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I'd like to help you plan your visit to Israel. This blog contains suggestions for trips, suitable for families of varying ages as well as reviews of cultural events in Israel. I hope you'll like them and wish you a perfect stay in our beautiful country.

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Trips

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Welcome to Israel!

6 days ago
3 min

Summer Activities for Kids 2022

Hi there, Remember that last week I wrote about some Galilean festivals? Well, this week I'm happy to share some the kids' version with...

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Talma Gotteiner

Aug 6
6 min

Tu Be'Av: Summer Lovin 2022

Hi there, Guess what! This year I decided to round up a few ideas for Tu Be'Av because they all looked so good. So enjoy! WHEN: Tu Be'Av...

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BOTANISAUR: The Hottest Summer Activity in Jerusalem

Talma Gotteiner

Jul 23
3 min

BOTANISAUR: The Hottest Summer Activity in Jerusalem

Hi there, How did the dinosaurs live and when? What did the earth look like at the time of the dinosaurs? How did they manage among...

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Ashdod: Meorot Visitors' Center - A Special Kabbalat Shabbat for Kids

Talma Gotteiner

Jul 16
2 min

Ashdod: Meorot Visitors' Center - A Special Kabbalat Shabbat for Kids

Hi there, I just had a very nice "Kabbalat Shabbat" (i.e. welcoming the Sabbath) activity with two sweet kids and a dad, (friends of the...

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Remangar Flamenco Company Present: ALBOREANDO - Dancing at Dawn

Talma Gotteiner

Jul 9
2 min

Remangar Flamenco Company Present: ALBOREANDO - Dancing at Dawn

Hi there, After garnering much praise from both the audience and critics for its previous works, starting July 21, the Remangar Flamenco...

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Sea of Galilee: Summer at the Yigal Allon Center

Talma Gotteiner

Jul 9
2 min

Sea of Galilee: Summer at the Yigal Allon Center

Hi there, Next time you plan on swimming at the Sea of Galilee, you may want to add an additional activity. The Yigal Allon Center at...

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Talma Gotteiner

Jul 2
1 min

Tel-Aviv: Forever King of Pop!

Hi there, Michael Jackson's musical legacy lives on! With over a million and a half excited viewers and after an international tour in...

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Tel-Aviv: Dragonland Park - A Legendary Experience!

Talma Gotteiner

Jul 2
2 min

Tel-Aviv: Dragonland Park - A Legendary Experience!

Hi there, I'm happy to share with you a larger-than-life family experience in Hayarkon Park. You are invited to embark on a crazy...

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Talma Gotteiner

Jun 25
2 min

Safed's Summer: Six Days of Wonder

Hi there, Safed's summer celebration is a succession of two huge festivals with free admission for the general public, branded as...

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Throughout Israel: The Magic of San Remo

Talma Gotteiner

Jun 18
3 min

Throughout Israel: The Magic of San Remo

Hi there, The Israeli Chamber Opera in collaboration with EGOeast Productions and Music Business is proud to present the show "The Magic...

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Talma Gotteiner

Jun 18
1 min

Rehovot: A Comics Festival - BAM!

Hi there, I'm happy to share with you a festival that is open to the public. Ofer Rehovot Mall, part of the Ofer Malls Group, is holding...

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Talma Gotteiner

Jun 11
2 min

Yeruham: The Perfect Yoga Getaway

Hi there, The Yeruham Tourism Association together with the Yeruham Economic Development Company and the Yeruham Youth Center are...

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Nimrod Freed and Tami Dance Company: 'CRASH - Tennis in the Sky with Isadora'

Talma Gotteiner

Jun 5
3 min

Nimrod Freed and Tami Dance Company: 'CRASH - Tennis in the Sky with Isadora'

Hi there, I'm happy to present an evening of dance, theater and live music. Nimrod Freed, an international choreographer, brings together...

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Jerusalem: Ein Karem Music Festval - Shavuot 2022

Talma Gotteiner

May 28
2 min

Jerusalem: Ein Karem Music Festval - Shavuot 2022

Hi there, I'm happy to invite you to enjoy three days of open-air music concerts in the magical atmosphere of Ein Karem. The Zimbalista...

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"Pink Martini" is Back! Featuring China Forbes and Storm Large

Talma Gotteiner

May 21
2 min

"Pink Martini" is Back! Featuring China Forbes and Storm Large

Hi there, The postmodern Jukebox band that plays in multiple styles and languages with a retro sound stamp is back in Israel in a large...

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Hansen House Presents: "For Now" -Jerusalem Design Week 2022

Talma Gotteiner

May 14
3 min

Hansen House Presents: "For Now" -Jerusalem Design Week 2022

Hi there, Jerusalem Design Week has been held since 2011 under the management of Hansen House - a center for design, media, and...

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Talma Gotteiner

Apr 28
4 min

The 19th French Film Festival - Hourra!

