Israel

Israel, curated.

This is a country of contrast and texture—salt-crusted cliffs and Bauhaus balconies, chaotic markets and minimalist cafés, ancient stillness and late-night energy. In a single day, you can float in silence, hike through golden canyons, and end it drinking wine on a Tel Aviv rooftop.

Our Israel guide was created to help you travel well—whether you're drawn to the spiritual, the stylish, or the slow. We've edited the noise, mapped the rhythm, and curated what matters most: the places, moments, and experiences that stay with you.

Where to go. Where to stay. What to skip. What to savor.
Every moment, considered.

  • Where we eat

    From market stalls in Jaffa to late-night tables in Tel Aviv (and even later night shawarma) —these are the meals worth flying for.

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  • where we sleep

    Design-forward hotels, slow desert stays, and boutique finds across the country. We only recommend what we’d book ourselves.

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  • what we do

    Sunrise in the Negev, olive oil in the Galilee, and Tel Aviv nights that blur the line between dinner and whatever comes after.

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Need to know

  • Israel’s weather shifts fast and regionally. Spring (March–May) and fall (late Sept–early Nov) are the sweet spots—warm, dry, and ideal for both desert and coast. Summers can be brutally hot, especially inland and in the south, while winters in Jerusalem and the Galilee can get surprisingly cold. Tel Aviv? Basically beachable nine months a year.

  • Don’t try to do everything from one spot. Tel Aviv is great for food, beach, and energy—but it’s not ideal for exploring the north or south. If you're headed to the Negev, stay in or near Mitzpe Ramon. Visiting the Galilee or Golan? Consider a boutique guesthouse in Rosh Pina or Ein Zivan. For Jerusalem, give yourself at least two nights—it's slower and denser than it looks.

  • Sundays are workdays, Fridays are not. Shabbat (Friday sundown to Saturday sundown) affects transit, restaurant hours, and general pace—especially in Jerusalem. Tel Aviv is more flexible, but always double-check hours. Modesty expectations vary wildly by area: dress for the vibe of the neighborhood, not the country as a whole.

Hala hit list

 

A few of our forever favorites.

Vegan, barefoot, and framed by some of the most stunning water in Israel. Mezze, music, and a laid-back crowd. Come for the vibe, stay for the view.

Mosh Beach, Eilat

Mishkenot Sha’ananim

Jerusalem’s best sunset. Sit near the windmill and watch the Old City turn to gold. Quiet, timeless, unforgettable.

Shakshuka at Café Xoho

A modern take on a classic. Order the ginger lemonade. Sit outside. You’ll see why.

Cocktail at Concierge

Unmarked door, no menu, tell them your mood. It never misses.

Studio Noa, Tel Aviv

Understated staples in a muted palette. Easy silhouettes, sharp tailoring, and pieces you'll actually wear.

Beresheet Hotel

Mars meets minimalism. Float in the pool at sunrise. Don’t rush it.

Sunset over a body of water with a silhouetted structure and distant mountains.
People enjoying a sunset at an outdoor beachside restaurant with umbrellas and tables.

if you have 48 hours

Start early

Jerusalem in the morning—walk the Old City before the crowds, visit the Mount of Olives, grab brunch at Azura or Kadosh.

go south

Head to the Negev by early afternoon. Settle into a desert stay near Mitzpe Ramon. Catch sunset at the crater, dinner under the stars.

shift the pace

Wake early. Hike a short trail or sit with coffee and the view. Midday drive to Tel Aviv. Drop bags, breathe, reset.

end strong

Lunch at HaAchim. Explore Neve Tzedek. Golden hour swim, rooftop wine, and a final dinner at Ouzeria or George & John. Tel Aviv ends when you want it to.

A man shopping in an antique store filled with vintage and retro items including lamps, tools, clocks, and various knickknacks.

Here’s what belongs in your bag

  • An oversized white button-down. Works as a cover-up, top, layer, or makeshift towel in the desert. Crisp, versatile, and never looks out of place.

  • Chic rubber sandals. It’s hot, you’ll walk, and yes—you might end up on a rocky beach or in a wadi. They need to handle water and dinner.

  • A dry bag or pouch. For beach days, boat trips, and sudden desert dust storms. Keeps your phone, sunscreen, and cash clean, dry, and sand-free

  • Mini pharmacy kit. Stock it with antihistamines, electrolytes, eye drops, and bandaids—especially before Shabbat, when most places close.

  • A scarf you actually like. You might need to cover up—plus it’s always cold inside museums and boutiques.

Let’s Plan Something Unforgettable

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