Experiencing Israel

Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut: The Juxtaposition of Extremes

Karen White
At a Tel Aviv cafe, I met Shani, 24, an intelligence officer with the IDF. In my quest to understand more about the Israeli observance of Yom HaZikaron (Israeli Memorial Day), she told me, over coffee, the story of why she’s chosen a career in the army.

Cultural Institutions in Israel

For such a young country, Israel has some of the best cultural institutions and traditions in the world. For those interested in theater, dance, history and more, we recommend checking out these world-class establishments

Go Off the Beaten Path in Israel

For such a small country, Israel has a lot to offer by way of cultural, artistic, culinary, historical, and of course, religious, institutions. But if you're in the mood for something a little different, Israel has attractions for the more adventurous traveler.