Hi there, The 19th edition of the French Film Festival, one of the favorite festivals of the Israeli audience, will take place in various...

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Jerusalem: "The Writers Festival and the International Book Forum" 2022

Talma Gotteiner

Apr 28
9 min

Jerusalem: "The Writers Festival and the International Book Forum" 2022

Hi there, This year, the Writers Festival and the Book Forum will take place concurrently and in cooperation with each other. The Writers...

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Bank Hapoalim: "Memories in the Living Room" 2022

Talma Gotteiner

Apr 22
3 min

Bank Hapoalim: "Memories in the Living Room" 2022

Hi there, The "Memories in the Living Room" project (in Hebrew "Zikaron BaSalon") has become an important and significant Israeli...

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Talma Gotteiner

Apr 16
3 min

Passover up North 2022

Hi there, I've picked out the three best activities up North, especially for you. WHEN: April 2022 as detailed below Wind Farm Visitor...

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Museum Activities for Children: Passover 2022

Talma Gotteiner

Apr 9
2 min

Museum Activities for Children: Passover 2022

Hi there, I'm happy to recommend some indoor family activities for the upcoming Passover holiday in a few of the museums. WHEN: April...

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Talma Gotteiner

Apr 9
3 min

Jerusalem: Passover Activities 2022

Hi there, I'm happy to recommend some family activities for the upcoming Passover holiday in the Jerusalem area. WHEN: April 2022 as...

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Yeruham: A Multitude of Spring Festivals

Talma Gotteiner

Mar 26
2 min

Yeruham: A Multitude of Spring Festivals

Hi there, Yeruham is celebrating spring with several fun events, especially during your Passover vacation. WHEN: April 2022 as detailed...

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The 3rd Virtual International Poetry Festival

Talma Gotteiner

Mar 19
4 min

The 3rd Virtual International Poetry Festival

Hi there, The virtual festival, organized by Poetry Place, initiates a direct and intimate connection between the literary communities of...

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Talma Gotteiner

Mar 10
2 min

The 7th Golan Volcano Race

Hi there, The Golan Heights has been characterized by extensive volcanic activity over the past 5 million years. As a result, the Golan...

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DJobi, Djoba: The Gypsy Kings & Shlomi Shabat in a Spanish Celebration

Talma Gotteiner

Mar 5
2 min

DJobi, Djoba: The Gypsy Kings & Shlomi Shabat in a Spanish Celebration

Hi there! The Gipsy Kings band is returning to tour Israel with the special guest, the Israeli singer Shlomi Shabat! The band that became...

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Beit HaKerem Cluster: A New Culinary Festival ‘Ba Li Galil’

Talma Gotteiner

Feb 26
2 min

Beit HaKerem Cluster: A New Culinary Festival ‘Ba Li Galil’

Hi there, The Beit Hakerem Cluster is holding a new culinary festival for the first time this year that will reveal the extraordinary...

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MART: The 3rd International Festival of Culture in Tel-Aviv

Talma Gotteiner

Feb 26
2 min

MART: The 3rd International Festival of Culture in Tel-Aviv

Hi there, The the MART foundation is presenting for the third time a choice selection of theater, music and dance performances for the...

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Rehaniya: A Trip to the Restored Winter Pond

Talma Gotteiner

Feb 19
2 min

Rehaniya: A Trip to the Restored Winter Pond

Hi there, I'm happy to share with you a recommended trip to the Circassian village of Rehaniya by the the Kinneret Drainage and Streams...

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Valentine's Day 2022: Romantic Ideas Down South

Talma Gotteiner

Feb 5
4 min

Valentine's Day 2022: Romantic Ideas Down South

Hi there, This week, I've gathered a few ideas for Valentine's Day activities down South(Feb 14th for those who don't remember). WHEN:...

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Valentine's Day 2022: Romantic Ideas Up North

Talma Gotteiner

Jan 29
3 min

Valentine's Day 2022: Romantic Ideas Up North

Hi there, I've gathered a few ideas for Valentine's Day activities (Feb 14th for those who don't remember). Hamat Gader The Hamat Gader...

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Jerusalem Botanical Gardens: Volunteer Group Art Exhibition

Talma Gotteiner

Jan 22
4 min

Jerusalem Botanical Gardens: Volunteer Group Art Exhibition

Hi there, The exhibition "Garden Time" with the participation of Meir Hayoun, Judith Marcus, Roni Gat, Marna Schwartz Caroll, and Michal...

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Talma Gotteiner

Jan 15
3 min

Tu B'Shvat 2022: Festive Apiaries

Hi there, In preparation for the Israeli "Arbor Day", the Honey Council is inviting the public to enjoy activities in beehives around the...

