(Courtesy Avraham Faust/ Tel ‘Eton Archaeological Expedition) A group of archaeologists from the Bar-Ilan University have discovered an ancient site that could offer an understanding of the biblical kingdom of David and Solomon. While working on an excavation of a house named the “Governor’s Residence”, they found an enormous basement that extends 2,420 square feet. […]
Israel citizens and tourists from around the world are anxiously awaiting to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Israel beginning on April 18. The “Culture and Sport Minister” Miri Regev announced a detailed plan for their “70 Hours of Israeli Celebrations”. Starting with beach parties to street events all day, this will be an occasion you […]
The 12 Apostles were the foundation of Jesus’ church and many of them wrote portions of the Bible. While we have learned about their Biblical stories or heard their names, most of us do not know the origin of their names, most with a Hebrew meaning. So after a bit of researching, we came up […]
It probably doesn’t come as a surprise that people often choose to visit Israel during the Christmas holiday. But what may be surprising to some is that visitors will not find the same level of traditional holiday merriment that they are used to experiencing in the United States. While Christmas decorations and celebratory events may not be prevalent throughout the entire country, there are certainly a few places to enjoy the festivities.
Hanukkah is celebrated around the world to commemorate the victory of the Macabees over Greek-Syrian oppressors. When Jews were ordered to worship Greek gods, their faith compelled them to fight back! For those not familiar with the holiday, we wanted to share a few fun facts! 22.5 million doughnuts are consumed by the Jewish […]
The Great Pyramid of Giza has always been a subject of fascination for tourists, scientists and archaeologists around the world. Now and then new discoveries are announced by the Egyptian Ministry of Antiques, but this new discovery is huge, literally! A gigantic hidden space inside the Great Pyramid has been found and it sparks debate […]
As Israel approaches the anniversary of 70th years of Independence, the country is preparing for a month of celebrations starting mid-April and ending in early May, 2018. Across the city you will find daily festivals, concerts and recreational activities in commemoration of the day David Ben-Gurion, the first prime minister of Israel, read the Declaration […]
Are you ready for less hassle, stress and commercialism this Christmas season? Have you always dreamed of visiting Israel during the holiday season, walk the streets where Jesus walked and visit the place of his birthplace? This is your chance! Join us (America Israel Tours) and witness the Spirit and true meaning of the holiday! […]
Picture released by the Egyptian Antiquities Ministry on September 9, 2017 The Egyptian Antiquities Minister announced on Saturday the discovery of a 3,500 year old tomb in the Nile River city of Luxor. The finding includes the remains of Amenemhat, a royal goldsmith dating back to the New Kingdom (16th to 11th centuries BC). Inside […]
Magdala is major first-century port located at the shores of the Sea of Galilee. It is an important Holy Land site best known as the home of Mary Magdalene. From the Bible we can deduct that Mary Magdalene was a very important follower of Jesus, she was in fact named 12 times in the New […]
(Photo by: Doyda Dagan / Israel Antiquities Authority) The Negev desert is well-known for its entrepreneurship spirit and for its hundreds of boutique wineries, luxury hotels and delicious cheese. It’s also a semi-arid desert, so you would probably not expect for it to be an important archaeological site in Israel. But this new discovery tells […]
The Food is Great The food in Israel could be the only reason to visit the country. Fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and cheese are the standard foods, heightened by the delicious melting pot of flavors and influences from the region. In a bite of food you will experience the culinary heritage that comes from migration […]
Multiple times a week the sacred walls below the Tower of David are illuminated with 4,000 years of history told wordlessly through light and sound. Antiquity meets modern technology in a surprisingly harmonious union as moving images are projected onto the ancient walls. Watch the transformation of Jerusalem as it passes through the ages of […]
For most people who have not been to Israel, they envision the landscape to be a vast dessert with stretches of brown, barren land. But don’t forget- this is the land of milk and honey! Those who have visited Israel in the Spring know that in reality, the country is full of colorful wildflowers and […]
When people think of Israel, they think of the historical and biblical sites in the region, the amazing food, and places sites such as the Sea of Galilee and most importantly, they want to learn more about the roots of their Christian faith. Many experienced travelers enjoy the tourist sites, but we also like to […]
While the world’s news is filled with reports of violence and political unrest, these concerns are evidently not holding people back from travelling. According to the World Tourism Organization, global tourism remains strong overall. The 2016 visitor arrival statistics prove that Israel is no exception. Upon the release of 2016’s visitor arrival statistics, it was […]
While the mainland of Greece certainly has a plethora of must see attractions, the Greek islands have more than their fair share of magnetism as well. When planning a trip to Greece, it would be a mistake to ignore the coastal beauty, historical significance, and local culture the islands have to offer. No trip to […]
I DEVELOPED CHEST PAINS DURING MY TRIP No one expects to have a medical emergency while traveling. Having Emergency Medical & Dental and Emergency Medical Evacuation benefits helps ensure you receive quality care. If you have any pre-existing conditions, ask about the Pre-existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver! (Hint: Consider adding the Additional Medical Coverage upgrade, […]
