Picnic Spot: Khirbet Tsora

Enjoy magical sunrises and sunsets and gorgeous flowers in winter and spring.

5 Coastal Hikes in Israel: Perfect September Beach Trails

Make footprints in the sand on your way to one final reunion with the deep blue sea.

Explore Like a Local: Gush Etzion

We wandered through each tunnel, soaking in the cool stillness.

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Hod Akev – Unreal Desert Hike

The sky was the crispest shade of cerulean, with cirrus clouds spattered around like white paint on a blue canvas. The mountain rock was stark and chalky in some places, like cut clay. In others, piles of sandy stones gathered to form sharp peaks.

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Hey there! I’m Susannah, and I love exploring the great outdoors. I live with my family right outside of Jerusalem. I hope that my pursuit of the next nearby adventure will help you with yours!

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