The Shenkin Hotel is the perfect marriage of everything I need from a hotel and everything I love about Tel Aviv.
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I didn’t run into Madonna, Ashton Kutcher or Demi Moore in Safed, but the birthplace of Kabbalah is fascinating enough on its own – it doesn’t need celebrities.
Continue ReadingHow to See Everywhere in Israel
If you’re considering a trip to Israel but aren’t sure how to make it happen, here are seven reasons I recommend you use Abraham Tours.
Continue ReadingBackpacking in Bougey Southern France
Southern France is one of the most expensive places in Europe, so it might surprise you that I backpacked there. Or tried to backpack, at least.
Continue ReadingThe Best Hump Day Ever
Not many people can say they spent their “hump day” in the company of dozens of Israeli camels – but I can!
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Traveling in Palestine not only provided me with incredible insight on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but proved to be among my most enjoyable experiences ever.
Continue ReadingThe Nude Beach of Cinque Terre
How a very brief trip to seedy Italian nude beach made me call almost everything into question.
Continue ReadingThe Pleasure Principality
If you’re unsure as to whether a visit to Monaco is worth it, I can assure you the answer is “yes.”
Continue ReadingPinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Today’s photo essay takes you with me to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, a place I already count among my favorites I’ve ever visited. I’m getting teary now just reminiscing about it!
Continue ReadingThe End of Darkness
Have you ever wondered what Henry Miller’s writing would be like if he were gay and alive today? Probably nothing like this, but hey, a fag can dream.
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