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I'd like to help you plan your visit to Israel. This blog contains suggestions for trips, suitable for families of varying ages as well as reviews of cultural events in Israel. I hope you'll like them and wish you a perfect stay in our beautiful country.
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You are welcome to start by viewing my posts that appear on the 'trips' page. The cultural events can be found on the 'lifestyle' page. You can read about me on the 'about' page and write to me directly using the 'contact' page. Furthermore, you are welcome to subscribe to receive membership benefits, such as discounts and an upcoming events bulletin.
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Welcome to Israel!
Talma Gotteiner
Sep 9, 20234 min read
Alvin Ailey – American Dance Theatre Returning to Israel
Hi there, I'm happy to share with you that the beloved American dance company is returning to Israel for the fourth time as part of the...
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Talma Gotteiner
Sep 2, 20232 min read
Sukkot in Katzrin: The 7th "Basalt Sounds" Festival
Hi there, The Katzrin Local Council is inviting the public for the seventh time to an expanded and varied edition of the "Basalt Sounds"...
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Talma Gotteiner
Aug 26, 20233 min read
TAITF 2023: Malenky Theater presenting the Tel Aviv International Theater Festival 2023
Hi there, Tel Aviv International Theater Festival "Big Friends of Small Theater" 2023, initiated and produced by the Malenky Theater, is...
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Talma Gotteiner
Aug 19, 20232 min read
August at Rosh HaNikra: Grottoes and Other Surprises
Hi there, At the northern border point on the Mediterranean coastline, is a gorgeous nature attraction suitable for the whole family....
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Talma Gotteiner
Aug 5, 20232 min read
Sea of Galilee: Free "Heritage on the Water" Days at the Yigal Alon House
Hi there, As part of a special heritage project entitled "Heritage on the Water" (in Hebrew "Moreshet on the Water") in which the...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jul 22, 20233 min read
"Desert Nights - Negev of the Stars" Festival
Hi there, This August, the Negev Development Authority and the Ministry of the Negev, Galilee, and National Resilience are inviting the...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jul 15, 20235 min read
Tel-Hai: International Piano Master Class Concerts
Hi there, You are welcome to register (open to the public) for one of the daily concerts that will be held during the Tel Hai...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jul 14, 20233 min read
The Nocturnal Ben Gurion March
Hi there, During the first weekend of August, a cool moonlit festival will take place in the Negev Mountains beginning with the...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jun 28, 20232 min read
Kamea Dance Company: 20th Anniversary Celebrations
Hi there, In June and July 2023, the Kamea Dance Company will celebrate 20 years of activity, after debuting in May 2002 at the Suzanne...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jun 18, 20233 min read
Hansen House: Jerusalem Design Week 2023
Hi there, Hansen House is proud to present the largest design event in Israel. Jerusalem Design Week, Hansen House's flagship event is...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jun 10, 20232 min read
The Golden Gate Quartet: Live in Israel!
Hi there, The Golden Gate Quartet, is an African-American vocal quartet that was founded in 1934 and still exists today. The show in Tel...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jun 3, 20232 min read
"Bein HaKarmim” Wine and Music Festival 2023
Hi there, This year, the Marom HaGalil Regional Council is continuing with its annual festival that has become a Galilean tradition: the...
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Talma Gotteiner
May 27, 20232 min read
Hora Jerusalem Dance Company Presenting "Time / Space"
Hi there, I'm happy to share a unique performance of the Hora Jerusalem Dance Company. Like the Hora dance, Hora Jerusalem is an Israeli...
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Talma Gotteiner
May 20, 20231 min read
Ashkelon's Marina: An Artistic "Shavuot Festival"
Hi there, I'm happy to share with you an artistic "Shavuot Festival" that will take place this year on the southern Riviera of Israel at...
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Talma Gotteiner
May 13, 20233 min read
Ein Zivan: An Agricultural Shavuot Festival
Hi there, In honor of the harvest holiday 'Shavuot', Ein Zivan Tourism is inviting everyone on Thursday, May 25th, 2023, to the opening...
