March 2012

I found Davy Jones from Pirates of the Caribbean at a Purim party in HaTachana, Tel Aviv.  Definitely the best costume I saw there.

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When it comes to traveling, which will give you a better experience, CouchSurfing or Hostelling? How do you choose? Read on and find out. While in Tel Aviv, I received a message through CouchSurfing from a girl writing her thesis on CouchSurfing in Israel. She wanted to interview me and share my stories and experiences […]

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The final days of Birthright, I visited the Har Herzl Cemetery, the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum, the old city of Jerusalem, the holy Western Wall, ate delicious treats at the Jerusalem marketplace, and said goodbye to my new friends. Overall, the Birthright experience was a ten day roller coaster ride featuring cities, nature reserves, deserts, […]

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Carmel Market candy stand

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Mahane Yehuda Market spice store

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After floating in the Dead Sea, rubbing dead sea mud on your body is said to be very good for your skin.  Jumping with friends for a picture afterwards is a must!

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Golan Heights Winery is one of the biggest wineries in Israel.  The varying altitudes of Golan Heights allows the winery to grow a variety of different grapes and produce many different wines.

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After the first days of Birthright, I learned about the independence of Israel, the death of Yitzak Rabin, watched the sun rise on Masada, floated on the Dead Sea, stayed in Bedouin tents, and experienced the amazing desert landscape. I started piecing together an understanding of the history of Israel and the culture of its […]

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Shakshouka – Pic of the Day

by Dan Fey on March 12, 2012

A dish of eggs poached in a sauce of tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, often spiced with cumin. -Wikipedia

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