Archive for the ‘Israel’ Category

New International Airport to Open Near Eilat in Southern Israel in 2014

The Israel Ministry of Tourism announced plans this week to open a new international airport in Timna, just 11 miles north of the southern seaside resort town of Eilat in late summer 2014. To be named after the late Israeli astronaut Ilan Ramon, Israel’s new international airport will replace existing airports in Ovda and Eilat, and [...]

August 16, 2011   Posted in: Israel

Tel Aviv’s Tachana Railway Station To Host Series Of Outdoor Events in August 2011

New York – August, 2011: The Tachana, Tel Aviv’s former historic train station-turned-entertainment complex, announced this week a series of special events and activities taking place throughout August, including: Tu Ba’Av Celebration (August 11-13): A celebration of the Jewish holiday (of love) with restaurants and cafes offering specially designed menus and featuring musical concerts on Thursday [...]

August 10, 2011   Posted in: Israel

Jazz Musicians and Fans Gather in Eilat for the 25th Annual Red Sea International Jazz Festival

Jazz musicians and aficionados from Israel and around the world will converge on the seaside resort town of Eilat for the 25th annual Red Sea International Jazz Festival, August 21-24. This year’s festival will feature performances from more than 20 Israeli and international groups, including Eddie Palmieri Y La Perfecta II (US), Grégoire Maret (Switzerland) and [...]

August 3, 2011   Posted in: Israel

Jerusalem to Host the 36th Annual International Arts and Crafts Fair at Sultan’s Pool, August 15-17, 2011

The 36th Annual Jerusalem International Arts and Crafts Fair Showcases Some 150 Artists at the Sultan’s Pool in the Old City, August 15-27 . Known as “Khutzot Hayotzer” in Hebrew and named after the small arts and crafts lane open year-round at the foot of the Old City Walls, the festival will feature two main artist stalls: [...]

August 3, 2011   Posted in: Israel

Site of Jesus’ Baptism on the River Jordan is Now Open to Visitors and Pilgrims

New York – July, 2011: After much investment in infrastructure to improve the spiritual experience and physical comfort of tourists and pilgrims, the Qasr el Yahud baptism site on the River Jordan, known as the place of Jesus’ baptism, is now open daily to the public. Recognized since the 4th century as the site of [...]

July 15, 2011   Posted in: Israel

Jerusalem Launches New Self-Guided Mp3 Walking Tours Through The Old City

Travelers to the Old City of Jerusalem can now tour the city’s historical, religious and cultural sites with new self-guided digital JerusaleMP3 walking tours. The digital tours come complete with maps and written explanations available in four languages, enriching the touring experience through the Old City. The multimedia audio tours also include video and can [...]

July 11, 2011   Posted in: Israel

Jerusalem has Joined the List of Leading Cities to Host a Full Marathon

Toronto – July, 2011 – The vision became a reality and Jerusalem joined the list of leading cities to host a full marathon, drawing thousands of runners and dozens of thousands of spectators. Recently more than 10,000 runners, including 1000 runners from 40 different countries around the globe, took part in the first “international” calibre [...]

July 7, 2011   Posted in: Israel

The City of David in Israel Comes Alive in Summer 2011 With a New Selection of Innovative Tours

The ancient City of David, the original settled neighborhood of Jerusalem, has announced this week a new selection of innovative tours highlighting recent and past archeological discoveries taking place throughout the summer, including:

June 24, 2011   Posted in: Israel

Jerusalem’s Season of Culture Festival Features Art, Dance and Multimedia Exhibitions Through July 2011

In celebration of its long history as an epicenter for artists and creative thinkers, Jerusalem will present its Season of Culture Festival featuring a series of riveting artistic exhibitions, spanning the disciplines of dance, music, poetry, philosophy, visual art and new media, including:

June 16, 2011   Posted in: Israel

The ‘ultimate team sport”, Dragon Boat Racing is coming to Israel

Toronto – June, 2011. – Dragon boat racing, the ‘ultimate team sport”, is coming to Israel. This new “very old” sport has become a truly global phenomenon, with annual events held in over 70 countries, now including Israel and is the fastest-growing water sport in the world.

June 15, 2011   Posted in: Israel