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Why the most memorable Egypt Tours often go beyond the tourist trail

From lesser-known ancient temples and remote oases to peaceful Nile journeys, discover how exploring beyond Egypt's main tourist attractions can make a trip more memorable.

Discover Egypt beyond its famous landmarks through hidden temples and desert escapes.
City of streams, Kiryat Shmona.

Nature, tours, and otters: Streams week in Upper Galilee

On the right: Rakefet Levy, Yeela Bitton De-Lange, Neta Peleg-Briskin, Michael Itzhakov, Tsachi Namir, and Meital Studenya.

Jerusalem strengthens tourism sector: Some 80 professionals meet in the city

Tel Afek National Park.

Israel’s tourism month features nationwide events, discounted tours throughout November


3,000-year-old Egyptian amulet discovered in Israel on a school trip

Carved into the scarab is the picture of an Egyptian pharoah, in a scene that represents the bestowal of legitimacy to a ruler.

 The scarab, showing a seated figure on the right and a standing figure with a raised arm on the left, possibly symbolizing the imparting of authority

After criticism, Taylor Swift adds Orthodox-friendly dates to her upcoming tour

This week, Shabbat-observant Swifties voiced their disappointment with the dates, which were all slated for during or just after the end of the Jewish Sabbath, on Friday or Saturday nights.

 Taylor Swift greets fans before a conversation at the Toronto International Film Festival, Sept. 9, 2022.

Vegan in Tel Aviv beats any and all expectations

Be Tel Aviv offers tours of every kind but one tour is based on the vegan restaurants across the city of Tel Aviv.

 Bana on leafy Nachmani Street refreshes its menu seasonally with the vegetables in some dishes changing daily

Touring Israel? Take a day trip to the Western Galilee

This week we will focus specifically on the Western Galilee, where no matter how many times you visit, you will always find something to do.

 A mountain challenge

Looking to tour Israel? Here are 5 hidden gem day trips

When asked to recommend the most interesting, fun, educational, nature-filled or even politically laden day trips, I usually suggest something more unconventional or off the beaten track.

 ACRE HARBOR

Simhat Torah: Fun activities in Israel for the long weekend

Take advantage of the elusive autumn; go on nature tours and take part in festivals and activities for the whole family. 

 Paprika Festival

Art Roundup: Thirsty Jerusalem goats, Tivon portraits and a Nigerian funeral

A preview of September exhibitions around the country:

 ‘The Burial of Patricia Nnadi,’ a new exhibition by Soviet-born painter Zoya Cherkassky.

Truckin’ to Berlin with Grateful Dead tribute band Dark Star Orchestra

A Grateful Dead tribute band – with help from its merry flock of followers – faithfully recreates the 50th anniversary of a legendary 1972 tour of Europe.

 THE DARK STAR ORCHESTRA poses with its fans at the end of its Berlin show, last week.

Rosh Hashanah: Special holiday slihot tours in Israel for the holidays

In honor of the Jewish New Year, a number of national parks around the country will be offering festive activities and special guided slihot tours.

 Ein Keshatot

Meet the French-born olah promoting Israeli fashion

Sophie Rebibo Rozenbaum was becoming an Israeli fashion ambassador, but then came COVID. Next, she started offering fashion tours in Jerusalem.

 Sophie Rebibo Rozenbaum, 51 From Paris to Jerusalem, 1991; to Mevo Beitar, 2013