Hiking

Passover and Song of Songs: What spring teaches us about freedom

HIKING THE HOLYLAND: Israel's hiking trails are quieter than they used to be. And yet – spring does not wait.

APRIL 7, 2026|BySUSANNAH SCHILD

IT IS no accident that Song of Songs is read every Passover. The book is saturated with an explosive, summoning, and impossible to resist spring – an explosion of energy and new life

The stunning newly-active Neolog synagogue in Trencin.

From Alpine adventures to deep history: Exploring Slovakia’s high tatras

Awe-inspiring majesty of High Tatras and Europe’s culture capital showcase wonders of Slovakia.

MARCH 28, 2026|ByMARK GORDON, DAVID ZEV HARRIS

ISRAEL’S DESERTS are the opposite of boring. From the dramatic cliffs of the Judean Desert to the vast craters of the Negev and all the way south to the Red Sea shores of Eilat, the natural terrain here is as varied and striking as anything in the country’s lush North.

The Dead Sea isn’t dead: A winter hike through Israel’s most misunderstood landscape

Embark on a breathtaking hike where rocky cliffs, hidden swimming pools, and stunning views of the Dead Sea await. Discover the unexpected beauty of a landscape that’s anything but boring.

MARCH 8, 2026|BySUSANNAH SCHILD

Gravity-defying coffee bar teeters above a sheer drop

Built onto the cliff face about 70 meters above sea level, the platform requires reservations and non-negotiable staff supervision.

MARCH 5, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Why I always choose to vacation in Israel -opinion

Although practically, most rabbis allow vacation travel outside of Israel, the message our rabbis have taught is clear; every moment in Israel is precious.

AUGUST 21, 2022ByURI PILICHOWSKI

BOATING ON Lake Kinneret: Israel isn’t only a place of history; it is a land of fun and recreation as well

This oleh retired in Israel and began leading a Jerusalem hiking club

Physician, hiker and history buff, Arnold Slyper has found his niche - sever niches, actually - in Israel: Hiking.

AUGUST 13, 2022ByJORDANA BENAMI

AT LEFT with wife, Judy, in the Ein Kerem Valley with the In and Around Jerusalem Hiking Club.

Jerusalem's best, family friendly activities

From indoor amusement parks to zoos to interactive museums, Jerusalem may just be Israel’s most kid-friendly city. A comprehensive guide for all the family.

JULY 22, 2022ByARIELLA ROITMAN

AWAITING THEIR turn to ride Discovery 360, one of Magic Kass’s many rides.

Hiking and biking in Israel's Golan Heights for the greater good

The Ramah Bike Ride and Hiking Trip: Five days through the Golan Heights in support of the camp’s Tikvah disabilities inclusion programs.

JULY 9, 2022ByHOWARD BLAS

RAMAH BIKE RIDERS climbing on the Golan Heights during the recent Ramah Bike Ride and Hiking Trip.

Passover: Nature destinations in Israel's North suffer congestion - report

The Passover holiday is a popular vacation time for many Israelis, with schools being off and many others taking time off from work.

APRIL 18, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Safety and health tips for Passover from United Hatzalah

United Hatzalah is taking the opportunity to send out a public service announcement with health and safety tips regarding the holiday covering everything from cleaning to hiking

APRIL 13, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

A woman in Beit Shemesh receives a package of matza and grape juice from a United Hatzalah volunteer with the Ten Kavod project ahead of Passover

Hiking in Israel: Much more than a walk - opinion

No matter what your age, if you are reasonably healthy and not yet a hiker, we encourage you to start now.

JANUARY 26, 2022ByROOKIE, HESHIE BILLET

HIKERS TRAVERSE the Wadi Katlav trail in the Jerusalem Hills.

Hiking with the hassidim - opinion

My new hassidic friends and I became members of the Jewish people again, a people continuously redeeming itself from the petty bigotries of our righteous ignorance.

JANUARY 22, 2022ByDAN ORNSTEIN