Travel. Food. Adventure.
After savoring the wonders of Jerusalem, Palestine, and Tel Aviv, our ship embarked on a new adventure, docking in the captivating Israeli city of Haifa, another sea-side town, captured by the Crusaders in 1100. With its captivating history and picturesque coastal setting, Haifa beckoned us to explore its ancient streets and experience its harmonious blend …
Welcome to Israel, a land steeped in both religious and political turmoil. As I ventured into the region, I encountered cities surrounded by imposing walls, gun towers, and a pervasive presence of security cameras. One such city was Bethlehem, far from the quaint little town it is often depicted as. Under tight Palestinian control, Bethlehem …
Jerusalem! The ancient Biblical city full of incredible history. Jerusalem is most holy site for Christians, Jews and Muslims alike. I paid for a tour of the city and our first stop was at a vantage point along the Jericho Road with an excellent view of the entire city including the iconic Dome of the Rock – the Islamic shrine with its entire roof covered in pure gold which was built centuries ago. We checked out some nearby stony, centuries old caverns, before making our way toward the walled city.