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Talma Gotteiner
May 6, 20233 min read
The 11th "Jewish Music Days" Festival
Hi there, In these days of controversy, "Jewish Music Days" continues to work to bring hearts together and create bridges between...
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Talma Gotteiner
Apr 23, 20232 min read
The Jerusalem International Writers Festival
Hi there, The 11th International Writers Festival will take place at Mishkenot Sha'ananim in Jerusalem. The Festival’s program includes...
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Talma Gotteiner
Apr 22, 20233 min read
Ein Karem Music Festival
Hi there, The Zimbalista Music Factory Association is proud to present the third music festival in Ein Kerem. Three days of classical...
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Talma Gotteiner
Apr 15, 20232 min read
Holocaust Memorial Day: The Story of Jacques's Violin at the Agam Museum
Hi there, You are invited to join the memorial meeting that will take place on the evening of the Holocaust Memorial Day, at the Yaacov...
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Talma Gotteiner
Apr 8, 20232 min read
Rosh Pina: The 11th Wine Fair
Hi there, The fair at Rosh Pina is a leading culinary event for the developing wine culture in the Galilee. This year's fair will host...
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Talma Gotteiner
Apr 1, 20232 min read
Passover at the Sea of Galilee 2023
Hi there, If your natural inclination lies more towards sailing, watercourses, and their habitats you'll enjoy the activities suggested...
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Talma Gotteiner
Mar 25, 20233 min read
North: Spring Events for Passover 2023
Hi there, I have gathered a number of unique Passover events, suitable for the whole family that will be taking place up North this year....
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Talma Gotteiner
Mar 18, 20232 min read
Passover: Animals and Dragons at the "Hai Park", Kiryat Motzkin
Hi there, This Passover you are invited to come to the "Hai Park" in Kiryat Motzkin where you will enjoy the best attractions for a...
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Talma Gotteiner
Mar 11, 20232 min read
A Night of Stars: Rock and Symphony
Hi there, "A Night of Stars" is a symphonic rock show and a tribute show to the great Israeli music stars, that we all grew up listening...
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Talma Gotteiner
Mar 4, 20235 min read
Purim in Jerusalem 2023
Hi there, Purim is almost here, so please find below a selection of recommendations for fun family activities in Jerusalem. Neot Kedumim...
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Talma Gotteiner
Feb 18, 20232 min read
Whitney A Tribute by Glennis Grace
Hi there, The acclaimed international tribute show to Whitney Houston, one of the greatest divas of the music world, is coming to Israel,...
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Talma Gotteiner
Feb 11, 20233 min read
Neve Ilan Hotel: Romantic Spring Weekend Getaways
Hi there, At the height of winter, the Neve Ilan Hotel, from the C-Hotels hotel chain, is already preparing for spring. During the months...
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Talma Gotteiner
Feb 4, 20234 min read
MustonenFest Tallinn-Tel Aviv 2023
Hi there, The 10th edition of the Estonian-Israeli festival proudly presents young rising stars from Estonia to the Israeli audience and...
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Talma Gotteiner
Feb 4, 20233 min read
Piaf! The Show
Hi there, Sixty years after her death: the international French musical show "Piaf" about the life story of the legendary singer Edith...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jan 30, 20232 min read
The Tribute Band: "Creedence Clearwater Revived"
Hi there, In light of the success of its show in 2019, the "Creedence Clearwater Revived" band, the tribute band to the legendary band...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jan 21, 20233 min read
"Darom Adom" / "Red South" Festival 2023
Hi there, Rahat Tourism will take part in the Darom Adom / Red South Festival for the 7th time this year. After seeing the fields of...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jan 14, 20232 min read
A Romantic Songs Tour: "Les Grandes Chansons"
Hi there, LES GRANDES CHANSONS" is a spectacular and exciting show, in which you will return to romantic France and the great romantic...
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Talma Gotteiner
Jan 7, 20232 min read
Arava Region: A ‘Tu Bishvat’ Farming Celebration
Hi there, On the occasion of ‘Tu Bishvat’, the Central Arava Region is offering the general public two days full of tourist and...
