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Keep Your Cool: Staying Cool this August in Israel

I remember the first time I visited Tel Aviv in the summer. Walking out of the airport feeling like I just stepped into a steam room with my clothes sticking to my body and sweat already dripping down the side of my temples- it was awful. This was not the Middle Eastern chic I was accustomed to. I looked around at the Israelis around me wondering how and why they were wearing jeans in 100+ degree weather. This was the summer of 2006, when I was on my Birthright Israel trip . Since then I’ve learned a few tricks about how to keep my cool when visiting the Middle East in the dead of summer, and want to share a few with you here: 1. I Scream - Satisfy that sweet tooth and keep your cool? Sign me up. Israel is a frozen yogurt lover’s dream- on any given street you’ll find a fresh fruit stand making fro-yo, smoothies or serving up ice cream. If you’re in a rush- grab a Magnum ice cream from a local corner store. The vanilla on vanilla crunch happens to be my fave. Go ahead, indulge. ...

Capturing the True Flavor of Israel

When it comes to Israel travel, no trip is complete without experiencing full range of Israeli culture – which includes, of course, Israeli food! From falafel and hummus to shwarma, couscous, and shakshooka, the list of Israeli culinary delights is long and tasty…  Falafel image by: Tasty Kitchen Israel is famous for many things: ancient Biblical sites, historical monuments, revolutionary archeological discoveries, breathtaking scenery, adventurous hikes, reviving the Modern Hebrew language, famous scientific inventions, and more. Israel is also renowned for its many achievements in the areas of dance, sports, theater, fashion, literature, music, and cinema. However when it comes to cuisine, Israeli food really takes the cake! As you travel through Israel and enjoy its diverse landscape, grab a bite of an authentic Israeli breakfast, lunch, or dinner. If you're not sure what's on the menu in many Israeli homes these days or what street foods will leave your taste bud...