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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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Talma Gotteiner

5 days ago
3 min

Hanukkah: 4th Israeli Harp Competition

Hi there, After a 2 year break due to the coronavirus, the Israeli harp competition will take place for the fourth time on the upcoming...

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Talma Gotteiner

Nov 26
3 min

Negev Tour 2022

Hi there, The Negev Development Authority is inviting the public to join 'Negev Tour', a series of guided concept tours that will take...

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The Jerusalem Botanical Gardens: Winter Lights 2022

Talma Gotteiner

Nov 19
3 min

The Jerusalem Botanical Gardens: Winter Lights 2022

Hi there, The Givat Ram University Botanical Garden in Jerusalem together with the assistance of the Ministry of Jerusalem and Heritage...

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Talma Gotteiner

Nov 12
2 min

Kamea Dance Company: Meet 2.00

Hi there, The Kamea Dance Company will premiere "MEET 2.00", a night of two inspiring choreographers commissioned by Tamir Ginz, the...

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Talma Gotteiner

Nov 5
2 min

Tel-Aviv: Suede

Hi there, The beloved Britpop 90's band 'Suede', is coming back to us for a single performance as part of their world tour for their new...

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Jerusalem: "Save As" A Cultural Excursion Btwn. Inspiration & Influence

Talma Gotteiner

Oct 29
3 min

Jerusalem: "Save As" A Cultural Excursion Btwn. Inspiration & Influence

Hi there, Sometimes it seems like we live in a world where everything has already been said and done culturally. Great works of...

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Tel-Aviv Museum of Art: "Illustrations" by David Polonsky

Talma Gotteiner

Oct 22
4 min

Tel-Aviv Museum of Art: "Illustrations" by David Polonsky

Hi there, "Illustrations" is the first comprehensive exhibition dedicated to David Polonsky at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. Polonsky,...

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The Golden Hedgehog: Street Theater, Circus and Performance

Talma Gotteiner

Oct 15
2 min

The Golden Hedgehog: Street Theater, Circus and Performance

Hi there, The Golden Hedgehog Association, in collaboration with Ometz (artists creating in the public space) and the Culture Department...

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Talma Gotteiner

Oct 7
5 min

Sukkot in the Land of the Olive Groves

Hi there, The Beit HaKerem valley in the Galilee is home to spectacular landscapes, unique sites, fine cuisine and a fascinating human...

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Sukkot Festival: "Open Farmsteads in Pitchat Nitsana"

Talma Gotteiner

Sep 24
5 min

Sukkot Festival: "Open Farmsteads in Pitchat Nitsana"

Hi there, The Negev Mountain Tourism Partnership, the Mirage Israel Foundation, and the Ministry of Agriculture invite you to a magical...

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Abu Gosh: "Autumn Sounds" Music Festival

Talma Gotteiner

Sep 13
2 min

Abu Gosh: "Autumn Sounds" Music Festival

Hi there, The "Autumn Sounds" festival managed and artistically produced by the Zimbalista Music Factory association will take place...

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Talma Gotteiner

Sep 6
2 min

BALLET FOR LIFE!

Hi there, Note: The show has been canceled. Tickets are being refunded. BALLET FOR LIFE - The glittering event of the year is coming to...

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Talma Gotteiner

Sep 3
3 min

Mitzpe Ramon: Intimidbar Festival 2022

Hi there, Intimidbar, the traditional annual music festival of Mitzpe Ramon will be held for the 9th time this year in the Spice Route...

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Talma Gotteiner

Aug 27
5 min

The Annual 'Honey Festival' 2022

Hi there, The Honey Council and Israeli beekeepers are celebrating a record year in the annual honey output at 4,400 tons and are...

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Talma Gotteiner

Aug 20
3 min

Indoor Summer Activities for Kids 2022

Hi there, Just before the summer ends, I'd like to share with you the creative activities available in some of the leading museums....

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Talma Gotteiner

Aug 13
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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