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Talma Gotteiner
Dec 31, 20223 min read
Hot January Up North
Hi there, The Galilee Development Authority and the Ministry for the Development of the Negev and Galilee Peripheries, invite you to...
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Talma Gotteiner
Dec 24, 20224 min read
Tel-Aviv Museum of Art: Happy 90th Birthday!
Hi there, In April 2022, the Tel Aviv Museum of Art celebrated its ninetieth anniversary. The museum - the first of the art museums in...
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Talma Gotteiner
Dec 18, 20224 min read
Equality Day for People with Disabilities
Hi there, I'm happy to share with you over 40 events hosted by the "Equinote Association", a non-profit organization, that will be taking...
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Talma Gotteiner
Dec 10, 20224 min read
The North Light: Hanukkah 2022
Hi there, In December, the Galilee in the North of Israel will be hosting several festive events, activities, and shows including the...
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Talma Gotteiner
Dec 10, 20222 min read
Room Dances Festival 2022
Hi there, The Room Dances Festival, the only one of its kind in Israel is celebrating its 33rd anniversary this year under the artistic...
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Talma Gotteiner
Dec 3, 20223 min read
Hanukkah: 4th Israeli Harp Competition
Hi there, After a 2 year break due to the coronavirus, the Israeli harp competition will take place for the fourth time on the upcoming...
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Talma Gotteiner
Nov 26, 20223 min read
Negev Tour 2022
Hi there, The Negev Development Authority is inviting the public to join 'Negev Tour', a series of guided concept tours that will take...
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Talma Gotteiner
Nov 19, 20223 min read
The Jerusalem Botanical Gardens: Winter Lights 2022
Hi there, The Givat Ram University Botanical Garden in Jerusalem together with the assistance of the Ministry of Jerusalem and Heritage...
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Talma Gotteiner
Nov 12, 20222 min read
Kamea Dance Company: Meet 2.00
Hi there, The Kamea Dance Company will premiere "MEET 2.00", a night of two inspiring choreographers commissioned by Tamir Ginz, the...
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Talma Gotteiner
Nov 5, 20222 min read
Tel-Aviv: Suede
Hi there, The beloved Britpop 90's band 'Suede', is coming back to us for a single performance as part of their world tour for their new...
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Talma Gotteiner
Oct 29, 20223 min read
Jerusalem: "Save As" A Cultural Excursion Btwn. Inspiration & Influence
Hi there, Sometimes it seems like we live in a world where everything has already been said and done culturally. Great works of...
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Talma Gotteiner
Oct 22, 20224 min read
Tel-Aviv Museum of Art: "Illustrations" by David Polonsky
Hi there, "Illustrations" is the first comprehensive exhibition dedicated to David Polonsky at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. Polonsky,...
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Talma Gotteiner
Oct 15, 20222 min read
The Golden Hedgehog: Street Theater, Circus and Performance
Hi there, The Golden Hedgehog Association, in collaboration with Ometz (artists creating in the public space) and the Culture Department...
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Talma Gotteiner
Oct 7, 20225 min read
Sukkot in the Land of the Olive Groves
Hi there, The Beit HaKerem valley in the Galilee is home to spectacular landscapes, unique sites, fine cuisine and a fascinating human...
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Talma Gotteiner
Sep 24, 20225 min read
Sukkot Festival: "Open Farmsteads in Pitchat Nitsana"
Hi there, The Negev Mountain Tourism Partnership, the Mirage Israel Foundation, and the Ministry of Agriculture invite you to a magical...
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Talma Gotteiner
Sep 13, 20222 min read
Abu Gosh: "Autumn Sounds" Music Festival
Hi there, The "Autumn Sounds" festival managed and artistically produced by the Zimbalista Music Factory association will take place...
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Talma Gotteiner
Sep 6, 20222 min read
BALLET FOR LIFE!
Hi there, Note: The show has been canceled. Tickets are being refunded. BALLET FOR LIFE - The glittering event of the year is coming to...
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