I have a confession. I’m a tidepool addict. Growing up in Florida, I didn’t know these colorful, mesmerizing little worlds existed until I visited a rocky Oregon beach. Now I look forward to a visit every time we get the chance. John Steinbeck described tidepools as “a fabulous place…where the sea is very clear and the bottom becomes fantastic with hurrying, fighting, feeding, breeding animals.” If a…
I arrive later than I’d planned because I had to wait until traffic died down around Tel Aviv’s busy city center. The Carmel Market, known as Shuk Ha’Carmel in Hebrew, has been hopping for hours. It is packed with locals and tourists alike. I start on the end with the produce sellers and am immediately confronted by crowds of various nationalities, and blaring western music. Music from…
Let’s get things straight from the beginning-I LOVE Jerusalem. It’s one of the most important, influential and culturally-diverse cities in the world. Especially considering its small size. But Jerusalem so synonymous with tourism in Israel. And there are many more places to visit in this historic, impressive country-some of which aren’t on the usual itinerary. Be sure to visit these can’t miss spots…
Portland… Few cities in the U.S. are as full of life and fun and personality. Portland is cool, tatted, artistic and doesn’t care what you think. But still friendly. Sure, it has a lot in common with nearby Seattle. But Portland is smaller and easier to experience in a weekend. And it has a relaxed culture and vibe all its own. If you are heading to Portland for…
