Monthly Archives: November 2013

To balance out the many eons of history we absorbed we also spent a day exploring the newer part of Jerusalem.  We learned a lot about how modern Israel is governed and functions. We drove through Mea Sharim, a very … Continue reading →

First off I want to apologize for the long periods between posts and then the flood that comes out.  I’ve found the frenetic pace of this tour very exhausting mentally.  I think that after 3.5 months of travel my brain … Continue reading →

This evening we finally made it to Jerusalem after spending the day making our way south from the Sea of Galilee.  It was a bit sad to say good bye to the kibbutz as it was a lovely spot that … Continue reading →

Saturday was our last free day in Tel Aviv before we joined the tour on Sunday.  Because Saturday is the sabbath, which is taken very seriously by observant jews, almost all businesses, activities, and public transportation were closed for the … Continue reading →

Bright and early Thursday morning I took a short flight to Tel Aviv.   At the airport I was very excited to meet my father.  I was so happy to see him as I have very much missed my family … Continue reading →

My last few days in Istanbul earlier this week were very enjoyable.  I tried to take them at a much more relaxed pace as I knew that the tours in Israel and Jordan would probably move along at quite a … Continue reading →

I was very sad to say good bye to Rose this morning as she left early on the shuttle to the airport.  I’m now on my own for a few days before I head to Israel.  I decided to spend … Continue reading →