🇮🇱 Explore Israel | Travel Guide and Photography Journal
Welcome to my Israel Travel Guide — a personal collection of favorite moments, breathtaking locations, and stories captured through the lens of my camera.
This trip was incredibly special: it was not only my wife Leza’s and my very first trip abroad together, but it also came just about a year after we first met.
Traveling across Israel, exploring ancient cities and sacred places, and experiencing new adventures side-by-side made it a journey we’ll never forget.
We also had the chance to travel with Leza’s father and his wife while in Israel, spending a few amazing days sightseeing and sharing memories together as a family.
Along the way, Leza — the heart and inspiration behind so many of our adventures — helped plan and guide our journey through historic cities, sacred sites, and natural wonders that continue to leave us amazed.
Each blog post below offers not just photography, but personal experiences, insider tips, and practical advice to help you plan your own unforgettable trip.
🗺️ I’ve also created a free interactive Israel Travel Map featuring all the places we've visited — making it even easier for you to explore, plan, and be inspired!
Scroll down to dive into our journey across Israel — one unforgettable place at a time.
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📸 St. James Cathedral Church | Jerusalem, Israel
Discover the quiet beauty of St. James Cathedral Church tucked away inside Jerusalem’s Armenian Quarter. Explore my personal photography, travel tips, and insights into this historic hidden gem.
📸 Western Wall | Jerusalem, Israel
Experience the timeless beauty of the Western Wall in Jerusalem. Through my personal photography and stories, explore this sacred place filled with deep history, tradition, and meaning.
📸 Church of the Holy Sepulchre | Jerusalem, Israel
Discover the powerful beauty of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Explore my photography, travel tips, and personal experiences inside one of Christianity’s holiest sites.
📸 Tower of David | Jerusalem, Israel
Discover the history and breathtaking views from the Tower of David in Jerusalem. Explore my photography, travel tips, and favorite moments inside this ancient fortress.
📸 Golden Menorah | Jerusalem, Israel
Explore the beauty and symbolism of the Golden Menorah in Jerusalem’s Jewish Quarter. Learn travel tips, photography advice, and the fascinating story behind this iconic display.
📸 Jaffa Gate | Jerusalem, Israel
Discover the historic Jaffa Gate — one of Jerusalem’s main entrances to the Old City. Explore my photography, travel tips, and the story behind this iconic landmark.
📸 Streets of Jerusalem | Old City Walkthrough
Wander through Jerusalem’s Old City with me. Explore the streets, hidden corners, and historic moments captured through personal travel photography and stories.
📸 Ferrari Dealership Museum | Tel Aviv, Israel
On our final day exploring Tel Aviv, we stumbled across a hidden gem — a Ferrari dealership that doubles as a museum! Free to visit and full of sleek supercars, it made for a fun surprise during our travels.
📸 Tel Aviv Museum of Art | Tel Aviv, Israel
Discover the world-class Tel Aviv Museum of Art — a stunning collection of Israeli and international masterpieces. Explore my travel tips, photography advice, and favorite exhibits.
📸 Golan Heights Adventure | Northern Israel
Explore the Golan Heights — a land of ancient volcanoes, battlefields, vineyards, and breathtaking views. Join my road trip and photography journey across Israel’s northern frontier.
📸 Park Katzrin | The Talmudic Village | Golan Heights, Israel
Visit Park Katzrin — a beautifully reconstructed Talmudic-era village in Israel’s Golan Heights. Discover my photography, travel tips, and insights from this unforgettable historical site.
📸 Yardenit Baptismal Site | Jordan River, Israel
Visit Yardenit — a peaceful baptismal site on the Jordan River where travelers from around the world come to renew their faith. Explore photography tips, reflections, and travel advice.
📸 Olea Essence | Olive Oil Factory & Eco Center | Sea of Galilee, Israel
Visit Olea Essence near the Sea of Galilee — a beautiful eco-center creating world-class olive oils and natural products. Explore my photography, tasting experience, and travel tips.
📸 Mount Bental Lookout | Golan Heights, Israel
Explore Mount Bental Lookout in the Golan Heights — a historic site with panoramic views across Israel and into Syria. Discover travel tips, photography advice, and my personal experiences.
📸 Masada National Park | Fortress Above the Dead Sea
Visit Masada National Park — an ancient desert fortress near the Dead Sea. Explore breathtaking views, historical ruins, and my travel tips and photography moments.
📸 Ein Gedi Nature Reserve | Oasis in the Judean Desert
Hike through Ein Gedi, Israel’s desert oasis near the Dead Sea. Explore waterfalls, wildlife, and ancient caves through my travel stories and photography.
📸 Caesarea National Park | Ancient Roman City by the Sea
Step into history at Caesarea National Park — a stunning Roman city on Israel’s Mediterranean coast. Explore ruins, architecture, and photography moments from my travel experience.
📸 Dead Sea | Float Experience + Herbert Samuel Hod Hotel Stop
Float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea — a surreal, one-of-a-kind experience. Discover travel tips, beach access, photography advice, and a hotel lunch stop worth remembering.
📸 Statue of Faith | Jaffa's Symbol of History and Hope
Discover the Statue of Faith in Jaffa — a powerful sculpture with biblical carvings and breathtaking views. Explore the stories, symbolism, and photography inspiration behind it.
📸 Streets of Old Jaffa | Timeless Beauty by the Sea
Lose yourself in the alleys and light of Old Jaffa. From its famous clock tower to its colorful port, every corner is a photo waiting to happen. Explore the charm through my camera lens.