termination: up to 25,000 (deductible 500) Baggage Delay: up to 5,000 per 12hrs (eight payments maximum) Baggage and Personal Effects: up to 15,000 subject to limit of 7,000 for any one item (deductible 500) Flight Delay: 2,000 per 12hrs (eight payment max) Loss of Travel Documents: up to 20,000 Hospital Income (10days): 1,000 per day Strikes/Hijacking: 1,000 per day Funeral &...

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Currency Converter

by i-s-a

.I must admit I'm a bit obsessive with details. Whenever I travel, I make currency charts from 1USD to 100USD.That way, I could easily gauge how much money I'm spending :0) Very helpful website for this is www.xe.com.August 2009 rates:1USD = NIS3.48 = PHP48.45 1NIS = USD0.29 = PHP13.92As of today (July26, 2011):1USD = 3.39ILS (Israeli Shekel) = PHP42.34See how the dollar plummeted against the peso and how it somehow retained it's value against the shekel (ILS is same as NIS). A good record of how things change over time.

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Visa Requirement

by i-s-a

.Israel tourist visa is NOT required for citizens of Philippines for a stay up to 90 days.Just make sure that your passport is valid for 6months and there are enough space for the stamp.Also make sure that you have all the important papers/document such as accommodation bookings, return flight bookings, etc.This website is helpful:http://www.goisrael.com/Tourism_Eng/Tourist+Information/Planning+your+trip/Visa.htm#tourist visashttp://israel.visahq.com/requirements/Philippines/

Planning Your Itinerary for Israel

by iblatt

Israel, although small in size, is varied and rich in its geography, history, nature and ethnicity.There is a lot to see and to do, and planning your itinerary heavily depends on your preferences: Archaeological sites? Nature reserves? Jewish history and religion?Christian or Muslim religious sites? Israeli life and ethnic communities? Museums?Beaches?Sports activities? Cities, nightlife? etc.When you deicde on your preferences I, and all other Israeli VTers, can help you plan your route.

No need visa for Russians!

by Kuznetsov_Sergey

Israel was the first country which I visited without visa. The agreement between the Russian and Israeli governments which allowed visiting our countries without visa was signed just before my visit. It was so convenient! That’s why I gathered in that trip for about two weeks and could change dates just before departure. Now I can revisit Israel in any time when I find it possible without any difficulties. I’m already thinking it over!It sounds strange for EU-citizens and Americans. But for us – Russians – it is very important. I dream I would visit the EU and the USA without visa one day.

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My Eighth Day in the Holy Land

by Kuznetsov_Sergey

19 April 2009 – Julian (Orthodox) Easter.Swimming and sunbathing from 8.00 till 10.00 (2 hours).A walk around Eilat from 10.00 till 12.00 (2 hours). The King’s City. Promenades. The Central Park. Coming back to the hotel and leaving the room.Driving by bus to the Ovda Airport from 13.30 till 14.30.Departure to Moscow by Aeroflot at 17.00. Goodbye, the Holy Land!Arrival to Moscow at 22.30. The end of the Holy week in the Holy Land.I'll come back for sure!

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My Seventh Day in the Holy Land

by Kuznetsov_Sergey

18 April 2010, Saturday– Orthodox Great and Holy SaturdayA walk along Eilat’s Promenades from 9.00 till 11.00 (2 hours). Jordan border. Marina and lagoons.An excursion around the Aqaba Gulf by glass bottom yacht from 11.00 till 13.30 (2,5 hours). The Coral Reef. Watching underwater. After dinner a walk along beaches and promenades from 15.00 till 20.30 (4,5 hours). The Monument to the Negev Brigade soldiers, Umm Rashrash 's mud-brick building, the Model of the S.S. “Dolphin”. Coral Beach Nature Reserve, Coral World Underwater Observatory.Swimming and sunbathing on the Coral beach. A walk to the Egyptian border. Coming back to the centre of Eilat by bus.After supper - a walk around Eilat since 21.30 till 23.00 (1,5 hours). The King’s City. Promenades. Night in Eilat.

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