Israel & Palestine
The Best Things to do in Jerusalem for First-Time Visitors
Jerusalem is one of the most fascinating cities I have ever been to. The mix of history and religion combined with a (surprisingly) cool nightlife scene and some great foodie spots made it fun to explore. I’ve been to Jerusalem many times so for those looking for any first time visitors looking for inspiration, here…
Read More2 Week Israel & Palestine Itinerary
The land of Israel and Palestine is one of the most fascinating places in the world. From the rich history to the religious importance to Jews, Muslims, and Christians alike, stunning natural beauty, vibrant cities, and incredible food scene there is so much to see, learn and experience. So, how do you figure out what…
Read MoreIs Israel Safe to Visit? And Other Things to Know About Israel Travel
Israel was somewhere I wanted to visit for a while. My mom went when she was around my age and had some great stories about floating in the Dead Sea and exploring the Old Town of Jerusalem. Yet when I told people (other than my mom) that I wanted to travel to Israel I was…
Read MoreWhat to Wear in Israel (& Palestine): Packing Tips for Women
The land of Israel and Palestine is one of the most interesting places I have ever been and has, over time, become one of my favourite destinations. So much so that I actually spent 3 months living in Tel Aviv in 2022. However, while I’m confident in picking out what to wear now, the first…
Read MoreWhere to Eat in Jerusalem: 7 Delicious Foodie Finds
If I could write a love letter to a specific country’s food, it would be Israel. There’s a lot I love about this area of the word, but the food is a big part of why I keep going back. To be honest, I don’t really know what it is about the food there that…
Read MoreThe Best Things to do in Akko: Exploring Akko’s History, Food, and More!
I stand off to the corner of the market street, peering down at the map on my phone trying to figure out which fork in the alleyway I want to take. The crowd bustling around me, a cacophony of laughter and bargaining as locals buy their vegetables and fish from the vendors. One of the…
Read MoreTel Aviv Food Guide: My Foodie Favourites
When people asked me why I chose to use Tel Aviv as a base for a few months I had several reasons. However, without a doubt, the food was one of them. This part of the world has some of the best, freshest, most delicious food I have ever had in my travels. From street-food…
Read MoreHiking the Snake Path in Masada: A Non-Hiker’s Guide to a Masada Sunrise
Before I even start, I should probably tell you one teeny tiny very important thing. This is not a success story. This is a story of failure. Which is why I figured it would be a good article to write for any non-hikers like me who somehow find themselves on a bus at 3am barreling through…
Read MoreThe Best Things to do in Eilat, Israel: Israel’s Red Sea Resort City
When it comes to travel in Israel most people tend to focus on the central part of the country. Cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem see the majority of tourists and for those who do venture off the typical tourist trail, they tend to head north. However, the south of Israel is equally as beautiful.…
Read MoreWhy I’m Glad I Gave Israel a Second Chance
In November of 2018, I visited Israel for the first time. I was so excited to go yet I left feeling disappointed and convinced I would never return. So, what happened? Well, in this case, I feel like it was more of what didn’t happen. My first visit to Israel was with another blogger. I…
Read MoreDual Narrative Hebron Tour: Don’t Leave Israel Without This Experience
I glanced at the window beside me; a fractured kaleidoscope of colours reflected by the scenery outside. Tiny cracks spider webbing out from the point of impact in the middle crawled across the entire window pane. I wondered what had made the window crack like that. I hoped it was a rock, but I also…
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