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Tu B'Shvat at the Nahum Gutman Museum of Art

Talma Gotteiner

Jan 8
2 min

Tu B'Shvat at the Nahum Gutman Museum of Art

Hi there, I'm happy to share with you a Tu B'Shvat workshop for children and the whole family that will take place at The Nahum Gutman...

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A Winter's Trip to the Beit HaKerem Valley

Talma Gotteiner

Jan 1
3 min

A Winter's Trip to the Beit HaKerem Valley

Hi there, I'm happy to share with you a recommended winter trip itinerary courtesy of the Eshkol Beit Hakerem Tourism office. The Beit...

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Talma Gotteiner

Dec 16, 2021
2 min

A Festive "Holiday of Holidays" Concert

Hi there, The "Music Factory Association", an orchestra founded, directed and conducted by world famous percussionist Chen Zimbalista, is...

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The Romanian Cultural Institute in Tel Aviv: “Romanian Heritage - Journey in Time”-A Solo Exhibition

Talma Gotteiner

Dec 11, 2021
3 min

The Romanian Cultural Institute in Tel Aviv: “Romanian Heritage - Journey in Time”-A Solo Exhibition

Hi there, I'd like to share with you a beautiful exhibition presenting Jewish culture in Romania. The exhibition will take place till...

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Jerusalem Botanical Garden: Winter Lights 2021

Talma Gotteiner

Dec 4, 2021
2 min

Jerusalem Botanical Garden: Winter Lights 2021

Hi there, The Jerusalem Botanical Garden is proud to announce its hottest winter event - Winter Lights!. Starting Hanukkah, November 28h,...

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Rishon LeZion: Hanukkah at the Agam Museum 2021

Talma Gotteiner

Nov 29, 2021
2 min

Rishon LeZion: Hanukkah at the Agam Museum 2021

Hi there, The Agam Museum in Rishon Lezion extends over 3,200 meters of inspiring space offering a fascinating and exciting artistic...

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Central Arava: Southern Hanukkah Activities 2021

Talma Gotteiner

Nov 21, 2021
5 min

Central Arava: Southern Hanukkah Activities 2021

Hi there, The Central Arava Regional Council Tourism is inviting the public to celebrate Hanukkah in the Arava region with multiple...

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Photo IS:RAEL - The 9th International Photography Festival

Talma Gotteiner

Nov 14, 2021
8 min

Photo IS:RAEL - The 9th International Photography Festival

Hi there, The International Photography Festival, which is being held for the ninth time this year, continues to be the largest...

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Talma Gotteiner

Nov 6, 2021
6 min

The 5th Jerusalem Biennale: Four Cubits

Hi there, The Jerusalem Biennale is dedicated to the exploration of the spaces where contemporary art and the Jewish world of content...

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Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem: 'Digging Down - Art of the Pre-Future'

Talma Gotteiner

Oct 23, 2021
4 min

Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem: 'Digging Down - Art of the Pre-Future'

Hi there, ‘Digging Down: Art of the Pre-Future’ is a group exhibition of 42 Israeli artists whose main subject is archaeology. The...

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Tel-Aviv: Akram Khan Company in 'Outwitting the Devil'

Talma Gotteiner

Oct 16, 2021
3 min

Tel-Aviv: Akram Khan Company in 'Outwitting the Devil'

Hi there, The Israeli Opera, Bimot Global in collaboration with Uri Ofer are excited to announce a series of performances by the dance...

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Half Marathon Beaujolais 2021: On Your Marks - Get Set - Cheers!

Talma Gotteiner

Oct 9, 2021
3 min

Half Marathon Beaujolais 2021: On Your Marks - Get Set - Cheers!

Hi there, Forget everything you know about racing. The half marathon beaujolais is run by a different set of standards. There is no...

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Talma Gotteiner

Sep 18, 2021
2 min

Tel-Aviv: 'Museum of Illusions'

Hi there, The 'Museum of Illusions' began as a unique project of two entrepreneurs from Croatia. Its phenomenal success soon led to its...

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Talma Gotteiner

Sep 18, 2021
4 min

Jerusalem Attractions for Sukkot 2021

Hi there, I'm happy to share with you a number of attractions for the Sukkot holiday. 'Seeing the Invisible'- Augmented Reality at the...

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Talma Gotteiner

Sep 11, 2021
2 min

Sukkot at the Sea of Galilee 2021

Hi there, The autumnal holiday of Sukkot is a great opportunity to hike around the national lake and enjoy pleasant weather. The Kinneret...

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Talma Gotteiner

Sep 4, 2021
2 min

Kfar Hanokdim: Sukkot 2021

Hi there, The village of Kfar Hanokdim is a desert oasis located in Bikat Hakanaim in the Judean Desert, between the city of Arad and...

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Talma Gotteiner

Aug 28, 2021
8 min

Yeruham: Sukkot Festivities 2021

Hi there, The Yeruham Economic Development Company and Yeruham Tourism invite you to experience the upcoming holidays in Yeruham. The...

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