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Why go to Israel?

January 24, 2015 by Rosemary

​shabbat JerusalemWendy Yaniv of www.5sensestourisrael.com writes about why she is passionate about visiting Israel

If you’ve never visited Israel before, it’s a hard thing to describe but I’ll give it my best!

At sundown on Friday night the Jews welcome in the Sabbath and the lead-up to that moment is an experience to be had!

shabbat jerusalem3Religious or not, Jewish or not …  you feel something special in the air.  Shopping is at a feverish pitch to complete all shopping before the stores close at 2 pm (and do not open until Saturday night or Sunday morning).  The smell of the fresh breads and cakes tease your senses, the mounds of fruits and veggies create a vibrant color palate that make you smile and beautiful fresh flowers are just waiting to be bought to take their place at the table! ‘

imageThe greeting to all is “Shabbat Shalom” (Peaceful Sabbath)!  Be it in the holy city of Jerusalem or vibrant Tel Aviv, you feel that it’s not just a “regular” day.

We all know Israel is a tiny country with an incredibly intricate, complicated tapestry.  Shabbat is one of those times that is becomes very evident.  While Jerusalem and Tel Aviv are only 1 hour away, the difference between the 2 cities and how Shabbat is celebrated is extreme!

shabbat tel aviv3If I am to generalize, Jerusalem closes down on Shabbat (for the most part).  The Sabbath is celebrated according to religious law and customs.

Tel Aviv?  Shabbat is celebrated by strolling along the beach, sitting in cafes, taking life at a slower pace, cooking a fabulous dinner to be had with all of the family and just taking a deep breath!

shabbat tel aviv 4Enjoy the scenes of Shabbat in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv!  And yes … it’s spring in January!  Join me on one of my women only or co-ed tours!

Come experience Israel… the people, the places, the passions!  Israel like you have never seen it before!

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