All aboard! Our bus is headed south today to the Dead Sea area. We'll spend considerable time on the road this morning, traveling along the Jordan River. Gaze to the left and you will see the country of Jordan! A striking difference exists between the lush, fertile soil of Israel as we leave the Galilee …
The beauty of Ein Gedi with great friends The diversity of Israel is astounding! Five different climate zones are found in this tiny country the size of New Jersey. Unbelievable! Lush, fertile soil found along the upper Jordan River Valley gives way to arid, barren desert south of Jericho. The Dead Sea comes into view, …
Continue reading Tour Rewind: Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran and Dead Sea
We left the beloved Galilee and headed south today, passing through the Jordan River Valley, running alongside Israel's border with Jordan. Passing Jericho, we continued south all the way to Herod's mountain fortress, Masada. A towering plateau, this was the sight of the Jews last stand, after the Romans drove them from Jerusalem in 70 …
In the harsh Judean desert, near the Dead Sea, lies an enchanting oasis. Cool, refreshing waterfalls tumble from the rocky cliffs, nimble ibexes roam the area, huge date palm groves dot the landscape, and the kibbutz welcomes young people who come looking for adventure! It's one of the sights we will see on our tour …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 